Halkett Bay Xwáŵchayay
South Coast Mainland
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| Paddling Area: | Howe Sound |
| Coordinates: | 49.45475, -123.3270333 |
| Site Type: | Campsite primary |
| Tent Sites: | 3 |
| Site Access: | Sea, trail |
| Marine Trail: | Sea to Sky Marine Trail |
| Last Update: | 05/01/2023 |
Landing Comments:
On W shore 200 m before head of protected bay. Low water access on E side of rock islet. Beach of sand, gravel pebble beside dock at high water, gravel, cobble to 100 mm S of creek. Some mud, mixed rocks at low water. S aspect. Avoid park float which is not adjacent to sites.
Camp Comments:
Developed sites in semi-open meadow with sword ferns, grass. Pit toilet. Some picnic tables. No fires. Some sites muddy in wet weather. Camping fees apply year-round. May pre-pay permit via Internet, but no reservable sites. Fee $5.00 per person per night (2023) via BC Parks Backcountry Registration System.
Other Comments:
Water possible at seasonal creek. Hiking trails. Dinghy dock, anchorage. Squamish (Coast Salish) name Xwáŵchayay. See Halkett Bay Provincial Marine Park