Octopus Islands Marine Provincial Park (Quadra Island)
A pristine marine wilderness park in the Vancouver Island region of British Columbia accessed exclusively by boat, kayak, or water taxi.
Interactive Octopus Islands Marine Provincial Park (Quadra Island) Map
Exact geographic coordinates, surrounding topography, and nearby free Forestry rec sites:
Octopus Islands Marine Provincial Park (Quadra Island)
Campground Features & Merit Badges
Field & Safety Intelligence
No active Category 1 campfire prohibition. Wood campfires allowed in provided metal fire rings (< 0.5m height & diameter).
Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP / Saxitoxin) and Domoic Acid are frequently present along BC saltwater tidal waters. Never harvest or consume self-harvested clams, oysters, or mussels. Cooking or boiling does NOT destroy PSP toxins.
Plan B: Free FCFS Alternatives Near Octopus Islands Marine Provincial Park (Quadra Island)
If Octopus Islands Marine Provincial Park (Quadra Island) is fully booked, these rustic Forestry Recreation Sites are within 35 km and require zero reservations:
Florence Cove Rec Site
FCFS campsites · 2WD Forest Service Road
Francisco Island Rec Site
FCFS campsites · 2WD Forest Service Road
Whiterock Passage Rec Site
FCFS campsites · 2WD Forest Service Road