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Port McNeill – Gateway to the Broughton Archipelago
Thursday, February 9th, 2006 by GetawayBC.com
For some, Port McNeill is all about fishing. The Broughton Archipelago is renowned for salmon, halibut, snapper and cod. The nearby streams offer trout and steelhead. The sheltered port has a full-service marina, with shower, laundry facilities, and picnic area. A waterfront boardwalk is just a 2 minute walk from the town centre where shopping, banking and access to all the other services is available.
Others may be interested in the forest history of the community, perusing the log style museum, and arranging a forestry tour.
Gardeners will enjoy a stroll through Shephard’s Garden, more than three acres of wonderful plants, trees, and a food garden. From the garden there is a forest trail taking you to the Nimpkish River. See www.shepardsgarden.ca for further information.
Another attraction is the world’s largest burl, on display near the visitors’ centre. The burl weighs 24 tons and is estimated to be over 525 years old.
Golfers can get in some practice at the par 3 Cedar Park Golf, and there is also wildlife watching on land or by boat, kayaking, hiking, diving, and caving.;