Parks | Trails | Sandy Beaches
Saltspring Island, Gulf Islands, British Columbia, Canada

	Centennial Park. A popular location for relaxing, lunches, sightseeing and outdoor events. The park is the home to a Saturday farmers market, art shows and festivals. The park is also within walking distance of the many shops and boutiques located in Ganges Village. [ more information ]
	Mount Maxwell. The park stretches 231 hectares from the top of Mount Maxwell across to Burgoyne Bay and including Mount Bruce. The park was established to protect the 3000 year old First Nation middens, an ecological reserve and a Garry Oak eco system. Popular for amazing views, picnics and hiking. [ more information ]
	Ruckle Park. It is over 480 hectares in size and includes a waterfront that stretches out along the coastline for over 7 kilometres. The rocky coastline extends from the heritage farm all the way to Yeo Point. Some of the more popular activities include hiking, camping, birdwatching, picnicking, swimming, ocean kayaking, fishing, wind surfing, on-leash dog walking and scuba diving. [ more information ]
	St. Mary Lake. Some of the activities enjoyed on the lake include canoeing, kayaking, boating, birdwatching and swimming. In the community park swimming, picnicking and sightseeing are enjoyed during the sunshine months. [ more information ]
	Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. A marine park protecting the sensitive eco systems in the southern Gulf Islands Archipelago. The archipelago covers 35 square kilometres of land including 15 islands and 30 islets plus 26 square kilometres of ocean. It is popular for kayaking, camping, fishing, sailing, boating and scuba diving. [ more information ]

Arbutus Beach. Flat rock beach great for exploring tidal pools at low tide. Access from the end of Arbutus Road.
Beddis Beach. Enjoy swimming and beachcombing on crushed shell beach. Access is located near the end of Beddis Road.
Cape Keppel. Hiking trails leading to a point on the southern tip of Saltspring Island. Accessed from Mt. Tuam Road. Cape Keppel is partially an ecological reserve and private land.
Cusheon Lake. A popular lake destination for swimming, fishing and boating. Accessed via Cusheon Lake Road or from Stewart Road .
Drummond Park. A waterfront park with a children's playground, beach access, and a picnic area. Drummond Park is located on Isabella Point Road.
Hope Hill. A moderate hiking trail leading to a lookout. The summit elevation of the hike is measured at 762 m. (2300 ft) above sea level. Hope Hill is located off of Musgrave Rd.
Mouat Park. A popular community park near Ganges Village. There are picnic tables, walking trails and grass lawns. Mouat Park is located near Ganges Village off of Rainbow Road. Frisbee Golf Course on location.
Mount Bruce. Hiking trail leading to viewpoint. Summit of Mount Bruce is 701 m (2300 ft). Hike uphill exploring forests to a summit viewpoint. Mount Bruce is located on Musgrave Road.
Mount Tuam. Hiking Trail to the summit of Mount Tuam at an elevation of 609 m. (2000 ft). The hike to Mount Taum is often filled with wildlife viewing. Mount Tuam is located off of Musgrave Road.
Stowell Lake. Enjoy swimming, canoeing, and fishing. A great spot for a picnic under the trees. Stowell Lake is located at the south end of Salt Spring off of Beaver Lake Road.
Southey Point. Beach access with marine views located on the northern tip of the Saltspring Island. Southey Point is a private retreat busy with marine wildlife and activity. Southey Point is located on Arbutus Rd . Further up the road is the trailhead to the Southey Point Trail
Walter Hook Pier and Fernwood Point. Great beach and mud flats to explore at low tides. There is a long pier with great views. Good beachcombing for marine life. Located on Walter Hook Road at the long pier.
Weston Lake. Enjoy swimming, canoeing, and fishing. There is a picnic area. Weston Lake is located on Beaver Lake Road.

Neighbouring Island Parks & Trails

Vancouver Island
Cowichan Valley < West < Saltspring Island > South > Sidney | Victoria

Gulf Islands
Galiano Isl. | Mayne Isl. < East < Saltspring Island > South > Pender Isl.


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