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Sechelt Inlet

With hidden coves, waterfalls, and ancient rainforests lining the shores, there are endless opportunities for exploration and camping. Sechelt Marine Park roughly 20 kms north of the town of Sechelt offers many spots to stop or camp at and provides endless options for short paddles to multi-day adventures. Please see https://www.sechelt.ca/en/arts-and-recreation/beaches.aspx for a full list of beach access locations.
Sechelt Inlet boasts a vibrant and diverse array of wildlife. In the clear waters, you’ll find various fish species like salmon, herring, and rockfish. Seals and sea lions bask on rocky outcrops, while bald eagles soar above. The kelp forests offer refuge to sea stars, sea urchins, and other marine invertebrates. Along the shoreline, you may spot black bears, deer, and raccoons and the inlet’s tidal marshes attract migratory waterfowl and shorebirds forming this stunning coastal ecosystem.


Quick Facts

Length: Sechelt Inlet – 5469.8 ha / Sechelt Marine Parks – 140 ha.

Season: Year round – Weather dependant
Style: Ocean
Difficulty: Beginner day paddles and Intermediate to Advanced Multi-Day Trips
Access: No Access considerations Sechelt Inlet
Experiences: Guided Experiences Offered

Disclaimer

This is open water paddling and ocean conditions can change rapidly. Please consult with local outfitters or experienced guides for up-to-date information regarding water levels, currents, and hazards. Local outfitters listed below.

Gear & Safety

This is ocean paddling so if not using the services of an outfitter, paddlers should bring the usual safety gear along with a communications unit such as an InReach, spare paddle, first aid and repair kit, and an extraction or pin kit.


Sechelt Inlet

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    Sechelt Boat Launch

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    Kontici Beach Access

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    Willow Point Beach Access

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    Boat traffic is low to moderate

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    Winds- Be aware especially if a crossing to the other side is planned.

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    Tuwanek Beach Access

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    Piper Point

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    Tuwanek Beach Marine Park

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    Skaikos Point Site

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    Halfway Beach Site

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    Kunechin Point Site

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    Currents – Tzoonie Narrows

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    Tzoonie Narrows Point Site

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    Tzoonie Narrows

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    Currents – Skookumchuck Narrows

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    Sechelt Islets

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    Skookumchuck Provincial Park

Paddle pros

Here are the experts who will help perfect your paddling trip.

Lessons, Rentals, Tours & Retail
Alpha Adventures- Outdoor Adventure Store

Whether in Sechelt, Gibsons, or Pender Harbour, Alpha Adventures offers paddle rentals and more at each location.

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Egmont Adventure Centre

Egmont Adventure Centre offers unforgettable water activities in stunning British Columbia inlets.

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Lessons and Tours
Footprint Nature Explorations

Footprint BC offers unique sea kayak tours, courses, and expeditions in Desolation Sound & the Copeland Islands, BC.

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Rentals, Lessons & Tours
Halfmoon Sea Kayaks

Explore the Sechelt Inlet on and kayak or paddleboard with Halfmoon Sea Kayaks.

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Tours
Metta Eco Experiences

Immerse yourself in nature with a tour from Metta Eco Experiences.

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Rentals
Mitchell’s Canoe, Kayak & SUP, Sales and Rentals

Paddle the Powell Forest canoe route with Mitchell’s Canoe, Kayak, & SUP Sales & Rentals.

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Lessons, Tours & Rentals
Palli Palli Mobile Ebike & Paddle Board Rentals | Powell River

Rent a paddle board with Palli Palli Mobile Ebike & Paddle Board Rentals.

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Tours and Rentals
Pedals & Paddles

Explore the beautiful Sechelt Inlet with Pedals & Paddles.

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Rentals, Lessons & Tours
Powell River Sea Kayak Ltd.

Explore BC’s coastal wonders with Powell River Sea Kayak. Offering guided tours, rentals, and eco resort packages in Desolation Sound.

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Terracentric Coastal Adventures

Explore the Desolation Sound in Lund BC with Terracentric Coastal Adventures.

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