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 PortMcNeill 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 Parkcampground 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 a trip to explore!
It's a Coastal Lifestyle ... Live It!
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