One of Maple Ridge's best kept secrets in the Summer time is Whonnock Lake.
When Golden Ears Park is so crowded they turn you back at the gates or you would like a lake to swim in that is not snow-melt fed brrrrrrrrr.....like Alouette try Whonnock Lake.
Probably the warmest swim-able lake in Metro Vancouver, Whonnock Lake which is located in eastern Maple Ridge is a mostly rain fed lake and is further warmed due to the shallowness of the water and the high peat content. Yes the water is a bit murky from the stirred up peat found at the bottom but warm and safe. The District of Maple Ridge maintains this park which is looked after by a resident caretaker and is open daylight hours more or less. If your not up for a swim check out the boardwalk at the Whonnock Lake Centre and stroll out onto the lake beside the gorgeous blooming White Lilly-pads.
Rarely so crowded you can not breath, even on a hot Summer Day, Whonnock Lake is prefect for that quick evening swim with the family and is another reason to invest in Maple Ridge real estate!
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