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Devil’s Bath
Devil’s Bath is thought to be the only, and therefore largest, cenote in Canada. The sinkhole has a 359 m diameter and a depth of about 44 m. The cenote is fed by an underground spring and the constant rain that the area receives helps. A cenote is a large water-filled sinkhole found in limestone. Acid and other minerals in the local water systems dissolve the limestone, leaving behind features such as caves. Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is famous for its cenotes. Many of which are open to the public. The Devil’s Bath cenote connects to the Benson River system, some 200 m away, via an underwater cave. You can visit…
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Kathleen Lake
When you drive the Alice Lake Loop towards Port McNeill, you change elevations many times. One descent gives an amazing view of a calm lake below. This stunning view of Kathleen Lake is only visible between the trees in a few spots. If possible stop to take it in but be aware of active logging. Once you reach the bottom of the mountain, you take a few side roads and make your way to the south end of Kathleen Lake. The lake is located in a valley, surrounded by mountains. It provides you with beautiful views. Every time we go to the lake it is calm and smooth, even in…
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Dakota 576 Crash
Follow my blog with Bloglovin On a windy day in April 1944, a Dakota 576 overshot the Port Hardy runway. It circled around again to make a second attempt but ran out of fuel. The plane crashed, killing the pilot and navigator. The crew member in the back of the plane survived. You can read the full story on the 101 NI Squadron website. To reach this trail it is best to park your vehicle at the Bear Cove boat launch parking lot, just before the BC Ferries terminal. From there it is a short walk to the trailhead. Walk towards the ferry terminal and there is a paved road…