Haley Lake Ecological Reserve

Ecological Reserves are areas in British Columbia selected to preserve representative and special natural ecosystems, plant and animal species, features, and phenomena. Ecological Reserves provide the highest level of protection for the maintenance of physical and biological diversity while allowing for research and educational activities. More information on Ecological Reserves »

BC Parks has created a detailed description of each Ecological Reserve to support current or potential education and research. Each account includes physical, biological, and cultural information as well as management concerns regarding the Ecological Reserve, with references to supporting documents where available. Additional documents may also be made available, upon request.

Supporting Documents

• Vancouver Island Marmot Behaviour Thesis
• Vancouver Island Marmot Vegetation and Foraging Ecology Thesis
• Vancouver Island Marmot Observations - 1976
• Vancouver Island Marmot Inventory - 1982
• Vancouver Island Marmot Inventory - 1983
• Vancouver Island Marmot Inventory - 1984
• Vancouver Island Marmot Inventory - 1986

Ecological reserves are not created for outdoor recreation. Most ecological reserves, however, are open to the public for non-destructive pursuits like hiking, nature observation and photography. Consumptive activities like hunting, freshwater fishing, camping, livestock grazing, removal of materials, plants or animals are prohibited by regulation in ecological reserves. Motorized vehicles are not allowed. Research and educational activities may be carried out but only under permit.

Special Restrictions:
Access to Haley Lake Ecological Reserve is restricted to protect sensitive wildlife and habitat. Permission is required.

On Vancouver Island, approximately 32 km SW of Nanaimo

• Location Map
• Ecological Reserve - Detailed Map

Biogeoclimatic Ecosystem Classification information

• Approved Management Plan - 1995 [PDF 1.64MB]
• Management Plan - Appendix 1 - Background Report [PDF 1.93MB]