North Island · Von Donop
Fillongley Park
About this Park
This small picturesque park on the north side of Denman Island offers an idyllic location to enjoy a picnic and spend a quiet afternoon.
The land that is now Fillongley Park was bequeathed to the province of British Columbia by George Beadnell, an Englishman who settled here at the turn of the century. Over the years, Beadnell developed Fillongley into one of the most beautiful estates in the Gulf Islands. A large, flat grassy field, once the site of a bowling green, comes alive with vibrant wildflowers in the spring. Set amongst a canopy of imported deciduous trees, this park is also noted for its beautiful display of colours in the fall.
Ten campsites are located along the ocean, and there are several walking trails through the park where visitors can observe the old growth cedar forest, a salmon spawning stream and remains of the old homestead.
Special notes
- Fillongley only has 10 campsites and is usually full on weekends and throughout July and August. All sites are reservable and reservations are highly recommended. When the campground is full, there is limited space for one night overflow camping at the park. If you do not have a reservation during the summer months, we recommend having alternate camping plan on Denman Island as this park is very popular and is usually at capacity.
- The nearest sani-stations are located at the Esso gas station in Cumberland or the Mohawk gas station in Courtenay on Vancouver Island.
- The closest boat launch is at Bill Mee Park, approximately 10 km away on East Road on Denman Island.
Location notes
Fillongley Park is located on Denman Island. Take the Denman Island Ferry from Buckley Bay, off Highway 19A on central Vancouver Island. Once on Denman island, follow Denman Road to Swan Road. Turn left on Swan Road, then right on Beadnell Road. Nearby communities include Hornby Island, Buckley Bay, Fanny Bay and the Comox Valley.
Activities
- 48:Hiking There are 2 km of wheelchair-accessible walking trails through the park. One of these trails is a short loop from the parking area through the field (approximately 10 minutes to the field). Another trail heads west from the parking area and follows Beadnell Creek canyon through lush second-growth forest. This trail connects with Swan Road. Visitors can return to the parking lot either back down the trail or along Beadnell Road. One-way walking time to Swan Road is approximately 30 minutes.For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
- 48:Swimming There are opportunities for ocean swimming at the sand and pebble beach. There are also opportunities for windsurfing in this park.
- 48:Canoeing From Fillongley Park, paddlers can easily explore the waters around Denman Island and Hornby Island. Canoes and kayaks can set in at the beach.
- 48:Pets on leash Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.
- 48:Cycling Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Fillongley Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted.
- 48:Fishing There are opportunities for saltwater fishing in this park. Fishing is permitted as per provincial and federal fishing regulations. All anglers should check the current regulations issued by Fisheries and Oceans Canada prior to fishing.Check the BC Centre for Disease Control fishing and shellfish harvesting page before harvestingThe Shellfish Harvesting Status Map will allow you to identify BC shellfish harvesting closures in your area
Facilities
- 48:Picnic areas This park has a large grassy field that is suitable for picnicking. Pit toilets and an information shelter are located at the parking area.
- 48:Pit or flush toilets This park has pit toilets, located at the parking area.
- 48:Drinking water A cold water tap is located approximately 50 metres from the campground. The tap is shut off during the off-season.View the Drinking Water System Report - 2015 [PDF]
- 48:Accessibility information Accessibility information is available for this park.
- 48:Campfires Campfires fires are allowed and campfire rings are provided at each campsite. We encourage visitors to conserve the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using stoves instead. Firewood can be purchased from the park operator. Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary. You can conserve firewood and air quality by keeping your campfire small.To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don’t gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act). Dead wood is an important habitat element for many plants and animals and it adds organic matter to the soil.
Location
49.54357, -124.76203 · Von Donop