Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT)

British Columbia

British Columbia

At a glance

CampgroundBackcountry

About this campsite

Protected moderate gradient cobble/pebble beach in protected bay. Undeveloped. Gloomy, damp but spacious. 1 tent site in upland second growth forest. More with brushing. Possible beach camping. Seasonal creek (July+).

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Location

Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT)•BC

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Common questions about Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT)

Is Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT) free to camp at?

Yes. Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT) in BC is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends.

What facilities does Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT) have?

Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT) has backcountry. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT) online?

We hold no online booking link for Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT), so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT)?

Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT) sits in BC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT)

Facilities recorded for Mel's Beach / Square Notch Bay (BCMT)
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes

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within 50km

2.1 km away

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Little Hanson Island (BCMT)

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Leg Cove (BCMT)

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