>Small boats with a rounded bottom tip easily. Keep your centre
of gravity as low as possible by sitting or kneeling when reeling
in a fish.
>Watch the weather. Check the forecast before starting out.
Be alert for the wave, wind and cloud changes that signal bad
weather is approaching.
>Cold water reduces body heat 25 times faster than air does
at the same temperature. Many of the lakes in our recreation
facilities are cold enough to cause serious harm. Wearing your
PFD increases your survival time.
>Alcohol affects your ability to function in three critical ways.
Beach. Depth of water over the drop-off varies with
reservoir levels. Parents should keep small children within
arms length. Never leave children unsupervised while
they are in or near the water. Children and non-swimmers
should wear a personal flotation device (PFD).
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on board any boat or canoe. This includes inflatables.
Remember, it won’t work if you don’t wear it. A sound
signaling device, such as a whistle, is also required by law.
>Don’t overload your boat or canoe with people or gear.
Access
entrance gate
Note: Parking lots are located about 2km past the entrance gate.
Parking is on a first-come basis only. When parking lots are full, the
entrance gates will be closed for the day. No re-entry is permitted.
Gate opening and closing times change throughout the year. Please
take note of the closing time posted at entrance gate.
The C26 bus operates from Coquitlam Centre to Buntzen Lake daily.
Normally, this bus stops at the turnaround before the recreation area
entrance gate. It’s a 1.8km or 15 to 20 minute walk to the South Beach
area. During weekends and holidays between July and August, the
C26 bus will continue all the way into the South Beach area. For bus
schedules and information, phone 604 953 3333
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public safety. Please note the following:
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Since operations of the hydroelectric facilities on Buntzen
Lake and Indian Arm are remotely controlled, they are
particularly hazardous to the public. Sudden adjustments
in water flows can occur without warning and cause strong
surface and underwater currents in the vicinity of the intake
structures and the tunnel outfalls. Swimming or boating in
these areas is extremely dangerous. For your personal safety,
please observe all warning signs and stay well back from BC
Hydro operating areas and structures.
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Your balance, judgment and reaction time are affected almost
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>Turn left onto Barnet Highway (No.7A) at a major intersection
For more information visit us at
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Recreation area > Canoeing and kayaking (canoe rentals available at the
Anmore Store on Sunnyside Road, call 604 469 9928)
On-site amenities and attractions include:
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> Picnic tables, shelter and grass play areas
> Car-top boat, canoe launch and dock
> Viewpoints and interpretative displays
> Equestrian staging area
> Designated off-leash area for dogs
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you. The trail to the right leads to the off-leash area beside
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an area of 182 hectares. Formerly known as Lake Beautiful, the
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mountain bikes. Bicycles are not allowed on the hiking trails. Please
obey all posted signs.
Whether you are planning a short stroll through a coastal lowland
rainforest or a more adventurous hike into the surrounding
mountains, the Buntzen Lake area has it all. There are numerous
trail loops, depending on your time and fitness level. Plan to be back
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In 1903, the Buntzen hydroelectric project was put into service by
the Vancouver Power Company to provide the first hydroelectric
power to Vancouver. Buntzen No. 1 was constructed in 1903 with
an initial capacity of 1,500 kW. A second powerhouse, Buntzen
No. 2, was completed in 1914 with three pelton wheels delivering
a total of 26,700 kW. In 1951, the generating equipment in Buntzen
No. 1 was modernized to produce 55,000 kW in order to meet
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