A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Park Info
Sargeant Bay was set aside to preserve the splendid areas of ocean beaches, rocky headlands, lagoons and heavily forested uplands. The beach at this day-use area is excellent for walking and nature viewing.
This park is a day-use picnicking area only; no camping is permitted. This park also features a safe anchorage and hiking trails around Triangle Lake and Colvin Creek.
Special Features: There is a wetland, adjacent to the beach area.
Beaver Pond and Colvin Lake are special features of this park. A salmon bearing creek runs through the park. There is a fish ladder allowing fish access to Colvin Lake and Colvin Creek.
Located 8.2 km from Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast. Turn off Hwy 101 onto Redroofs Road.
Nature & Culture
Conservation - The diverse habitats of the park include beach, lake, marsh and forest, and support a variety of bird species. The park also contains a small lake and fish ladder/ salmon enhancement project.
Wildlife - This park is a good bird watching area and the uplands area of the park is crisscrossed with deer trails.
Canoes and kayaks are welcome at this park. Rentals are available nearby at Halfmooon Bay.
Cycling
Cycling is permitted on the main trail from the 101 Hwy to Sargeants Bay. This connects to the Trout Lake Hiking and Mountain Bike trails. Cycling is permitted on roads within the park. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Fishing
Excellent saltwater/ocean fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Hiking
Colvin Creek trail easy hiking and approximately 1 kilometre. Sargeants Bay trail is along beach front to the fish ladder and is approximately 300 metres in length.
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.
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.
Swimming
There is cold ocean swimming available. The beach is grassy and cobble. There is no roped off swimming area. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
Wildlife Viewing
Exellent wildlife viewing for marine wildlife and water fowl in wetland behind beach burm. There is also a fish ladder and beaver dam.
Windsurfing
Windsurfing opportunities exist in this park.
Facilities Available At This Park
Picnic Areas
This park has a day-use/picnic area. There is a grassy area and a cobble beach with beach logs. Access is still available to the day-use area if the gate is locked. Pit toilets are available.
Pit or Flush Toilets
This park only has pit toilets - no flush toilets.
Wheelchair Access
There is a wheelchair accessible pit toilet in the day-use area.
