Newcastle Island Provincial Marine Park, Nanaimo, Canada
Newcastle Island became a Provincial Marine Park in 1961, when the nearby city of Nanaimo granted it to the province after having acquired the island from the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1955. Situated in Nanaimo Harbour, Newcastle Island possesses a rich natural and cultural history. The island's shoreline is dominated by steep sandstone cliffs and ledges with some sandy gravel beaches. There are many caves and caverns along the shoreline, providing an appealing contrast to the upland that is covered with Douglas-fir, Arbutus, Garry Oak and Dogwood trees.
| Topic Code | Nanaimo Parks & Gardens | |
| Address | Newcastle Island | |
| City | Nanaimo | |
| State | British Columbia | |
| Zip | ' | |
| Phone | 1-250-754-7893 | |
| Categories Listed in | Nanaimo Attractions, Things to do in Nanaimo, Nanaimo Parks & Gardens, British Columbia Tourist Attractions, Things to do in and around Nanaimo |