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Chemainus Bay
✨ Hidden gem
Chemainus Bay sits on the southeast side of Vancouver Island, tucked between Duncan and Ladysmith in the Cowichan Valley — you anchor off here and dinghy ashore to explore one of BC's quirkiest small towns. Chemainus is famous for its 40+ professional outdoor murals, carvings and statues that cover the entire community, making a wander through town genuinely worth the trip. If you're up for stretching your legs further, the Halalt Island paddle is nearby for an easy flat-water excursion.
Marinas and anchorages near Chemainus Bay · times are dock to dock
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Popular Times
How full it gets, by local hour — tallest when the most boats are here.
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- Fullest around 18:00, emptiest around 10:00
- Half the boats arrive by 13:00
- 87% of visits are overnight
- Typical day stop: ~3h · max recorded 6 boats
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24 legs boats have actually been recorded sailing.
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