Plan South Texada Island Park with old-road hiking and biking, kayaking, tidal fishing, Anderson Bay anchorage, steep rocky shore access, hunting, and no facilities.
South Texada Island Park is on the southwestern side of Texada Island, with Anderson Bay Park as a separate parcel on the southeastern shore. BC Parks says South Texada has many old roads suitable for mountain biking and hiking, plus opportunities for fishing and kayaking.
There are no camping facilities or other services in the park.
Why Visit South Texada Island Park
South Texada is a rough, low-service island park for visitors who can plan around difficult shoreline access. BC Parks notes that the park’s steep, rocky shoreline makes access by boat very difficult.
Anderson Bay Park provides the more sheltered marine opportunity. BC Parks describes well-protected anchorage from all directions except southeast, with a small island and peninsula included in the park while the head of the bay remains private land.
Wildlife and shoreline values are part of the appeal, with black-tailed deer, birds, and intertidal life noted by BC Parks.
Things To Do
Hike old roads, mountain bike where route conditions allow, kayak or canoe with careful marine planning, fish tidal waters with the proper licence, observe intertidal life without disturbance, and hunt during open seasons under provincial regulations.
Planning Notes
No facilities are provided. Pets must be leashed and kept out of beach areas and buildings, and backcountry areas are not suitable for pets because of wildlife concerns. Check marine weather, tide, anchorage, private-land boundaries, hunting rules, and fishing regulations before travelling. Do not assume easy boat landings along the steep rocky shore. Carry water and emergency gear.