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East Side Seaside Provincial Park Adventures

East Side Seaside Provincial Park offers rugged coastal landscapes and abundant marine-influenced ecosystems along the eastern shore of the Discovery Islands, providing excellent opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing.

5,000
Acres Protected
8
Miles of Trails
5,000
Annual Visitors
1995
Year Established

About East Side Seaside Provincial Park

 

East Side Seaside Provincial Park is located on the eastern shores of the Discovery Islands archipelago in British Columbia, Canada. Covering a stretch of rugged coastline, the park protects a remote and largely undeveloped area characterized by steep rocky headlands, sheltered coves, and coastal temperate rainforest. The park's landscapes include mixed conifer forests, salt marshes, and offshore islets that support diverse marine and terrestrial habitats. It plays an important role in preserving habitat for coastal wildlife such as bald eagles, harbor seals, sea otters, and a variety of seabirds and shorebirds. Visitors to East Side Seaside Provincial Park often explore by kayak to access secluded beaches and intertidal zones, enjoy hiking along informal trails that provide glimpses of the surrounding islands and ocean, or fish in the productive waters nearby. The park has cultural significance for local Indigenous peoples who have traditionally harvested marine resources in the area. Due to its remote location, East Side Seaside Provincial Park draws outdoor enthusiasts seeking tranquility, natural scenery, and wildlife encounters. Campers find primitive sites along the coast while paddlers can launch from nearby communities. The combination of rugged coastal scenery, rich biodiversity, and quiet setting makes East Side Seaside Provincial Park a unique destination for experiencing British Columbia's coastal wilderness.

Highlights

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Remote coastal beaches with tide pools and marine wildlife

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Opportunities to spot bald eagles and harbor seals

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Scenic kayaking routes along protected inlets and islands

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Secluded primitive campsites with ocean views

Notable Natural Features

East Side Coastal Trail

A lightly developed trail offering panoramic views of the surrounding islands and coastal forest.

Marine Intertidal Zones

Rich tide pools along the shoreline hosting diverse marine life such as sea stars, anemones, and crabs.

Primitive Coastal Campsites

Several undeveloped campsites located near calm coves, offering a quiet, off-the-grid camping experience.