Ministry of Environment - Simson Marine Provincial Park

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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.

Park Info:

This park is a dry island in Georgia Strait and has a rocky coastline and small bays. The forested upland and pebble beach are backed by impressive Spyglass Hill. While exploring the island you can view the old homestead rock walls and orchards. Simson Park is accessible by boat only, has limited anchorage for large boats and there are no facilities in the park.
Special Features: There is a wetland area with a beaver pond that is easily accessed from Farm Bay.

Park Size: 461 hectares

Special Notes:

Management Planning:

Management Planning Information

The approved Master Plan is available in pdf format.

Location:

Location Map

Located on South Thormanby Island close to Halfmoon Bay on the Sunshine Coast. Access is by boat only from Halfmoon Bay.

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 park is named after the family of Vancouver pioneer Calvert Simson, whose family donated the land.

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.

No camping at this park.

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	No vehicle accessible camping facilities at this park.
	There are no wilderness/walk-in facilities in the park. The park is open year round when accessible.
	No group campsites.
	No day-use or picnic facilities.
	There are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
	Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.
	No toilets.
	No showers.
	No sani-station/dump facilities.
	No campfires are allowed in this park.
	There are no electrical hook-ups in this park
	There are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at this park.
	There are no developed hiking trails, however there are old skidder roads that criss cross the park. Care must be taken as these are not marked. Please Respect Private Property.
	This park does not have a playground.
	Ocean swimming available. The beaches are rocky, gravel and cobbles with barnacles. All the bays have a south, southeast exposure and are subject to Small Craft Warnings. Take care as there is little protection from the winds and waves. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
	There is some good canoeing and kayaking when weather permits. Paddlers can access paddle-in sites. There are rentals available at Halfmoon Bay and Sechelt. Please respect private property. Charts and 1:50,000 Topo Maps: ...# 3512 Strait of Georgia Central Portion ...# 3535 Plans Malaspina Strait including Welcome Passage, ...Secret Cove & Smuggler Cove, Pender Harbour Topo Maps: ... Sechelt Inlet 92G12 & Sechelt 92G5
	This park does not have a boat launch. Boats can be left in the water or beached overnight. However extreme caution must be used as all the bays have a south, southeast exposure with no protection from southeast storms. All the bays are small, with steep sided rock faces making anchoring difficult. Monitoring of Coast Guard weather channel is highly recommended. There are also difficulties landing kayaks and small boats in rough weather, as all the beaches are rocky or cobble with variously submerged rocks. There are marinas available nearby to moor boats.
	Saltwater/ocean fishing. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
	Cycling is not permitted.
	No horseback riding.
	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.
	No wildlife viewing opportunities.
	No winter recreation opportunities.
	No SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities.
	No windsurfing opportunities.
	No waterskiing opportunities.
	Hunting is permitted only during lawful game hunting season. Check with Hunting and Trapping Synopsis for regulations.
	No climbing or rock climbing opportunities.
	No spelunking or caving opportunities.
	No cabins, yurts or lodges for public use.