Warm waters and granite walls on the edge of the world
Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park is a coastal paradise. It is famous for having some of the warmest saltwater in the Pacific Northwest. The sound is a maze of islands and deep fjords backed by the towering Coast Mountains.
The marine environment is incredibly rich. Paddlers can explore the intricate shorelines of the Curme Islands, where the intertidal life is vibrant. Seals and porpoises are frequent companions, and the calls of loons echo through the fjords.
Geographically, the sound is protected by Vancouver Island, creating a relatively sheltered environment. However, it is a popular destination for yachts, and freshwater is scarce on the islands. For those seeking the pinnacle of BC sea kayaking, Desolation Sound is an essential destination.
- Waterway AreaNorth of Lund
- Geographic SizeMarine park island hopping
- Difficulty LevelClass II (Novice)
- Type of PaddlingKayak, Paddleboard
- SeasonFall, Summer
- Waterway AccessLund boat launch
- Waterway FeaturesWarm water and high peaks
- Known HazardsRemote with limited fresh water
- Waterway AccessLund boat launch
- Waterway FeaturesWarm water and high peaks
- Known HazardsRemote with limited fresh water
- Waterway AreaNorth of Lund
- Geographic SizeMarine park island hopping
- Difficulty LevelClass II (Novice)
- Type of PaddlingKayak, Paddleboard
- SeasonFall, Summer