Ministry of Environment - Rebecca Spit Marine Provincial Park

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Park Info:

Rebecca Spit Marine Provincial Park – a narrow hook of land on the east side of Quadra Island – is an excellent area for beach exploration and picnicking. Sandy beaches line both sides of the 2-km spit at this popular day-use park overlooking sheltered Drew Harbour, a favorite anchorage for boaters.

Walking trails lead along both sides of Rebecca Spit and offer ample opportunities for exploring the beach, which contains a high concentration of driftwood. Swimming, fishing and kayaking are all popular activities at Rebecca Spit’s large picnic area. Facilities include picnic tables overlooking the beach, a grass playing field, wheelchair accessible pit toilets and fresh water.

Special Features: The more than 2 km sand spit is a unique natural feature. The eastern shoreline at Rebecca Spit is also known for its high accumulations of driftwood.

Park Size: 177 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

The approved Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan is available in pdf format.

Location:

Location Map

Rebecca Spit is located on the east side of Quadra Island at Drew Harbour. Visitors can reach Quadra Island via BC Ferry service from Campbell River on central Vancouver Island. From the ferry terminal, follow signs to the Cortes Island Ferry and the park. The closest communities are Quadra Island and Campbell River.

Map/Brochure:

Any maps listed are for information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be used for navigation.

Nature & Culture:

History - This area named for early Spanish Navigators who explored this coast in 1792.
Conservation - The park consists of open uplands interspersed with stands of mostly second-growth trees, shrubs and grasses. An unusually high concentration of driftwood accumulates on the sandy spit at this park.

Visitor Safety:

Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)

Reservations:For parks that accept reservations, all vehicle accessible campsites (with the exception of
group sites) must be reserved through Discover Camping. Camping is not permitted at this park.

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Contact Information:

R.L.C. Enterprize Ltd.
E-mail address: office@rlcenterprize.com
Phone: (250) 474-1336

	There are no vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park. Camping is available at the private We Wai Kai Campsite, adjacent to the park.
	Wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping is not permitted at this park.
	There are no group campsites at this park.
	This park has a large day-use/picnic area located on the sandy beach. Picnic tables run along the spit. Other facilities include pit toilets (2 are wheelchair accessible), fresh water, a grass playing field and information shelters.
	Two pit toilets, located in the main central parking lot, are wheelchair accessible
	There is one cold water hand pump, located near the entrance to the park.
	Pit toilets are located throughout the park.
	No showers.
	No sani-station/dump facilities.
	Campfires are not permitted at this park.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park.
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	A short, easy trail leads around the perimeter of the spit. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure.
	This park does not have a playground.
	There is no designated swimming area at this park however swimming at the sandy spit is very popular. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
	There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park. Paddlers can set in at the boat launch and enjoy a scenic paddle around the bay.
	There is a boat launch at this park, located on the west side of the spit near the park entrance. The waters around Rebecca Spit are popular with boaters. Sheltered deep anchorage is available in Drew Harbour on the west side of the spit. Sewage discharge in the Harbour is prohibited.
	Ocean 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.
	Bicycles must keep to roadways and are not permitted on the trail around the spit. This rule is strictly enforced and is a ticketable offence under the Park Act. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
	No horseback riding.
	Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash and under control at all times and are not allowed in beach areas. 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.
	No wildlife viewing opportunities.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	The waters around Quadra Island are considered to be excellent for cold water scuba diving. Dive tours can be arranged through commercial companies on Quadra Island, Campbell River and the Comox Valley.
	There are opportunities for windsurfing at this park.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	No hunting in the park.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.