Sea kayak Powell River British Columbia and experience some of the most
spectacular sea kayaking in the world!
Planning a kayaking vacation you will long remember? Why not consider paddling the sheltered waters around Powell River this summer? Located at the Gateway to Desolation Sound - Powell River is central to over 12 of British Columbia's spectacular marine parks and offers some of the most accessible paddling available on our west coast. Powell River Sea Kayak has spent years paddling this wonderful shoreline and is a valuable resource to your paddling adventures!
The Powell River Sea Kayaking Destinations
Please see the Destinations Overview Map for a basic view of each location in relation to Powell River. For more information on a specific destination, make your choice below -- or start at the beginning and work your way through.
Powell River North:
British Columbia's world renowned marine park. This destination includes Okeover Inlet (the Gateway to Desolation Sound Marine Park and home of Powell River Sea Kayak Ltd.), Malaspina Inlet, Lancelot Inlet and Theodosia Inlet. All four inlets are part of Desolation Sound Marine Park.
Historical Lund is the end of the road and the launching point for two unique and wonderful destinations: Savary Island and the Copeland Islands. Savary's massive sandy beaches has earned it the name "Hawaii of the north." The Copeland Island's channels, bays and coves are perfect for exploring by sea kayak. Also, we include some information on the Mitlenach Island Nature Reserve as Lund is the prime launching point for this destination. Lund is the location of Powell River Sea Kayak's satellite kayak shop: Rockfish Kayak.
Just beyond Desolation Sound are the towering mountains of the Coast Range. These are the fjord waterways that carve into the mountains and mountainous islands. Three small marine parks are part of these areas: Walsh Cove, Roscoe Bay and Teakerne Arm (Cassel Falls).
A short paddle from Lund is Cortes Island. Although ferry service to Cortes is from Vancouver Island, Cortes is just 7 nautical miles from Lund and less than 2 nautical miles from Sarah Point on the Malaspina Peninsula (mainland). It is for this reason that many kayakers choose to launch from Lund when paddling around Cortes Island.
Cortes has several unique destinations but one of the more interesting features has to be the lagoons. Cortes Island has four lagoons that are all accessible by sea kayak!
Powell River South:
Accessible from Saltery Bay, this destination boasts the 1400 foot Freil Falls and is lined by thick rainforest and towering mountains. The Harmony Islands Marine Park is also located in Hotham Sound.
Jedediah Island is British Columbia's largest island marine park and has such a fascinating history that a book was written about it. Texada Island is the largest island in the Straight of Georgia and offers great staging and access for paddling to Jedediah Island.
Interesting island paddling with a small marine park (Fox Island) and even a hidden lagoon (watch the tides!)! Check-out the winter and spring sea lions at Scotch Fir Point on-route to Nelson and Hardy Islands.
Access to Princess Louisa is no quick task by kayak. One must first paddle the waters of Jervis Inlet as it carves deeply into the mountains. However, this destination is well worth it. During the wetter months, dozens of waterfalls plunge into the tranquil waters of the Princess Louisa. However, even during the driest times, Chatterbox Falls thunders down it's 120 foot drop. Key areas of the inlet have been preserved as marine park, thus maintaining it's original pristine nature.
Although remote, don't expect to be the only person there. Princess Louisa Inlet and Chatterbox Falls have drawn boaters into it's beauty for years. Also over the years, shelters have been built that include picnic benches and there is even a viewing platform overlooking Chatterbox Falls.
Powell River and the Lakes:
One of the most interesting paddles close to the actual town of Powell River is Harwood Island. Harwood's neighbor is Savary Island - which may suggest what to expect: big sandy beaches!
There is certainly much more to experience than just beaches, for example: awesome views, interesting rock formations and great marine life. As this island is part of the Sliammon territory (IR) it is wonderfully uninhabited. Watch the exposure on windy days!
Behind the ocean front community of Powell River lie many, many freshwater lakes. These lakes vary from smaller meandering bodies of water perfect for birdlife and beavers to massive fjords carving deep into the back country and steep, mountainous terrain. The lakes are so numerous that there is even a portage route connecting many of the lakes. The Powell Forest Canoe Route is a wonderful way to experience the Powell River back country. However, as many of the lakes are accessible by vehicle, those with less time can enjoy the spectacular scenery of these lakes by taking them one day at a time.
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