Port McNeill will lead you to abundant animals, crystal clear waterways, majestic beauty, and ancient forests right on the North Island. Our traditional areas, including Northern Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and the surrounding mainland and islands in Johnstone Strait, Queen Charlotte Strait, and Knight Inlet, are your gateway to a rare untouched nature where you may experience ultimate wildlife watching blast on the northern parts of the Island. With a huge wildlife population such as black bears, cougar, elk, and deer, the town is a popular tourist and wildlife admirer attraction during the summers.
Port McNeill is a class-A stepping stone to the Broughton Archipelago's spectacularly gorgeous islands, protected places, and maze-like rivers. The second-largest community on Vancouver Island Northern areas proudly coexists with the Island's abundant natural resources. Its central location (two hours from Campbell River, four from Nanaimo's ferry terminals) and proximity to the east coast's most beautiful island gems make it a regional ecotourism hub, with wildlife viewing, whale watching, grizzly bear safaris, diving, sea kayaking, and fresh and saltwater fishing among the many activities available.
With a backdrop of the spectacular coastal mountains to the east and the waters of Queen Charlotte Strait to the west, a slew of islands gives park visitors sheltered waters and anchorages. Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park, located south of Port McNeill, offers a harsh wilderness experience near the south end of Nimpkish Lake in an isolated location. The Park preserves old-growth coastal western hemlock woods and offers hiking, backcountry skiing, and mountaineering opportunities. In addition to sailing, windsurfing, fishing, and kayaking, the village of Port McNeill offers local shops, galleries, a marina, and a museum. A walk along the picturesque seawall leads to the Schoolhouse Creek Trail and protected fish habitat. Telegraph Cove, a fishing and cannery community that has become a center for ecotourism, is just a short distance from Port McNeill.
Vanisle Wildlife is here to introduce every wildlife watching opportunities you will be provided the moment you step into Port McNeill, and further in this article, we will discuss all of them plus the bonuses you will have during your stay in the town. Stay with us, and later on, if you have any questions regarding Port McNeill wildlife watching, please contact us.