Quatsino Sound, Sec10
Klootchlimmis River

Quatsino Sound, West Coast Vancouver Island Oceanfront Acreage

This 105-acre oceanfront property is situated on the Southern shore of Quatsino Sound and encompasses the river mouth and estuary of the Klootchlimmis River. A truly stunning river, the “Klootchlimmis” bisects the property from the SW corner to the NE dividing the property into two significant portions with totally different natural characteristics.

A truly spectacular west coast setting, the property has everything; easy access, flat level grasslands, mountainside, riverfront and oceanfront encompassing an estuary. The acreage is partially logged and these areas are in a healthy state of regeneration much of the land is beautifully forested and typical of the Vancouver Island west coast rainforest type environment.

These diverse characteristics make this a dream location for the outdoor enthusiast as all of the indigenous wildlife can be seen on the property.

The north and west portion of the property has a beautiful low friendly topography with a mix of mature second growth forest, grasslands and lush vegetation. This larger portion has significant oceanfront of approximately 2300ft as well as 3150ft of riverfront.

The south east portion of the acreage (approximately one third of the property) has more of moderately sloped to steep terrain rising to the southeast and 2765ft of riverfront.

Approximately 24 acres of this land is fully forested primarily in 80-140 year old trees with an even split of Hemlock and Spruce, and a small compliment of Alder for an estimated total volume of 12,500 cubic meters. *Note - much of this is located within the Riparian area.

Access to the property is by local forest service roads from the community of Port Alice located within close proximity to the NW portion and some older deactivated roads that lead right onto the property. Roads would need to be constructed or improved to access the south east corner. Oceanfront access is possible depending on the type of water craft and the tide but will have its limitations at times as portion of the acreage is estuary with a shallow gradual grade and a significant portion that dries up at low tide.

It should be noted that there is a protected archaeological site at north end – protected under the Heritage Conservation Act and must not be altered or damaged without a site alteration permit from the Archaeology Branch of BC. The site is relatively small in size, located adjacent to the shoreline and not in a location that would likely be used for development.

More land? The adjacent property is also for sale. This contiguous parcel is 47.24 acres with approximately 1800 feet of oceanfront This acreage is almost identical in all its natural features as compared to this 105 acre offering.

The asking price is $125,000. Therefore one can consider acquiring a total of 150 acres with approximately 4100 feet of oceanfront and over 5900 combined feet of riverfront on the Klootchlimmis River for $400,000.

This North Island region is home to a few quaint historic coastal communities. Quatsino itself is situated almost directly across the Sound from this property. Port Alice is located to the east in Neurotsis Inlet, a community of 700 people with services a 30 km drive from Hwy 19 along the East shore of Vancouver Island. Coal Harbour to the NE, a smaller hamlet is approximately 13 kms from Hwy 19 and the North Island community of Port Hardy.

Quatsino Sound, one of the last great west coast frontiers which is easily accessible for the outdoor enthusiast and avid sport-fisherman, offers a great variety of activities throughout the network of protected inlets and the access to the open west coast. As well there are numerous rivers and lakes abundant with Trout, Steelhead and spawning Salmon in the fall.

Seventeen miles to the southwest out Quatsino Sound is the open west coast of Vancouver Island that offers spectacular fishing for Salmon, Halibut and other species. The marine life and other wildlife in addition to the beauty of the west coast are unsurpassed.

Quatsino is a quaint historical coastal community founded in the late 1800’s, with a current population of approximately 60 year-round residents plus a complement of part-time and seasonal vacationers. Quatsino is situated 12 miles south of Port Hardy only 5 miles south from Coal Harbour by boat. The community is serviced with a local road, hydro electricity and telephone. There is a government wharf and post office.

Port Alice is located on Neroutsos Inlet, one of Vancouver Island’s gateways to the wild and wonderful west coast. There is good quality paved road access to Port Alice and the community has a full array of municipal services available in addition to convenient and essential services such as a health centre, shopping area, hotel, golf course, RV campsite, restaurants, fuel facility and boat launch. This small community has a population of approximately 1000 and is a popular spot for hiking, with good fishing and sightseeing out in Quatsino Sound and nearby Alice & Victoria lakes with rainbow, cutthroat and bull trout