After a very tight race for the top spot, CBC readers have decided Sproat is lake in British Columbia! British Columbians and CBC readers whittled down a list of 48 lakes to decide on a winner. Over 100,000 votes later, the Vancouver Island lake emerged victorious over Shuswap Lake in the province’s southern interior! With […]
Port Alberni is famously known for our fishing, hiking trails and pockets of hidden gems such as Wiener Falls, Hole in the Wall, Paper Mill Dam and of course Sproat Lake. Our summers are beautiful and winters are typically mild, if you are an outdoor enthusiast, there are loads of things to do in our […]
The Cameron Bluffs wildfire has no doubt impacted thousands of residents not only in Port Alberni, but the entire west coast including Tofino, Ucluelet and small communities in the Nuu-Chah-Nulth Nation. Despite the immense stress a forest fire can bring, first responders, the City of Port Alberni and our community members acted fast to do […]
Sproat Lake Landing is located just off the Pacific Rim Hwy, midway down Lakeshore Road. Coming off of the water, a long dock leads up to a resort-like, luxury hotel, an upscale waterfront restaurant and lounge, a café and most recently a small grocery store. During the summer months, there is also a taco truck […]
Sproat Lake is undoubtedly one of the most diverse and glorious lakes on Vancouver Island and the province of BC alike. With nearly 10,000 surface acres there is plenty of room for lake-goers to enjoy the lake year round. The lake was named after Gilbert Malcom Sproat – a business man and government agent who […]
Sproat Lake is nestled in the Alberni Valley and is home to a range of wildlife including many species of birds, beavers, black bears, salmon, three types of deer, and elk. Sproat Lake and the surrounding areas are diverse ecosystems of plants and animals that intersect with humans on a daily basis, allowing residents a […]
Sproat Lake is the ideal summer destination for locals and tourists alike; visitors come from all over Vancouver Island and the world to visit our breathtaking lake and enjoy the comfort of West Coast living. Sproat Lake offers two beautiful Provincial Campsites to choose from, depending on the section of lake you’re most attracted to; […]
Port Alberni, and home to Sproat Lake, is also home to some ideal places to enjoy a delicious beverage. Whether you’re craving a beer or a crisp glass of white wine, there’s a spot for you. Emerald Coast Vineyards Emerald Coast Vineyards and Wine Shop started in 1999 when the first grape trees were planted. […]
Sproat Lake is nestled between the vibrant Port Alberni Valley and the expansive West Coast. The journey from Sproat Lake to the West Coast is a winding and beautiful one, covering over 100km of breathtaking forests, creeks, lakes, and mountains. Sproat Lake to the West Coast Vancouver Island is known for its old growth forests, […]
Early on the first Saturday of October, a small group of likeminded “lakers” set off from Sproat Lake’s Fish and Duck marina, bound for Two Rivers Inlet. Summer or year-round, ‘lakers’ share a common interest The annual beach cleanup — a short cruise down the 25-kilometre lake aboard a houseboat — is a volunteer pitch-in […]