We have been camping there for five years great spot but they need better maintenance! The men's…read morebathrooms are like prison cans. They don't maintain the grounds.

The scenery is STUNNING, but there was a weird vibe with the office staff and some of the annual…read moreguests clearly think they're "locals" aka strong sense of entitlement. I am happy to have finally camped here, and equally happy to cross it off my list in search of more friendlier trails. Much love to all.

Took a trip out to the island to attend a foraging event put on by the university and we found this…read morelittle gem which is only a 10 min drive away from the Marine field station. Bev is the owner and she is very kind! She rents out the separate suite in the lower half of her beautiful home. There are two bedroom - one with a queen size bed and the second with two single beds. There is a full sized bathroom and a nice living room with a gas fireplace for those chilly night. The couch pulls out into a queen bed as well so you can easily sleep 6 people in this suite. It looks our onto the beautiful Strait of Georgia - we honestly were sad to leave! There is a fully stocked kitchen all you have to do is bring your own food and drink and you can relax and have a great time! We plan on brining our kids next time and staying to enjoy the beautiful view some more. Bev was kind enough to offer a bottle of white wine which was nice after our long day out on the beach foraging for shellfish. This place is a gem for sure and we would recommend it to anyone looking to get away and stay on the island.

From the owner: Oceanside Haven is a private, quiet place to stay with all of the comforts of home and…read morebreath-taking views across the Strait of Georgia. Centrally located on Vancouver Island, this two bedroom oceanfront vacation suite is the perfect accommodation for your romantic getaway, wedding, honeymoon, family vacation or anniversary.There are many Golf Courses nearby as well as Fishing, Scuba Diving and Kayaking (for more fun local attractions, see our Vancouver Island Activities page). If you feel like exploring, you can visit Horne Lake Caves, take a leisurely walk on our beach and explore the tide pools brimming with life, watch the Eagles soaring in the sky above, the Blue Herons catching their fish and the Seals and Sea Lions playing in the Pacific Ocean.

just spent a week at Denham Bay Resort and had an absolutely fantastic time! The remoteness of the…read morelocation provided the ideal setting to unwind and escape the stresses of our busy world. The accomodations were very comfortable and well-kept, and our hosts, Claudia and Joe, made us feel very welcome. we caught lots of fish, saw dolphins, sea lions, seals, sea otters, and innumerable seabirds., and everyone in our group - kids, adolescents, adults, and our dogs - enjoyed themselves immensely! Five stars , for sure, plus an extra star for that once-in-a-lifetime experience!!!

From the owner: Denham Bay is a small,summer wilderness resort with four vacation cabins for rent…read more It is an ideal destination for B.C. salmon fishing, sea kayaking tours, wilderness hiking and much more! Located on the mainland, just east of Frederick's Arm Here on northern Vancouver Island, you'll find many of the world-famous Discovery Islands. Stuart Island, Sonora, Dent Island and East & West Thurlow are all close to Denham Bay. Our comfortable, well-appointed cabins are suitable for both individuals and groups. Cabin features include a three-piece bathroom and panoramic deck. A fully equipped open kitchen offers magnificent views while you prepare culinary delights. You are invited to bring your own food to suit your culinary needs.

This is an amazing location for a quiet get away. Wonderful nature experience and a cozy well…read moreequipped cottage.

Located near Dent Island and across the bay from Stuart Island (Big Bay) - Morgan's Landing is a…read morewonderful wilderness retreat. Jode is the consumate hostess and baker - she made our time at Morgan's Landing memorable and an absolute joy. We arrived at Morgan's Landing for moorage as we wanted to experience desert at the resort on Dent - yet the experiences we had at Morgan's Landing were much more entertaining and lasting. The dock moorage came complete with friendly service and a resident bird that enjoyed socializing with resort-goers. The bird even flew into our boat for a bit - we didn't try to shoo him away (he was too cute for that) and even got a couple photos of the little guy. A huge thank you to Jode for making our time at Morgan's Landing a highlight of our gunkholing in Desolation Sound!

We have been at the dock for two visits this season and loved it, the eagle Henrietta feeding and…read moreflying around, the large deck on the lodge, the views of the area are all fantastic. Highly recommend for a quiet stay. You can dinghy to Dent Lodge if you want to have a cocktail or dinner, but the hospitality at Morgan's is great. Bob took us out for a fishing trip and we learned a lot and caught a great King Salmon. We will definitely return.

We stayed at Strongwater our very first night in British Colombia after a long day of driving and…read moreferrying from the Vancouver airport. This place has so much charm and character. First, let me say that leading up to our visit, my communications with the owner/operator were pretty lax and informal. I didn't get an official confirmation of my booking other than an informal back and forth inquiry email that later served as my confirmation. This same relaxed feel continued when we arrived. The property has 11 campsites and 7 cabins. We booked a cabin, which was very reasonably priced. When we arrived, we made our way up some stairs to the "office" having to side step at least six or seven chickens that were just hanging out on the stairs. Hilarious. There was a note on the door that said check-in at the Skookumbus (an old painted bus that serves as a little roadside food stand - cute!). There we found Cheyenne and a few friends and family all hanging out around a picnic table. She was very friendly (and as expected extremely casual and informal). We made our way to our cabin encountering all manner of farm animals - chickens, roosters and baby ducklings - cute! Once we saw our little cabin we fell in love! We were in No. 4 (see map), which was one of the most secluded. I will say that none of the sites (both campgrounds and cabins) are particularly secluded and a few of them are pretty much right on top of others. I think the understanding, though, is if you're staying here, you're doing it for the charm, the price-point and the community feel of it all, which Strongwater has in spades. We had a restful night sleep in our adorable little cabin, though the described King Bed was just two twin beds pushed together. There were a few moments of being stuck in the crack, but otherwise we stayed warm and really enjoyed the whole feel of it. Checkout was, once again, extremely informal. We approached Cheyenne the night before we were scheduled to leave (as we were getting up really early the next morning) and found her around a campfire up at the Skookumbus hanging out with family and friends (pretty much right where we left her, haha!). I essentially just handed her the cash for the room, which she then directed at some other responsible person in the circle that I hadn't previously met. We thanked everyone for the great time and that was it. Even though we were there for less than 24 hours, we really enjoyed our stay. Personally, I would have liked a bit more of an organized structure to the payment system and the check-in and check-out process, as well as a little less nonchalance towards their guests, but it didn't bother me too much! I just interpreted it as that laid back B.C. vibe. Definitely put this on your B.C. checklist!

If you are coming to visit or surf Skookumchuck - THIS IS THE PLACE TO BE!! Beautiful campground!…read moreWonderful people! And a location that is outstanding! An unforgettable vacation with Strongwater Campground being at the center of it.