Desolation Sound is a popular boating and kayaking destination north of the Sunshine Coast in the province of British Columbia. It is an area of huge mountains and wilderness with little civilization and untouched cruising grounds. For purposes of this guide, it includes the eastern portion of the Discovery Islands (East and West Redonda Islands), Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park and Toba Inlet.
- Toba Inlet., north of Desolation Sound, is known for its emerald or jade green waters and many waterfalls .
- Cassel Falls / Teakerne Arm Provincial Park, West Redonda Island, head of Teakerne Arm. The highlight is Cassel Falls, which fall directly into the ocean. There is a hiking trail to Cassel Lake, as well as fishing and swimming in both the ocean and Cassel Lake. No fee.
- Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park.
- Roscoe Bay Provincial Park, West Redonda Island, off the Waddington Channel. A park set around a small fjord with fishing, wilderness camping and anchorage. There is also a short trail to Black Lake, with a hiking trail along the lakeshore, swimming and fishing. Swimming is not recommended in Roscoe Bay. There are pit toilets but no other facilities. No fee for day use; $5/night if camping.
- Refuge Cove General Store, Refuge Cove Marina, West Redonda Island. All facilities open June-Sept; Oct-May only the general store and fueling station are open, M W F 1PM-3PM. Marina with a general store and food supplies. There is also laundry facilities, showers and a coffee shop open seasonally.
Eating options are pretty much limited to the accommodation you're staying at. Limited food supplies are available from the general store at Refuge Cove, otherwise you'll need to bring all your food with you.