Halkett Bay
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Halkett Bay.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Halkett Bay.
- No drinking water on site — bring enough for your whole stay.
- 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
Where Halkett Bay sits on the map and how to get there.
Nearby cities & towns
Towns and cities closest to Halkett Bay — browse campsites near each.
What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions
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Lions Bay (Squamish: Ch'ích'iyúy Elx̱wíḵn, [t͡ʃʼit͡ʃʼijoj əlχʷeːqn]) is a small residential community in British Columbia, Canada, located between Vancouver and Squamish on the steep eastern shore of Howe Sound. In the 2021 census the community had a population of 1,390, BC's 36th smallest municipality by population. At 2.53 square kilometres (0.98 sq mi), it is BC's 10th smallest municipality by

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🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Lions Bay General Store & Café
- Snug Cove General Store
- The Ruddy on Bowen
⛽ Fuel
- Bowen Island Gas Station
- Sewell's Marina Fuel
🍽️ Food & drink
- Lime and Moon Pie Company
- tell your friends cafe
- Branch on Bowen
➕ Medical
- Bowen Island Community Health Centre
- Bowen Island Integrated Health
Cates Pharmasave
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Showers
🎾 Sports
- Pickleball
- Soccer
- Swimming pool
🏧 ATM & bank
- ATM
- First Credit Union
Weather
Current conditions and the forecast to help you plan your trip.
Best time to visit
Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at Halkett Bay.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Halkett Bay.
How much does it cost to camp at Halkett Bay?
Halkett Bay charges a camping fee.
Do I need to book ahead for Halkett Bay?
No — it's first-come, first-served.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Halkett Bay?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Halkett Bay?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Is there drinking water at Halkett Bay?
No — bring your own drinking water.
Are there toilets at Halkett Bay?
Yes, toilets are available on site.
Are showers available at Halkett Bay?
No, showers are not available.
Are there electrical hookups at Halkett Bay?
No electrical hookups are available.
Is there WiFi at Halkett Bay?
No, there's no internet access on site.
Who runs Halkett Bay?
Halkett Bay is operated by BC Parks.
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