North Island · Von Donop
Small Inlet Marine Park
About this Park
Located at the northern tip of Quadra Island, Small Inlet Marine Park provides a well-protected anchorage where boaters can wait for slack water to pass through the tidal rapids of Discovery Passage, Okisollo Channel and Hole in the Wall.
The park encompasses Newton Lake, a small lake suitable for swimming and picnicking, although no facilities are provided. A rough trail from the southeast corner of Small Inlet leads to the lake. It is also possible to portage from the head of Small Inlet Marine Park to nearby Waiatt Bay in Octopus Islands Marine Park via a rough trail, approximately 1.5 km long.
Location notes
The park is located on the northeastern tip of Quadra Island. Access to the park is by boat from Johnstone Strait or from Granite Bay on Quadra Island. Boaters can reference marine chart #3538 for more information on this area. Nearby communities include Campbell River, Sayward, Quadra Island.
Activities
- 9754:Hiking This park has one rough trail to Newton Lake from the southeast corner of Small Inlet. This trail is approximately 1.5 km. 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.
- 9754:Canoeing There are ocean kayaking opportunities in this park. Paddlers can set in at Rock Bay, north of Campbell River. It is possible to portage from Small Inlet Marine Park to nearby Waiatt Bay in Octopus Islands Marine Park via a rough trail, approximately 1.5 km long.
- 9754:Swimming There is no designated swimming area. However, visitors can swim in the ocean or at Newton Lake.
- 9754:Fishing Salmon and rockfish can be found in the waters around Small Inlet. Fishing is permitted as per provincial and federal fishing regulations. Rockfish Conservation Areas occur within this park. Fishing activities are limited in Rockfish Conservation Areas. Before you go fishing please refer to the Rockfish Conservation Area descriptions available from Fisheries and Oceans Canada DFO.
- 9754:Pets on leash Pets and domestic animals must be under control at all times. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
Facilities
- 9754:Campfires While small fires are allowed, we encourage visitors to conserve the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using stoves instead. If you do have a fire, please utilize previously constructed fire rings and use small pieces of wood that will burn completely. If you can’t find a previously used site, try to construct your fire rings below the high tide mark. Never leave your fire unattended and practice Leave No Trace camping ethics.
Location
50.25457, -125.28506 · Von Donop