Rocks also bear the marks of First Nations people in the form of petroglyphs and of early explorers in the region. The Central Coast has a rich cultural heritage. Great tribal nations flourished here long before European explorers began charting and naming the land, waters and the original inhabitants. Fortunately, some of the ancient names are being restored and are making their way into our maps, books and information materials. Several museums and heritage sites offer insights into the daily lives, arts, technologies and spirituality of these peoples.
Official permission is required to have the privilege to visit some locations.
The weather here can be fearsome in the Winter and quite temperate in the Summer, Spring and early Fall. The high rainfall assures good conditions for the plentiful plant and animal life found along this coast. In the Summer, the protected waters in this area provide visitors the ability to explore this magnificent landscape which is both exquisite and fragile. Great care must be taken to protect it for future generations of animals, plants and people. The majority of this remote region is accessible only by private or chartered boat or float plane.