Quadra Island News and Events
About Quadra Island
http://www.quadraislandtourism.ca/discover/index.html
Surrounded by breathtaking wilderness scenery and blessed with a mild temperate climate Quadra Island is a healthy and vibrant community which to live in or visit.
Visitors have long been attracted to the island for its natural beauty, unlimited recreation and friendly people. Sportfishing has been and remains one of the prime attractions and Quadra Island is also becoming known for its arts community and as one of the premier destinations in British Columbia for adventure recreation and in particular for diving, hiking, mountain biking, sea kayaking and wildlife viewing. The intricate shoreline is ideal for exploration by sea kayak dotted with beaches, sheltered coves, protected channels and islets.
Bikes, canoes, sea kayaks, power boats and scooters can all be rented locally and the local taxi service can help you get where you're going. Guiding outfitters provide diving, hiking, sea kayaking, power boat and sailing tours to destinations throughout the Discovery Islands and mainland inlets.
The rich waters fed by large tidal exchanges nourish abundant marine life and are world reknowned for their diving. An artificial reef, HMCS Columbia, is also a local diving attraction.
Rolling forested hills are criss crossed with over 200 km of hiking trails and mountain bikers have countless backroads and trails to ride. The nearby inlets provide access to the vast Coast Range, one of the world's greatest mountain wilderness areas.
Things to do in Quadra Island
http://www.kayakingtours.com/helpful-information/things-to-do.html
Quadra Island Kayaks: The east coast of Quadra Island has some of the best sea kayaking on the east coast of Vancouver Island and this is a trip not to be missed while visiting Quadra Island.
Aboriginal Journeys: Enjoy whale watching, grizzly bear viewing on Aboriginal lands, breathtaking nature and marine wildlife viewing tours throughout Discovery Passage, Johnstone Strait and the mainland inlet areas.
Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre: At Cape Mudge on the south end of the island and home to the Cape Mudge First Nation. The museum is a well-designed showcase and interpretive centre for the Kwa'Kwa'Ka'Wa'Kw culture. The museum has a potlatch collection, displays on the Hamat'sa ceremony and there's a Carving and Artists Centre. Go south from Quathiaski Cove to the village and follow the signs.
Hiking and Biking
Kay Dubois Trail: It's along the water and mellow but still gives you that good hike feeling. It's a clear and easy trail. It's a little short and challenging for mountain biking
Haskin Farm Trail: Starting at Smith Rd, this is a nice descent to a quiet and fairly secluded area of the beach.
Community Centre Trails: Quite a system of trails in here, but wherever you end up it'll be easy to make it back to where you started, especially since the trails go from West Rd (the Main Rd), to Heriot Bay Rd aka the Back Rd and back. If you have a vehicle parked on one side you could hike back or take the scenic route around and hitch back.
Rebecca Spit: Another one of Quadra's staple hikes, you have to stop in at the spit. This place is definitely appropriate for the whole family, it's not challenging and because it's a peninsula you can always march out to the ocean for a little intertidal zone playtime. There are signs saying no biking on the trail part of the spit. And, it's an amazing place for picnics, views, and storm watching.
Morte Lake Trail: If you're into single-track mountain biking this is the trail where you should end up. It's also a fabulous hike, that'll bring you out to none other than Morte Lake
Chinese Mountains Trail: This is the trail that brings you up to a stellar view of the Rockies on the mainland and the Coast Mountain Range on Vancouver Island. The South peak is a short hike, but steep, and the North peak is longer, but not so steep.
Nugedzi Lake/Mt Seymour: This trail takes you to some very beautiful terrain and then - poof - you're at Nugedzi Lake. A good climb with a great reward.
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Our cabin is beautifully situated on Quadra Island, BC, the largest of the Discovery Islands on the stunning West Coast of Canada. Visitors come in all seasons, drawn by the breathtaking coastal scenery and many recreational opportunities offered by this small group of islands located along the Inside Passage seaway between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia. Come, treat yourself to a comfortable stay in privately tucked away Cabin. Watch seals play and eagles soar from your living room or deck. Hike local trails, beach comb or take a whale-watching tour. Relax in your private hot tub on the deck or curl up with a good book. The options to enjoy are many. The results: Deep relaxation, rejuvenation and reconnection with nature, with a loved one, with yourself. Completed in 2015, the modern 600 sq ft Cabin is privately situated on our 3.6 acre property. Perched some 50 feet above the waters of Unkak Cove, the Cabin offers a stunning panoramic view of the cove, the forest opposite and Grouse Island in Quathiaski Cove. At night, the lights of Campbell River can be seen twinkling in the distance. The Cabin was mindfully designed as a comfortable get-away for two, with one bedroom with queen sized bed, a three piece bath with sensuous rainshower, fully appointed kitchen with dining nook overlooking the cove, and an ample living room boasting a gas fireplace for coziness and ambiance in any season. The deck overlooking the cove is furnished with a bistro set for al fresco dining, lounge chairs and your own private soft shell hot tub. The subtle deck lighting extends your enjoyment of this inviting outdoor living space well into the warm summer evenings. Winter is perhaps the most dramatic season to visit the cabin. Watch the wind-whipped white caps roll up the cove from your cozy living room perch or steamy hot tub on the deck. The winter cove provides a favourite safe haven for a wide variety of sea birds for hours of your bird-watching entertainment. We have provided binoculars for your wildlife watching pleasure from the comfort of your living room or deck. Cell reception is good in the Cabin, although we highly recommend you switch your phone “off” as much as possible to fully benefit from “getting away from it all” in this special, quiet spot among the trees and mossy bluffs above the cove. As your hosts, we will greet you on your arrival, give you the keys, provide you with a short tour of the cabin's amenities, answer any questions, indicate points of interest and show you the supply of brochures and maps provided for your use. If your stay is longer than four nights, we will arrange a time to come and service the hot tub mid-visit. We live on the property and are always available to answer questions or assist in any way. However, our practise is to give you privacy to enjoy your visit as you wish. We will provide detailed directions and travel options directly to you, our guests, as soon as we have your contact details and a confirmed booking.
Elegant, yet comfortable this exceptional home is designed to meet your every vacation need! The wrap around deck extends over the massive rock wall of the beach. The 60 foot dock makes access easy for arrival by private boat or float plane, or just to be picked up by boat by your own fishing guide. 180 degree view of ocean, islands and mountains on Vancouver Island. Two story stone fireplace, library, great room, sun-room, family room and game room. The upper level contains the home office, a private sitting area, en-suite, and spacious master bedroom. The lover level is fully outfitted with top quality gym equipment. Enjoy cooking in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with extras like an espresso machine, juicer and granite counter-tops. Alternatively, enjoy gourmet meals at nearby resorts. April Point is only a short walk away for fine dining or escape to their Spa for an assortment of health and beauty treatments. You can even see the cruise ships sailing by while relaxing on the deck or fishing off the dock!
