Porteau Cove Provincial Park
Unnamed Road, Squamish-Lillooet D, BC V0N 3Z0, Canada
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About This Campsite
Porteau Cove Provincial Park
Located along the eastern shore of Howe Sound in British Columbia, Canada, Porteau Cove Provincial Park is a scenic waterfront destination known for its stunning ocean and mountain views. The park offers a range of outdoor activities including camping, picnicking, scuba diving, and kayaking. With its popular diving site featuring artificial reefs and sunken shipwrecks, the park is a haven for marine exploration. It’s also a favored spot for stargazing and spotting marine wildlife.
Activities and Features
- Camping: Most sites are oceanfront, available for $23 a night. Book online or try finding a spot on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Diving: Famous dive site with special facilities on-site.
- Picnicking: Numerous picnic tables available along with BBQ facilities.
- Marine Exploration: Enjoy scuba diving among the artificial reefs and sunken ships.
- Wildlife Watching: Ideal spot for spotting marine wildlife and bird watching.
- Stargazing: Clear skies make it a preferred location for stargazing.
Tips and Important Considerations
- Parking can be hard to find if you arrive late, especially on nice days.
- Restrooms are available, though they may not be of the highest standard.
- The water is pleasantly warm, making it great for swimming and other water activities.
- Special diving facilities are available, making it easier for diving enthusiasts to enjoy the underwater attractions.
- Free parking is available, though spaces fill up quickly.
Overall, Porteau Cove Provincial Park is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape the city and immerse themselves in nature. Whether you're there for a day trip or a weekend getaway, the park's breathtaking views and diverse range of activities make it an excellent choice for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Reviews
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Mohammad Kawser
09/03/2024
Porteau Cove Provincial Park is a scenic waterfront park located along the eastern shore of Howe Sound in British Columbia, Canada. It's known for its stunning ocean and mountain views, pebbled beaches, and opportunities for outdoor activities like camping, picnicking, scuba diving, and kayaking. The park features a popular diving site with artificial reefs and sunken shipwrecks, making it a great spot for marine exploration. It's also a favored location for stargazing and spotting marine wildlife. Accessible from Vancouver, the park is a popular day trip and weekend getaway destination.
The Weekender
09/09/2024
We came up for the day because we heard how beautiful this place is. We were not disappointed! The perfect place to escape the city for the day, it's only about 45 minutes out of Vancouver and has scenic views of Howe Sound. The Provincial Park is also a famous dive site and there are special diving facilities on site. The camping area is small but most sites are ocean front and only $23 a night. You can show up for a first come first serve site or it's advisable to book online! If you want to know more, check out our video review here: https://youtu.be/n5zcCX6TaMU?si=EpZPAlaTZqMI5vbY
Erick Inocentes
08/21/2024
I absolutely love it here !! The water is not cold , perfect scenery, and good place to relax and take in nature. Parking can be hard to find if you go late.
A.J. Canadian
07/14/2024
This beachside park offers great views, boat launch, free parking, beach, pier with viewing areas. I have enjoyed having family and friends there to BBQ and sit at one of the many picnic tables. Great place to enjoy wildlife and nature while relaxing after a long drive. I can say the restrooms were ok but the parking and picnic areas fill up on nice days.
Christian Wuerpel
09/10/2024
A nice place to chill and relax. The view is breathtaking. It was relaxing to sit by the water.Great place to pull off and stretch your legs.