Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

Almost one half of Saturna’s stunning landscape of bays, valleys and high rock bluffs is protected within Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. Officially
established in 2003, and now entering its 7th year of operation, the park is indeed something special to experience while you’re on-island.

The southern Gulf Islands are one of the most ecologically important— and most at risk—natural areas in southern Canada.

Exploring the national park reserve is best done at a leisurely pace, and in ways that leave little trace of your passing through. Although there are limited facilities in the park, there are still some great experiences to enjoy. Try a picnic and a short walk at Winter Cove. Enjoy a hike at Narvaez Bay or along Lyall Creek. Drive up to the top of Mount arburton
Pike to take in a panoramic vista of ocean and islands stop to see the stone house ruins at Taylor Point.

The entire park totals 35 km2 of parkland scattered over numerous islands, islets and reefs throughout the southern Gulf Islands. The waters adjacent to the park lands are also managed by Parks Canada, bringing another 26 km2 under protection.

While in Gulf Islands National Park Reserve on Saturna Island, REMEMBER:
• Be a no-trace visitor: please take all of your trash off-island with you
• No fires • Pets must be leashed
• Stay on designated trails
• View wildlife from a distance
• Stay well back from cliff edges and watch your footing on slippery shoreline rocks
• Seven walk-in backcountry campsites (1.7km from trailhead) available at Narvaez Bay
• Respect private property

For more information: www.pc.gc.ca/gulfislands
Toll Free 1-866-944-1744