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Tex
Lyon Trail was originally
the route used to get from Fort Rupert to Port Hardy, BC. The
Tex Lyon Trail is a difficult 4.5 hour hike. The first 20 minutes
of the hike is a walk along the sandy shores of Storey's Beach. [ more information about Tex Lyon Trail ] |
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Ronning's
Garden is a wilderness garden full of trees, plants and shrubs
transplanted from around the world. Started in 1910 by Bernt Ronning the gardens were known for there monkey trees. After his death the gardens left neglected for some years.
Ron and Julia Moe brought the gardens back to life. Come and enjoy the results. [ more
information about Ronnings Garden ] |
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Mount
Cain is Vancouver Island's second year round mountain recreational resort.
During the winter the mountain is a ski, snowmobiling and snowboard destination. In the summer the mountain is a hiking and mountain biking destination. Ski Canada, recently ranked Mt. Cain as the 5th
best in powder ski conditions in Canada. [ more information
about Mount Cain ] |
Knight
Inlet is a north Vancouver
Island kayaking and boating destination exploring West
Cracroft Island, East Cracroft Island, Minstrel Island and Turnour
Island. The Havannah Channel, Chatham Channel,
Clio Channel leading into Knight Inlet separate the islands. [ more info on Knight Inlet ] |
Kingcome
Inlet is a kayak and boating destination. Spring Passage and Retreat Passage
lead to the village of Health Bay in Health Lagoon looking out over Bonwick
Island. Baker and Eden Islands are further north on the way to Echo
Bay, which has a store and a pub and other goodies. [ more
info on Kingcome Inlet ] |
Johnstone
Strait is a kayak, boating and sailing passage heavily used by marine traffic. The strait is a route used to access areas like Robson Bight, Blackfish Sound, Blackney
Passage, Telegraph Cove, Beaver Cove and Broughton
Strait and Cormorant Island, Malcolm Island, Hanson Island,
Hambledown Island.. plus the Village of the Mamalilaculla totems. [ more info on Johnstone
Strait ] |
Botel Park. Come enjoy the forested trails of Botel Park. Botel Park enjoys views of Mathews Island and Forward Inlet. Take the active logging gravel roads towards Holberg
and onto Winter Harbour east of Port Hardy. |
Cape Palmerston. A perfect little beach
for all ages. Cape Palmerston is accessable by a vehicle. Campsites
on site. Follow road signs to Cape Scott Provincial Park. After
Holberg watch for signs leading to Raft Cove.
Continue pass Raft Cove and watch for the Cape Palmerston turnoff. Enjoy! |
Carrot Park. The most photographed
area of Port Hardy, BC. Passing by you will often see cameras flashing
of the 3 wood carvings, 3 flags, a tribute to Port Hardy's sister
city of Numata, Japan and the Sea Wall with the ocean in the back
ground. Wood carving carrot marks the end of the Highway. The coastline
walkway of Port Hardy called the Sea Wall starts at Carrot Park
and ends at Tsulquate Park at " Mile 0". From the benches
of Carrot Park one can view float planes landing, fishing boats
returning from a big catch and the activities of the Coast Guard
at the pier with the looming mountains in the background. |
Chainsaw Carvings. Unique wooden sculptures
carved with a chainsaw displayed throughout the village of Port
Hardy depicting the areas history and environment. There is a wood
carving "Salmon" at the RCMP building, an "Eagle"
at the Glen Lyon Inn, a "Bear" at the Airport Inn, Public
Library and at the entrance to the Bear Cove Highway. |
Devil's Bath. The artistic
work of time and nature. Devil's Bath is a sink hole, a rock bowl
that is filled by an under ground stream. The path is slippery and
steep. So be aware. Located on gravel logging roads in the Nimpkish
Lake area. Watch for the signs to Little Huston Lake Arches and
Caves located on the Island Highway. |
Little Hustan Cave Regional Park. Limestone
caves and rock arches. A short walking trail leads into the Little
Hustan Cave Park. There is a viewing platform looking down at the
river and a rock bridge. Caving is very slippery, be prepared with
good traction, flashlight and hard helmet if you have one. Take
the Zeballos turnoff from Highway 19 and follow the signs down gravel
roads for 21 kilometres. |
Murals. Artists of the area are rewarded
with the opportunity to paint the village of Port Hardy depicting
the area's rich environment. Take a self guided tour around and
about Port Hardy and enjoy the areas past and present through art.
The murals can be found at the Airport Inn, Malone's Bistro, Hardy
Buoys Smoked Fish plant, at the local library, North Island Dive
Centre, Thunderbird Mall and Seagate Hotel. |
Marble River Trail. A short 4 km river hike
with tall mature Hemlock and Balsam trees and limestone canyon walls
located 30 minutes from Port Hardy. The river is a great viewing
spot to see Salmon spawn. It is a 3 hour round trip hike. Located
along the Port Alice Hwy in the Marble Creek Recreation Park campground. |
Quatse River Estuary. At the head
of Hardy Bay with two rivers feeding into it is Quatse River Seaturay.
A picture world for naturalists with plenty of opportunity for wildlife
and bird watching. A viewing tower onsite for clear views of the
surrounding lush marsh environment. Definitely bring camera and
binoculars. Located on Goodspeed Rd in Port Hardy, BC. |
Quatse River Trail. The relaxing trail follows
the rivers edge and through some lush rain forest areas. Visit the
estuary and the number of other off shoot trails. Also The trail
and Quatse River Hatchery are located at the corner of Hardy Rd.
and Hwy #19 |
San Josef Bay Trail. Admire the cliffs and
the crashing waves from your sandy beach. A 2 km rain forest hike
takes you to oceanic views of the real west coast... untouched,
pure and rugged. The wild part of nature. Lots to explore here especially
at low tide. Located north of Port Hardy, 30 minutes from Holberg
in Cape Scott Provincial Park. |
Storey's Beach. Miles of fine white sandy
beaches located 10 kilometres from Port Hardy. A popular sandy beach
for sand castle building, swimming, kayaking and bird watching.
Beach area has a playground for the children, covered picnic area,
fire pits. |
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