One such location over the August long weekend was Johnson Lake near Barriere in B.C. Often described as a "hidden gem," the pristine lake and surrounding area were overrun with an unprecedented wave of visitors, according to people familiar with the spot. Karpuk said COVID-19 transmission is not her biggest concern; it is the environmental degradation of sites like Johnson Lake from overuse and misuse. And the reason that they're treasured is because they're pristine. "All of a sudden I start seeing all these posts over at Johnson Lake."

Source: CBC News August 08, 2020 02:48 UTC