Gooding Cove Recreation Site
About this site
Now managed in Partnership with the 4 Wheel Drive Association of BC, Gooding Cove Recreation Site is a remote access rec site on the west coast of Vancouver Island. It is truly one of the rare gems of the North Island, hosting a beautiful sand beach and freshwater on site, this is a location not to be missed during your exploration of the area. This remote and rustic site is accessed via the community of Port Alice. Users should be prepared for unmaintained industrial roads, logging traffic, flash flooding, and be fully equipped for self-rescue in the event of an emergency. A reminder to all users: driving on intertidal areas (any area which is below the highest water mark, ie the beach) is an offence under the Federal Fisheries Act and could result in charges by the DFO. Observe, Record, Report: 1-800-465-4336 Additional Info: Gooding Cove Recreation Site is a remote, first‑come, first‑served recreation site on the west coast of Vancouver Island, near the mouth of Quatsino Sound. It is accessed by logging roads or by boat and features a pristine beach and freshwater access. The site is suitable for self‑reliant users prepared for rough, unmaintained roads and limited services.
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
- Boat-in access
Amenities
- Pet Friendly
- Fire Rings
Contact
Location
50.398032, -127.952118
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