Desolation Sound Travel Guide
British Columbia, Canada
Desolation Sound is a sparsely populated coastal area in British Columbia, Canada, with a recorded population of zero. It is served by Desolation Sound Airport (YDS), giving travellers a named airport option for reaching the area.
The nearby coastline includes Conawaga Beach, 27.2 kilometres away, followed by Little River Beach at 28.8 kilometres, Saratoga Beach at 29.7 kilometres and Stories Beach at 33.2 kilometres. These beaches provide several coastal stops within 40 kilometres of Desolation Sound.
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Weather in Desolation Sound
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Pays in CAD
Plug type Type A & Type B (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 911
Dial code +1
Tipping: Tipping is customary in Canada for various service industries. The standard amount is usually 15-20% for good service.
Best time to visit Desolation Sound
Jan
5°17Feb
5°16Mar
8°19Apr
11°13May
17°9Jun
19°7Jul
24°3Aug
23°7Sep
19°12Oct
12°17Nov
7°20Dec
6°25Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Desolation Sound
Conawaga Beach
27.2 km away
Little River Beach
28.8 km away
Saratoga Beach
29.7 km away
Stories Beach
33.2 km away
Things to do in Desolation Sound
3 km
Mace Point
historic site
3.1 km
Tokenatch Indian Reserve 5
historic site
3.8 km
Tidal Art Centre
art gallery
3.7 km
Tug-Guhm Gallery Studio
art gallery
2.9 km
Hwy 101 Mile Zero
historic site
2.8 km
Okeover Arm Marina
historic site
4.4 km
Savary Island Arts Community
art gallery
2.9 km
Getting there
Desolation Sound · 45.2 km
Frequently asked Questions
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