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Advisories
Special notes
Please note: BC Parks is implementing a designated campsite policy to protect the sensitive areas of the park.
- These marine parks protect globally significant ecological and cultural park values.
- Recreational activities have caused inadvertent negative impacts to sensitive park areas.
Kayak Rentals and Guided Tours: There are several kayak rentals available in the Powell River and the Lund area. There are several guided kayak tours available. All guided visitors are required to pay overnight camping fees, in addition to any guiding fees. Please discuss with your guide outfitter prior to your trip.
Parking: There is limited free parking near to Okeover Park and boat launch. Private pay parking is also available in Lund Harbour.
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
Malaspina Park is located approximately 30 km to the northwest of Powell River, on the eastern and northern shoreline of Malaspina Peninsula. The closest communities are the communities of Lund and Malaspina Inlet.
Nearby provincial parks include Desolation Sound, Okeover Arm, Copeland Islands, Roscoe Bay, Teakerne Arm and Walsh Cove.
Camping
Marine-accessible camping
Marine Access and Backcountry Camping:
Malaspina has two designated campsites: Sarah Point and Feather Cove. There are 11 designated campgrounds throughout Desolation Sound, the Copeland Islands, and Malaspina Marine Parks. An average of nine tent pads are available at each campground.
For campground locations, download our map of Desolation Sound and Copeland Islands Marine Park designated campsites [PDF]. To get detailed information about each campground, visit the Desolation Sound Marine Park: Backcountry camping page.
- Camping is only permitted in designated campsites.
- Campers must use tent pads, please prevent erosion by placing tents, and other equipment on the tent pads.
- Campsites are available on a first come, first served basis. Please do not hold sites for other parties.
Please Note:
- These parks protect very sensitive ecosystem values. Please stay on designated routes to avoid causing damage to these park values.
- Campfires are not permitted throughout the marine parks, observe posted signs.
- Fees are collected from June 1 to September 15.
- Backcountry Camping fees are in place for Desolation Sound Parks backcountry campgrounds (includes Desolation Sound Marine, Copeland Islands Marine, Malaspina and Roscoe Bay Parks)
Camping fee: $5 per person per night (age 6+)
To purchase a backcountry camping permit, click on the “Get A Backcountry Camping Permit Now” button. Thank you for your support!
When visiting marine-accessible sites, be respectful of the sensitive wildlife habitats, and learn how to stay safe using our marine visitor guide.
Marine-accessible campgrounds
Things to do
Hunting is permitted in this park.
Anyone hunting in British Columbia must comply with BC hunting regulations. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
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.
Contact
| Park operator | This park is operated by 1312768 BC Ltd. |
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| General questions and feedback for BC Parks | We answer emails weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm Pacific Time. |
