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White_Ridge_Provincial_Park Latitude and Longitude:

49°46′42″N 125°58′25″W / 49.77833°N 125.97361°W / 49.77833; -125.97361
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White Ridge Provincial Park
Map showing the location of White Ridge Provincial Park
Map showing the location of White Ridge Provincial Park
Location of White Ridge Provincial Park in British Columbia
Location British Columbia, Canada
Nearest city Gold River
Coordinates 49°46′42″N 125°58′25″W / 49.77833°N 125.97361°W / 49.77833; -125.97361
Area1,343 ha (3,320 acres)
Established1995
Governing body BC Parks

White Ridge Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia, Canada, and is located 4 km east of Gold River on Vancouver Island.

Geography

Adjoined to Strathcona Provincial Park, White Ridge forms the backdrop for the town of Gold River. It got its name from the white limestone and karst topography of the area.

Recreation

Hiking and wilderness camping are permitted within park boundaries. There may also be potential for caving in the area.

References

  1. ^ "White Ridge Park". Protected Planet. Retrieved 2020-09-16.

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