Malcolm
Island and the town of Sointula offer a picturesque west coast lifestyle,
complete with colourful homes, historic buildings, pretty fishing boats and
lots of walking trails.
Sointula was originally founded by Finnish immigrants in the early 1900s looking for a better way of life, and that history is still reflected in the town. It has also been an active fishing centre in the region.
Accessed by ferry from Port McNeill on Vancouver
Island, Sointula has shopping, fuel services, private and public docks, a
library and a medical clinic among other amenities. There is a vibrant
community of approx. 800, an eclectic mix of old-time families, artists,
fishermen and those looking for a quieter life.
Whale watchers and outdoor enthusiasts favour Malcolm
Island for its whale rubbing beaches and hiking trails, especially the
Beautiful Bay Trail between Bere Point and Malcolm Point. There are a few
campsites on the island, including Bere Point Regional Park campground as well
as a number of B&Bs and guest houses. Pulteney Point lighthouse sits on the
northeast point of the island and is accessible by a nice beach walk. The main
roads along the eastern shore are paved, while the further out roads are
gravel.
Malcolm Island sits at the junction of Queen Charlotte
Strait, Broughton Strait and Johnstone Strait off the northern end of Vancouver
Island.
Definitely worth the trip!
It's a Coastal Lifestyle ... Live It!
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