Port Hardy British Columbia, Canada Part of the BC Adventure Network. Over 5 million web site visitors annually ! Accommodations & Adventures   |  City Information   Port Hardy, BC Port Hardy is often used as a "jumping off point " for those wanting to explore the wonders of the northern part of Vancouver Island; breath taking scenery, beaches, great sportfishing, whale watching and wildlife. Images courtesy of Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre The Port Hardy area itself has much to offer the visitor; museums, arts and crafts shops, local Native artisans, walks along the seawalk or along the beautiful Quatse River. And don't miss Storey's Beach. Birdwatchers and nature lovers will by intrigued with the number and species of birds including eagles, herons and kingfishers at the sanctuary preserve on the south side of town. On one of the oceanside nature paths the visitor has a good chance of sighting a seal, sea-lion or otter. Salmon fishing is particularly exciting with the catches plentiful and prize winning. A very popular activity is to take the ferry through the 274 nautical mile long Inside Passage to Prince Rupert and enjoy the scenic grandeur of one of the world's most beautiful ocean voyages. Accommodation/Adventure Providers Airport Inn: A home away from home, we’re near BC Ferries, fishing, wildlife viewing, scuba diving, hiking, & golfing. For business or pleasure, we’ll ensure a pleasant stay, and that you’ll be back! There’s comfortable rooms, great food, licensed liquor store, & the API... more Bear Cove Cottage Fishing Resort: Our hilltop cottage resort offers views over the Pacific Ocean and the background sounds of nature, and the surrounding marine activity, will capture your attention. The saltwater and salmon fishing’s great, there’s lots of additional recreational activities,... more Coastwide Sports Fishing: Enjoy pure / unique hard-core fishing with comfortable home-style accommodations, and a home-cooked dinner! Owner operated, we offer fully guided salmon & bottom fishing charters on Vancouver Island with the main part of our season in the Port Hardy area. more Codfather Charters: We’re certain you will be fully satisfied with your Codfather Charters fishing experience, on the waters off Port Hardy on Vancouver Island. Having 25 years of experience means that you’re sure to enjoy some of the very best Salmon and Halibut fishing BC has... more Farewell Harbour Resort: From our boats, the shore, or inland to the streams … there’s fly-fishing of your choice with ocean casting for much sought Coho, in the kelp for the feisty Black Bass, or the streams for Cutthroat Trout. We also offer eco-tours, whale watching, kayaking & mo... more Pacific Coastal Airlines: Enjoy scheduled service from Vancouver's South Terminal to Anahim Lake, Bella Bella, Bella Coola, Campbell River, Comox, Cranbrook, Kamloops, Klemtu, Masset, Port Hardy (float & amphibious aircraft to coastal communities), Powell River, Trail, Victoria, & Will... more Quarterdeck Inn and Marina Resort: Close to downtown & tourism services in Port Hardy, our full service 3 ½ Star hotel features a marina & pub-style restaurant. We have a water taxi and can also arrange wilderness experiences including whale watching Eco-Tours, salmon fishing, storm watching,... more Sea Otter Charters: We may be new, but our roots go deep in British Columbia’s fishing industry. As the only first nations sport fishing guide in the Port Hardy area, our family has a tradition of guiding that goes back to the early 1900’s. We’ll go the extra mile to help you c... more Starfish Charters: The Salmon & Halibut fishing in Port Hardy, near the coast island wilderness, rivals all the best west coast locations. Our vessels have a capacity of 6 to 8 people so come fish, have fun & enjoy the wildlife including bears on the beaches, Orca, sea lions, &... more If you would like to have your business listed, please Click Here. City Information Population: 4,000. Access: Port Hardy, BC, at the northern terminus of the Island Highway is 36km north of Port McNeill, on Highway 19. Regional airlines and BC Ferries also service the area of Vancouver Island. Port Hardy is the southern terminus of BC Ferries' spectacular "Inside Passage" route to Prince Rupert. Recreation Facilities & Activies: Area golf courses, fishing, bird watching, biking, hiking, camping, sightseeing, wildlife viewing, whale watching, diving, and kayaking. Local Attractions: Cape Scott Provincial Park, North Coast Trail, Storey's Beach, Fort Rupert Big House, Historic Museum, Quatse River Fish Hatchery, Quatse River Nature Trail, Sea Walk, bird estuary, local and native crafts, Inside Passage Ferry trip. July - Filomi Days Accommodations: Visitors to Port Hardy will enjoy a variety of tourist services and lodging. Choose from hotels, motels, hostels, or perhaps try a bed and breakfast establishment. There are RV and campsites nearby. For Information: Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre 7250 Market Street, Box 249, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 Telephone (250) 949-7622 o Fax (250) 949-6653 www.ph-chamber.bc.ca

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