[Maureen Benzon]

Hi Nick,

I just noticed the original post wrt launch spots.

I paddle often in Howe Sound and Bachelor Bay is a very good launch site. The bay is well protected and cars can be safely left overnight if you plan to camp in the sound. A short carry down the ramp, then park on the street. The logs come and go at all of these launches. Whytecliff is my preferred option out of season. In winter the beach washroom is closed, but the park washroom is open. I use wheels down the ramp, then it is just a short carry over the logs to the beach. Watch out for divers and parking is day use only. Porteau cove offers free day-use parking, washrooms and outside shower for those of us who like to get wet!

Happy paddling, Maureen