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Pirates Cove Marine – De Courcy Island

About the Park

Potential for whale-watching through Ruxton Pass or Pylades Channel. Fires are not permitted in the park or on the beach at any time. Camp stove for cooking only. There are no disposal facilities so please practice “leave no trace” ethics.

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Visibility: 10 km
Sunrise: 5:38 am
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Contact

K2 Park Services Ltd
Phone/Fax: 1 877 559-2115
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.k2parks.ca
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Rates

Backcountry camping – $5/person/night

Facilities

walk-in campsites, 2 day-use dinghy docks, and mooring rings for larger vessels.

Location

Marine access only. Located at the SE end of De Courcy Island, 16 km SE of Nanaimo.

Size

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


  • Wilderness / backcountry / walk-in camping

  • Picnic sites

  • Pit Toilets

  • Beach

  • Anchorage

  • Pets must be on leash

Park Activities


  • Canoeing / kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Wildlife Viewing
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