Fast Facts - Saturna Island Tourism Association, Saturna Island, B.C.

Fast Facts and General Information

Access:	B.C. Ferries, Float Plane See our Travel and Links pages
Activities:	Beach- combing, swimming kayaking, bicycling, nature walks, fishing, community events.
Banking:	Most retailers accept major credit cards and debit cards, but please check with your accommodation when making your reservation. There is an ATM located in the Saturna Lighthouse Pub.
Cycling:	Saturna has some narrow hilly roads with limited visibility. Please use helmets and ride single file.
Fires:	Are a serious hazard on our forested island. No outside fires are allowed during the summer months. A fire permit is required.
Gas:	Vehicle gas pump just up from Saturna Point Store.
Hunting:	Hunting and the discharge of firearms is severely restricted - please check the current regulations.
Internet:	Internet Cafe, Wireless available through Saturna Broadband. Wireless hot spots at Lighthouse Pub and Saturna Cafe. Public Computer Access at the Eddie Reid Memorial Library and the Saturna Recreation Center. Local Dial up available with www.gulfislands.com and Telus.
Moorage:	Government Wharf next to BC Ferries Terminal
911:	Please dial 911 for medical, fire or police.
Size:	96 sq.km. (38 sq.miles)
Parks:	Please see map and/or the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve page.
Pharmacy:	There are no pharmacy or drug stores on Saturna. Please remember to bring your medications with you.
Population	350 (full time residents) approximately
Public Telephones:	Located next to the Saturna Point Store, inside the Lighthouse Pub, Outside the Saturna General Store and at the Lighthouse by East Point Regional Park.
Public Washroom:	Located at the ferry dock, see map for pit toiler locations.
School:	Saturna Elementary School
Water:	Water is a limited resource. Please help us conserve.