About the Park
Nicknamed, “Little Hawaii,” the white sandy beaches of Tribune Bay stretch endlessly out to meet an aquamarine sea. Tribune Bay Provincial Park is a popular destination for campers and beach-goers. The campsite is conveniently located between the large beach day-use area and the central hub of Hornby Island, which boasts a large Co-Op, gas station, local market, and food stalls. The south-facing Tribune Bay day-use area has close to 1 km of fine white sand beach and is a spectacular destination, accessible by ferry from the east side of Vancouver Island. Here, shallow waters meet tropical temperatures during the summer; Tribune Bay is one of the warmest saltwater swimming areas in B.C. The adjacent Tribune Bay campground was acquired by BC Parks and completely rebuilt in 2025-2026. This newly redesigned space is a high-density, family friendly campground. Changes for 2026 include additional power sites, improved amenities, and a new layout. Additionally, Tribune Bay now has 9 small cabins available to book for the 2026 camping season. Tribune Bay is 100% reservable – Reservations are highly recommended all season long. The intended opening dates for the campsite in 2026 are June 15th – October 13th, 2026.
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Contact
For the most up-to-date park information and advisories: https://bcparks.ca/tribune-bay-park/
Rates
Frontcountry camping $43/party/night -$51/party/night June 15-Sept.7, 2026
Facilities
Location
Hornby Island is accessible by boat or by 2 short ferry rides between Buckley Bay, (south of Courtenay), to Denman Island, and a second ferry between Denman and Hornby Islands.
Size
105 ha.Park Amenities
Vehicle accessible camping facilities
Picnic sites
Pit Toilets
Showers
Playground
Beach
Pets must be on leash
Cabins, yurts or lodges for public use
Electricity
Park Activities
Swimming
Scuba Diving / Snorkeling
Canoeing / kayaking
Windsurfing
Fishing
Hiking
Bicycling
