Park overview
Rendezvous Island South Park is part of the BC Marine Trail Association network – a series of campsites, resting areas and safe havens designed and cared for by recreational boaters and paddlers. Once connected, this marine trail will extend from Vancouver to Prince Rupert and down into Puget Sound.
This undeveloped pristine wilderness park is a west coast paradise in the heart of the Discovery Islands. Rendezvous Island South Park comprises the entire southernmost island in the Rendezvous Island group, which consists of North Rendezvous Island, Middle Rendezvous Island and Rendezvous Island South.
Surrounded by virgin old-growth temperate rain forests and abundant wildlife, the Rendezvous Islands enjoy spectacular views of stunning fjords, including Bute Inlet and Toba Inlet, with the magnificent Coast Mountains in the background.
The Rendezvous Islands are set amongst some of the finest salmon fishing waters in B.C., and offer adventurers excellent sport fishing. This parks also offers opportunities for boating, hiking, diving, sea kayaking and wildlife viewing .
Advisories
Camping
There are no designated campsites at this park, however random wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided and there is no fee. This park is accessible year-round. Please practice Leave No Trace camping ethics.
There are no designated campsites at this park, however random wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided and there is no fee. This park is accessible year-round. Please practice Leave No Trace camping ethics.
Activities
There is no designated swimming area at this park.
There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.
Paddling around the beautiful Discovery Islands is a very popular activity. Numerous commercial companies in nearby communities offer rentals and kayak tours. There are eco tourism adventure lodges in the area as well.
The Rendezvous Islands are set amongst some of the finest salmon fishing waters in BC. 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 in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
Rendezvous Island is situated between the north end of Read and Cortes Islands in Calm Channel off the east coast of central Vancouver Island. This park is accessible by boat only. Boaters can reference marine chart #3539 and #3541 for more information on this area. The closest communities are Quadra Island, Cortes Island and Campbell River.
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Park details
- Date established: July 28, 1997
- Size: 164 hectares (113 ha upland and 51 ha foreshore)
Nature and culture
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.