Chris and Bimala’s guidebook
Sightseeing
when you have explored all you want at Columbia Beach, head over to Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park to enjoy a different view of the beach and Coastal Mountains. There are also trails through the trees along the ocean that are worth exploring - breathtaking beauty in its own right!
165 locals recommend
Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
1240 Rath Rdwhen you have explored all you want at Columbia Beach, head over to Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park to enjoy a different view of the beach and Coastal Mountains. There are also trails through the trees along the ocean that are worth exploring - breathtaking beauty in its own right!
Another gorgeous spot for trail walking and the natural beauty of this Island!
140 locals recommend
Englishman River Falls Provincial Park
2245 Errington RoadAnother gorgeous spot for trail walking and the natural beauty of this Island!
PARKSVILLE BEACH
A popular destination for families, Parksville Beach hosts our big summer festival and sand sculpting competition. Kids will love hunting for seashells during low tide and exploring the beachfront playground and water park.
94 locals recommend
Parksville Community Park and Skate Park
193 Beachside DrPARKSVILLE BEACH
A popular destination for families, Parksville Beach hosts our big summer festival and sand sculpting competition. Kids will love hunting for seashells during low tide and exploring the beachfront playground and water park.
Walk from our Columbia Beach to Qualicum Beach at low tide or drive there directly and explore the wide expanses of white sand during low tide and a paved, shady promenade to enjoy when the tide comes in. Be sure to visit the walkable downtown “village” where you’ll find charming local shops, galleries, and restaurants.
108 locals recommend
Qualicum Beach
Walk from our Columbia Beach to Qualicum Beach at low tide or drive there directly and explore the wide expanses of white sand during low tide and a paved, shady promenade to enjoy when the tide comes in. Be sure to visit the walkable downtown “village” where you’ll find charming local shops, galleries, and restaurants.
A fabulous market with local produce, baked goods, food, plants and artisans.
27 locals recommend
Qualicum Beach Farmer's Market
172 Veterans WayA fabulous market with local produce, baked goods, food, plants and artisans.
Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park
3905 Horne Lake Caves RdGo for a cave tour and check out the trails.
A beautiful historical home, garden and seasonal tea house!
49 locals recommend
Milner Gardens & Woodland
2179 W Island Hwy WA beautiful historical home, garden and seasonal tea house!
A great place for fun and games for children of all ages!
52 locals recommend
Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park
375 Island Hwy WA great place for fun and games for children of all ages!
Trails and natural beauty! The falls are beautiful and there are lovely vistas on the circular route. Once you head into the trail of trees, you'll hear the soothing sound of the Falls before coming upon them. A great trip to combine with the Coombs Old Country Farm Market and Complex with goats on the roof.
118 locals recommend
Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park
4001 Alberni HwyTrails and natural beauty! The falls are beautiful and there are lovely vistas on the circular route. Once you head into the trail of trees, you'll hear the soothing sound of the Falls before coming upon them. A great trip to combine with the Coombs Old Country Farm Market and Complex with goats on the roof.
World famous goats on the roof in this sweet store and eatery. Combine with Qualicum Falls for a lovely half to full day outing! Also en route to Tofino for West Coast beaches, world class surfing and whale watching!
27 locals recommend
Coombs Country Farm
2062 Alberni HighwayWorld famous goats on the roof in this sweet store and eatery. Combine with Qualicum Falls for a lovely half to full day outing! Also en route to Tofino for West Coast beaches, world class surfing and whale watching!
Our guests have loved going out with Captain Scott and his crew to see the beautiful creatures of the Salish Sea. Memories of a lifetime.
Ocean EcoVentures Parksville
1025 Lee RoadOur guests have loved going out with Captain Scott and his crew to see the beautiful creatures of the Salish Sea. Memories of a lifetime.
Food scene
A fabulous market with local produce, baked goods, food, plants and artisans.
11 locals recommend
Errington Farmers' Market
1550 Errington RdA fabulous market with local produce, baked goods, food, plants and artisans.