If you're cruising the Broughton Archipelago, Lacey Falls is one of those places people always talk about. We made the trip there on January 6, 2025, and while it wasn’t quite what we expected, it was still worth the visit.

Leaving Turnbull Cove in the Fog

We started the day in Turnbull Cove. It's a great anchorage with a mud bottom, so holding is solid. It’s also a good spot to leave the boat and explore by dinghy. When we left that morning, the whole area was socked in with fog, which made things interesting.

Quick Drive-By of Sullivan Bay

On the way to Lacey Falls, we pulled into Sullivan Bay. Unfortunately the marina was closed for the season. Remember, we were here in January.

Even though we didn’t stop at Sullivan Bay this time, it’s worth mentioning that it has an interesting history. It started as a fishing outpost and is now a popular marina spot during the summer. The nickname “Little America” fits—it has all the things boaters need, and lots of American boaters spend time there.

Arriving at Lacey Falls

Our plan was to dip the bow of our 78' boat into the waterfall. But since it was January, the water flow was too low. We could see rocks at the base, so getting too close wasn’t safe either so we backed off and just admired the view. The waterfall was still beautiful, though, with different colours of algae growing on the rocks.

Tip: You’ll probably get a better experience if you visit during the spring or after a good rain.

Backtracking to Viner Sound

After Lacey Falls, we headed to Viner Sound. It’s calm, protected, and when we arrived, we were greeted by seven trumpeter swans. Apparently, they winter there. It was a cool way to end the day.

Final Thoughts

Even though we couldn’t dip our bow into Lacey Falls, the trip was still awesome. Between the foggy departure from Turnbull Cove, checking out Sullivan Bay, and the swan-filled sunset at Viner Sound, it was a solid day of cruising. If you're heading through the Broughtons, Lacey Falls is worth a visit—but maybe wait for spring melt.

👉 Check out our other blogs on Turnbull Cove and Viner Sound if you're planning to stop there too!