Nahwitti River

Vancouver Island
Paddling Area:Goletas Channel
Coordinates:50.8591379, -128.0073868
Site Type:Dispersed site secondary
Tent Sites:10 +
Site Access:Sea, trail
Marine Trail:Cape Scott Marine Trail
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Landing Comments:

Land at river mouth at W side of bay on sand beaches with N aspect. Subject to surf in high swell conditions, more so on E’erly shores.

Camp Comments:

Dispersed camping permitted. Camp on beach or in upland near river mouth. Pit toilet. Bear cache, toilet, tent pads at separate North Coast hiking trail. Camping fees apply 1 May to 30 September. Either pre-pay permit via Internet or at San Josef Bay trailhead, but no reservable sites.

Other Comments:

May paddle up river. Drinking water at river above tidal zone. On N Coast hiking Trail. Cabin ruins. See: Cape Scott Provincial Park

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