Escape to the quiet beaches and shores of the Northern Gulf Islands. Surrounded by sparkling water and stunning costal views, each Island community has its own pace, mild climate and outdoor adventures to enjoy. Whether you spend a day on the water kayaking between local bays around Quadra Island, or biking sun-kissed trails on Hornby Island, you will be left with memories for a lifetime.
Mountain bike
Go on a thrilling mountain biking adventure on Hornby Island and enjoy the beautiful coastal views.
Discover local history
Visit Sointula Museum to discover the history of Malcolm Island. Learn how Finnish immigrants working in Nanaimo coal mines in the early 1900s found a self-sustaining place of their own.
Kayak or canoe
Kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard in the protected channels and bays around Quadra Island.
Visit Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre
View Indigenous artifacts of cultural, artistic and historic value to the Kwakwaka’wakw people, and see the 3000+ year-old petroglyphs at the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre on Quadra Island.
Scuba dive
Scuba dive near Flora Islet off St. John Point in Helliwell Provincial Park on Hornby Island, where six-gill sharks hang out from May to September. Or if you prefer to stay on land, stroll along the cliffs of the park to view wildlife.
Quadra Island is the perfect destination for anyone looking for a peaceful escape into nature. Go kayaking, canoeing, or whale watching along the stunning coastline or explore some of the many hiking trails along the island. The vibrant arts community on Quadra Island provides artisan shops, galleries, and cultural events around the island to check out too.
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