TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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Port McNeill is a central hub for all of North Vancouver Island, a hot spot for eco-tourism.
The tri-port BC Ferries terminal is located in Port McNeill, servicing the charming communities of Alert Bay on Cormorant Island and Sointula and Malcolm Island.
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The largest burl – Ronning Burl – is 20 feet tall, weighs approximately 30 tons, and has a diameter of 20 feet.
A burl is an overgrowth of cells that results in a sizeable bulbous growth. They are typically about the size of a fist; however, Port McNeill, originally a base camp for loggers, is home to the two largest burls in the world.
Another burl was discovered in 1976 and is now covered in a fibreglass mould to prevent rot.
The new largest burl is not covered in fibreglass and is easily visible. It is the perfect location for two of the world’s largest burls.
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This undeveloped wilderness park protects animals and their habitat while allowing people to enjoy and experience this rural landscape. You can fish, hunt, hike backcountry, camp, and swim in this beautiful location, keeping in mind that it is an undeveloped wilderness.
This park is about 200 hectares, located only 5 km south of Port McNeil. The park lies within the traditional territory of the Namgis First Nation and contains a traditional cross-island trade route known as the Grease Trail.
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If you are looking for some adventure, this small volcanic island near Port McNeil will offer you just that. A short boat ride from the public dock in Port McNeil will have you on the island in 12 minutes.
There are old roads and trails that provide easy access to the island and the centre. You will find a grey andesite, considered BC’s finest building stone, with many landmarks using this stone, such as the BC Parliament Building.
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If you’re looking for a beautiful place to stay, the Cluxewe Resort offers a calm, magical place to enjoy your time. It is a First Nations-owned and operated resort’.
Not only is it peaceful and surrounded by rugged beauty, but there are also many activities to partake in. You can bird watch and view wildlife all while staying at the resort. There are designated viewing zones and a beach where you might see dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, river otters, black-tailed deer, and mink. Black bears and grey wolves are occasionally spotted, although they usually avoid people.
Sun Fun Divers offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With a minimum of four people, they specialize in providing day trips from a shore-based operation. They specifically offer sightseeing, whale watching, hiking, fishing, and diving along the wild and remote Northern end of Vancouver Island.
No better trip offers better scenic surroundings and numerous recreational opportunities altogether. The intense and varied diving locations they offer are a must. Experience crystal clear, currently fed waters, and witness the vast sea life such as wolf eels, cod, rockfish, sponges, anemones, and much more.
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The Coastal Waves Fine Art Gallery is filled with local Northern Vancouver Island art created by Kathy Harder. It showcases the beauty of the Canadian West Coast region through paint and brushstrokes.
The gallery is open most days of the week or by appointment.
Paintings: https://www.coastalwaves.ca/
