3936 - Fitz Hugh Sound to Lama Passage Nautical Chart

The Inside Passage Arterial: 3936 - Fitz Hugh Sound to Lama Passage

Navigate the backbone of the British Columbia Central Coast with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3936 is the essential 1:40,000 scale "road map" for mariners, providing the high-resolution data required for safe passage through the deep-water reaches of Fitz Hugh Sound and the intricate, island-studded waters of Lama Passage.

Precision for Strategic Transit and Coastal Hubs

This region serves as a vital artery for BC Ferries, commercial shipping, and recreational cruisers moving north toward the Mid-Coast. CHS Chart 3936 provides the "ground-truth" data required for safe pilotage in these technical zones:

• The Bella Bella Gateway: Features high-resolution mapping for the eastern approaches to Bella Bella and McLoughlin Bay, ensuring safe leads for vessels seeking supplies, fuel, or culture in the Heiltsuk Nation's territory.

• Hunter & Denny Island Complexity: Detailed bathymetry for the channels surrounding Hunter Island and the southern shores of Denny Island, including the entrance to Shearwater.

• Burke Channel & Fisher Channel Junction: Provides the resolution necessary to navigate the major intersections leading into the inland fjords of the Great Bear Rainforest.

• Hazard & Landmark Identification: Explicitly marks the numerous drying reefs, kelp forests, and navigational aids that define the winding passage through the archipelago, vital for situational awareness in the region's frequent fog and rain.

The Professional Standard for Mid-Coast Navigation

As the primary navigational resource for vessels transiting between the Hakai Luxvbalis Conservatory and the Milbanke Sound approaches, the reliability of Chart 3936 is paramount. Specifically designed to meet the rigorous requirements of marine navigation, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to explore the Central Coast with total confidence.