Lanz and Cox Islands Provincial Park

Lanz and Cox Islands Provincial Park spans 5,556 hectares across two main islands and three ecological reserves in British Columbia's Pacific waters.

The Scott Island chain territory belonged to the Yutlinuk First Nation until their population decline in the early 1800s due to European diseases.

The islands maintain their connection to Indigenous heritage through the Quatsino and Tlatlasikwala First Nations, who hold traditional claims to this territory.

Access to the park requires experienced navigation by boat from Winter Harbour, as the islands face strong Pacific Ocean weather conditions throughout the year.

The islands serve as breeding grounds for numerous seabird colonies, including Cassin's auklets, tufted puffins, and one of British Columbia's four Steller's sea lion rookeries.

Location: Regional District of Mount Waddington

GPS coordinates: 50.80830,-128.66700

Latest update: March 10, 2025 22:15