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Discovery Island Marine

About the Park

Excellent kayaking opportunities make the park a popular destination for visitors and local residents. No fires and no disposal facilities, please practice “Leave No Trace” ethics.

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Oak Bay, CA
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Contact

RLC Park Services
Phone: 250-474-1336
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.rlcparks.ca

For the most up-to-date park information and advisories: https://bcparks.ca/discovery-island-marine-park/

 

Rates

Backcountry camping – $5/person/night

Facilities

12 open field campsites

Location

Marine access only, 2 nautical miles East of Victoria, launch from Cattle Point. Enter on the southern part only; the northern portion is Indian Reserve land. Take caution of the many rocks and islets.

Size

61 ha.
Available amenities & activities at this park
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Park Amenities


  • Wilderness / backcountry / walk-in camping

  • Picnic sites

  • Pit Toilets

  • Pets must be on leash

Park Activities


  • Canoeing / kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Hiking
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