Diversity Prevails Among Haida Gwaii Accommodations Available

By Katrina Wheeler


There are plenty of Haida Gwaii accommodations to choose from. Prospective vacationers will find an extensive variety on offer. The most popular season stretches from May to September. During this period, it is advisable to reserve guided tours and lodging in advance.

Finding information is as easy as checking online to see what is available. The majority of these locations can be found situated along Highway 16 or in the local communities. The main public road links Moresby and Graham.

The splendor of the regional landscape, of this territory formerly named Queen Charlotte Islands, is a major draw for visiting tourists. This isolated group of one hundred fifty islands is a desired vacation spot for sports buffs and nature lovers alike. The secluded region provides visitors with an antidote to their urban surroundings. Surfers flock here to use the only surfing spot in Northern BC. Other activities visitors get pleasure from are fishing, camping, climbing and hiking in the nature reserves and the protected parkland under the stewardship of its Indigenous inhabitants.

This Canadian territory is 100 km wide and 300 km long. It has a triangular form that tapers to a point at Cape St. James on its southernmost edge. The territory is 120 km west of the northern coastline of British Columbia. It lies below the Alaska panhandle. It is located 75 km from the American border. The main land masses of the archipelago are Graham Island in the north and Moresby Island in the south. In the southern part of Moresby Island lies a National Park Reserve and a Heritage Site. A short ferry ride of about 20 minutes connects the two and their Indigenous residents. The settled communities have a distinctive culture that reflects the Haida way of life.

The native residents have lived here for thousands of years. Archaeologists have recorded over 500 historical sites. The village of SGang Gwaay is reputed to possess the finest display of mortuary poles. In 1981, UNESCO designated Nan Sdins Illnagaay, Ninstints, to be a World Heritage Site.

To get here travelers must choose which mode of transportation is most suitable for them. Daily, BC Ferries provides ferry service from Prince Rupert to Moresby Island. The six and half hour journey is a scenic way and practical way to travel. For car owners, it is recommended they bring their car along. Otherwise, renting a car will become a necessity. There is no bus service available. Taxis operate only within the major population centers. A daily flight runs between Vancouver and Sandspit and between Vancouver to Masset in the summer. In the other season this service is offered three times a week. Travelers may also fly to QC City, Sandspit and Masset from Prince Rupert. North Pacific Seaplanes is a provider of this service. For sailors, harbor facilities are also provided at these three locations. There are also rail and bus links to this area. There is year round service from Jasper to Prince Rupert. From there, the isles can be accessed via ferry or by air.

The assortment of lodging options include camping grounds, lodges, a hostel, motels, hotels, bed and breakfast purveyors, huts on the beach and rustic cabins, luxurious cottage and guest housing facilities. Some of these may be inaccessible during the winter. RVs and Campers can get into most camping sites.

Some places have a bigger selection of accommodation choices. These include Masset, Tow Hill nearby and QC. The variety of Haida Gwaii accommodations options are intended to fulfill personal preferences while respecting the ecological environment.




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