Cross Lake Nature Reserve
County
Halifax
Size
201 ha
Classification
Nature Reserve
Status
New
Conditions Apply?
Yes.
Overview
Mature coniferous rain forest and wetland with globally rare lichens
Ecological Values
One of the largest concentrations of the nationally and provincially endangered boreal felt lichen
National species of special concern blue felt lichen
At least two other species of at risk lichens
Good example of Eastern Shore rain forest that has had little human disturbance
Coniferous and red maple wetlands
Outdoor Recreation Values
Hunting and fishing in adjacent lake
Several km of scenic lake frontage
Forestry Values
Most of area under Northern Pulp license
Mature coniferous forest adjacent to existing logging roads
Other Resource Values
High mineral potential
Portion of area under mineral exploration license
Low petroleum potential
Low wind potential
Conditions
A portion is of interest for potential securement by Province (27 ha)