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Coopers Green This grassy waterfront park has a free boat launch and public washrooms. With abundant marine wildlife, Coopers Greens is a popular starting point for divers, but anyone venturing into the water should beware-the area is home to some of the largest octopuses in the world. Address: Redroofs Road Halfmoon Bay BC Canada
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Simson Provincial Marine Park Simpson Provincial Marine Park is 461 ha (1140 acre) and comprises most of South Thormanby Island in the Gulf of Georgia. Accessible only by boat, the park can be used for hiking, fishing and kayaking. There are three wilderness campsites in the area but no facilities are provided. Address: Access by boat or kayak from Halfmoon Bay off Hwy 1 Halfmoon Bay BC46
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Tetrahedron Provincial Park This stunning natural area has not attracted the masses of people that its fellow parks have, leaving it relativly untouched. The park encompasses three mountain peaks, three fresh water lakes and numerous streams and wetlands. There are four rustic cabins in the park that are accessible only via internediate to expert hiking trails. Fires, swimming, pets and motorized vehicles are all prohibited. Address: . Near Sechelt BC Canada
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Dougall Park Gibsons Offering plenty of shade and trees, this recreational area also has a play area, tennins and basketball courts, and a gazebo.
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Sechelt Inlets Marine Provincial Park This Majestic natural wonderland, located 20km (12mi) north of Sechelt, is made up of 6 different sites: Thornhill, Halfway Beach, Tzoonie Narrows, Skaiakos, Kunechin Point and Piper Point. Within the area, there are 28 campsites, with pit toilets being the only available luxury. The area is ideal for scuba diving, especially at Kunechin Point where scuttled Canadian Forces destroyer 'The Chaudiere' has formed an artificial reef. Kayaking is an exhilarating (although challenging) way to enjoy the area. Native Petroglyphs can also be found in the area. The park is accessible by boat or float plane only. Address: . Sechelt BC
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Francis Point Provincial Park Located on the Francis Peninsula, just west of Madeira Park, Francis Point Provincial Park was established in 2001 to protect a piece of waterfront that is home to an extremely sensitive and fragile ecosystem. This park offers a one-hour hiking trail and is a popular destination for kayakers, boaters and divers. Address: . Madeira Park BC Canada
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Brothers Park Gibsons A large recreational park featuring playing fields, a basketball court, public washrooms and a tot lot. Address: Park Road Upper Gibsons
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Ruby Lake Lagoon Nature Reserve The Ruby Lake Nature Reserve is home to over 80 species of birds throughout the year, including one of the highest concentrations of wood ducks in British Columbia. Other birds that are commonly seen at the sanctuary include blue herons, bald eagles, tree swallows, kingfishers, hawks, ospreys, turkey vultures and hummingbirds. Every summer the Annual Wood Duck Wilderness Festival takes place at the Ruby Lake Nature Reserve. Address: RR#2 Site 20 C-25 Madeira Park BC Canada V0N 2H0
Send an Email 1 604 883-2269
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Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park With up to 200 billion gallons of water flowing through the Skookumchuck Narrows, the rapids are a spectacular natural show for visitors to take in, particularly during low and high tide. The 123-hectare park features many hiking trails, including the easy 4 km hike to the rapids, which nearly 40,000 visitors embark on each year. Address: Egmont Rd Egmont BC Canada
Send an Email 1 604 885-3714
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Porpoise Bay Provincial Park With 61-hectares of stunning second-growth forest, this park is an ideal area for exploration, whether it be on foot or on water. Also includes an 84-site campground with numerous amenities. Address: . Sechelt BC Canada V0N 1H0
Send an Email 1 604 885-3714
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Brookman Park With plenty of grass, playground equipment, and picnics areas, Brookman Park is perfect for the whole family-even the non-human members. Watch for the carefully camouflaged gnomes, hard carved by Sunshine Coast local Terry Chapman. Located in between Sechelt and Wilson Creek. |
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Blue Heron Park A marshy wildlife haven with numerous ponds and bridges, this idyllic park is perfect for a leisurely stroll. The park is accessible via Davis Road. |
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Holland Park At the centre of town, this terraced park houses the town library, Elphinstone pioneer museum, and Gibsons farmers market. Located between South Fletcher and Gower Point roads. Address: . Gibsons BC Canada
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Okeover Arm Provincial Park This forested provincial park is a popular destination for camping, swimming, canoeing, fishing and biking. The campground is located next to the Desolation Sound Marine Park. Interestingly, part of the area is situated on a traditional Sliammon First Nations archeological site. A day use area is available for visitors to the park. Address: Lund BC
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Duck Lake This large protected area is home to thousands of native bird species. The 9km of excellent hiking trails offer numerous opportunities to view wildlife. Address: . Powell River BC Canada
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Cliff Gilker Regional Park This natural wonderland boasts and extensive network of maintained trails that meander through the lush surrounding forest. The park also has a playground, washroom facilities and playing fields. Located just South of the Sunshine Coast Golf and Country Club, off Highway 101. Address: . Gibsons BC Canada
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Dan Bosch Regional Park Located on stunning Ruby Lake, this day-use park has a swimming area, picnic area and boat launch. Access to the park is off of Highway 101, just north of the Ruby Lake Resort. Address: . Madeira Park BC Canada
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Sargeant Bay Provincial Park Sechelt This little-known spot is home to an abundance of wildlife, including eagles, owls, wild geese, and numerous inter tidal creatures. Many hiking trails, including the prominent triangle lake trail, meander through the region, but hikers beware. Black bears are commonly spotted in the area. Address: Reddrooffs Road Halfmoon Bay/Sechelt BC Canada
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Marina Park Featuring an award-winning garden, this pretty seaside park has scenic walking paths, a boat launch, picnic tables, and plenty of bird-watching opportunities. Located behind the yacht club at the end of the seawalk. Address: . Gibsons BC Canada
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Sandy Hook Park This park features a grassy picnic area and plenty of parking. Address: Sandyhook Road Sechelt BC Canada
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Piccadilly Park One of Sechelt's newest parks, Piccadilly boasts a soccer field, a baseball field and a playground, plus numerous benches and picnic tables. Address: Jasper Road Sechelt BC Canada
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Haywire Bay Regional Park Powell River This popular recreational area is located on the southeast shore of Powell Lake, just north of the community of Powell River. Activities in the park include canoeing, picnicking, hiking and swimming. Campers have the option of one of 12 waterfront campsites accessed by water or 33 RV/tent campsites. Address: 4.5 miles (7 km) north of Powell River BC
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Smuggler's Cove Provincial Park This scenic marine park had an interesting past as and illegal Chinese immigrant entry point. Today, the park, which is only accessible via boat or a 4 km hike from the highway, is an excellent spot to hike, swim, or picnic. It also includes a 5-site wilderness campground, but no camping facilities are available. Address: Brooks Road Sechelt BC Canada
Send an Email 1 604 885-3714
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Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park With nearly 100 km of coastline and numerous islands and bays, the Desolation Sound marine park is a haven to adventurers and water babies alike. Since there is no road access to the park, boaters congregate in popular spots like Grace Harbour, but isolated areas can still be discovered. Desolation sound is an excellent place for sea kayaking, and shellfish are abundant here. Address: . Desolation Sound BC Canada
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Inglis Park Dedicated to the town's first doctor, Dr. Fredrick Inglis, this park offers a stunning view of the waterfront and stands adjacent to 'Stonehurst', the historical Inglis family home. Located across from Pioneer Park. Address: . Gibsons BC Canada
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Spipiyus Provincial Park Also known as the Caren Range, this park is one of the only legal hunting areas (though a permit is required) on the Sunshine Coast. While there is not much opportunity for hiking, the old logging roads are accessible to motorized vehicles. The old fire tower, one of the last in the province, provides and excellent viewing point. Address: . Northeast of Halfmoon Bay BC Canada
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Winegarden Waterfront Park Gibsons Gibsons newest park boasts numerous attractions, such as the wetlands, play areas, bridges, and watercourses. Built from a collective effort by the community of Gibsons, the park is completely handicap accessible.
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Sechelt Heritage Forest Located west of East Porpoise Bay Road and just south of Sandyhook, this scenic recreation reserve is classified as an interpretive forest by the Ministry of Forests. The park is accessible by trail only. Address: . Sechelt BC Canada
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Mount Richardson Provincial Park This park features panoramic views of Sechelt Inlet and the Town of Sechelt. Camping facilites are limited to pit toilets and fire rings. Warm-water swimming is available nearby. Address: . North of Sechelt BC Canada
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Saltery Bay Provincial Park Saltery Bay Provincial Park was established in 1962 to provide ocean access on the Sunshine Coast of Georgia Strait. The park is divided into two separate sites: the campground and the day-use area. The day-use area with its rocky beaches is a popular swimming and picnic site. Lush forests with large, old trees create a quiet setting for the campground at Mermaid Cove. At low tide, the rocky shoreline often has tidal pools with starfish, sea urchins, small fish and crabs. Scuba diving provides a close-up look at the abundant marine life and a 3-metre bronze mermaid statue. The Emerald Princess statue and wheelchair access ramp were placed in the park through efforts of local scuba enthusiasts. From the shore, killer whales and sea lions can sometimes be seen. Mounds of seashells called "middens" indicate that this was a traditional gathering area for First Nations. Send an Email
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Plumper Cove Marine Provincial Park This popular marine park is one of BC's oldest. It offers camping and day-use facilities, plus a well-maintained network of scenic hiking trails. The nearby pebble beach is a pleasant spot for swimming. The island is accessible by water taxi from Gibsons, and the park itself is a 2km walk from the government moorage. Address: . Keat's Island BC
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Hackett Park Located in downtown Sechelt, this small municipal park is a delight to visitors and residents alike. The park has playing fields, tennis courts, washroom facilities and a playground. Bordered by Trail Avenue, and Dolphin, Shorncliffe and Medusa streets, this grassy park is perfect for a picnic. Address: . Sechelt BC Canada
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