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Sandspit is a small hamlet on the Queen Charlotte Islands located north of Vancouver Island and west of mainland British Columbia. Situated on the tip of Moresby Island, which is 14 km (9 mi) east of Alliford Bay, Sandspit is easily accessible by air from Vancouver and Prince Rupert. The Queen Charlotte Islands may also be accessed by ferry from Prince Rupert. Sandspit has a lengthy history which dates back to at least one ancient Haida Village, Kil. Farms and ranches were established by Sandspit's first settlers around the grassy flats and the area's first major industry in 1910 was a dogfish oilery and later in 1913, a fish cannery was set-up. Today, the main industries are transportation, logging and tourism. Sandspit is the starting point for those wanting to visit the Gwaii Haanas National Park. Departure is by air or water, since there are no roads to the park. Plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities are available in Sandspit and the surrounding area. Wildlife viewing, hiking, fishing and camping are popular activities. Dover Trail is often used by hikers and is not groomed and rather rugged.
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