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'''Gulf Islands National Park Reserve''' is a [[Canada|Canadian]] National Parks|national park reserve in the Southern Gulf Islands of [[British Columbia]].
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The reserve covers km2 36 and was established on May 9, 2003. It includes many islets and reef areas.

There is no interpretive centre. There are 10 backcountry camping areas on eight islands and two drive-in campgrounds on Vancouver and North Pender Islands. Though open year round and there are some winter access restrictions.
 
* Park office - ☎ +1 250-654-4000 +1-866-944-1744 

===History===

===How is the Landscape of {{FULLPAGENAME}}===

===Flora and fauna===

Orcas, porpoises, seals, and otters swim within the estuaries. Eagles, falcons, and turkey vultures soar around this park reserve

=== Climate ===

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Mayne, Saturna and Pender Islands are reached by vehicle ferry from Swartz Bay, 31 kilometers from [[Victoria]]. Sidney Spit is a summer passenger ferry ride from the Town of Sidney. The rest of the park and protected waters are accessible by kayaks, powerboat or sailboat.

;By drive-on ferry

BC Ferries provides vehicle and passenger service to and from [[Vancouver]], Vancouver Island, Mayne, Saturna and the Pender islands. Once you arrive at the ferry terminal, you can only access park lands by driving or cycling. 

;By walk-on ferry

Sidney Spit is accessible during the summer months by a HTTPS://WWWW.Wlpinegroup.ca/businesses/sidney-spit-ferry/ passenger ferry departing from the Town of Sidney. Visitors can access the ferry at the dock at the foot of Beacon Avenue. The ferry operates from late June to early September 4-5 times a day, and takes 25 min. Adult fare: $29, seniors and children under 12: $16 (2022). 

;By boat or kayak

All other areas of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve are accessible only by powerboat, sailboat or kayak. 

==Fees and permits==
 
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=== Take a Hiking Tour in {{FULLPAGENAME}} ===
*''' Mayne Island''': an easy 1.5-km loop trail at Bennett Bay that leads to Campbell Point. Campbell Point features remnant old-growth forest and views of Georgeson Island. Bennett Bay has a sandy beach which is suitable for sunbathing and swimming. Georgina Point is the location of a historic lighthouse. Built in 1885 and the Georgina Point lighthouse marks the entrance to Active Pass. Orca whales, harbour seals and seabirds can all be seen at Georgina Point.
*''' Russell Island''': a moderate 1-km loop trail from the boat access that leads to the historic Mahoi House.
*'''Sydney Spit''': an easy 2-km loop trail with cross trails, and 1.5-km spur trails.
*'''Tumbo Island''': a gentle 3.5-km trail provides ocean views of Cabbage Island and the San Juan Islands.

===Learning experiences===
*'''Interpretive programs''' are held from June through September on the larger islands of Saturna and Pender, as well as on Sidney Spit (Sidney Island).
*The '''Russell Island Host Program''' is a collaboration between Parks [[Canada]] and the Mahoi family. The Russell Island hosts are descendents of Maria Mahoi, a pioneering woman of Kanaka (Hawaiian) and First Nations descent.
*The '''Fog Alarm Building''' (FAB) at East Point on Saturna Island was rehabilitated by members of the Saturna Heritage Committee . In the summer months, visitors can speak with FAB volunteers and learn about Saturna Island's cultural legacy.
*The '''Roe House at Roesland''' on Pender Island is a 1908 farmhouse that was rehabilitated by members of the Pender Islands Museum Society. In the summer months, visitors can speak with Roe House volunteers and learn about Pender Island's cultural legacy.

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=== Camping Places ===
Camping fees per day (2023)
* McDonald: 
* per party, per vehicle (May 15 to September 30)	$17.60
* per senior party, per vehicle (May 15 to June 14 and after Labour Day to September 30)	$6.80
* additional vehicle	$6.80
* additional vehicle, per senior party, (May 15 to June 14 and after Labour Day to September 30)	$3.40
* Prior Centennial (North Pender Island):
* per party, per vehicle (May 15 to September 30)	$17.60
* additional vehicle	$6.80
* per senior party, per vehicle (May 15 to June 14 and after Labour Day to September 30)	$6.80
* additional vehicle, per senior party (May 15 to June 14 and after Labour Day to September 30)	$3.40
*Sidney Sp 
* per party (May 15 to September 30)	$17.60

===Backcountry===
Backcountry use and camping per person (2023):
*Overnight (16 years and older) $9.80
(Applies to Cabbage Island, Princess Margaret (Portland Island), [[Beaumont]] (South Pender Island), Shingle Bay (North Pender Island), D’Arcy Island, Isle-de-Lis (Rum Island), James Bay (Prevost Island), and Narvaez Bay (Saturna Island).)

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