About QIHA
Gateway to the Discovery Islands — two well-maintained marinas serving boaters year-round
The Largest of the Discovery Islands
Quadra Island Harbour Authority is one of 54 Harbour Authorities providing service to the Commercial Fishing Fleet on the BC coast. It was incorporated in 1996 in response to Fisheries and Oceans Small Craft Harbours Branch initiative to bring local community management to the publicly-owned Commercial Fishing Harbours on the BC coast.
Quadra Island is the largest and most populated of the Discovery Islands. Located at the northern end of the Strait of Georgia, it is nestled between Vancouver Island and the mainland coast and lies approximately three and a half kilometers east of Campbell River.
The area is well known for its breathtaking scenery, salmon fishing, and abundant wildlife including whales, dolphins, bald eagles, and bears.
Popular Destinations
Local Wildlife
The waters around Quadra Island are teeming with marine life and wildlife.
Whales
Orcas & Humpbacks
Salmon
World-class fishing
Eagles
Majestic bald eagles
Bears
Black bears roam
Two Marina Locations
The Quadra Island Harbour Authority manages two locations, each surrounded by a small community providing plenty of services and many things to see and do.
Quathiaski Cove
Adjacent to Campbell River ferry
Quathiaski Cove (called Q-Cove by the locals) is the main commercial and residential centre on Quadra Island. It is located on the west side of the island directly across Discovery Passage from Campbell River.
Explore Q-CoveHeriot Bay
Cortes Island ferry departure
Heriot Bay is located on the east coast of Quadra Island facing the dramatic coastal mountains on the mainland. It is the port of departure for the regular ferry service to Cortes Island.
Explore Heriot BayIncorporated
Community Management Since 1996
Quadra Island Harbour Authority is one of 54 Harbour Authorities providing service to the Commercial Fishing Fleet on the BC coast. It was incorporated in 1996 in response to Fisheries and Oceans Small Craft Harbours Branch initiative to bring local community management to the publicly-owned Commercial Fishing Harbours on the BC coast.
Harbour Authorities on BC Coast
Marina Locations
Years of Service
Days/Year Operation
Our Mission
"To provide safe, well-maintained moorage facilities for a wide-ranging group of marine users year-round, while supporting local community management of our publicly-owned harbours."
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