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Tel: 604 483 3592 or 1800 399 3592 Email: info@desolationresort.com |
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DESOLATION SOUND and DESOLATION SOUND MARINE PARK in British Columbia |
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| * Desolation Sound Marine Park was established in 1973 to protect an isolated area of safe boating waters, | ||
| surrounding inlets and islands and a natural marine enviroment at the head of Georgia Strait. | ||
| * It encompasses 8,449 hectares and is situated 32 kilometers north of Powell River. | ||
| * Captain George Vancouver named this jewel Desolation Sound in 1792 when he experienced a bleaker side of these popular waters | ||
| * High forested hills drop steeply to the sea with upland lakes, saltwater lagoons, sheltered bays and pocket of beaches. | ||
| * this area is protected from the prevailing wind and currents, waters are unusually warm in summer, | ||
| ideal for swimming and diving | ||
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* The sheltered waters, islands and bays of Desolation Sound are suitable for exploration by small boats, kayaks and canoes |
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| with many opportunities to enjoy swimming, fishing, picnicking and hiking | ||
| * At Tenendos Bay a short trail leads to Unwin Lake, a nice spot for a swim. | ||
| * At Prideaux Haven, numerous small islands and inlets off shore invite exploration | ||
| * There are campsites at Roscoe Bay, the Copeland Islands and Okeover provincial park | ||
| * At Teakerne Arm there is a 1 kilometer trail to the 30 meter high Cassel Falls and Cassel Lake for a great swim | ||
| * At Roscoe Bay - a trail leads to Black Lake , also suitable for swimming. | ||
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* Valid BC fresh water and or tidal waters sport fishing licenses are required for fishing and shellfish collection |
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