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Barkley Sound, BC at a Glance
A maze of islands, bays and inlets comprises Barkley Sound. Lying on the west
coast of Vancouver Island
between Ucluelet and Bamfield,
Barkley Sound and the Broken Group Islands are one of the three main recreational
components in Pacific
Rim National Park. The Sound was named after sailing Captain, Charles William
Barkley of the Imperial Eagle. The Captain named the area after exploring it
in 1787 on his British trading vessel. Today, the area is quite popular as it
provides a true west coast experience in sheltered water. Visitors and locals
alike enjoy many outdoor activities such as diving, kayaking, fishing and hiking.
The nutrient-rich bottom water of Barkley Sound is one of the reasons the region
has some of the most diverse marine life found anywhere. Killer whales, porpoises,
salmon, shrimp, rockfish and others call the area home. It is also known to
be a great spot for viewing dry-land wildlife such as minks, martens and raccoons.
The nearby West
Coast Trail stretches 75 km (47 mi) from Bamfield to Port
Renfrew and offers experienced world-class hiking, while the scenic Wild
Pacific Trail is ideal for all levels of hikers and features beautiful panoramas.
The trail extends from Ucluelet to Half Moon Bay and is a seven phase trail
system.
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WELCOME TO Barkley Sound, BC!
