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Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site
Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site is a national park in Canada, established in 1996, covering 1,474 km² (569 sq mi). It is the #24 largest of Canada's 53 national parks. Culturally and environmentally protected reserve in Haida Gwaii, British Columbia.
- Area
- 1,474 km²
- Established
- 1996
- IUCN
- II: National Park
- Nearest airport
- YZP · 99 km
Nearest airports to Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site
- 1 YZP99 kmstraight line
- 2 ZMT187 kmstraight line
- 3 YPR222 kmstraight line
More about Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site
Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site is one of 53 national parks in Canada — culturally and environmentally protected reserve in Haida Gwaii, British Columbia. It covers 1,474 km² (147,440 ha) — about the size of London, making it the #24 largest national park in Canada (0.4% of the country's national park area).
History and protection
The park was established in 1996, 30 years ago — the first national parks in Canada date back to 1885. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.
Visiting Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site
The closest airport is Sandspit Airport (YZP), about 99 km away — around 2 h 9 min by car; alternatively Masset Airport (ZMT, 187 km).
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