Genevieve Range Location
The Genevieve Range is located west of Vancouver Island and the western side of Nootka Island. The range is the mountaineers' paradise and is accessible by float-plane or water taxi from Gold River, a former logging village.
At Louie Bay northwest of the island, the Nootka Island gorgeous trail starts and ends at Friendly Cove on the southeast side of the Nootka Island, from which access to the range is available.
Ewart Lake and Crawfish Lake are located on Nootka Island to the east of the Genevieve Range, both accessible from the trail. Primitive wilderness campsites are provided on First Beach at Skuna Bay, Calvin Falls, and Beano Creek, nestled among the forest. Accesses to the Genevieve Range, Ewart Lake, and Crawfish Lake are available from there.
At Bajo Beach, where Calvin Falls are located, the campsite is a highlight with beautiful tidal swimming creeks.
Hiking the trail approximately 30 km (18.6 miles), the oceanside bluffs at Maquinna Point offers a 270-degree pleasant view of rocky coastline and endless Pacific and Vancouver Island west coast.
The Genevieve Range nearby islands are Lord Island, about 7 km (4.3 miles), and Sara Islet, almost 4 km (2.4 miles), to the north of the range, and Fitz Island, 5 km (3.1 miles) to the north.
Santa-Boca Provincial Park (Santa Gertrudis – Boca del Infierno Provincial Park), located in the southeast of Nootka Island, offers several activities, such as fishing, kayaking, and canoeing, along with a variety of wildlife.
Random camping in the wilderness is allowed in this park. Those seeking a truly rugged experience will find the Santa – Boca Provincial Park a paradise. Also, visitors would like to check out Bligh Island Marine Provincial Park within Bligh Island, 25 km (15.5 miles) to the southeast of the Genevieve Range, or spend some time at Nuchatlitz Provincial Park approximately 9 km (5.5 miles) to the northwest and enjoy the beautiful scenery with several activities offered by the parks.