Port Clements | Gamadiis
A drive 35 minutes south up Massett Inlet | Gaw Kaahlii will carry visitors through bogs and cedar forests, past Pure Lake | Gantl’ Gadaas to Port Clements | Gamadiis. This is one of seven village sites that flourished around Yaagun Kaahlii Stl’ang, an estuary at the mouth of Yakoun River | Yaagun Gandlee to the west. With Gámdas Gandlee to its east, the modern village of Port Clements | Gamadiis lives among abundant natural ecological wealth. The waterways shelter nine salmonid species, two lamprey species, and birds of all kinds. These nourish and maintain surrounding spruce and cedar old-growth forests.The modern village at Port Clements | Gamadiis was founded in 1907 under the name Queenstown. Residents later changed the name to Port Clements in 1914. Today hard-working and friendly logging families fill the town.
Explore
On the west side of town, you will find RV and camping sites at Sunset Park, a two-kilometre trail along berry-filled waterfront, and a walk through old-growth at Golden Spruce Trail | K’iid K’iiyaas K’yuu. The gravel road leading west out of Port Clements | Gamadiis turns south to a vast network of logging roads. These roads will lead you to Rennell Sound | Chaahluu Kaahlii and Yakoun Lake | Yaagun. It can be easy to get lost. You will need accurate maps, and a VHF radio tuned to the local frequency is recommended.
Amenities
You will find a grocery store, hostel, restaurant and bar, gas station, post office, library and docks. Some residents also maintain businesses in adventure tourism, including kayaking and fishing outfits. Be certain to stop at the Port Clements Museum to see a terrific collection of objects that defined Haida Gwaii’s recent history.
Hiking
Take a stroll along the two-kilometre berry-filled waterfront trail on the west side of town or a walk through old-growth at Golden Spruce Trail | K’iid K’iiyaas K’yuu.
Sunset Park
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The Sunset Park Campground peak season is mid-May to mid-October every year, but the campground is available for reservations throughout the year. The peaceful campground offers 4 private tent platforms, 6 large RV sites, and a large picnic gazebo. Sunset Park has electrical hookups, potable water, and outhouses. There is no internet or wifi at the campground, no shower facilities and no laundry services.
Reservations can only be made at the Village Office or online. Reservations are not refundable after two weeks of making the reservation or within two weeks of the check-in date for a reservation. Campers can also drop-in at the campsite, which is first-come, first-served, with the exception of reservations. Campers are encouraged to check-in at the Village Office to make a payment or check for availability.
Don't Miss
Check out the many historical offerings and get expert advice at the Port Clements Museum.
Stop in at Bayview Market for groceries, gifts, supplies and more.
Rent a kayak, take a lesson or enjoy a guided adventure with Kayak Haida Gwaii.
Get some delicious food at Fork in Port food truck.
