A campground and picnic area are provided. This marine park encompasses an island of 306 hectares where a shoreline of sandstone cliffs, with caves and caverns within, meets sandy gravel beaches. Newcastle Island is accessible by boat from Nanaimo. There are 18 tent sites available with toilets, wood and water nearby. Group camping facilities may be reserved.
Trails provide access to all areas of the island.
Nearby attractions include Cameron Lake, ocean beaches and Cathedral grove . Sproat Lake, home of the world's largest water bomber, is a superb area for fishing, swimming and waterskiing. Ancient native petroglyphs are located nearby. A picnic area and firepits are provided. Two campgrounds, with 60 sites combined, provide water, wood, toilets and a sani-station.