South Texada Island Provincial Park

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South Texada Island Provincial Park
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Location British Columbia, Canada
Nearest city Sechelt
Coordinates 49°31′15″N124°10′41″W / 49.52083°N 124.17806°W / 49.52083; -124.17806
Area9 km2 (3.5 sq mi)
EstablishedJuly 23, 1997 (1997-07-23)
Governing body BC Parks

South Texada Island Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia, Canada, located on the southwest side of Texada Island. Created in 1997, the park is approximately 900 ha. in area.

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Coordinates: 49°30′45″N124°10′00″W / 49.51250°N 124.16667°W / 49.51250; -124.16667