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Parks and Trails of; Port McNeill, Telegraph Cove, Port Alice
Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Cape Scott Provincial Park. The most popular destination for backpackers, bird watchers and naturalists looking for adventure in the northern Vancouver Island region. Cape Scott Provincial Park is located near Holberg which is accessed by a 63 kilometre (hour and a half) drive over active logging gravel roads from Port Hardy, BC, Canada. The Cape Scott trail is a 50 kilometre return hike from the active Cape Scott Lighthouse...
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Broughton Archipelago. Fantastic wildlife, wilderness viewing of some of Canada's most remote forests among hundreds of Islands. Whale and Black bear watching, beach combing, sea birds over head leading the way. Explore and discover nature in the many secluded bays and inlets of the Islands. Located via boat or kayak. Tour guides available and recommended.
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Mount Cain. Vancouver Island's second mountain recreational resort is Mt. Cain. Silently growing into a destination known for less visitor traffic, powder snow and untouched, virgin ski runs is Mount Cain. Mt. Cain is rated as one of the best smaller powder ski hills in British Columbia, Canada. Ski Canada, recently ranked Mt. Cain as the 5th best in powder ski conditions in Canada.
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Knight Inlet: North Vancouver Island kayaking tours around Knight Inlet includes exploring West Cracroft Island, East Cracroft Island, Minstrel Island and Turnour Island. And… exploring the Havannah Channel, Chatham Channel, Clio Channel leading into Knight Inlet which separate the various islands and acts as the main kayaking route.
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Kingcome Inlet: kayaking trip itineraries will lead you through Spring Passage and Retreat Passage 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. Then pass on by Broughton Island into Kingcome Inlet. [ more info about Kingcome Inlet ... ]
Johnstone Strait: sea kayaking into areas like Robson Bight and Blackfish Sound where some of the biggest concentration of orcas ( Killer Whales) survive and thrive on the West Coast of Canada. Kayaking the coastlines of Blackney Passage, Telegraph Cove, Blackfish Sound, Beaver Cove and Broughton Strait visiting with Cormorant Island, Malcolm Island, Hanson Island, Hambledown Island and the village of the Mamalilaculla totems on Village Island [ more info about Johnstone Strait ... ]
Desolation Sound: Desolation Sound consists of many islands and ocean channels teaming with life around Copeland Islands, West Redonda Island and East Redonda Island. Navigational kayaking is an adventure of a lifetime exploring along the currents of Waddington Channel, Homfray Channel, Lewis Channel, Pryce Channel and Toba Inlet. [ more info about Desolation Sound... ]
Alert Bay Ecological Park. Sea birds, Herons, and many other marine birds call this home. Take the short walk along the boardwalk through the marshlands and forested areas of the park. Located in Alert Bay on Cormorant Island.
Beach Walk in Sointula on Malcolm Island. Kick up some sand and walk the ocean beaches for about 10 km from the end of Kaleva Road. See the sea birds play, and watch the cruise ships whistle by.
Beautiful Bay Trail on Malcolm Island. Take a walk for 5 km and experience lush rain forested natural trail visiting Malcolm Lookout, a 212 ft high Sitka Spruce, Puoli Vali Canyon, Numas Lookout and, of course, Sandy Beach.
Bere Point on Malcolm Island. Check out the Queen Charlotte Islands from the beach. Sit back and enjoy the breeze, the warm sand, and the glistening ocean waves. It is a site to see.
Botel Park. A short walk the whole family can enjoy the forested trails of Botel Park. Botel Park looks out at Mathews Island and the spanning Forward Inlet. It is captivating and scenic. A "Kodak Moment" will probably happen more then once. Take the active logging gravel roads towards Holberg and onto Winter Harbour east of Port Hardy.
Cape Palmerston. A perfect beach getaway for all ages. Cape Palmerston is a beautiful forested West Coast site that is accessable by a vehicle. A short walk from the Cape Palmerston parking lot and you are on the beach. Campsites also onsite. Follow road signs to Cape Scott Provincial Park. After visiting the village of Holberg, BC watch for signs to Raft Cove. Pass Raft Cove and watch for the Cape Palmerston turnoff. Enjoy!
Cluxewe Estuary. There are some trails leading to a platform and a bird sanctuary. See the herons, black bears, and elk wonder the grounds patrolling for food and posing for pictures. Located 15 km. north of Port McNeill.
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.
Echo Bay. Floating buildings forming a unique community with a school house and museum intact. A amazing display of ingenuity and native culture on display here.

Hoomak Lake Trail. 3.5 hours to hike this trail that takes you into untouched wilderness filled with abundant wildlife. The lake setting is peaceful and tranquil. Perfect to pack in a picnic. Located 45 minutes south of Port McNeill on Hwy #19.
Little Husan Cave Regional Park. Limestone caves and rock arches. A short walking trail leads into the Little Husan 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.
Lac Truite Trail. Major expedition into the rough beautiful wilderness rain rorest. 150 km long trail-300 km if whole loop is attempted. Located off of Benson Main Logging Road.
Lady Ellen Point. Scenic views on this short hike to the point. Located north of Port McNeill off Hwy #19, turn right on second gravel road for 3 km until Ledge Point 10 Rd.
Marble River Trail. A short 4 km hike through lush rain forest and heavy undergrowth. Located along the Port Alice Hwy in the Marble Creek Recreation Park.
Mateoja Heritage Trail on Malcolm Island. Experience it all, swimming hole, benches, a big lake, marshland. 3 km trail ( 3 hour return) on a beautiful 1900's homestead transformed into a natural wonderland. Located on 3rd Street near ferry dock.
Merry Window Mountain Trail. This 4 km trail is suited for wilderness adventurers. It is a rough trail with a true interpretation of the wilderness. Follow Hwy #19 for 3.5 km north of Port McNeill, turn left at Weyerhaeuser Rd intersection. Go for 40 km keeping left on Benson Main until the Bmain-M1000 junction. Take a left until M1080 then turn left.
Michael Bigg's Ecological Reserve. A launching point for whale watching and fantastic wildlife viewing. Located at Robson Bight.
North Island Discovery Centre. Free tours available explaining the inner workings of the forest industry on site in the rough wilderness. See the machinery and the abundant wildlife. The Discovery Centre is at the corner of Hwy #19 and Beaver Cove Rd. Book early. Tel:(250)956-3844
Paul Spong's Orca Lab. For over 30 years this famous marine biologist has studied and observed the Killer Whale in it's natural habitat. Access by boat on Hanson Island.
Port McNeill Back Forty. Miles and miles of wilderness trails. Trek through the dense rain forest, picture after picture of wildlife, and some of Canada's most natural wilderness setting. Black bears, sea birds, wolves, and cougars patrol these grounds so be educated on the local wild life. Main access is the Marble River Trail.
Port McNeill Museum. Artifacts, photos, and stories of the past days of the logging industry. Capture the essence of the early settlers to this area. If only the walls could talk.
Pulteney Point Lighthouse on Malcolm Island. Follow the path to the beach. Enjoy the scenery during the 20 minute walk to the lighthouse. No robots here. The lighthouse runs on human power. Real live Lighthouse Keeper.
Raft Cove Provincial Park. Short day hike down to a wonderful, beautiful sandy beaches with panoramic ocean views of Raft Cove. It is a private little cove well worth the 1 hour hike. A popular location for picnics and beach combing. Raft Cove is a 63 kilometre drive along gravel dirt roads past the community of Holberg just west of Cape Scott Provincial Park.
Ronning's Garden. Wilderness trees, plants and shrubs from around the world along the paths and throughout the fields of the green lush Ronning's Garden. Started in 1910 by Bernt Ronning. When he past away the gardens were left neglected for some years. Not for too long as the hidden treasure garden was brought back to life by Ron and Julia Moe. Located on the way to Cape Scott Provincial Park. Watch for the Ronning's Garden sign. Follow gravel road driveway. Take the short 10 minute walk into the gardens and start your own self guided tour.
Steam Donkey. Used by the logging community since 1938. Used for A-frame log skylining until replaced by conventional hydraulic and diesel equipment. Located in the community of Port McNeill.
World's Largest Burl: A burl is a large mid section of a tree trunk. Huge natural exhibit of natures powers weighing in at 22 tons. 14 meters (46 ft.) in width and cut from an 360 year old Spruce that was 80 feet tall. Located 3 km (1.5 mi.) north of Port McNeill.