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Park
Info:
There are no swaying palm trees to shade sunbathers, but
Tribune Bay on Hornby Island is still close to paradise.
Nicknamed “Little Hawaii”, the white sandy beaches
of Tribune Bay stretch endlessly out to meet an aquamarine
sea. Boasting close to 1 km of fine white sand beach, the
south-facing Tribune Bay is easily one of the most spectacular
on the east side of Vancouver Island. Here, shallow waters
meet near tropical temperatures during the summer and the
bay is considered to be one of the warmest salt water swimming
areas in BC.
If you visit the park in the spring you’ll be treated
to a dazzling display of wildflowers cloaking the hillsides
along the beach. In the summer, dark blue salal berries and
edible red huckleberries provide colourful contrast to the
white sand and unusual rock formations along the shoreline.
A five-minute stroll for Tribune Bay will lead you to “downtown” Hornby
Island, an eclectic community with a unique assortment
of shops and services. You may also choose to go sightseeing
along the bluffs at
Helliwell Park, just around the corner from Tribune Bay.
Park
Size: 95
hectares
Management
Planning:
Management Planning Information
Location:
Tribune
Bay Provincial
Park is located on Hornby Island, two short ferry rides
from Vancouver Island. To reach Hornby
Island take the Denman Island Ferry from Buckley Bay, off
Hwy #19a. Take Buckley Bay exit #101 from Hwy #19. Once on
the island, follow Denman Road to the Hornby Island Ferry
terminal. Another 10 minute ferry ride will put you on Hornby
Island; from there follow the main road to the Hornby Island
CO-OP then turn left following Central Road to the entrance
to the park. Nearby communities include: Hornby Island, Denman Island,
Comox Valley
Map/Brochure:
Any maps listed are for
information only - they may not represent legal boundaries and should not be
used for navigation.
Nature
& Culture:
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.
Explore
Parks: Fees, park listings, what
you should know before you go and other useful links.
Contact
Information:
R.L.C. Enterprize Ltd.
E-mail address: office@rlcparks.ca
Phone: (250) 474-1336
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There are no vehicle accessible camping facilities
at this park. Private resorts and campgrounds on Hornby
Island offer accommodation nearby.
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No
wilderness, backcountry or walk-in camping.
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No
group campsites.
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Tribune
Bay is a popular day-use destination for swimmers
and picnickers. A picnic shelter with picnic tables is available along with 6 pit toilets, a tennis
court and a cold water hand pump. This water must be
boiled, treated or filtered prior to consumption.
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There
are no wheelchair accessible facilities at this park.
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A cold water hand pump is located at the parking lot.
Water must be boiled, treated or filtered prior to
consumption.
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This
park has 6 pit toilets, 4 located near the parking lot and 2 near the
tennis courts. |
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No
showers.
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No
sani-station/dump facilities.
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Campfires
are not permitted at any time anywhere in the park.
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There are no electrical hook-ups in this park |
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There
are no regularly scheduled interpretive programs at
this park.
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Tribune
Bay has one main trail that runs parallel to the
beach for approximately 0.75 km. The tennis court
is located at the end of this trail, near the beach. 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.
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This
park does not have a playground. There is a tennis court
in the park. |
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The
sandy beaches and warm waters of Tribune Bay are
ideal for swimming. There are no lifeguards on duty
at provincial parks.
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There
are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park.
Canoes and kayaks can access the park.
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This park does not have a boat launch. The nearest
boat launch is at the Hornby Island Ferry Terminal.
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Limited opportunities exist for salt water fishing
at this park. 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.
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Bicycles
must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory
in British Columbia.
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No
horseback riding.
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Pets/domestic
animals must be on a leash and under control at all times. Dogs are not
allowed
on the beach. 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.
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No
wildlife viewing opportunities.
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No
winter recreation opportunities. |
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No
SCUBA diving or snorkelling opportunities. |
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No
windsurfing opportunities. |
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No
waterskiing opportunities. |
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No
hunting in the park. |
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No
climbing or rock climbing opportunities. |
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No
spelunking or caving opportunities. |
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No
cabins, yurts or lodges for public use. |
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