3539 - Discovery Passage Nautical Chart

The Current Master: 3539 - Discovery Passage

Navigate the powerful tidal currents and legendary waters of the Inside Passage with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3539 is the definitive "road map" for mariners, providing the high-resolution 1:40,000 scale data required for navigating Discovery Passage, one of the most critical and technical segments of British Columbia’s coastline.

Precision for High-Traffic Tidal Corridors

Discovery Passage is the primary route for commercial shipping and cruise ships heading north, home to the formidable Seymour Narrows. CHS Chart 3539 provides the "ground-truth" data required for safe pilotage:

• Strategic 1:40,000 Scale: Offers the precise detail needed to navigate the narrow confines of the passage, ensuring safe leads through the high-current waters of the Seymour Narrows.

• Essential Harbour & Terminal Data: Features detailed mapping for the Campbell River waterfront, including ferry terminals, marinas, and the industrial docks at Duncan Bay.

• Crucial Navigational Aids: Clearly identifies the range lights, buoys, and beacons essential for maintaining a safe course through the shifting eddies and heavy traffic of the passage.

• Hazard & Bathymetry Identification: Explicitly marks submerged rocks, shoals, and seafloor characteristics, providing the reliability needed to navigate safely near Menzies Bay and the shores of Quadra Island.

The Professional Standard for Coastal Transit

As the gateway to the North Coast and a hub for world-class salmon fishing, the reliability of Chart 3539 is paramount. Whether you are a professional pilot guiding a deep-sea vessel, a commercial fisherman, or a recreational boater on a northern expedition, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to navigate from port to port with total confidence.