Can you camp for free on Savary Island?
AFAIK free camping on the south beach is still possible but can be quite crowded with partiers of dubious nature & intent. People may camp on the beach however campfires are not permitted on Savary Island. The water taxi drops you off at the government dock which is on the northeast side of the island.
Can you stay on Savary Island?
If you want convenience, look to stay on the east end of Savary Island. It’s close to the wharf and most of the island’s amenities, limited as they may be. If you want seclusion, go further west.
Are there bears on Savary Island?
Savary Island lies in the traditional territory of the Sliammon People. There are no bears, cougars, rats, or raccoons on Savary. Deer are the only common large mammal while mink and otters come ashore occasionally.
Are there bathrooms on Savary Island?
Savary Island is one of the most beautiful islands in the Straight of Georgia. Located at the entrance to Desolation Sound, it is accessible by float plane, boat, barge or water taxi from Lund. Contributing to its undisturbed beauty, the island has no power and no public campsites or washrooms.
Is it illegal to camp in BC?
You do have to use campgrounds in BC. You are not allowed to just pull over and camp anywhere. All levels of governments – federal parks, provincial parks, and some regional districts and municipalities – have public campgrounds in their jurisdictions.
Are cars allowed on Savary Island?
ONCE YOU’VE ARRIVED IN LUND: From Lund, you travel to Savary Island via the Lund Water Taxi and the Lund Land Taxi. There is no car service to Savary Island. Reservations are required.
Is there Internet on Savary Island?
Savary has few utilities, you have to make your own. Telus provide landlines. Cell phone service is patchy. Internet, tether to cell phones, satellite and ‘line of site’ options.
Can you just camp anywhere in BC?
Can you camp on the side of the road in BC?
As long as you park properly off of the traveled portion of the highway and it is not prohibited by a sign, there is no reason that you cannot camp overnight as far as the Motor Vehicle Act is concerned. This applies to areas outside of municipal boundaries however.
Where can I camp for free in BC?
No-Fee Camping Across BC
- #1 – Apple Point Rec Site.
- #2 – Amor Lake Rec Site.
- #3 – Augier Lake Rec Site.
- #4 – Batnuni Lake East Rec Site.
- #5 – Begbie Falls Rec Site.
- #6 – Big O.K.
- #7 – Bootjack Lake Rec Site.
- #8 – Bonanza Lake Rec Sites.
How warm is Savary Island water?
21 Celsius
You can supposedly swim here – the literature says that the water is 21 Celsius. It is less cold than the rest of the water in the region though. Water temperatures rise to mid 20s, sometimes higher, due to the vast sandbanks, which retain the suns heat when exposed during low tide.