Elgin Heritage Park
Explore the trails, have a picnic or visit historic Stewart Farm at Elgin Heritage Park.
Operating hours
Dawn until dusk
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Park information
A permit is required for professional and group photography.
Elgin Heritage Park is very popular, featuring a gorgeous wetland, meadow, forested area, marina and the Historic Stewart Farm heritage zone. The nature trail through the park is over 3 kilometres long and takes about an hour to complete.
The park's most important ecosystem is its wetland, including the tidal Nicomekl River, a salmon-bearing creek, and many ponds and marshes. Wetland habitats are rare in British Columbia, so take care by staying on trails and keeping dogs on leash at all times. By doing so, you will also protect the many animals (including shorebirds, barn owls and fish) that live here.
Hosting events at Elgin Heritage Park
Learn how to host an event in a park and review the park activity guidelines.
There are larger, multi-use parks that may be better suited for your event, particularly if your event or activities feature more than 50 people.
Picnic shelters
There are 4 picnic shelters in Elgin Heritage Park:
- 1 located west of the boat launch
- 1 located east of the boat launch
- 2 located in the west section of the park
Picnic shelters are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Photography
Review the City's photography guidelines and request the no-fee permit for outdoor photography at Elgin Heritage Park and Historic Stewart Farm.
Limousines and chartered buses
Limousine and chartered buses are not permitted to park on-site.
- Drop-off is at the roundabout by Ward’s Marina.
- Use off-site parking for the duration of the session.
History
The land was pre-empted by Samuel Hardy in the 1880s and later settled by John Stewart who built the fine Victorian farmhouse in 1894. For over 5 decades, the Stewart family operated a hay farm and helped build the local school, church, community hall and river dykes of the historic community of Elgin. Their property, including the farmhouse, is well-maintained and open to visitors.
