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saltery bay
BC Parks Vancouver Island · British Columbia · reservable
what to expect
Saltery Bay Provincial Park was established in 1962 to provide ocean access on the Sunshine Coast of Georgia Strait. The park is divided into two separate sites: the campground and the day-use area. The day-use area with its rocky beaches is a popular swimming and picnic site. Lush forests with large, old trees create a quiet setting for the campground at Mermaid Cove. At low tide, the rocky shoreline often has tidal pools with starfish, sea urchins, small fish and crabs. Scuba diving provides a close-up look at the abundant marine life and a 3-metre bronze mermaid statue. The Emerald Princess statue and wheelchair access ramp were placed in the park through efforts of local scuba enthusiasts. From the shore, killer whales and sea lions can sometimes be seen. Mounds o…
the basics
watersewerflush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
drive from vancouver
1.3h · 95 km
drive from calgary
9.7h · 730 km
drive from edmonton
11.3h · 847 km
what to know
updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.
what to bring
this list adapts to saltery bay. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;
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common questions about saltery bay
- can dogs camp at saltery bay?
- Yes. Saltery Bay Provincial Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
- does saltery bay have electric hookups?
- No. Saltery Bay Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
- how far is saltery bay from vancouver?
- Saltery Bay Provincial Park is 95 km from Vancouver — approximately a 1.3-hour drive on highway routes.
- do you need reservations at saltery bay?
- Yes. Saltery Bay Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
- when is the best time to camp at saltery bay?
- Peak season at Saltery Bay Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.
nearby places
within ~100 km of saltery bay.
want to camp at saltery bay?
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