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Know before you go
Advisories
Safety information
- Union Passage is reached using narrow entrances to the northeast or southwest. These passages are swept by powerful currents and should be entered cautiously.
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
Union Passage Marine Park is located at the southern end of Grenville Channel, between Pitt and Farrant Islands. The closest communities are Hartley Bay (12 km), Kitimat (90 km), Port Edward (105 km) and Prince Rupert (120 km). Only accessible by boat or floatplane. For reference, use marine charts #3945 (Approaches to Douglas Channel), #3946 (Grenville Channel) or #3742 (Otter Passage to McKay Reach).
Camping
Marine-accessible camping
Wilderness camping are allowed, but no facilities are provided. Marine-access only.
When visiting marine-accessible sites, be respectful of the sensitive wildlife habitats, and learn how to stay safe using our marine visitor guide.
Things to do
Excellent tidal water fishing opportunities for salmon and groundfish can be found here. Fishing licences are available for purchase in Kitimat and Prince Rupert.
Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
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.
Facilities
Campfire bans may be in place. Before lighting a fire, check for bans or restrictions on BC Wildfire Service and on local or Indigenous government websites.
About this park
Established as a class A park, June 14, 1993.
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
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