Park overview
Walsh Cove Provincial Park is located west of Gorges Islands, on the east side of West Redonda Island. This area provides a safe and scenic anchorage and has opportunities for diving, kayaking, swimming and fishing.
There are no facilities at this park and no development of this park is planned, according to the 1993 Management Plan.
Advisories
Safety info
General Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)
Activities
There is marine saltwater fishing for Rock fish, Ling cod and Salmon. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
There are no wildlife viewing platforms; however, there are excellent coastal marine viewscapes throughout the park.
Pets/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. Domestic animals must be on a leash at all times.
Maps and location
Located on the east side of West Redonda Island on the Waddington Channel, north of Desolation Sound.
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Park details
- Date established: August 10, 1989
- Size: 85 hectares
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.