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Bowen Island National Park Reserve

Bowen Island National Park Reserve is a national park in Canada.

IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
YVR · 26 km

Nearest airports to Bowen Island National Park Reserve

  1. 1
    Vancouver International Airport Flag of CanadaVancouver, Canada Airports in CanadaTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    YVR26 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Nanaimo Airport Flag of CanadaNanaimo, Canada Airports in Canada
    YCD51 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Qualicum Beach Airport Flag of CanadaQualicum Beach, Canada Airports in Canada
    XQU73 kmstraight line

More about Bowen Island National Park Reserve

Bowen Island National Park Reserve is one of 53 national parks in Canada.

History and protection

It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Bowen Island National Park Reserve

The closest airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), about 26 km away — around 33 minutes by car; alternatively Nanaimo Airport (YCD, 51 km). Other national parks within reach include Gulf Islands National Park Reserve (36 km²), Pacific Rim National Park Reserve (510 km²), Olympic National Park (3,734 km²) and North Cascades National Park (2,043 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

What is the nearest airport to Bowen Island National Park Reserve?

Vancouver International Airport (YVR), about 26 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Bowen Island National Park Reserve?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

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