Zeballos Parks & Gardens

The area surrounding this 156ha park was inhabited by Kyuquot/Checleset First Nations peoples before the arrival of Captain James Cook in 1778. The park, which features old-growth rain forest, has no designated swimming area but visitors can see the area by kayak or canoe.

After accessing the Nuchatlitz Provincial Marine Park by boat or float plane, visitors can explore the many islands that make up the park by kayak. The park contains archeological sites left behind by First Nations groups who used to inhabit the area and offers sightseers the opportunity to view seals, sea lions, sea otters and grey whales.

This rugged 234 hectare park protects Vancouver Island's last remaining, undisturbed karst unit incorporating a major river cave. Although a wonderful and spectacular place to hike on non-maintained forest routes, caving is not currently permitted due to the fragility of the area. Roosevelt Elk, Black Bears, five species of salmon, and old growth Sitka spruce thrive in the park. Located 9 km (6 mi) northwest of Zeballos, access is via the Zeballos Forest Service road, off Hwy 19, north of Woss. Logging trucks have the right of way.