Plan Jackson Narrows Marine Park south of Prince Rupert with boat-only access, small-boat anchorage, kayaking, salmon fishing, diving, and high-slack navigation.
Jackson Narrows Marine Park is a boat-only marine park 236 kilometres south of Prince Rupert, at the east end of Jackson Passage where it meets Mathieson Channel. BC Parks describes an attractive little bay for small boats, with anchorage, fishing, and diving.
The park has a small beach but no facilities.
Why Visit Jackson Narrows Marine Park
Jackson Narrows Marine Park is for experienced boaters moving through the Central Coast. The setting offers a sheltered-feeling bay, scuba diving, salmon and rockfish fishing nearby, and sea kayaking for parties capable of handling lengthy access.
BC Parks strongly flags navigation. The passage is narrow at the east end, with rocks and drying reefs, and should be navigated only at high slack. Canadian Hydrographic Charts 3734 and 3711 are referenced for the area, and supplies are available at Klemtu to the west on Swindle Island. Bella Coola is the nearest community with road access.
The park also has cultural and natural context. BC Parks notes that it is in traditional First Nations territory and that the waters near the park support marine wildlife and intertidal life that visitors should observe without disturbing.
Things To Do
Plan around boat anchorage, small-boat touring, experienced sea kayaking, canoe exploration after motorboat access, salmon and rockfish fishing where regulations allow, scuba diving, beach stops, and careful intertidal observation.
Planning Notes
Navigate only at high slack because of rocks and drying reefs. Bring drinking water and all supplies. There are no facilities, and backcountry areas are not suitable for pets because of wildlife issues.