Take the Time!

There is so much to see, do and discover on the Sunshine Coast, with each area offering something special and unique. Egmont and Earl's Cove boasts some of the most breathtaking natural surroundings at the entrance to the Skookumchuk Provincial Park.

You really need to stop awhile and be pampered at one of our wonderful B&B's & cottages, and take in all the sights and activities that this region has to offer. 'Book a boat tour, hike into the Skookumchuck, dine at one of the local restaurants, enjoy a drink at the local pub', and just take pleasure in the unique natural beauty and majestic scenery of some of the most unspoiled territory in British Columbia.

In addition to the ocean, pristine fresh water lakes offer swimming, canoeing, trout fishing and waterskiing. Klein Lake has fine trout and Ruby Lake is surrounded by beautiful mountains offering panoramic vistas, abundant wildlife and exciting fishing, and are only two of the many lakes in this region.

Egmont

The tiny community of Egmont has few shops and services, but it is rich in scenic splendour. It is the stepping-off point for two of the Coast's most sublime natural experiences: Skookumchuck Narrows and Princess Louisa Inlet.  For more information on boat tours, other natural attractions and places to visit, go to our 'activities' pages

Artists, B&B's & cottages, and other small businesses call Egmont home.  It has its own post office, a general store, a pub, two marinas and a government dock.  A new museum, The Egmont Heritage Centre, is located across from the Skookumchuck Trail entrance, and is scheduled to open in June 2006.

Each June, the community celebrates Egmont Day with a fishing derby, games and contests, food and music.  Dances are held throughout the summer.

Skookumchuk Narrows

Trek an easy 4 km (2.5 mi) forested trail into Skookumchuck Narrows where tidal waters forced through a narrow, shallow channel result in one of the world's fastest flowing rapids. Visitors should plan their outing to coincide with the change in tides. The most dramatic motion, when billions of gallons of water are sucked into cavernous whirlpools and whipped up into standing waves, occurs an hour after slack tide when the ocean is rising. Best viewing times are posted at the beginning of the trail, on BC Ferries and at Visitor Info Centres along the Sunshine Coast. Kayakers from all over the world come to meet the rapids' challenge.

Princess Louisa Inlet

Many tourists, including divers and fishermen, are attracted to the abundant wildlife and waterfalls in the surrounding inlets. A trip to Princess Louisa Inlet is usually on everyone's list of things to do. Board a charter boat or floatplane to see the magnificent granite-walled Princess Louisa Inlet that rises sharply from the water's edge to heights in excess of 2,100 metres (7,000 feet). Beautiful Chatterbox Falls at the head of the Inlet tumbles 40 metres (120 feet).

Earls Cove

Just a mile past the turnoff to Egmont on the Sunshine Coast Hwy. is Earls Cove which sits on Jervis Inlet at the end of the line on the lower Sunshine Coast, and is the location of the BC Ferries terminal for sailings to Saltery Bay on the upper Sunshine Coast. The 50-minute trip provides spectacular views of the steep and rugged slopes of the Coast Mountain range and local fjords and inlets. The scenery is little changed from the days when Captain George Vancouver sailed Jervis Inlet and Agamemnon Channel in June 1792. Earls Cove is named after one of the early pioneers in the area.

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Take the Time! Egmont & Earl's Cove Lodging Egmont & Earl's Cove Activities There is so much to see, do and discover on the Sunshine Coast, with each area offering something special and unique. Egmont and Earl's Cove boasts some of the most breathtaking natural surroundings at the entrance to the Skookumchuk Provincial Park. You really need to stop awhile and be pampered at one of our wonderful B&B's & cottages, and take in all the sights and activities that this region has to offer. 'Book a boat tour, hike into the Skookumchuck, dine at one of the local restaurants, enjoy a drink at the local pub', and just take pleasure in the unique natural beauty and majestic scenery of some of the most unspoiled territory in British Columbia. In addition to the ocean, pristine fresh water lakes offer swimming, canoeing, trout fishing and waterskiing. Klein Lake has fine trout and Ruby Lake is surrounded by beautiful mountains offering panoramic vistas, abundant wildlife and exciting fishing, and are only two of the many lakes in this region. Egmont The tiny community of Egmont has few shops and services, but it is rich in scenic splendour. It is the stepping-off point for two of the Coast's most sublime natural experiences: Skookumchuck Narrows and Princess Louisa Inlet. For more information on boat tours, other natural attractions and places to visit, go to our 'activities' pages Artists, B&B's & cottages, and other small businesses call Egmont home. It has its own post office, a general store, a pub, two marinas and a government dock. A new museum, The Egmont Heritage Centre, is located across from the Skookumchuck Trail entrance, and is scheduled to open in June 2006. Each June, the community celebrates Egmont Day with a fishing derby, games and contests, food and music. Dances are held throughout the summer. Skookumchuk Narrows Trek an easy 4 km (2.5 mi) forested trail into Skookumchuck Narrows where tidal waters forced through a narrow, shallow channel result in one of the world's fastest flowing rapids. Visitors should plan their outing to coincide with the change in tides. The most dramatic motion, when billions of gallons of water are sucked into cavernous whirlpools and whipped up into standing waves, occurs an hour after slack tide when the ocean is rising. Best viewing times are posted at the beginning of the trail, on BC Ferries and at Visitor Info Centres along the Sunshine Coast. Kayakers from all over the world come to meet the rapids' challenge. Princess Louisa Inlet Many tourists, including divers and fishermen, are attracted to the abundant wildlife and waterfalls in the surrounding inlets. A trip to Princess Louisa Inlet is usually on everyone's list of things to do. Board a charter boat or floatplane to see the magnificent granite-walled Princess Louisa Inlet that rises sharply from the water's edge to heights in excess of 2,100 metres (7,000 feet). Beautiful Chatterbox Falls at the head of the Inlet tumbles 40 metres (120 feet). Earls Cove Just a mile past the turnoff to Egmont on the Sunshine Coast Hwy. is Earls Cove which sits on Jervis Inlet at the end of the line on the lower Sunshine Coast, and is the location of the BC Ferries terminal for sailings to Saltery Bay on the upper Sunshine Coast. The 50-minute trip provides spectacular views of the steep and rugged slopes of the Coast Mountain range and local fjords and inlets. The scenery is little changed from the days when Captain George Vancouver sailed Jervis Inlet and Agamemnon Channel in June 1792. Earls Cove is named after one of the early pioneers in the area. Egmont & Earl's Cove Lodging Egmont & Earl's Cove Activities		Accommodation Search General Search
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