Nang Xaldangaas Heritage Site/Conservancy is on the northern tip of Graham Island, directly west of Old Massett and Masset. BC Parks says the Haida Nation has occupied and collected food and materials from Nang Xaldangaas since time immemorial.
The heritage site/conservancy includes Haida villages and seasonal camps, plus a Haida Watchmen camp at George Point, also known as Skaos, in Naden Harbour.
This is a culturally and ecologically rich Haida Gwaii conservancy. BC Parks identifies 32 archaeological sites with recorded cultural values, including culturally modified trees, lithics, pre-contact cultural material, shell midden, plank house remains, human remains, and more.
The protected area also has important habitat for Northern goshawks, marbled murrelets, common murres, waterfowl, shorebirds, Pacific Brant geese, western grebes, long-tailed ducks, cormorants, and great blue herons. The terrestrial component covers 6,897 hectares along about 60 kilometres of Pacific coastline, while the marine foreshore area covers 9,798 hectares with high intertidal values, kelp forest, and estuarine wetland habitat.
Hunt during open seasons where lawful, learn Haida cultural context, observe marine and wetland habitat from appropriate access, watch birds and waterfowl, and photograph respectfully without disturbing archaeological or cultural sites.
This is a remote heritage site/conservancy, not a developed campground or trail park. Confirm access, weather, tides, and local guidance before travel. Carry marine safety gear, navigation, water, and emergency supplies, follow hunting regulations, and avoid disturbing cultural sites, wildlife, eelgrass, wetlands, or foreshore habitats.
