Birds Hill Provincial Park
Birds Hill Provincial Park is a provincial park in Manitoba, Canada located in the Boreal Plains ecozone. The park protects areas representative of Aspen/Oak parkland, as well as provides opportunities for recreation. It is located 24 kilometers north of Winnipeg on Highway 59, and covers approximately 8,300 acres (3,400 hectares) or 35.1 km2 (13.6 square miles).
| Birds Hill Provincial Park | |
|---|---|
IUCN category III (natural monument or feature) | |
Birds Hill Park, overlooking lake | |
| Location | Manitoba, Canada |
| Nearest city | Winnipeg, Manitoba |
| Coordinates | 50°01′28″N 96°53′01″W |
| Area | 35.1 km2 (13.6 sq mi) |
| Designation | Provincial Park |
| Established | 1964 |
| Governing body | Government of Manitoba |
Birds Hill Provincial Park was designated a provincial park by the Government of Manitoba in 1964. The park is considered to be a Class III protected area under the IUCN protected area management categories.
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