What is Quadra Island known for?
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.
Are there bears and cougars on Quadra Island?
Cougars are occassionally sighted, perhaps several times a year and black bears also from time to time. But they generally keep to themselves and like the wolves shy away from interacting with people. The best source of information and advice is the BC Ministry of Environment.
How long does it take to drive across Quadra Island?
About Quadra Island It takes one hour to drive north to south across the island. There are 2,700 year-round residents; the population hits 6,000 in summer.
Where can I camp off the grid in BC?
No-Fee Camping Across BC
- #1 – Apple Point Rec Site.
- #2 – Amor Lake Rec Site.
- #3 – Augier Lake Rec Site.
- #4 – Batnuni Lake East Rec Site.
- #5 – Begbie Falls Rec Site.
- #6 – Big O.K.
- #7 – Bootjack Lake Rec Site.
- #8 – Bonanza Lake Rec Sites.
What amenities are on Quadra Island?
The area is blessed with stunning natural beauty, beaches, parks, wildlife and endless adventure-recreation opportunities. Quathiaski Cove is the main port of arrival for the ferry from Campbell River, and is the commercial and cultural hub of the island.
Who discovered Quadra Island?
History. The island was claimed by the Peruvian Spanish navigator Juan Francisco de la Bodega y Quadra for the Spanish Empire in the 1700s.
Are there grizzly bears on Quadra Island?
Further off the Island in the deep wilderness of the Coast Range mountains opportunities exist to view grizzly bears (there are no grizzlies on Quadra Island!), passing orcas, dolphins, grey and humpback whales.
Is there cell service on Quadra Island?
“The new site brings dramatically increased cellular service throughout the Heriot Bay area, the ferry route between Quadra and Cortes Islands, and surrounding waterways to Read Island,” a spokesperson for Telus told the Bird’s Eye.
Do people live on Quadra Island?
Today, Quadra Island is home to a lively close-knit community of 2,700 people from all walks of life and all parts of the world. The We Wai Kai band of the indigenous Laichwiltach People, (Kwakwak’awakw First Nation) reside at Cape Mudge (Yaculta).
Is Quadra Island a Gulf island?
BCGNIS further notes that Quadra Island is increasingly described as the “northernmost of the Gulf Islands”.