Cortes Island Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Cortes Island

Communities on the island include Cortes Bay, Whaletown, Squirrel Cove and Mansons Landing. Desolation Sound is off the east shore of the island. Forestry, fishing and mining have featured in its history. There is also a campground at Smelt Bay Provincial Park.

Top Attractions in Cortes Island

Explore the best things to see and do in Cortes Island:

• ★Cortes Museum & Archives
• ★Kw'as Park
• ★Manson's Landing Provincial Park
• ★Misty Isles Adventures
• ★Smelt Bay Provincial Park

Where to Eat in Cortes Island

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Cortes Market Coffee & Deli
• 🍴Cortes Natural Food Co-op, Cafe & Bakery

Where to Stay in Cortes Island

• 🏨Cortes Island Motel
• 🏨Gorge Harbour Marina Resort
• 🏨Smelt Bay Provincial Park

Cortes Island Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: