North Island

Cape Scott Provincial Park

Remote wilderness at the northern tip of Vancouver Island

1973

Established

22,220 ha

Area

About this Park

Cape Scott Provincial Park protects one of the most remote and rugged stretches of coastline on Vancouver Island. Ancient Sitka spruce forests meet wild Pacific beaches where hikers can walk for kilometres without seeing another soul.

The park is famous for its multi-day backpacking routes, including the challenging North Coast Trail and the classic Cape Scott Trail to the lighthouse.

Activities & Attractions

Wilderness Hiking

Multi-day coastal trails through rainforest and along beaches

Backcountry Camping

Primitive campsites at Nissen Bight, Nels Bight, and more

Historical Sites

Remnants of Danish and Norwegian settlement attempts

Wildlife Viewing

Wolves, black bears, sea otters, and marine birds