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.
Hemer Provincial Park, located in Nanaimo, offers visitors a lake and a marsh popular among bird watchers. A Bit of History Since 1890, the Hemer family has owned farmland in Cedar. In 1981, John Delbert Hemer and his sister, Violet,…
While travelling along the backroads in the Comox Valley, you can find a magical place near Courtenay. And as the hike is only 1.8 km, it’s a relatively easy spot to access. Quick Facts A Magical Place that Requires Caution……
Marble River Provincial Park, located near Port Alice on northern Vancouver Island, is a great place to explore at any time of year. During the summer, you can swim in shallower sections of the river, and during the fall, it’s…
Home to a group of small islands just off Port Hardy, God’s Pocket Provincial Marine Park provides some of the best scuba diving, fishing and wildlife viewing on Vancouver Island. Quick Park Facts A large pod of Orcas swam by…
Venture into the enchanting realm of Port Hardy, where we discover a unique boardwalk trail. While the west side of Vancouver Island boasts its share of these scenic pathways, this unexpected gem awaits at the island’s northern tip. Imagine strolling…
I’ve had this secluded high elevation lake on my hiking bucket list for quite some time, but it requires gates to be open in order to get there. After noticing they were finally open, we jumped at the chance to……
We were looking for a cabin on the ocean that slept four and a location that had either its own marina or at least a boat launch. I also knew I wanted to head north. After much research, Brown’s Bay…
A very short drive off the Inland Island Hwy, you can find this magnificent Comox Valley hidden gem and waterfall. Quick Facts Brown’s River Falls This upper portion of the Puntledge River is an incredible spot to explore. The river……
This beautiful beach on the scenic Strait of Juan de Fuca near Jordan River is the ideal spot to explore. In the spring and fall, it’s a popular location to watch for migrating Gray whales. The park offers 69 year-round…