Guidebook for Fanny Bay
Land and Sea Brewing Company
Fanny Bay Oysters Seafood Shop
6856 Island Hwy SFresh and Local
Fanny Bay Inn
7480 Island Hwy SJust celebrating its 80th Birthday it is a landmark!
The hotel, Bistro, Restaurant and Spa are world class and a must visit for anyone in need to some tasty treats and loving TLC!
55 locals recommend
Kingfisher Oceanside Resort and Spa
4330 Island Hwy SThe hotel, Bistro, Restaurant and Spa are world class and a must visit for anyone in need to some tasty treats and loving TLC!
One of our favourite spaces to enjoy a lunch or dinner. Beautiful terrace in the summer and warm and inviting in the fall. (Note : it is closed from Nov-Feb)
72 locals recommend
Cuckoo Trattoria and Pizzeria
2310 Alberni HwyOne of our favourite spaces to enjoy a lunch or dinner. Beautiful terrace in the summer and warm and inviting in the fall. (Note : it is closed from Nov-Feb)
Tidal Taco Shack
6001 Island Hwy W...Lets just say you must!
The White Whale Restaurant
975 Comox RdThe best place in town!
Yellow Deli & Common Ground Bakery
596 5th StBest Breakfast in town!
Bigfoot Donuts
477 5th StBecause you have to try it...really...you must!
If you have room for it, this is the place to have yourself and incredible breakfast...be early or stand in line!
24 locals recommend
The Hen and Hog Cafe
1190 Cliffe AveIf you have room for it, this is the place to have yourself and incredible breakfast...be early or stand in line!
Best Fish n Chips in the area! Live music and local beers!
26 locals recommend
Roy's Towne Pub. - The "Roy"!
4000 Island Hwy SBest Fish n Chips in the area! Live music and local beers!
Home made chocolates, in house bakery, fresh hot coffee! A must for your stroll in downtown Courtenay!
25 locals recommend
Hot Chocolates
368 5th StHome made chocolates, in house bakery, fresh hot coffee! A must for your stroll in downtown Courtenay!
One of our most favourites! The Atlas Cafe might be unassuming to passersby but locals haunt this Courtenay favourite. Housed in a cozy space with gentle lighting, the Atlas has been serving up fresh plates since 1995. You’ll find a rotating ‘fresh sheet’ pressed weekly, showcasing nourishing ingredients from Vancouver Island suppliers. The Atlas is perfect for overstuffed breakfasts or uniquely crafted cocktails, and dessert. I personally can not get enough of the crème brûlée. My insider tip: if the weather is compliant, make a reservation for the hidden courtyard patio.
96 locals recommend
Atlas Cafe
250 6th StOne of our most favourites! The Atlas Cafe might be unassuming to passersby but locals haunt this Courtenay favourite. Housed in a cozy space with gentle lighting, the Atlas has been serving up fresh plates since 1995. You’ll find a rotating ‘fresh sheet’ pressed weekly, showcasing nourishing ingredients from Vancouver Island suppliers. The Atlas is perfect for overstuffed breakfasts or uniquely crafted cocktails, and dessert. I personally can not get enough of the crème brûlée. My insider tip: if the weather is compliant, make a reservation for the hidden courtyard patio.
Cumberland Village Bakery
2747 Dunsmuir AveThis is a must!
Great atmosphere, the staff are incredible. They offer in house Crafted Beer choices, beer flights, Local Cider and wine choices. The menu has a good variety of yummy snacks and the room is beautiful. When we visited they were just working on setting up a seating area outside. The next time you are heading to Comox, take time to stop in!
39 locals recommend
Land & Sea Brewing Company
2040 Guthrie RdGreat atmosphere, the staff are incredible. They offer in house Crafted Beer choices, beer flights, Local Cider and wine choices. The menu has a good variety of yummy snacks and the room is beautiful. When we visited they were just working on setting up a seating area outside. The next time you are heading to Comox, take time to stop in!
Essentials
Weinberg's Good Food
6856 Island Hwy SOrganic items, coffee, local crafts.
Sightseeing
"Goats on a Roof" you must take an afternoon to stroll and shop and enjoy the markets here in Coombs.
27 locals recommend
Coombs Country Farm
2062 Alberni Highway"Goats on a Roof" you must take an afternoon to stroll and shop and enjoy the markets here in Coombs.
Hornby Island
A short 18 min ferry boat ride to this amazing Island.
Denman Island
Wineries, Markets, Beaches, Camping and hiking trails.
The gateway to Denman and Hornby Islands! Only a 8 min drive from Ravetale.
BC Ferries Buckley Bay Terminal station
6866 Buckley Bay RdThe gateway to Denman and Hornby Islands! Only a 8 min drive from Ravetale.
A gorgeous, welcoming space with a friendly staff who are happy to help visitors. They can provide maps, directions, free guides, and can even book some excursions and event tickets. While you’re there, don’t miss the Vancouver Island Exhibit Gallery located in the same building. It’s an immersive exhibit gallery that gives visitors their first taste of the Comox Valley. Sit in the ‘chair lift’ for a photo op, touch a live oyster and test your knowledge identifying local trees and plants.
Vancouver Island Visitor Centre
3607 Small RdA gorgeous, welcoming space with a friendly staff who are happy to help visitors. They can provide maps, directions, free guides, and can even book some excursions and event tickets. While you’re there, don’t miss the Vancouver Island Exhibit Gallery located in the same building. It’s an immersive exhibit gallery that gives visitors their first taste of the Comox Valley. Sit in the ‘chair lift’ for a photo op, touch a live oyster and test your knowledge identifying local trees and plants.
Parks & Nature
Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
1240 Rath RdMount Washington
Mount Washington RoadAmazing world class local Ski Resort
Cathedral Grove
British Columbia 4Old growth trees and nature walk. Incredible and beautiful.
Ski, snowshoe, snowboard, and take the day to get out and play in the snow!
Forbidden Plateau Mountain Resort and Campground
8010 Forbidden Plateau RdSki, snowshoe, snowboard, and take the day to get out and play in the snow!
Puntledge Park
Enjoy a day outside or Tube down the river on a sunny summer day!
Comox Lake Damn Picnic Area and or Peddle the Bear Bait Trail. It may have an intimidating name but this scenic trail should not be missed. It is 4.7-km long with minimal elevation gain. Park near the Comox Lake Damn Picnic Area and look for signage at the trailhead. Bear Bait follows the Puntledge River through a picture-perfect forest. Once you intersect with the unpaved road, head right. Follow it until you see a sign for the fish hatchery. Once you arrive at the hatchery you can continue down towards Barber’s Hole and Nymph Falls or loop back. If you venture out on a sunny day it’s worth bringing your swimsuit.
49 locals recommend
Comox Lake
Comox Lake Damn Picnic Area and or Peddle the Bear Bait Trail. It may have an intimidating name but this scenic trail should not be missed. It is 4.7-km long with minimal elevation gain. Park near the Comox Lake Damn Picnic Area and look for signage at the trailhead. Bear Bait follows the Puntledge River through a picture-perfect forest. Once you intersect with the unpaved road, head right. Follow it until you see a sign for the fish hatchery. Once you arrive at the hatchery you can continue down towards Barber’s Hole and Nymph Falls or loop back. If you venture out on a sunny day it’s worth bringing your swimsuit.
Golf enthusiasts will have no shortage of courses to play. From glamorous greens to unpretentious local links, there’s something to challenge every skill level.
29 locals recommend
Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community
399 Clubhouse DrGolf enthusiasts will have no shortage of courses to play. From glamorous greens to unpretentious local links, there’s something to challenge every skill level.
Beach walks, bike paths and shell hunting! So beautiful! And there are lots of small cafes restaurants and shops to see.
Willow Point Park
1800 S Alder StBeach walks, bike paths and shell hunting! So beautiful! And there are lots of small cafes restaurants and shops to see.
YOU Must, enough said...it is a beautiful day trip and the boat is only 5 min from the Ravental Retreat!
12 locals recommend
Tribune Bay Beach
YOU Must, enough said...it is a beautiful day trip and the boat is only 5 min from the Ravental Retreat!
Rosewall Creek Provincial Park
British Columbia 19Peaceful and beautiful, enjoy a walk in the woods.
Lighthouse Country Regional Trail
3475 Lioness BlvdGet out and enjoy some amazing areas!
Shopping
Mac's Oysters Ltd
Island Highway SouthLocal Wholesale clams and oysters! A must if you have a kitchen to cook them in.
Local and in house smoked treats, farm fresh eggs and local meats. the best homemade pepperoni in the area!
Butcher's Block
319 4th StLocal and in house smoked treats, farm fresh eggs and local meats. the best homemade pepperoni in the area!
This grocery store is my all time favourite. Everything you need! All the staples you need from apples to toothpaste. They even have a fresh juice bar, in house sushi take out, hot item take out bar and a Pazz Bar. their produce is mostly sourced local, their butcher has a 55 dry age option and the health and wellness section is overflowing!
46 locals recommend
Thrifty Foods
1551 Cliffe AveThis grocery store is my all time favourite. Everything you need! All the staples you need from apples to toothpaste. They even have a fresh juice bar, in house sushi take out, hot item take out bar and a Pazz Bar. their produce is mostly sourced local, their butcher has a 55 dry age option and the health and wellness section is overflowing!
"We invite you to browse our stunning collection of traditional and contemporary Northwest Coast artwork and crafts, produced by featured First Nation artists."
15 locals recommend
I-Hos Gallery
3310 Comox Rd"We invite you to browse our stunning collection of traditional and contemporary Northwest Coast artwork and crafts, produced by featured First Nation artists."
Explore the largest variety of authentic Native Art and Jewellery in this area. Enjoy beautiful Totem Poles, Silver and Gold Jewelry, Masks, Prints, Paddles, Argillite and other Carvings from local Master Carvers. Find beautiful and affordable gifts or one-of-a-kind Masterpieces. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm.
6 locals recommend
Portuguese Joe's Fish Market
3025 Comox RoadExplore the largest variety of authentic Native Art and Jewellery in this area. Enjoy beautiful Totem Poles, Silver and Gold Jewelry, Masks, Prints, Paddles, Argillite and other Carvings from local Master Carvers. Find beautiful and affordable gifts or one-of-a-kind Masterpieces. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm.
Voted BC's Best Market of 2015 byt the BC Association of Farmers' Markets! 100's of varietie of veggies and fruits, meat, poultry and eggs, fish and seafood, baking of all kinds, preserves, honey, yogurt and cheese, healthy body products, hot ready to eat food, wine, cider and spirits. Our Markets have become the Comox Valley's destination for local food. Fresh food, fun, discovery, and connecting with your local farmers and food producers. We produce our weekly Markets to create healthy food networks that sustain our land, our community, and our bodies. The Comox Valley Farmers Market Association hosts a year round Saturday Market, plus extra markets through the summer on Wednesdays and Sun
22 locals recommend
West End Farmers Market
1100 Comox StVoted BC's Best Market of 2015 byt the BC Association of Farmers' Markets! 100's of varietie of veggies and fruits, meat, poultry and eggs, fish and seafood, baking of all kinds, preserves, honey, yogurt and cheese, healthy body products, hot ready to eat food, wine, cider and spirits. Our Markets have become the Comox Valley's destination for local food. Fresh food, fun, discovery, and connecting with your local farmers and food producers. We produce our weekly Markets to create healthy food networks that sustain our land, our community, and our bodies. The Comox Valley Farmers Market Association hosts a year round Saturday Market, plus extra markets through the summer on Wednesdays and Sun
Awesome gift shop with numerous one of a kind type of souvenirs/gifts.
It is shops like this that are rejuvenating 5th street in Courtenay and exactly the type of shop that Comox needs.
Picked up a couple of the Vancouver Island silhouette bumper stickers that seem to be the rage of late.
The store is a definite must check out and my guess is you will not leave the store empty handed.
The Curious Cat Gifts on 5th
342 5th StAwesome gift shop with numerous one of a kind type of souvenirs/gifts.
It is shops like this that are rejuvenating 5th street in Courtenay and exactly the type of shop that Comox needs.
Picked up a couple of the Vancouver Island silhouette bumper stickers that seem to be the rage of late.
The store is a definite must check out and my guess is you will not leave the store empty handed.
All under one roof: Clothes, Food, Pharmacy, Hardwear, Home decor and small appliances!
19 locals recommend
Real Canadian Superstore
757 Ryan RdAll under one roof: Clothes, Food, Pharmacy, Hardwear, Home decor and small appliances!
Driftwood Mall
2751 Cliffe AveMany stores to choose from!
This is one of our favourite spots for that special something for our home! The girls there are amazing!
Design Therapy Inc (formerly Rattan Plus)
291 5th StThis is one of our favourite spots for that special something for our home! The girls there are amazing!
A lovely and quaint place to pick up fresh produce, meats and cheese. All the staples in one lovely little grocery store.
24 locals recommend
Tomm's Food Village
6990 Island Hwy WA lovely and quaint place to pick up fresh produce, meats and cheese. All the staples in one lovely little grocery store.
Salish Sea Market
Pick up some local art, and local artisan gifts.
This an awesome little food market with all that you will need, and they make amazing fresh bread! Turn left off of Ships Point and head to Bowser, you can't miss it!
24 locals recommend
Tomm's Food Village
6990 Island Hwy WThis an awesome little food market with all that you will need, and they make amazing fresh bread! Turn left off of Ships Point and head to Bowser, you can't miss it!
Entertainment & Activities
Saratoga Speedway
2380 Macaulay RoadThe Islands best raceway!
The showroom is incredible and the samples are large! BC grown, distilled and bottled to perfection!
14 locals recommend
Shelter Point Distillery
4650 Regent RdThe showroom is incredible and the samples are large! BC grown, distilled and bottled to perfection!
Some incredible history revealed here. This wee spot is a local treat, entrance by donation and feel free to ask as many questions as you like!
32 locals recommend
Cumberland Museum & Archives
2680 Dunsmuir AveSome incredible history revealed here. This wee spot is a local treat, entrance by donation and feel free to ask as many questions as you like!
At Riptide Fishing Charters we are dedicated to creating lasting memories for all of our guests. Our knowledgeable, experienced guide will take you into one of the most scenic and celebrated fishing areas in the world. Campbell River is known as the Salmon Fishing Capital of the World for good reason! Our calm, protected waterway is the main migration route for all five species of Pacific salmon. During the year, chinook, coho, sockeye, pink, and chum salmon all swim and feed in the area. We also have access to abundant stocks of Ling Cod and Halibut.
Riptide Fishing Charters
Coast Marina
1003 Island Highway
Campbell River B.C. Canada
Captain Scott 250-204-0125
Riptide Fishing Charters
1348 Island HighwayAt Riptide Fishing Charters we are dedicated to creating lasting memories for all of our guests. Our knowledgeable, experienced guide will take you into one of the most scenic and celebrated fishing areas in the world. Campbell River is known as the Salmon Fishing Capital of the World for good reason! Our calm, protected waterway is the main migration route for all five species of Pacific salmon. During the year, chinook, coho, sockeye, pink, and chum salmon all swim and feed in the area. We also have access to abundant stocks of Ling Cod and Halibut.
Riptide Fishing Charters
Coast Marina
1003 Island Highway
Campbell River B.C. Canada
Captain Scott 250-204-0125
Getting Around
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
There is a bus stop on the Hyw 19, right at the turn off to Ships point Road, this is Route 10 and will take you into Courtenay.
Island Hwy S at Ships Point station
There is a bus stop on the Hyw 19, right at the turn off to Ships point Road, this is Route 10 and will take you into Courtenay.