Boating in and around Desolation Sound and Powell River

• LIST OF ALL LISTED BOATING COMPANIES
• HOUSEBOATING

Well, this is a pretty big topic up in our neck of the woods and slice of the sea. With 32 lakes and all of Desolation Sound at our doorstep, it's tough to find another British Columbia location that compares.

For canoeing enthusiasts, the Powell Forest Canoe Route offers a stunning array of lakes, portages and forestry campsites enroute along its 48km length.

Kayakers enjoy the Copeland Islands (Ragged Islands), Savary Island and the many lakes.

But what about those "other" boaters - the pleasure and sportfishing crowd? Well, the Upper Sunshine Coast has a treat for you!

 

PLEASURE BOATING

For saltwater boaters, Powell River is the gateway to the spectacular Desolation Sound Marine Park region, encompassing a paradise of oceanic playground from Texada Island at the south to Bute Inlet and the Discovery Islands to the North. Marinas, government wharves, ocean resorts and a number of marine parks create a delightful archipelago of stops for the leisure boater. Spectacular destinations such as the world-renowned Princess Louisa Inlet, Von Donop Inlet, Prideaux Haven and the rapids around Stuart Island are top of the list for boaters from as far away as Mexico and Alaska.

Boat launches are numerous, both public and private, with many smaller launches for cartoppers.

Please visit the following Business Directory categories for more information of interest to boaters and those wishing to explore Powell River from the water:

• Boat rentals
• Marinas
• Boat repairs
• Supplies
• Charters

 

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