This is the northernmost of 2 magnificent islands located about 36 miles north of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, just offshore from the town of Parksville. Access can be arranged by charter boat (about 15 minutes) or a direct flight by float plane from Vancouver (20 minutes). Several good golf courses are close by as is winter skiing at Mt. Washington.

Ballenas Island is one of British Columbia's world famous coastal islands unrivalled for its rugged beauty, privacy and the sea life surrounding it in a body of cruising water beloved by fishermen & yachtsmen alike. This picturesque island is 100 acres in size with a government operated lighthouse (City power) located on a sepatate 7 acre point at the north end.

Ballenas is almost circular in shape with its highest point reaching 150 feet above sea level. There are numerous bays and coves with a good variety of trees, hills and valleys. From every vantage point Ballenas offers beautiful scenery. The rock fingers are a favorite sunning spot for seals and sea lions and the island was once home to a herd of sheep. In addition to exceptional sailing and fishing, windsurfing and scuba diving, conditions are ideal between the two islands.