Discovery Harbour Fuel Sales

On the Water

Boater's guide to the fuel dock

Everything you need for a smooth stop — today's tides, live wind over Discovery Passage, and how to approach, hail and tie up.

Tides & currents

Plan around the water

Live predictions for the Campbell River station, plus a heads-up on Discovery Passage currents — some of the strongest tidal flows on the coast.

Today's tides

Campbell River · heights in metres

Discovery Passage currents

Seymour Narrows & the dock face

Currents run hard through Discovery Passage, and nearby Seymour Narrows is among the fastest tidal passages in the world — flows can exceed 14 knots on a big exchange. Time your transit for slack water and expect current along the fuel dock, especially on large tides.

  • Check current predictions before you transit the narrows
  • Approach the dock into the current for better control
Seymour Narrows current predictions

Live wind

Wind over Discovery Passage

Live wind map centred on Campbell River (knots). Drag, zoom and scrub the forecast timeline.

Wind data via Windy.com. Always check the official Environment Canada marine forecast ↗ before heading out.

At the dock

How to fuel up with us

A smooth stop, start to finish.

Discovery Passagecurrent runs N–S · reverses with the tideCAMPBELL RIVEROcean PacificBoatyardDiscovery Harbour MarinaFUEL DOCKyour approachcome in slow · into the currentHAIL US ON VHF 66AN
Schematic for orientation only — not for navigation. Always use up-to-date CHS charts (available in-store) and confirm your tie-up side with us on VHF 66A.
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    Hail us on VHF 66A

    As you line up your approach, call “Discovery Harbour Fuel” on VHF Channel 66A. Give your vessel name, size and what you need so we can have the right pump and a hand ready. Keep it brief and stand by for our reply — or call ahead at (250) 287-3456.

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    Approaching the dock

    The fuel dock sits on the Campbell River waterfront at Discovery Harbour Marina, directly behind the Ocean Pacific boatyard. Come in slow — Discovery Passage currents can run hard along the face of the dock. Make your approach into the stronger of wind or current so it sets you onto, not off, the float.

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    Tying up

    Rig fenders on both sides and have bow and stern lines led and ready before you arrive. Confirm which side to tie on 66A. Bring crew to the rail ready to step — never jump — ashore, and pass lines early so we can take a turn for you.

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    Mind the tide

    Campbell River sees a large tidal swing — often 3–4 m between low and high — so the float height and current change through the day. Plan your approach and departure around the tide. Up-to-date CHS charts and tide books are available in-store.

Fuelling safety

  • Shut down engines and extinguish all open flames before fuelling
  • No smoking on the dock or deck
  • Close hatches and ports; keep crew and pets clear of the pumps
  • Know your tank fills — ask us for a hand if you’re unsure

Coming in for fuel?

Hail us on VHF Channel 66A or call ahead — we'll be ready at the pump.

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