
Navigate the heart of the Pacific Northwest's inland waters with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3462 is the indispensable "road map" for mariners, providing the continuous, large-scale coverage required to transition from the Juan de Fuca Strait into the protected reaches of the Strait of Georgia.
This chart is a vital resource for vessels transiting the international boundary waters where British Columbia and Washington State meet. CHS Chart 3462 provides the precise data required for:
Strategic 1:80,000 Scale: Offers a broad yet detailed view, perfect for passage planning through Haro Strait, Boundary Pass, and the Southern Gulf Islands.
Total Regional Awareness: Features comprehensive mapping of Victoria, BC, the San Juan Islands, and the entries to Saanich Inlet, ensuring mariners have a complete picture of the surrounding coastal features.
International Shipping Safety: Clearly identifies the major shipping lanes and Traffic Separation Schemes (TSS) used by international cargo vessels, tankers, and commercial ferries.
Hazard & Shoal Identification: Explicitly marks submerged rocks, reefs, and navigational aids, providing the reliability needed to navigate the rocky island archipelagos and technical channels of the Salish Sea.
With the high density of commercial shipping and recreational boating in these waters, the reliability of Chart 3462 is more vital than ever. Whether you are a professional pilot, a commercial fisherman, or a recreational boater exploring the iconic Gulf Islands, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to navigate from port to port with total confidence.
| Feature | Details |
| Chart Number | 3462 |
| Region | Pacific Coast (Salish Sea / Juan de Fuca to Georgia Strait) |
| Scale | 1:80,000 (Coastal Scale) |
| Dimensions | 36" x 48" (Standard Paper Size) |
| Publisher | Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) |
| Key Coverage | Juan de Fuca Strait, Strait of Georgia, Victoria, San Juan Islands, Gulf Islands |
| Vessel Compliance | Meets official carriage requirements for safe marine navigation |