Activity: Fishing
French Beach
The 1,600-meter beach is ideal for exploring and whale watching. Gray whales pass by in spring as they migrate north and then return again in fall. Roaming pods of resident […]
Read more »Cowichan River
If it’s outdoor recreation you’re after, Cowichan River Park is the place to go. Great for swimming, canoeing, white-water kayaking, tubing, camping, fishing, and hiking. Also, it’s a great place […]
Read more »Carmanah Walbran
This lush forested sanctuary is one of the most remarkable wild places on Vancouver Island. It contains diverse forest ecosystems, including a large Sitka spruce ecosystem that represents 2% of […]
Read more »Taylor Arm
Group camping, two day-use areas for picnicking and undeveloped beach areas for visitors to enjoy many water activities on Sproat Lake. A short trail from the campground area leads to […]
Read more »Stamp River
Well known for its great fishing. Stamp River is a year-round destination and well known for the annual run of Pacific salmon, which wait in the pool below Stamp Falls […]
Read more »Squitty Bay – Lasqueti Island
This small park is a pleasant place to enjoy a picnic or spend a day exploring rocky headlands and arid terrain.
Read more »Sproat Lake
A popular destination for swimming, fishing, waterskiing and, when the wind is up, windsurfing. Short hiking trails lead visitors around the park, including a trail to the east end of […]
Read more »Spider Lake
A very popular day-use destination; Spider Lake provides great swimming and fishing opportunities and is only 20 minutes from Rathtrevor Beach or Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park.
Read more »Roberts Memorial
This day-use area protects sandstone ledges and a shell midden on the beach, an example of how First Nations people harvested intertidal food.
Read more »Saysutshun/Newcastle Island Marine – Newcastle Island
This family friendly park is accessible only by foot passenger ferry or boat. With breathtaking views of the Coastal Mountains and the Harbour City, the island offers a unique natural, […]
Read more »Maquinna Marine (Hot Springs Cove)
This Park boasts naturally occurring hot springs and pools that interface with the tidal flux. There is a strictly enforced “leave no trace” policy – pack out everything you pack […]
Read more »Kennedy Lake
Popular lake and beach; visitors can swim, kayak, fish and windsurf in summer (use extreme caution as winds may whip up with little warning due to mountains and size of […]
Read more »Jedediah Island Marine – Jedediah Island
3.5 km of trails cross the island to connect the secluded bays. Hike to the homestead to view the remaining barn and other structures and the vast orchard. Please practice […]
Read more »Hemer
11 km of hiking trails encompassing protected wetlands and a Douglas Fir forest around Holden Lake.
Read more »Gabriola Island – Gabriola Island
All 3 parks allow for spectacular vistas of the Strait of Georgia, making them a great day trip adventure from Rathtrevor Beach or Englishman River Falls.
Read more »Tribune Bay – Hornby Island
Tribune Bay located on Hornby Island is nicknamed “Little Hawaii” and features white sandy beaches that stretch endlessly out to meet an aquamarine sea. Boasting close to 1 km of […]
Read more »Strathcona
Buttle Lake and Ralph River offer serene base camps, from which one can venture out to any of the 52 kilometres of hiking trails in the mountains of the very […]
Read more »Schoen Lake
Schoen Lake, one of the most beautiful parks on Vancouver Island, has countless opportunities for wilderness hiking, backpacking, boating, fishing and swimming. This park is operated by Namgis First Nation.
Read more »Sandy Island Marine (Jáji7em and Kw’ulh Marine) – Denman Island
Sandy Island is marine accessible or walkable during low tide when a sandy spit between the two islands appears.
Read more »Morton Lake
Morton Lake is a best kept secret. The beautiful, rustic campground offers great fishing, swimming and canoeing opportunities. The day-use area is a sandy beach perfect for sunbathing and swimming. […]
Read more »Miracle Beach
A favourite destination for both locals and family camping groups, few locations on Vancouver Island compare to popular Miracle Beach Provincial Park. The campground and surrounding area features a large […]
Read more »Mansons Landing – Cortes Island
Saltwater lagoon with a natural 365-metre spit and fresh water swimming on Hague Lake. No camping permitted; however, camping is available at nearby Smelt Bay Provincial Park.
Read more »Elk Falls
Conveniently located minutes from downtown Campbell River, this park is an ideal base camp to enjoy while exploring the region. Elk Falls (Quinsam Campground) is a popular destination campground that […]
Read more »Cape Scott
The park offers more than 115 km of scenic ocean frontage, including about 30 km of spectacular remote beaches. There are many bears throughout Cape Scott and visitors should be […]
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