Activities and experiences

Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

With urban centers close by, the Gulf Islands are an easily accessible natural oasis. Sail or paddle a kayak on sheltered waterways through a scenic maze of islands thriving with wildlife from seabirds to whales. Explore the reserve’s 15 islands amid history and wilderness chiming with songbirds, hiking to mountaintop views of snowy ranges.

25% off camping and overnight stays

The Canada Strong Pass is back! Enjoy discounted camping and overnight stays with Parks Canada from:

  • December 12, 2025 to January 15, 2026 
  • June 19 to September 7, 2026

Hiking

Stretch your winter legs by exploring some of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve’s 13 designated trails.

Staff favourites

Visit our Staff Favourites page for inspiration planning your next trip to Gulf Islands National Park Reserve.

Wildlife Viewing

Check out the best places to see wildlife - including shore based whale watching!

Camping and overnight accommodations

Back-country camping Backcountry camping
Camping Camping
Camping Group camping
Boat tie-up Mooring
Camping Tent and RV camping

Things to do

Sailboating Boating
Camping Camping
Bicycles Cycling
Picnic area Fruit picking
Fishing Fishing
Geocaching Geocaching
Hiking Hiking
Kayaking Kayaking
Picnic area Picnicking
Interpretation Local guides and outfitters
Interpretation Tours and programs
Lookout Red chairs
Hiking Staff favourites
Swimming Swimming
Wildlife viewing Wildlife viewing
Interpretation Volunteering
Interpretation Xplorers

Services and amenities

Beaches Beaches
Dogs on leash Dogs on leash
Docking
Camping Camping
Interpretation Interpretation
Lookout Lookout
Toilet Outhouses
Parking Parking
Picnic area Picnic area
Picnic Shelter Picnic shelter
Toilet Restrooms
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