0.83-acre bare lot in the Ocean Falls townsite with convenient road access directly from the ferry terminal. Community services are available at the lot line through the Ocean Falls Improvement District. With no zoning in place, the property offers excellent flexibility for future development.
Foreign Buyer Ban does not apply to this property
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Set within the historic Ocean Falls townsite, this 0.83-acre bare land parcel offers a rare opportunity to build in one of British Columbia’s most unique and remote coastal communities. The property enjoys direct road access from the ferry terminal and has community services available at the lot line through the Ocean Falls Improvement District. With no zoning in place, the land provides excellent flexibility for a variety of uses, whether you envision a seasonal retreat, recreational basecamp, or a full-time remote family residence.
The lot is naturally overgrown and private, but could be easily cleared and prepared for development, with potential ocean views depending on site placement. Ocean Falls is accessible by boat, ferry, or plane only and is surrounded by pristine wilderness, offering a true off-grid coastal lifestyle without the crowds. The area is renowned for outstanding fishing, including salmon, halibut, prawns, and crab right out front, as well as endless protected inlets, anchorages, and nearby river systems to explore.
A rare chance to secure a sizeable parcel in a historic coastal community known for its dramatic scenery, abundant wildlife, and exceptional marine recreation.
Block C Fifth Street - Ocean Falls, BC
Approximately 480 km north of Vancouver, 170 km northeast of Port Hardy and 88 km west of Bella Coola in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest. Ocean Falls is perched beside the deep waters of Cousins Inlet, 24 km from the open Pacific Ocean.
BC Ferries provides public access to most of the Central Coast Communities including Ocean Falls. During the summer months, the Northern Sea Wolf operates on the Discovery Coast Passage Route and stops in Ocean Falls on a weekly basis.
You could also charter one of the local boat charter companies or a small float plane from Denny Island, Bella Bella, Port Hardy or Bella Coola.
However you come to the Central Coast, getting there will be a big part of the adventure.
Ocean Falls is in a prime location sitting in the center of the spectacular and scenic Central Coast. It is one of the most breathtaking and remote areas, surrounded by misty fjords, massive mountains, old growth rainforests and the wild Pacific Ocean. Ocean Falls also has some of the best fresh water in BC as well as the cheapest dock rates on the Central Coast.
The community of 55 full-time residents and up to 50 or more additional, seasonal residents is divided into two neighbourhoods. The Ocean Falls town site is on the right and Martin Valley is on the left. The road between them is approximately 1.5 km. You can just see a bit of water above the town site, this is Link Lake which is 18 miles (25 km) long and has great fresh water fishing. There is a hydroelectric dam and waterfall just above the town site that provides power to the town.
Mail is delivered once per week by plane and groceries are by barge and ferry delivery every two weeks. Boat fuel can be purchased off of the barge when it is in. The community hosts a community garden, a small convenience store, gift store as well as a salmon festival at the end of August. The Government dock offers water, Wi-Fi and power for vessels of any size. Year-round and short-term rental accommodations are available.
The Central Coast of BC is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, and Ocean Falls and nearby Denny Island put you right in the middle of it. This remote region offers world-class fishing—both freshwater and saltwater—including salmon, trout, halibut, and bottom fish. Link Lake and surrounding rivers provide excellent freshwater angling, while the rich waters of Fitz Hugh Sound and Queen Charlotte Sound are ideal for sport fishing and boating adventures.
The area is also a haven for wildlife watching. Bald eagles, black bears, coastal grey wolves, and the rare spirit bear roam the ancient rainforests, while whales and dolphins frequent the nearby ocean. Kayaking and paddleboarding along fjords, inlets, and sheltered bays bring you closer to the region’s stunning scenery and marine life. Hiking, camping, and exploring the untouched rainforest trails offer endless opportunities for adventure and solitude.
For those who enjoy a more relaxed pace, Ocean Falls, Bella Bella and Denny Island offer community amenities, cultural events, and seasonal festivals, including the popular salmon festival. The combination of remote wilderness and easy access to essential services makes this part of the Central Coast a unique playground for recreation and adventure year-round.
The Heiltsuk natives inhabited the coastal region surrounding Ocean Falls for more than 9,000 years. In 1903, the Bella Coola Pulp and Paper Company surveyed the area for hydro power potential of the site. In 1906, following the company's acquisition of 260 acres (1.1 km2) of land clearing began for the town and three years later, a sawmill, hospital and school were established. In 1912, the dam was erected and the pulp mill began operating. The Ocean Falls pulp and paper mill was the largest mill in British Columbia for many years. Ocean Falls' population numbered 250 in 1912 and grew to 3,500 by 1950. By 1970, the number of inhabitants had dropped to 1,500 and by 1990, only about 70 people, mostly loggers, remained.
The profit structure of the original investment changed considerably during the mill's many years of operation. Low labor costs, inexpensive hydro power and low infrastructure costs made the Ocean Falls mill a viable proposition. Nevertheless, the remote location, rising labor costs and the high cost of operating a town site made further investment unattractive. The Ocean Falls pulp and paper mill was a very large and complex production facility and modernization costs were prohibitive.
By the early 1970s, the facility was inefficient and uneconomical. The owner at that time, Crown Zellerbach, decided to close the plant and effectively shut down the town by March 1973. The provincial government bought the town and mill at a minimal cost a few weeks before the planned closure and kept the mill operating until 1980. The Ocean Falls mill thus joined the ranks of other older, remote pulp and paper mills in British Columbia and finally shut down during the latter part of the twentieth century.
Today, much of the town has been demolished, and many of the remaining buildings are in decay. Nevertheless, Ocean Falls maintains a residential community and a social network of former residents.
52°21'14.99"N and 127°41'28.52"W
Water, sewer and power are available from the Ocean Falls Improvement District.
$267.58 (2025)
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BLOCK C, DISTRICT LOT 103, RANGE 3, COAST DISTRICT
PID 017-624-380
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