Can you camp anywhere on Saltspring Island?
Camping: Ruckle Provincial Park offers the only public campground on Saltspring Island, and what a fabulous campground it is. Private campsites are located at Cedar Beach Resort and Mowhinna Creek Campground (links on this page). There are many other hiking trails on Saltspring Island.
Are there predators on Salt Spring Island?
No bears. No worries. Salt Spring Island, BC. From time to time, a bear is spotted, usually on the south end of the island, and there are also occasional reports of a cougar being seen, sometimes even close to Ganges.
How much does it cost to camp at Ruckle Park?
Regular group camping charges per night are the base rate for the site, which is $20.00/group site/night, plus $5/adult (16+, minimum charge for 15 adults), plus $1/child (6-15).
Can you camp on Sidney Spit?
Sidney Spit Campground Camping and picnicking is available. All campers must register at a designated campsite before the last ferry leaves the island for the day.
Is there a ferry from Vancouver to Salt Spring Island?
Salt Spring Island is served by BC Ferries at 3 ferry terminals. It’s also possible to come from mainland Vancouver by getting a BC Ferry from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay, then catching a BC Ferry to Salt Spring. – Departs BC Ferries Swartz Bay terminal and sails to Fulford Harbour at Salt Spring’s south end.
Are there snakes on Salt Spring Island?
Salt Spring Island is home to six species of native reptiles, including one kind of lizard, four kinds of snakes, and one kind of turtle. Also, two sea turtle species have occasionally been sighted in nearby waters.
Is there cell service at Ruckle Park?
Entry of the provincial park is at the END of Beaver Point road – no cell signal on the road so look it up ahead of t…
Who bought James Island?
James Island was purchased by Craig McCaw in 1994 for $19 million.
Is there potable water at Sidney Spit?
No water available: Please be advised there is no water available on Sidney Island. This includes both the day use area and the campground.
Do you need a car in Saltspring Island?
Salt Spring Island is roughly 27 km (17 miles) long and 14 km (9 miles) wide – just 185 square km (74 square miles). You have many options for getting around Salt Spring Island – even if you don’t have or bring a car. These include cycling, car or scooter rental, taxis and our very own bus service.