Are you a nature lover? If you want to experience the island’s wildlife and natural wonders, we can help. We have insider tips on wildlife watching both on and off the water, fishing adventures, birding, eco-friendly experiences and great photography locations.
This Mid-Island suspension bridge is part of the Trans Canada Trail, but luckily, you don’t need to walk the entire trail to experience this cool feature! The path leading to the bridge is a nice easy, beautiful walk. The only……
The northern portion of Vancouver Island is one of the best locations in Canada to view karst topography. And the Alice Lake loop is the perfect place to start. On this drive, you can find Canada’s largest cenote, plenty of……
This small island off Nanaimo offers spectacular topography, a bird sanctuary, and plenty of opportunities to spot sea life. Not only that, but this marine access-only hidden gem is a fantastic dive site, too. The only catch is that you……
When it comes to freshwater swimming spots, Vancouver Island has many to choose from. And with the summer’s warmth, it’s the perfect time to share a few of my favourite Vancouver Island lakes. The below list is written in geographical…
Gabriola Island has much to offer with its fantastic beaches, parks, ocean views and incredible sunsets. Located approximately 5 km east of Nanaimo, it’s the northernmost island of the Southern Gulf Islands. A 20-minute BC Ferry ride gets you from…
We are back exploring Port Alberni because there are so many incredible places to discover! This month’s hidden gem has us making a 3.2 km loop hike to a stunning Alberni Valley Waterfall. Quick Facts Alberni Valley Waterfall Trail -……
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…
There are over 120 Vancouver Island Provincial Parks! This includes parks on the smaller islands surrounding Vancouver Island and Marine Provincial Parks. This large number also includes the three National Parks found here, but doesn’t include Regional Parks, many of…
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……