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Bute Island
Bute Island is a tiny 0.9-hectare island sitting right in Ladysmith Harbour — anchor off and you've got front-row views of the Gulf Islands and the mountain backdrop beyond. It became a regional park only in 2018, so it still feels like a quiet find rather than a tourist draw. The easy shoreline trail loops around in under a mile, making it a great excuse to stretch your legs and take in the scenery.
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Marinas and anchorages near Bute Island · times are dock to dock
Popular Times
Boats arriving and leaving, by local hour — the hours the quay is actually working.
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- Busiest around 13:00 — mostly boats arriving
- Half the boats that stop here have arrived by 13:00
- 86% of visits are overnight
- Typical stay: ~20h
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