This 26-hectare waterfront regional park is a space for residents and visitors to connect with nature, explore the forest and coastal areas, and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the surroundings. The park features a small parking lot, an unmarked perimeter trail, and access to two beaches.
St. John Point is a great place to enjoy the coast, go birdwatching, or take a walk. There are easy hiking paths to two beaches, as well as a more challenging trail along rocky bluffs, making it accessible for many visitors.
St. John Point also has a rich cultural history. Known as ŦÁ,WEN by the Coast Salish First Nations, it was a site for fishing coho salmon. Before World War II, a small area near the park entrance was farmed by Japanese settlers.
The park is an important conservation area, home to several at-risk species and sensitive ecosystems.
Trail Rating: Moderate
Size: 26 hectares
Location: Mayne Island
Established: 2017
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
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How to Get There
Take the ferry from Swartz Bay (Vancouver Island) or Tsawwassen (on the mainland) to Village Bay, Mayne Island. From the Village Bay ferry terminal, follow Village Bay Road. Turn Right on Fernhill Road, then right onto Horton Bay Rd. Please be aware that there is limited parking at St. John Point (7 vehicles) and for emergency purposes roadside parking is not permitted along Horton Bay Road.
Photo Credit
Toby Snelgrove