This park is currently closed due to fire hazard.

Please Note: During a campfire ban, smoking is restricted in all public areas of a park or protected area. Please read this Information Bulletin [PDF].
Harmony Islands Marine Provincial Park
Attention Visitors – Important Notice!
- To help preserve the natural values in this park, please do not discharge sewage in anchorages, but keep sewage contained in holding tanks while at anchor.
About This Park
This park provides safe anchorage, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and fishing. One mile south of the park are the scenic Freil Lake Falls, which tumble down into Hothman Sound from Freil Lake.This park is very popular with boaters and may be congested during long weekends and the summer months. There are no facilities at this park.
The park is situated on the east side of Hotham Island, north of Granville Bay and consists of the southernmost island. The other islands are privately owned and are not a part of the park. Please respect these areas and do not trespass on private property.
Established Date: September 16, 1992
Park Size: 43 hectares hectares (7 hectares of upland and 36 hectares of foreshore)
Stay Safe:
- Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
- There are no developed trails at this park.
Location and Maps
Please note: Any maps listed are for information only – they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation. The park is situated on the east side of Hotham Island, north of Granville Bay and consists of the southernmost island. The other islands are privately owned and are not a part of the park. Please respect these areas and do not trespass on private property. The closest community is Powell River.Maps and Brochures
Any maps listed are for information only – they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.Management Planning
- Management Planning Information
- Approved Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan [PDF 257.39KB] for Harmony Islands Marine Provincial Park is available online in pdf format.
Activities Available at this Park

Canoeing
There are opportunities for canoeing and kayaking in this park. There is no canoe or kayak camping available.

Fishing
There are tidal water fishing opportunities available. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. Rockfish Conservation Areas occur within this park. Fishing activities are limited in Rockfish Conservation Areas. Before you go fishing please refer to the Rockfish Conservation Area descriptions available from Fisheries and Oceans Canada DFO.

Pets on Leash
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.

Scuba Diving
There are SCUBA diving and snorkelling opportunities for self-equipped parties. There are no SCUBA rentals available in the park.

Swimming
There are swimming opportunities at this park. It is ocean swimming with mostly rocky beaches. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
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