Grace Harbor Campsite
Desolation Sound Marine Park is a remote marine-accessible camping destination located north of Powell River, featuring more than 60 km of shoreline with several islands, small bays, and coves. Grace Harbour is one of two designated camping areas within the park (along with Tenedos Bay), accessible only by boat or water. Both areas offer basic designated campsites with pit toilets and information shelters. This is a backcountry experience with no road access, potable water, or campfire facilities—visitors must be self-sufficient and practice leave-no-trace principles in this marine wilderness. (via official site)
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Know before you go
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- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
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Der Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park ist ein Provinzpark im kanadischen British Columbia. Das Meeresschutzgebiet wurde 1973 gegründet, ist rund 84 km² groß und nur per Boot zugänglich. Wegen der malerischen Buchten ist das Schutzgebiet bei Yacht- und Sportbootfreunden sehr beliebt. An Land ragen die bewaldeten Hänge steil zu den Gletschern und Bergen auf, wobei sie ab und zu durch Wasserfäl
Copeland Islands Marine Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia, Canada, located in Desolation Sound to the northwest of Lund on the northern Sunshine Coast off the west coast of the Malaspina Peninsula.
Malaspina Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia, Canada, located on the northeast side of the Malaspina Peninsula facing Desolation Sound in the northernmost area of that province's Sunshine Coast region.
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- The Stock Pile Market Grocery Store & Deli
- Refuge Cove Store
🍽️ Food & drink
- Laughing Oyster
- The Back Eatery
- Boardwalk Restaurant
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
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Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Grace Harbor Campsite.
How do I get to Grace Harbour?
Grace Harbour is marine-accessible only; there is no road access. You must arrive by boat, kayak, or other water vessel.
What are the facilities at Grace Harbour?
Grace Harbour has designated campsites with pit toilets and an information shelter. There is no potable water—you must bring your own or collect and treat water from the lake.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are prohibited from beaches. If allowed at campsites, they must be leashed at all times.
Can I have a campfire?
No campfire facilities are permitted anywhere in Desolation Sound Marine Park.
Are there activities available?
The park offers hiking to Unwin Lake (10 minutes, with freshwater swimming), scuba diving and snorkeling for self-sufficient divers, and boating/kayaking throughout the 60+ km of shoreline.
How much does it cost to camp at Grace Harbor Campsite?
Grace Harbor Campsite charges a camping fee.
Can I pitch a tent at Grace Harbor Campsite?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Who runs Grace Harbor Campsite?
Grace Harbor Campsite is operated by BC Parks.
What languages are spoken at Grace Harbor Campsite?
Staff at Grace Harbor Campsite speak English.
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