Union Passage Marine Park

Park overview

Union Passage Marine Park provides a large and placid body of tidal water where boaters will find numerous peaceful anchorages and beaches. It also provides a safe and scenic anchorage for boaters travelling along the Inside Passage.

Advisories

Safety info

Union Passage is reached using narrow entrances to the northeast or southwest. These passages are swept by powerful currents and should be entered cautiously.

Camping

Marine-accessible camping

Wilderness camping are allowed, but no facilities are provided. Marine-access only.

Facilities

Campfires

No firewood or fire rings are available. If you must make a fire, please keep it minimal. Before you leave, make sure the campfire is extinguished and spread the ashes and rocks about.

Activities

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Canoeing

Kayaking can be enjoyed in this area, with landing beaches available. Wilderness and backcountry camping is allowed. Kayaks are available for rent in Prince Rupert and in Kitimat.

Fishing

Excellent tidal water fishing opportunities for salmon and groundfish. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. Fishing licences are available for purchase in Kitimat and Prince Rupert. Please refer to current fishing regulations.

Pets on leash

Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. 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

There are opportunities for scuba diving in this marine park.

Hunting

Hunting is permitted in the park during lawful hunting season. Please check the BC Hunting and Trapping Regulations for more information.

Union Passage Marine Park is located at the southern end of Grenville Channel, between Pitt and Farrant Islands. The closest communities are Hartley Bay (12 km), Kitimat (90 km), Port Edward (105 km) and Prince Rupert (120 km). Only accessible by boat or floatplane. For reference, use marine charts #3945 (Approaches to Douglas Channel), #3946 (Grenville Channel) or #3742 (Otter Passage to McKay Reach).

Park and activity maps

Park Map [PDF]

Learn more about this park

Park details

Date established: June 14, 1993
Size: 1,444 hectares (1,014 ha upland and 430 ha foreshore)

Nature and culture

History: Established as a class A park, June 14, 1993.

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.