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Land of the Watchmen: The Queen Charlotte Islands

Known as the Canadian Galápagos, the Queen Charlotte Islands make a breathtaking argument for sustainable tourism. You can thank the native Haida, who keep a close eye on the place.
By Taras Grescoe, April 2006 issue |

  • Copper Beech House Masset, 250/626-5441, copperbeechhouse.com, from $110, dinner $44

  • Alaska View Lodge Masset, 800/661-0019, alaskaviewlodge.ca, from $100

    • Sea lions frolic in the southern part of Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve (João Canziani) [enlarge photo]

    APRIL 2006 ISSUE
    • Table of Contents
    • Barnard, Vermont
    • Queen Charlotte Islands
    • Secret Hotels of Cornwall
    • The Ultimate Guide to Free Travel
    • Road Trip: South Dakota
    • 40 Best Vacations

  • Gwaii Haanas Guest House 250/559-8638, gwaiihaanas.com, from $96, includes all meals

    • Food

  • Queen B's 3201 Wharf St., Queen Charlotte City, 250/559-4463, salmon dinner $15

  • Dinner at Keenawii's 237 Highway 16, Skidegate, 250/559-8347, $48 per person

  • Haida Rose 415 Frog St., Old Masset, 250/626-3310, cappuccino $2

    • Activities

  • Port Clements Historical Society and Museum 45 Bayview Dr., 250/557-4576, $2

  • Haida Heritage Centre at Qay'llnagaay 1 Second Beach Rd., Skidegate, 250/559-4643

    • Resources

  • Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve 250/559-8818, parkscanada.gc.ca/gwaiihaanas, permit $9 per person per day

  • Visitor Information Centre 3220 Wharf St., Queen Charlotte City, 250/559-8316, qcinfo.ca

    • Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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