3447 - Nanaimo Harbour & Departure Bay Nautical Chart

The Port of Call: 3447 - Nanaimo Harbour & Departure Bay

Navigate the "Hub City" with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3447 is the specialized, large-scale "road map" for mariners entering Nanaimo Harbour and the busy waters of Departure Bay. From major commercial ferry terminals to the scenic anchorages of Newcastle Island, this chart provides the granular detail required for safe transit.

High-Precision Data for Urban Waterways

Nanaimo is a unique maritime environment where international shipping, BC Ferries, seaplanes, and recreational vessels converge. CHS Chart 3447 provides the critical data required for:

• Exceptional 1:10,000 Scale: Offers maximum detail for the narrow entries of the harbour and the technical approaches to the Nanaimo Yacht Club and commercial wharves.

• Ferry & Seaplane Awareness: Explicitly marks the frequent-transit routes for Departure Bay ferries and the designated seaplane landing zones, vital for maintaining situational awareness.

• Anchorages & Hazards: Provides precise bathymetry and seafloor characteristics for the Inner and Outer Harbours, identifying safe holding ground and submerged dangers like reefs and shoals.

• Newcastle Island & Protection Island: Includes comprehensive mapping for the recreational passages surrounding these iconic local parks, ensuring safe clearance for smaller craft.

The Professional Standard for Nanaimo Navigation

As a primary gateway for Vancouver Island commerce, the reliability of Chart 3447 is paramount. Whether you are a ship's pilot, a recreational sailor, or a commercial fisherman, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to navigate these technical waters with total confidence.