Quadra
Island, BC
A
short ferry ride across Discovery Passage from downtown Campbell
River, on Vancouver Island, to Quadra Island is all it takes.
Passengers disembark to an idyllic island playground of beaches,
lakes, and parks intermingled with luxury lodges, native culture,
artisan's studios, and other interesting places that are friendly
and welcoming.
Spanish
and English explorers sailed through the region in the late 1700's
while trying to thread the maze of islands and dangerous currents
and channels that guarded the top end of Georgia Strait. Many
thought one of these waterways would lead to the fabled Northwest
Passage and a quick route from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean.
They met and traded with the local Salish and Kwagiulth First
Nations, whose ancestors live at Cape Mudge on south Quadra Island.
Today, visitors to Quadra Island can experience native artistry
and traditions at the Kwagiulth Museum in the Village of Cape
Mudge. A collection of old totem poles inspire many of the modern
artists whose work is featured.
Quadra
Island is also home to many well known contemporary
artists, writers, potters and other artisans, and a growing community
of Healing Arts practitioners.
With
its rich forests, varied terrain, and abundant wildlife, Quadra
Island has become a magnet for outdoor recreation enthusiasts
looking for a mix of unique experiences in a concentrated region.
Kayakers and canoeists can choose from a vast network of lakes
and river systems, mountain bikers and hikers will delight at
the array of trails
One
of the best known of Quadra Island's many beaches is Rebecca Spit
Provincial Park near Heriot Bay. The sheltered bay is a picturesque
anchorage for yachts exploring the Discovery Islands and Desolation
Sound. The rich waters that surround Quadra are fed by large tidal
exchanges and nourish abundant marine life. That makes for great
fishing and excellent diving; considered one of the top locations
in the world by the Jacques Cousteau Society, there's even an
artificial reef, the HMCS Columbia, just waiting to be explored.
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Providers |
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Coast Mountain Expeditions:
Join us for sea kayaking adventures in BC's spectacular coastal wilderness. Mountain vistas, rainforest islands and a gentle ocean make the Discovery Islands a sea kayakers' paradise. Enjoy island ambience and memorable meals at our waterfront kayak lodge. Le... more | |
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Coastal Spirits Expeditions and Lodge:
Kayak with the Orcas from our spectacular ocean front base camp, beside the famous Orca reserve & rubbing beaches. We also feature kayak camping tours including Discovery Islands & Desolation Sound. There’s also lodging, lodge based trips, and day tours. more | |
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Island Adventure Centre:
Join us for orca whale watching, grizzly adventures, salmon saltwater fishing, wildlife & tidal rapids tours, kayak trips, rentals, and lake rentals … The Island Adventure Centre has it all we’re easy to get to but hard to leave. There’s always more to do & s... more | |
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Mothership Adventures:
Join us for a luxury, multiday, sea kayaking experience using the elegant mothership, “Columbia III” as our travelling home. We’ll kayak through pristine, coastal wilderness, paddling glacier-fed waters amongst lushly forested islands while observing abundant ... more | |
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Powell River Sea Kayak Ltd:
Discover amazing marine wildlife with the premier Sea Kayak company for Desolation Sound! Discover why Jacques Cousteau considered this one of the best dive locations in the world. Paddle and snorkel over Giant Sunflower Stars, Orange Sea Cucumbers and Spiny ... more | |
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Spirit of the West Adventures:
We offer sea kayaking tours to the Johnstone Strait & the largest pods of killer whales on the BC coast – Desolation Sound, Quadra Island, & Campbell River - & guided excursions to explore ancient native villages. Set a course for a one of a kind wilderness a... more | |
Community
Events:
APRIL:
Juggling Festival
MAY:
Victoria
Day Long Weekend / Ball Tournament
May
Day Community Celebration
JUNE:
Artists’ Studio Tour
Quilt and Garden Tour
JULY:
Canada Day Celebrations
Seasonal:
Farmer’s Market Saturday mornings
For
Information:
Tourism North Central Island
900 Alder Street, Campbell River, BC
Canada, V9W 2P0
Telephone: (250) 830-1115
Fax: (250) 830-0660
Toll Free: (866) 830-1113
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