Porteau Cove Provincial Park

Porteau Cove Provincial Park is a coastal park along Howe Sound in British Columbia with direct waterfront access and multiple visitor facilities. The site features a dock, two boat launches, campsites scattered across natural shoreline, and cabin accommodations.

The park was established in 1981 to protect coastal landscapes and marine ecosystems in British Columbia. Its creation was part of a broader effort to preserve the province's natural shoreline areas.

The park functions as a gathering place where visitors engage in outdoor activities like swimming, diving, and waterside relaxation. Local communities value the space for direct access to the ocean and the chance to explore marine environments.

The park sits north of Vancouver along Highway 99 and offers overnight options ranging from tent camping to cabin stays for different types of visitors. Weather can be cool year-round, and road conditions during winter months may require careful planning.

The underwater marine park contains two sunken vessels and artificial reefs that serve as a diving destination. These submerged structures have become habitats for sea creatures and draw diving enthusiasts from surrounding areas.

Location: Squamish-Lillooet Regional District

Inception: 1981

Website: https://bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/porteau

GPS coordinates: 49.55720,-123.23600

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54