Grizzly Bear tours on Vancouver Island offer a unique and exhilarating opportunity to witness these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. While Vancouver Island itself doesn’t have a huge population of Grizzly Bears (only three grizzlies so far have been…
Strathcona Park is the oldest BC Provincial Park, established in 1911. Spanning over 250,000 hectares in the heart of Vancouver Island, it is known for its rugged mountains, glacier-fed lakes, cascading waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. The park offers a variety…
The Old Island Highway, also known as the Oceanside Route, runs parallel to the Island’s eastern shores and features fantastic views of the Salish Sea. This scenic route crosses Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lighthouse Country, Royston, Courtenay, Comox, Black Creek, and…
Both Gold River and Tahsis can be considered hidden gems. These small communities receive very little exposure. And yet, these areas offer some amazing outdoor recreation opportunities, including caving, fishing, camping, and hiking. This article showcases the hidden gems found……
I have said it many times, but we have incredible talent here on Vancouver Island. This is definitely the case regarding the large driftwood creations you can spot scattered around the island. You’ll find them on beaches, in the forest,…
Each time we explore Campbell River, we find something new. And when we use our trusty backroad map book to guide us, we always stumble across the most extraordinary places. These secret potholes near Campbell River are worth driving down……
For a few years, my husband has been telling me about a beautiful spot near Sayward that he knew I would love. We finally made the drive up there, and it did not disappoint. This secret spot is a must-see……
Morton Lake Provincial Park near Campbell River offers beautiful lakeside camping with plenty of fishing, swimming and canoeing opportunities. A Bit of History In July 1938, a devastating wildfire called ‘The Great Campbell River Fire’ burned more than 30,000 hectares…
Vancouver Island’s backroads provide incredible gems to explore, including this hidden Campbell River waterfall. The wonderful thing about Campbell River is that much of the backroads are on crown land. This means we can access it without having to worry……