History
Stanehill Park was created at the time of subdivision in 1980. In 2010, the parks committee of the Denman Island Residents Association, led by Peter Karsten, built a loop trail and other features to make the park a place for walking, relaxation and study of the forest habitat. The decaying tree stumps feature notches that were used to hold the spring boards when the trees were cut about 100 years ago.
Background
Singletrack trails, a rest spot with a log bench, a small frog pond, and bird and squirrel houses to attract wildlife are all in place at Stanehill Park. A carved sign with the name of the park welcomes visitors at the north entry point near the intersection of Stanehill and Greenhill. A self-serve nature guide pamphlet is available for plant identification and natural history information.
The young second growth forest is home to red squirrels, rattlesnake plantain orchid, yellow wood violet, clasping twistedstalk and spiny wood fern, among many other species. View the Stanehill Park nature guide.
Location
5506 Stanehill Place, at intersect of Stanehill & Greenhill Roads, Denman Island
Park Etiquette
Dog leashing is optional.