Porpoise Bay Provincial Park, Provincial park in Sechelt, Canada
Porpoise Bay Provincial Park is a coastal reserve with Douglas fir forests, sandy beaches, and sheltered waters along Sechelt Inlet. The landscape combines dense woodlands meeting shorelines, creating distinct zones for walking and camping throughout the property.
Private ownership of the land lasted until 1966 when the provincial government purchased it, then officially opened it as a park in 1971. This transformation made the coastal area accessible to the public for recreation and outdoor activities.
The land holds deep roots with the Shíshálh Nation, whose people lived off these waters and forests for countless generations before European settlement. Their connection to this place remains woven into the landscape itself.
The park has camping areas and forest trails for day visitors and overnight guests alike. Water access is available through designated beach areas, though facilities operate fully only during the warmer season.
In autumn, visitors walking the forest trail can watch wild salmon moving upstream in Angus Creek during their spawning migration. This seasonal event draws people eager to see the fish navigate their challenging journey upstream.
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