Sechelt

Sechelt is a district municipality on the Sunshine Coast positioned across the isthmus of a peninsula between Sechelt Inlet and the Strait of Georgia. The area spans roughly 35 kilometers of Pacific Ocean shoreline, creating a unique geography where two bodies of water are connected by land.

The settlement began in 1862 when European settlers arrived in the territory of the shíshálh Nation and established a Roman Catholic church. This arrival of pioneers marked a major turning point in how the region developed from that time forward.

The tems swiya Museum displays traditions of the shíshálh Nation through exhibits and objects passed down across generations. The collection tells the story of how the local indigenous people lived and worked in this coastal region.

Visitors reach Sechelt by taking a roughly 40-minute ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Langdale, then driving about 25 minutes along Highway 101. The route is straightforward and ferries run regularly, so it's worth checking schedules before departing to plan your arrival.

The area protects Hidden Groves, a forest section with ancient trees and walking trails accessed through community-built wooden boardwalks. These paths let visitors explore the woods without damaging the delicate forest environment.

Location: Sunshine Coast Regional District

Inception: 1862

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

Website: https://sechelt.ca

GPS coordinates: 49.47420,-123.75400

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:12