Read Island Park

Read Island Park encompasses old-growth and second-growth forest, bog, fertile lowlands and protects important high density bald eagle habitat. The park is an excellent spot to see bald eagles, who nest in the tall trees. This variety of habitat allows a wide array of wildlife to flourish. This includes river otters, seals and sea lions along the water’s edge as well as black-tailed deer, weasels, mink, beaver, cougars and wolves in the uplands. This area is part of the BC Marine Trail Association network, which is a series of campsites, resting areas and safe havens cared for by recreational boaters and paddlers. Once connected, this marine trail will extend from Vancouver to Prince Rupert and down into Puget Sound. Wildlife and nature enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to Read Island, located off the tip of Quadra Island. Visitors to the park will find plenty to do, including rustic hiking, kayaking, wilderness camping and swimming at Rosen Lake.