Guidebook for Shawnigan Lake
Food Scene
Merridale Cidery & Distillery
1230 Merridale RdNice casual atmosphere at a cidery in town.
Cow Cafe
1681 Cowichan Bay RdOur favorite spot in Cowichan Bay on the patio.
Bridgemans Bistro
740 Handy RdOn the water in Mill Bay marina.
Part of Wippletree Junction on the highway towards Duncan
10 locals recommend
Pioneer House Restaurant
4675 Trans-Canada HwyPart of Wippletree Junction on the highway towards Duncan
Great coffee and chocolates in Shawnigan Lake village
36 locals recommend
Shawnigan House coffee and chocolate
1761 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay RdGreat coffee and chocolates in Shawnigan Lake village
Sarpino's Pizzeria
7143 W Saanich RdPizza take out and small patio.
Village Chippery
2740 Dundas RdFish and chips and a lot more.
My Chosen Café
4492 Happy Valley Rd A bit further away but one of our favorites.
Shawnigan Jen
2750 Shawnigan Lake RdTake out for good Sushi or burgers and fries in the village.
Parks & Nature
Right down at our street. Nice little quiet beach on walking distance in Old Mill Park where the old wood mill used to be.
10 locals recommend
Old Mill Park
Recreation RoadRight down at our street. Nice little quiet beach on walking distance in Old Mill Park where the old wood mill used to be.
Shawnigan Wharf Park
Thrush RoadBoot launch and beach on walking distance.
Mason's Beach Park
Renfrew RoadShallow water and beach ideal for small kids.
Cobble Hill Mountain Regional Recreation Area
Goldstream Provincial Park
Easy hiking trail with Nature house.
Sightseeing
Renovated wooden trestle with beautiful views. Part of Trans Canada trail: www.kinsoltrestle.ca
168 locals recommend
Kinsol Trestle
2869 Glen Eagles RdRenovated wooden trestle with beautiful views. Part of Trans Canada trail: www.kinsoltrestle.ca
Cowichan Bay
Very quaint little village on the water.
Duncan
City of Totems
Capital of British Columbia with lots to see, shop, whale watch, museum, legislature building, restaurants etc.
38 locals recommend
Harbour Road
Harbour RoadCapital of British Columbia with lots to see, shop, whale watch, museum, legislature building, restaurants etc.
Whippletree Furniture
4705 Trans-Canada HwySmall western like "village" with shops and curiosities
Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse NHS
603 Fort Rodd Hill RdHistoric site
Drinks & Nightlife
Pub in Shawnigan Lake with sometimes Karaoke and live music.
21 locals recommend
Black Swan Pub & Liquor Store
2890 Shawnigan Lake RdPub in Shawnigan Lake with sometimes Karaoke and live music.
Essentials
Thrifty Foods
1495 Admirals RdReal Canadian Superstore
291 Cowichan WayCountry Grocer
1400 Cowichan Bay RdMason's Store & Patio Ltd
1885 Renfrew RdAitken & Fraser General Store Ltd
2750 W Shawnigan Lake RdEntertainment & Activities
Ocean Ecoventures Whale Watching
1721 Cowichan Bay RdSalt Spring Island Air Ltd
115 Fulford-Ganges RdShopping
Woodgrove Centre
6631 Island Hwy