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Posted on: Friday, July 19, 2024
Highway 17 Closures
Keating Cross Road Overpass Project
Victoria to Swartz Bay
July 25, 29 and August 7, 2024
Patricia Bay Highway (Hwy 17) between Victoria and Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island will be temporarily closed from Tanner Road to Island View Road due to the Keating Cross Road Overpass Project during the noted times on the following dates:
Scheduled Highway Closures
Thursday, |
Monday, |
Wednesday, |
10:00 pm – 6:00 am |
8:00 pm – 6:00 am |
10:00 pm – 6:00 am |
Customers looking to travel to or from Swartz Bay terminal during closure times will be impacted and should plan their travel accordingly. A detour will be in effect via Central Saanich Road. Customers should be prepared for a 15-20 minute delay as a result.
Those using transit to Swartz Bay are strongly advised to take earlier bus departures because of the detour. Additional information is available online at: https://alerts.bctransit.com/RouteAlertsDetail/45/70/724.
For more information, please check the Keating Cross Overpass Project website here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation-projects/other-transportation-projects/highway-17-keating-cross-overpass.
For up-to-date sailing and departure information, check Current Conditions, follow @BCFerries on X, or phone 1-888-223-3779 for further assistance.
OVERVIEW
Masset is located at the northern end of Graham Island. The small village is the northern gateway to North Beach and Naikoon Provincial Park, famous for its hiking trails, bird-watching opportunities, and the world-renowned Haida artists in the area.
Top things to do
Discover local history and art
Learn about the Indigenous history of the area and marvel at the totem poles in Old Massett, or visit a Haida carver studio.
Experience panoramic views
Hike Tow Hill, an isolated volcanic plug, to see spectacular sweeping views of Naikoon Provincial Park.
Enjoy beach activities
Head to North Beach to comb the beach for razor clams, or check out the local surf scene.
Bird watch
Keep an eye out for some of the 150 species of birds that have been spotted at the Delkatla Nature Sanctuary.
Explore the Blow Hole Trail
Walk the Blow Hole Trail to see water surging through the rocks, and learn about Haida legends and culture.
Nearby cities
Daajing Giids
Daajing Giids (formerly Queen Charlotte City) is a charming fishing village situated on the shores of the Skidegate Inlet, on the Southern end of Graham Island. Explore the area's beautiful natural surroundings, visit shops and galleries, or head out on a guided tour.
Tlell
Nestled along the east coast of Graham Island, Tlell is the perfect place to enjoy wildlife adventures, hikes, cultural experiences and even a music festival.
Prince Rupert
Relax in the port of Prince Rupert, a stunning destination equipped with all the amenities you need, and the perfect place to unwind before or after your ferry journey. During your visit, make sure you take a life-changing wildlife adventure to see resident orcas, humpbacks and grizzly bears.
Port Hardy
Travel to the north of Vancouver Island to the active community of Port Hardy—providing lots of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors all year long, or somewhere to simply relax before boarding the ferry to travel to northern British Columbia.
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