For many buyers, remote properties hold the promise of privacy and natural beauty, but that often comes at the cost of accessibility. Distance from major centers, seasonal road conditions, or limited transportation options can make reaching these retreats challenging. Basecamp Desolation Sound, set at the northern edge of British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast, turns this compromise on its head. Here, untouched wilderness meets year-round accessibility in a way rarely found in North America. Owners enjoy the freedom to arrive by car, private plane, or boat, unlocking the rare opportunity to experience both seclusion and convenience on their own Oceanview acreage.
The Journey is the Experience
What makes Basecamp exceptional is not only its setting, a pristine 150-acre coastal landscape located at the tip of Malaspina Peninsula north in Southern British Columbia, but also the fact that it offers three distinct ways of arrival. For future homeowners, the journey itself becomes part of the lifestyle.
- Drive It: The adventure begins with a ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay to Langdale, followed by a drive along the scenic Sunshine Coast Highway. Winding through Powell River and past the charming fishing village of Lund, the road eventually transitions to a well-maintained gravel stretch leading directly into the Basecamp enclave. Few wilderness retreats in British Columbia offer such straightforward road access.
- Fly It: For those who prefer speed and spectacle, a float plane delivers you from Vancouver Harbour to Powell River in about 40 minutes, or directly onto Basecamp’s waterfront. Helicopter arrivals offer even greater flexibility and drama, sweeping over rugged coastlines, islands, and the vast expanse of the Salish Sea before landing within minutes of your property.
- Boat It: Approaching by water is perhaps the most cinematic. From Vancouver, the voyage takes roughly three hours by yacht or cruiser, with Basecamp’s shoreline offering immediate access. Temporary anchorage is already in place via mooring balls, while the planned private marina, set to complete its first phase in fall 2025, will provide secure moorage for vessels up to 100 feet. Equipped with power, freshwater, the marina elevates Basecamp into a true coastal hub.
Why Accessibility Matters
For discerning buyers, accessibility is more than convenience – it’s about freedom of choice. Whether arriving with family in an SUV, stepping off a float plane for a long weekend, or docking after a sailing trip, Basecamp ensures that homeowners are never bound to a single option. This flexibility distinguishes the community from remote cabins or island-only developments where access is limited to weather or ferry schedules.
The result is a rare harmony of seclusion and reachability. Owners can enjoy all the benefits of wilderness – untouched forests, star-filled skies, and oceanfront living – without sacrificing the practicality of road, air, or sea access.
Basecamp’s Vision for Coastal Living
Accessibility is just one part of Basecamp’s vision. The development includes 28 freehold strata lots, each ranging from 3.5 to 7 acres, designed to provide both privacy and breathtaking natural settings. Every parcel is serviced by well and septic, full electrical hookup with BC Hydro, and access to over 30,000 square feet of beachfront. The land’s topography is dramatic, offering elevated views of the Salish Sea, moss-covered bluffs, and old-growth forests.
Importantly, owners have freedom of design. With no local building permits required, residences can be tailored to reflect personal vision – whether a modern architectural retreat, an eco-friendly cabin, or a generational estate.
Lifestyle Anchored in Adventure
Life at Basecamp means more than owning land; it means becoming part of British Columbia’s coastal lifestyle. The development sits at the northern trailhead of the legendary Sunshine Coast Trail, a 180-kilometer hiking route renowned for its rugged beauty. From kayaking in sheltered inlets to paddleboarding at sunrise or fishing in quiet coves, outdoor pursuits are woven into daily life.
Evenings bring serenity, with sunsets melting over Savary Island and skies unpolluted by city lights. Whether gathered around a firepit or stargazing from your deck, the natural world takes center stage in every experience.
An Invitation to Explore
Basecamp Desolation Sound sets a new benchmark in wilderness property ownership. By offering multiple modes of access, it ensures that this coastal retreat is not only a sanctuary but also practical for year-round use. For buyers seeking rare oceanfront ownership where accessibility and seclusion converge, Basecamp represents more than a property – it represents a lifestyle where every arrival is an adventure.
For those seeking refuge, inspiration, or simply room to breathe, Basecamp Desolation Sound is a singular opportunity to own a piece of the extraordinary.
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