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Wallace Island Marine Park

wallace island marine park

BC Parks
Vancouver Island · British Columbia · reservable

what to expect

Wilderness, walk-in camping is allowed in the park, which is accessible by boat only. There are 9 sites with tent pads at Chivers Point and 1 site at Cabin Bay – both sites are ideal for kayak camping. Approximately 8 open field sites are available at Conover

the basics

flush toilets
drive from vancouver
0.7h · 49 km
drive from calgary
9.5h · 716 km
drive from edmonton
11.5h · 866 km

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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.

what to bring

this list adapts to wallace island marine park. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about wallace island marine park

does wallace island marine park have electric hookups?
No. Wallace Island Marine Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is wallace island marine park from vancouver?
Wallace Island Marine Park is 49 km from Vancouver — approximately a 0.7-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at wallace island marine park?
Yes. Wallace Island Marine 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 wallace island marine park?
Peak season at Wallace Island Marine Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of wallace island marine park.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from bc parks + open sources

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