Harmony Islands Marine Park

Highlights in this park

This park provides safe anchorage, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and fishing. One mile south of the park are the scenic Freil Lake Falls, which tumble down into Hothman Sound from Freil Lake.

This park is very popular with boaters and may be congested during long weekends and the summer months. There are no facilities at this park.

The park is situated on the east side of Hotham Island, north of Granville Bay and consists of the southernmost island. The other islands are privately owned and are not a part of the park. Please respect these areas and do not trespass on private property.

Know before you go

Advisories

Safety information

Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
There are no developed trails at this park.

Review the detailed guides under visit responsibly for more information on staying safe and preserving our natural spaces.

Visit responsibly

Follow these guides to ensure your activities are safe, respectful, and ecologically friendly:

Maps and location

Getting there

This park is situated on the east side of Hotham Island, north of Granville Bay and consists of the southernmost island. The other islands are privately owned and are not a part of the park. Please respect these areas and do not trespass on private property. The closest community is Powell River.

Things to do

Swimming

There are swimming opportunities at this park. It is ocean swimming with mostly rocky beaches.

There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.

Canoeing

There are opportunities for canoeing and kayaking in this park. There is no canoe or kayak camping available.

Kayaking

There are opportunities for canoeing and kayaking in this park. There is no canoe or kayak camping available.

Fishing

There are tidal water fishing opportunities available. Rockfish Conservation Areas occur within this park. Fishing activities are limited in Rockfish Conservation Areas. Before you go fishing please refer to the Rockfish Conservation Area descriptions available from Fisheries and Oceans Canada DFO.

Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.

Pets on leash

Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.

Scuba diving

There are scuba diving and snorkelling opportunities for self-equipped parties. There are no scuba rentals available in the park.

Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples

BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.

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