Small Inlet Marine Provincial Park

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Small Inlet Marine Provincial Park
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Location British Columbia, Canada
Nearest city Campbell River
Coordinates 50°15′07″N125°17′20″W / 50.25194°N 125.28889°W / 50.25194; -125.28889
Area8.78 km2 (3.39 sq mi)
EstablishedApril 30, 1996 (1996-04-30)
Governing body BC Parks
Small Inlet Marine Provincial Park

Small Inlet Marine Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia, Canada on the northwest side of Quadra Island, near the city of Campbell River. [1]

It is named after Squadron Leader Norville Small, a decorated officer who was referred to as a leader, tactician, and innovator.

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References

  1. "Small Inlet Marine Park". BC Geographical Names .