An Island Welcome Island Regions Fun Things to Do... Where to Stay Go Shopping And More...
Telegraph Cove BC Vancouver Island North
Whale Watching, Kayaking and Wildlife
Telegraph Cove, a boardwalk community, is one of those places that you will never forget.
It is a little isolated, with only a few places to stay overnight. BPort Hardy and Port McNeill, west of Sayward and North West of Campbell River, it is a little of the main highway, but well worth the drive.
Many visitors take a tour from Campbell River or Port Hardy and both are easily accessible by car as a day trip option.
Just be warned that you have to book well in advance if you expect to stay in Telegraph Cove, which really is no bigger than a very small village around a dock.
Whale Watching from Telegraph Cove
Telegraph Cove, however is one of those "must see" items if you want to explore the natural sea life, from an authentic old fishing inlet: and one that is famous for it's kayaking tours!
Did you know that this small area resting on the coast of Northern Vancouver Island is the home of Stubbs Island Whale Watching? Killer whale watching on this Pacific coast town is courtesy of the best known company anywhere else in the world.
For your convenience, there are hydrophones to allow you to hear the noises whales make. Biologists are aboard to explain the basics of the whale family and it’s habits.
There are daily trips, so you do not have to feel rushed to take in everything the first day you are there. Normally you will be aboard a ship for three to three and a half hours on one of the whale watching jaunts.
The family atmosphere that people feel when they come to this community is the reason they decide to come back year after year. After all, isn’t that the best reason for deciding to take a vacation to a small community?
Places to Stay
If camping is one of your favorite vacation things to do, then this is definitely the place. If camping is not the type of vacation you had in mind, don’t worry, there are cabins available.
The following video is a promotional video, but it has some neat photos. I think you'll like it...
Please press the "Play Button" (left) in the player controls instead of the arrow on the screen.
When you decide to go to Telegraph Cove, you will see all the sights you have pictured in your mind and more. The different types of terrain will amaze you.
The best places found for a kayaking adventure are located less than a 30 minute ride by boat from the dock itself.
Things to See
The kayaking thrill includes watching the orcas. Some have even been known to come within a few feet of the kayaker. How about that to set your pulses to racing?
You do not have to share your adventures with other boat tours because the this area is located away from the hustle and bustle of other tour companies. The camping sites are very secluded and have views that you will never forget.
Wild animals are abundant here, in this unspoiled wilderness. The bald eagles, otters, bears, and the many animals that reside in the forest are another one of the attractions you will see. Would you like to see a real live grizzly bear?
Well, if you choose Telegraph Cove for a vacation, before you leave, I would imagine you will see one.
This northern Vancouver Island area has a summer temperature that is ideal. Between 60 and 77 degrees in the summer, this is the perfect weather for enjoying all this beautiful community has to offer. Winter is a little cooler with temperatures in the 40’s. Dry summers with occasional showers are predominantly the norm.
Here are some more views of the boardwalk and the town, complete with a cruise ship, returning from Alaska...
Please press the "Play Button" (left) in the player controls instead of the arrow on the screen.
The train, in the slide show, by the way, was one used to move the lumber from the forests nearby, but is now derelict.
Telegraph Cove BC is the ultimate vacation spot for those who love to be outdoors. If watching wildlife and sunsets is your idea of heaven on earth, you definitely need to visit Telegraph Cove.
I would say this is one of my "You need to discover this gem" places to visit...and take a kayaking or whale watching tour while your there!
