Coastal Hiking - Nootka Island - Strathcona Park Lodge

$2040 8 Days/7 Nights
Any dates possible for 2 or more people; please note this trip must start on a Sunday or Tuesday to coincide with the MV Uchuck schedule.
(first and last night at SPL, 5 nights camping)
Distance approx. 35 Km or 22 Miles. Approx. total hiking time 27 Hrs.

Journey in the footsteps of 18th century Nootka Chief Maquinna. Fly to the north end of Nootka Island and hike the rugged, isolated, and pristine beaches and coast to Yuquot (Friendly Cove). See the west in its undeveloped state - like the West Coast Trail used to be. Return to SPL via the M.V. Uchuck III. Hiki Falls at Nootka

ng Landslide Lake can be a warm-up for this trip.

Day 1 Arrive at Strathcona Park Lodge between 4:00-5:00 pm. Relax, settle into your room... go for a refreshing swim in the lake. At 5:00, meet your instructor and group. After dinner receive pack, provisions, and instruction for the trek.

Day 2 Breakfast at 7:30. Depart by Lodge transport to Gold River where you will be flown by Air Nootka's seaplane to Starfish Lagoon at the north end of Nootka Island. Hike to your first camp located on an open Pacific Ocean beach. (Approximately 1 hour)

Day 3 Hike the beach to where the beautiful Calvin Creek tumbles into the ocean. Swim above and below the waterfall or play in the ocean waves. (Approximately 6.5 hours hiking)

Day 4 Today's destination is Bajo Reef, a perfect place to examine the rich sea life amongst the kelp in pristine tidal pools. Watch for the colony of sea otters playing in the kelp. Flocks of sandpipers and oyster catchers (birds) roam the shoreline for their dinners. (Approximately 2 hours hiking)

Day 5 Our camping spot is close to Beano Creek where you will be rewarded with a refreshing dip. The smooth pebbles are not only comfortable to sleep on, but provide hours of sorting entertainment. (Approximately 4 hours hiking)

Day 6 The most strenuous day as you traverse the rugged headlands of Maquinna Point and camp near there at a tidal lagoon 1.5 hrs west of Yuquot (Friendly Cove). (Approximately 8 hours hiking)

Day 7 Enjoy a short, pleasant hike to Yuquot (Friendly Cove - about 1.5 hrs), the historic landing site where Chief Maquinna and the Nu-chah-nulth people welcomed the first Europeans, including Captain Cook. Visit the restored Spanish Church where there are artifacts of First Nations and European history.

Totem at Friendly Cove The adjacent lighthouse is one of the few remaining manned lighthouses and one of the most stunning on the B.C. coast. The keepers are most receptive and hospitable people.
Walk the beautiful polished pebble beaches, swim in the small fresh water lake, and chat with the First Nations peoples about plans to restore the village to its former historic grandeur.
Board the working vessel M.V.Uchuck III for the voyage to Gold River. After pick up by Lodge vehicle arrive back at SPL by 5:00 pm, in time for a hot shower, and maybe a swim and sauna before dinner.

Day 8 Hearty breakfast and depart by 11:00 am.

Includes: accommodation (double occupancy), meals and out-trip food (from dinner on arrival day through breakfast on departure day), tents (two-person), transportation within the package, instruction and guiding services of an experienced outdoor leader(s).

Group size is a maximum of eight. Clients will be sent an equipment list and a medical/liability form prior to arrival.

Note 1: Trip is subject to a minimum of 2 persons and a maximum of 8 plus guides.

All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person (based on double occupancy), and subject to applicable taxes.

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aaa		NOOTKA ISLAND DAY TRIPS Want to experience Nootka Island and Yuquot (Friendly Cove) without the effort? Hop aboard the MV Uchuck III, which offers day trips to Yuqout on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the summer months. Check out www.mvuchuck.com for more information. Strathcona Park Lodge is a 40 minute scenic drive away from Gold River, the MV Uchuck's departure point. We can help arrange your voyage as part of your stay with us - call us at 250.286.3122 or email.
$2040 8 Days/7 Nights Any dates possible for 2 or more people; please note this trip must start on a Sunday or Tuesday to coincide with the MV Uchuck schedule. (first and last night at SPL, 5 nights camping) Distance approx. 35 Km or 22 Miles. Approx. total hiking time 27 Hrs. Journey in the footsteps of 18th century Nootka Chief Maquinna. Fly to the north end of Nootka Island and hike the rugged, isolated, and pristine beaches and coast to Yuquot (Friendly Cove). See the west in its undeveloped state - like the West Coast Trail used to be. Return to SPL via the M.V. Uchuck III. Hiking Landslide Lake can be a warm-up for this trip. Day 1 Arrive at Strathcona Park Lodge between 4:00-5:00 pm. Relax, settle into your room... go for a refreshing swim in the lake. At 5:00, meet your instructor and group. After dinner receive pack, provisions, and instruction for the trek. Day 2 Breakfast at 7:30. Depart by Lodge transport to Gold River where you will be flown by Air Nootka's seaplane to Starfish Lagoon at the north end of Nootka Island. Hike to your first camp located on an open Pacific Ocean beach. (Approximately 1 hour) Day 3 Hike the beach to where the beautiful Calvin Creek tumbles into the ocean. Swim above and below the waterfall or play in the ocean waves. (Approximately 6.5 hours hiking) Day 4 Today's destination is Bajo Reef, a perfect place to examine the rich sea life amongst the kelp in pristine tidal pools. Watch for the colony of sea otters playing in the kelp. Flocks of sandpipers and oyster catchers (birds) roam the shoreline for their dinners. (Approximately 2 hours hiking) Day 5 Our camping spot is close to Beano Creek where you will be rewarded with a refreshing dip. The smooth pebbles are not only comfortable to sleep on, but provide hours of sorting entertainment. (Approximately 4 hours hiking) Day 6 The most strenuous day as you traverse the rugged headlands of Maquinna Point and camp near there at a tidal lagoon 1.5 hrs west of Yuquot (Friendly Cove). (Approximately 8 hours hiking) Day 7 Enjoy a short, pleasant hike to Yuquot (Friendly Cove - about 1.5 hrs), the historic landing site where Chief Maquinna and the Nu-chah-nulth people welcomed the first Europeans, including Captain Cook. Visit the restored Spanish Church where there are artifacts of First Nations and European history. The adjacent lighthouse is one of the few remaining manned lighthouses and one of the most stunning on the B.C. coast. The keepers are most receptive and hospitable people. Walk the beautiful polished pebble beaches, swim in the small fresh water lake, and chat with the First Nations peoples about plans to restore the village to its former historic grandeur. Board the working vessel M.V.Uchuck III for the voyage to Gold River. After pick up by Lodge vehicle arrive back at SPL by 5:00 pm, in time for a hot shower, and maybe a swim and sauna before dinner. Day 8 Hearty breakfast and depart by 11:00 am. Includes: accommodation (double occupancy), meals and out-trip food (from dinner on arrival day through breakfast on departure day), tents (two-person), transportation within the package, instruction and guiding services of an experienced outdoor leader(s). Group size is a maximum of eight. Clients will be sent an equipment list and a medical/liability form prior to arrival. Note 1: Trip is subject to a minimum of 2 persons and a maximum of 8 plus guides. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person (based on double occupancy), and subject to applicable taxes. REGISTER NOW! • Equipment List

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