Level 2 Independent

North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel

8635 Granville St, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

Max power: Up to 7.2 kW; Level 2
Charging ports: 1; J1772
Price: Free; No charging fee listed
Hours: 24/7; Open all day

North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 8635 Granville St in Port Hardy, BC. It has 1 charging port with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open 24 hours a day.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~39km

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~8.3hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

1 port · 7 kW

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

Free

Network listing: “Free; donation box available”

Location and access

Address: 8635 Granville St
Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0
Coordinates: 50.72187, -127.49116
Finding the chargers: Unit 101
Hours: 24/7for customers only
Phone: 250-949-9441
On site: LodgingRestrooms24/7 Access

Questions drivers ask

How fast is North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel?

Charging is listed as free (Free; donation box available). Parking fees or time limits may still apply.

What plugs does North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel have?

1 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.

Is North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel open 24/7?

Yes, the network lists it as open 24 hours a day. Note: for customers only.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 350734. Last confirmed by the network on Dec 12, 2025; opened Jul 18, 2025.