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Advisories
Visitor guidelines
Get park information
Look in this ‘visitor guidelines’ section for general information about Tribune Bay Park. For the latest information, please see the advisories section.
Make a camping reservation
Starting in the 2026 season, reservations for the redesigned frontcountry campground at Tribune Bay Park are available through camping.bcparks.ca.
To see reservable dates and get information on making a booking, go to the frontcountry camping section.
Electrical hook-ups available
Tribune Bay Park offers 24 campsites with electrical hook-ups. If you stay at one of these sites, you must pay for the hook-up, even if you do not use it.
Shop nearby
Downtown Hornby Island is a short walk away from Tribune Bay Park, offering shops and services. Notably, Hornby Island Co-op is close to the park boundary.
Park gate closed daily
Due to public safety and park security concerns, the day-use area gate usually closes daily at 9 pm. The campground gate usually closes at 11 pm.
For up-to-date park gate information, see the top of this page. For the latest safety information, please see the advisories.
Bike safely
Cycling is allowed on park roads and designated bike trails. Watch carefully for signs, to ensure you stay on designated trails. Bike helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
For more information, see our riding responsibly information on the cycling page.
Swim safely
Always swim with others, never alone. Closely supervise young children near the water. Take extra care when the water is especially cold.
Get more detailed information on how to practice water safety in our marine visitor guide.
No campfires
Campfires and beach fires are strictly prohibited anywhere in Tribune Bay Park. Please bring a camping stove for cooking. You are also welcome to bring a propane fire ring for your campsite.
Leave No Trace
Always follow Leave No Trace outdoor ethics. Minimize your impact on plant and animal life and be considerate of other visitors. Dispose of waste properly.
For detailed information on outdoor ethics, visit the Leave No Trace Canada website.
Keep pets leashed
Dogs and other pets are welcome in this park but must be leashed. Dogs are allowed on-leash on the southwest and northeast sections of the beach. The middle section of beach must be kept dog-free. Dogs and other pets are not allowed in cabins.
Please dispose of pet waste responsibly. For more information on pet etiquette see the responsible recreation page.
Keep the park peaceful
Please help us keep Tribune Bay Park peaceful. Show respect for other visitors and the park’s wildlife by keeping noise to a minimum. For more information, see the peace and quiet section of the responsible recreation page.
Smoking and consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited within the day-use area of this park.
No sani-station
There is no sani-station for RVs at Tribune Bay Campground or anywhere on Hornby Island. Please bring water with you. Take your septic waste with you when you leave.
No drones
Operating drones without permission is illegal in BC Parks. In the rare cases when we grant permission, you must keep your drone away from wildlife and other visitors.
No harvesting
Harvesting mushrooms or any other crops is forbidden in all BC Parks. The only exceptions are for Indigenous Peoples and research permit holders.
Review the detailed guides under visit responsibly for more information on staying safe and preserving our natural spaces.
Visit responsibly
Follow these guides to ensure your activities are safe, respectful, and ecologically friendly:
Maps and location
Getting there
Tribune Bay Park is on Hornby Island, two short ferry rides from Vancouver Island. To reach Hornby Island, take the Denman Island Ferry from Buckley Bay, off Highway 19a. Once on the island, simply follow Denman Road to the Hornby Island Ferry terminal.
Another 10-minute ferry ride will put you on Hornby Island. From there, follow the main road to the Hornby Island Co-op four-way stop. Day visitors should turn left, following Central Road to the day-use area entrance. Campers should go straight along Shields Road to the Tribune Bay Campground entrance.
Things to do
Tribune Bay Park includes a walking trail that runs parallel to the beach. The trail connects the day-use area with Tribune Bay Campground and the services available at the local Co-op. For a trail map, see maps and location.
Tribune Bay Park has almost 1 km of fine, white-sand beach leading into the Straight of Georgia’s warm waters. This is an ideal swimming spot.
Always swim with others, never alone. Closely supervise young children near the water. Take extra care when the water is cold.
Get more detailed information on how to practice water safety in our marine visitor guide.
There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.
On a calm day, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding offer great ways to explore are the shoreline of Tribune Bay.
On a calm day, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding offer great ways to explore are the shoreline of Tribune Bay.
Saltwater fishing is limited at Tribune Bay Park. Always check current Fisheries and Oceans Canada regulations before fishing in this park.
Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
Dogs and other pets are welcome in Tribune Bay Park but must be leashed. Dogs are allowed on-leash on the southwest and northeast sections of the beach. The middle section of beach must be kept dog-free. Dogs are not allowed in cabins.
Please dispose of pet waste responsibly. For more information on pet etiquette, see the responsible recreation page.
Cycling is allowed on park roads and designated bike trails in Tribune Bay Park. Watch carefully for signs, to ensure you stay on designated routes. Many visitors to this area enjoy cycling in nearby Mount Geoffrey Escarpment Park, where numerous community bike trails are available.
Bike helmets are mandatory in British Columbia. For more information on safe biking, see the riding responsibly information on our cycling page.
Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples
BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.
Contact
| Reservations, changes, and cancellations | Our call centre is open from 7 am to 7 pm Pacific Time. There is a $5 fee for reservations, changes, or cancellations made by phone.
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| Park operator | This park is operated by Quality Recreation Ltd. |
| General questions and feedback for BC Parks | We answer emails weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm Pacific Time. |
