Are cars allowed on Gambier Island?
They have electricity and telephone and some even have high-speed internet access. There is no car-ferry access – something most residents want to preserve. The island currently does not have any commercial enterprises.
Who lives on Gambier Island?
Population. There are around 105 long-term residents on Gambier, but the population swells to more than 600 in the summertime due to the island’s summer holiday homes. The island’s scenic setting and solitude make it popular with artists and writers.
How do I get from Vancouver to Gambier Island?
There is no direct connection from Vancouver to Gambier Island. However, you can take the line 257 bus to Keith Rd @ Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal, take the walk to Horseshoe Bay, take the ferry to Langdale, take the ferry to Gambier, then take the travel to Gambier Island.
Where is Gambier Island BC?
Howe Sound
Gambier Island is the largest of four islands located in Howe Sound, British Columbia, Canada (not to be confused with the 14 small Gambier Islands, located 1600 km southeast of Tahiti).
Are there bears on Gambier Island?
The most visible mammals on the island are the coastal Black-Tailed deer, but the island is home to cougar, wolves, squirrels, martens and the occasional black bear.
Does Gambier Island have a store?
Gambier Island has one commercial establishment, the Gambier Island General Store. Location: Gambier Island is located in Howe Sound, north of Vancouver, and is accessible by boat only.
Is there a ferry to Gambier Island?
To visit Gambier Island you have to take a private boat, float plane, water-taxi or the passenger-only ferry offered by BC Ferries. The ferry leaves from the BC Ferries’ terminal at Langdale to the small settlement of New Brighton.
Are there cougars on Gambier Island?
Where is the highest concentration of mountain lions?
Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, has North America’s highest mountain lion concentration.
Where is the highest population of mountain lions?
California has one of the largest mountain lion populations in the country. The state classed mountain lions as endangered in 1972 and banned all hunting of them. The 2020 wildfires that ravaged California also affected mountain lion populations, killing an estimated 300 to 600 of them.
What time of day are mountain lions most active?
dawn and dusk
Mountain lions are solitary animals, traveling alone except during mating season or when a female is supporting young. They can be seen at any time of the day or night, but are most active at dawn and dusk, corresponding with deer activity. Mountain lions are carnivores (meat eaters) and prey mostly on deer.
Where can I camp on Gambier Island?
Continuing along the coastline of Gambier there are campsites also at Halkett Bay Provincial Park and West Bay. Because Gambier Island is in the midst of other islands and islets many boaters and kayakers enjoy taking day trips from there base camp on Gambier.
How to get to Gambier Island from Vancouver?
Getting to Gambier Island If you’re coming for a visit to Gambier, you’ll need to check schedules as they can change frequently. If coming from Vancouver, you’ll need to first get on BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay to Langdale, and then from Langdale terminal you can take the passenger ferry to Gambier. Have your own boat?
What do you need to know about the Gambier Islands?
They have electricity and telephone and some even have high-speed internet access. There is no car-ferry access – something most residents want to preserve. The island currently does not have any commercial enterprises. The Gambier Community Centre is the only public facility.
What does the Gambier Island Community Association do?
The Gambier Island Community Association (GICA) looks after parking issues, organizes the annual chimney sweep, sponsors the annual children’s fishing derby, publishes the annual newsletter, The Islander, etc.