Plan Simson Park on South Thormanby Island with boat-only access, forest trails, wilderness camping, rocky beaches, swimming, fishing, and no facilities.
Simson Park occupies part of South Thormanby Island in the Strait of Georgia, northwest of Sechelt. BC Parks says the island is one of the Thormanby Islands, separated from the Sunshine Coast by Welcome Passage, and the park is accessible only by private boat or marine charter.
There are no docking or mooring facilities and no developed facilities in the park.
Why Visit Simson Park
Simson is a small, rustic marine park for boaters seeking quiet island time. The upland contains open forest, Douglas fir, arbutus, and trails, while the shoreline alternates between rocky beaches and coves.
BC Parks notes that the upland trails are remnants of an old farm road network. The park offers wilderness camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, and wildlife viewing, with several pocket beaches where visitors can come ashore when conditions allow.
The park also protects cultural history: it was originally part of a 1910 Crown grant and was later donated by Gordon Simson in memory of his family.
Things To Do
Arrive by private boat, explore the forest trails, camp in a wilderness setting, swim without lifeguards, fish with the proper licence, watch for marine and shoreline wildlife, and picnic on suitable beaches.
Planning Notes
Bring all drinking water, food, sanitation supplies, and safety gear. There are no toilets, no garbage facilities, no designated campsites, no moorage, and no boat launch. BC Parks identifies the point at the park’s southern tip as the easiest beach landing. Check marine weather, tides, and anchoring options, and pack out everything.