Descanso Bay Regional Park
Descanso Bay Regional Park is a Regional District of Nanaimo campground on Gabriola Island, reachable by ferry from Nanaimo. It sits along the sheltered shores of Descanso Bay and serves as a key overnight stop on the Vancouver Crossing Loop touring route. The park is managed by the RDN and represents one of the few formal camping options on Gabriola Island for cycle tourists.
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Contact
Address: 595 Taylor Bay Rd, Gabriola, BC V0R 1X1, Canada
Phone: (250) 247-8255
Required Criteria
?No turn-away policy for cyclists
?We Welcome Cyclists Local Knowledge Sheet or equivalent available
Amenities
Min-stay waivedHiker/biker sitesPotable waterShowersWashroomsFlush toiletsPit/outhouse toiletFood nearbyCovered shelterLaundryDrying areaAnimal-safe food storageReservations acceptedCyclist discountDevice chargingE-bike chargingVending machinesIcePumpBasic toolsCamping fuel
Routes nearby
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