Meldrum Bay is a small town at the southern end of a deep, crystal clear bay. When we were there in 1989, the water clarity astounded us. There is excellent shelter from most winds, but only a small spit of land provides protection from the north. When heavy winds blow from that direction, a considerable surge can occur. You may notice the tilt to some of the end pilings which anchor the floating docks in the picture.
Only about 60 people live in Meldum Bay, so the shoreside facilities are a little sparse. The Meldrum Bay Hotel features excellent dining as prepared by their Hungarian chef. During the summer, local women often bring fresh baked pies down to the dock to sell to visiting boaters. The white freight building on the dock houses the harbormaster's office, where you can purchase charts and marine supplies.
If you need a hot shower, you can (for a $2.00 fee) use the camp showers just up the road, but be advised that they are a little "rustic".
When leaving the harbour (as the Canadians spell it), the bay curves gently to the west, revealing Twenty Minute Point.
This article first appeared in 1995.
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