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Parks, Trails, Waterways in Alert Bay on Cormorant Island, BC

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Alert Bay, Cormorant Island, North Gulf Islands, B.C., Canada

Some of the Provincial, Regional and Community Parks, Hiking Trails, Beaches, Lakes and Museums, Recreation Destinations in and around Alert Bay, BC on Cormorant Island in the North Gulf Islands region of British Columbia, Canada

Ecological Park The wetland park is a recreation destination complete with hiking trails and a boardwalk walkway. The short, easy-grade, walking trail explores through a marsh and cedar forest. [ more information ]
Boardwalk Seawall A waterfront path exploring the coastline on the west side of the island. The seawall provides many opportunities for great ocean views and sightseeing opportunities. [ more information ]
Namgis Burial Grounds The burial grounds are the resting place for many of the First Nations people who first inhabited the island. Standing tall, marking many of the grave sites, are a number of ceremonial Totem Poles. [ more information ]
U'Mista Cultural Centre The centre is a First Nation museum and a special gathering place for ceremonial celebrations. The goal of the centre is to remember, protect and preserve the history, traditions and culture of the Kwakwaka'waka First Nation people. [ more information ]
	Cape Scott Provincial Park is the most popular destination for backpackers, bird watchers and naturalists in the northern Vancouver Island region. The Cape Scott trail is a 50 kilometre return hike from the active Cape Scott Lighthouse. [ more information about Cape Scott Provincial Park ]
	Broughton Archipelago is a very large group of of islands famous for its wildlife. Explore and discover nature in the many secluded bays and inlets of the Islands. Located via boat or kayak. Tour guides available and recommended. [ more information about Broughton Archipelago ]
	Desolation Sound Desolation Sound consists of many islands and ocean channels teaming with life around Copeland Islands, West Redonda Island and East Redonda Island. Navigational kayaking is an adventure of a lifetime exploring along the currents of Waddington Channel, Homfray Channel, Lewis Channel, Pryce Channel and Toba Inlet. [ more info about Desolation Sound ]
World's Largest Totem Pole. On Cormorant Island is a 173 foot tall Totem Pole carved by 6 Kwakwaka'wakw First Nation people. Some of the carved figures on the Totem Pole include the Sun Man which is the crest of the Quatsino Tribe; Kolus ( a Thunderbird cousin ) represents the Kwagul Tribe; a whale representing the Gwa'sala'Nakwaxda'xw and others like a bear holding a salmon; a wolf, a raven,a Dzunukwa embracing a copper and much more.
Michael Bigg's Ecological Reserve. A launching point for whale watching and fantastic wildlife viewing. Located at Robson Bight. Must book appointment to access property.