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Catala Island Marine Park

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Wilderness camping

Wilderness camping is allowed, but no facilities are provided. There is one wilderness, user-maintained beach camping area on the peninsula at Rolling Roadstead. A pit toilet is located at this location. Other good camping areas can be found in the vicinity of the Twin Islands. Please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics. This park is accessible year-round; there is no winter camping fee.

Winter camping
Wilderness camping is allowed; no facilities are provided. There is one wilderness, user-maintained beach camping area on the peninsula at Rolling Roadstead. A pit toilet is located at this location. Other good camping areas can be found in the vicinity of the Twin Islands. Please practice “ Leave No Trace” camping ethics. This park is accessible year-round; there is no winter camping fee.
Pit or flush toilets
This park has 1 pit toilet, located near the camping area on the peninsula at Rolling Roadstead.
Campfires
While small fires are allowed, we encourage visitors to conserve the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using stoves instead. If you do have a fire, please utilize previously constructed fire rings and use small pieces of wood that will burn completely. If you can’t find a previously used site, try to construct your fire rings below the high tide mark. Never leave your fire unattended and practice “ Leave No Trace” camping ethics.
Swimming
There is ocean swimming. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
Canoeing
There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park for more experienced paddlers. Little Espinosa Inlet on Vancouver Island (located on the road to Fair Harbour from Zeballos) is the nearest put in point for kayakers. Paddlers should be aware of exposed west coast paddling dangers, such as high winds, tidal currents and exposed rocks. Kayakers wishing to explore this remote region can book space for themselves and their kayak aboard the MV Uchuck lll, departing from Gold River and Tahsis. The vessel will unload kayakers into the scenic area of Catala Island en route to its scheduled stop at Kyuquot in Kyuquot Sound.
Fishing

There are opportunities for salt water fishing within this park; species include a variety of salmon and rockfish. Fishing is permitted as per provincial and federal fishing regulations. All anglers should check the current regulations issued by Fisheries and Oceans Canada prior to fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.

Wildlife viewing
Visitors to Catala Island Provincial Marine Park are likely to spot a variety of marine life, including Grey whales, killer whales, seals, sea lions and sea otters, as well as waterfowl, Bald eagles, black bears, wolves and deer.
Pets on leash
Pets/domestic animals must be under control at all times. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
Scuba diving
This area offers excellent cold water scuba diving opportunities. Special features include reefs and sea caves.
Hunting

Portions of this park are open to hunting for specific species. Hunters must have valid licences and tags. Please refer to the current Hunting & Trapping Regulations Synopsis for closures and regulations.