Guidebook for Duncan
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Maple Mountain
Beautiful hike with views of the ocean.
Great for biking, hiking, hang gliding and sightseeing.
14 locals recommend
Mount Prevost War Memorial
Mount Prevost RoadGreat for biking, hiking, hang gliding and sightseeing.
Great views of the valley while you hike or bike. It is also an Ecological Reserve.
32 locals recommend
Mount Tzouhalem
Great views of the valley while you hike or bike. It is also an Ecological Reserve.
One of the tallest fee standing wooden train bridges. Now a walking, biking and horse riding trail. Also a great place for picnics and a swim in the river on a hot summer day.
168 locals recommend
Kinsol Trestle
2869 Glen Eagles RdOne of the tallest fee standing wooden train bridges. Now a walking, biking and horse riding trail. Also a great place for picnics and a swim in the river on a hot summer day.
This trail goes from Lake Cowichan to Shawinigan Lake (122 km long). You can bike, walk, run, go on horse back. It is also apart of the Trans Canada Trail
Cowichan Valley Trail
Cowichan Valley TrailThis trail goes from Lake Cowichan to Shawinigan Lake (122 km long). You can bike, walk, run, go on horse back. It is also apart of the Trans Canada Trail
Spectacle Lake Provincial Park
Great place all year around. Hiking and exploring.
A beautiful hike and great for all levels of fitness with 3 pathways ( difficult, moderate and mild. It is attached to Malland Creek Tr. and Stocking Lake near Ladysmith
Heart Lake
A beautiful hike and great for all levels of fitness with 3 pathways ( difficult, moderate and mild. It is attached to Malland Creek Tr. and Stocking Lake near Ladysmith
Weddle's Lake Park
Accessed from Coper Canyon logging road this is a SHORT LOOP with great views.
Hikes for all abilities and a BMX park with bike wash station also a fenced in dog park. Views of Mt. Baker
6 locals recommend
Cobble Hill
Hikes for all abilities and a BMX park with bike wash station also a fenced in dog park. Views of Mt. Baker
Mesachie Mountain
A hour stroll through a mossy mountain top with beautiful views.
A local favourite this is a forested loop you will not want to miss!
6 locals recommend
Holland Creek Trail
Holland Creek TrailA local favourite this is a forested loop you will not want to miss!
A museum of the forestry Business around the island. Mainly open in the summer with a steam train that takes you on a tour of the land. Parks and playgrounds to explore. Also open during Christmas.
50 locals recommend
B.C. Forest Discovery Centre
2892 Drinkwater RdA museum of the forestry Business around the island. Mainly open in the summer with a steam train that takes you on a tour of the land. Parks and playgrounds to explore. Also open during Christmas.
It seems there is always something happening here such as festivals, musical artists, hikes, gardens, bazaars, therapeutic riding, etc. It was once a residential school; now a much happier place.
9 locals recommend
Providence Farm
1843 Tzouhalem RdIt seems there is always something happening here such as festivals, musical artists, hikes, gardens, bazaars, therapeutic riding, etc. It was once a residential school; now a much happier place.
A quaint fishing village with unique shops, whale watching, boat tours, snorkelling and great eateries
109 locals recommend
Cowichan Bay
A quaint fishing village with unique shops, whale watching, boat tours, snorkelling and great eateries
A step back in time into a first nations village. Learn bit more about the coastal peoples and the culture that is still very much alive. Only open in the summer months and then check out the Cafe.
7 locals recommend
Quw'utsun' Cultural & Confrnc
200 Cowichan WayA step back in time into a first nations village. Learn bit more about the coastal peoples and the culture that is still very much alive. Only open in the summer months and then check out the Cafe.
Wave pool, gym, skating, library. On a rainy day this is a great place to stay active and have fun!
Island Savings Centre
2687 James StWave pool, gym, skating, library. On a rainy day this is a great place to stay active and have fun!
If you are looking for a unique day trip you can take a small ferry to Salt Springs Island. A truly back woods, back to nature experience. They have lots to offer for your day adventure.
Crofton
If you are looking for a unique day trip you can take a small ferry to Salt Springs Island. A truly back woods, back to nature experience. They have lots to offer for your day adventure.
Cute town famous for its murals and artistic flare. You can also take a ferry to Penelakut Island or the more well known Thetis Island. Another great chance to explore some of our neighbouring Island.
67 locals recommend
Chemainus
Cute town famous for its murals and artistic flare. You can also take a ferry to Penelakut Island or the more well known Thetis Island. Another great chance to explore some of our neighbouring Island.
Food Scene
Just Jakes
45 Craig StNice atmosphere and good food
Right on the beach at Maple Bay. Relax on the porch and watch the sun set with a coffee and a pizza.
Bad Habits Cafe
6701 Beaumont AveRight on the beach at Maple Bay. Relax on the porch and watch the sun set with a coffee and a pizza.
Shipyard Restaurant & Pub
6145 Genoa Bay RdRight on the water with fun people
Quamichan Inn
They have great food and a wonderful place for events.
Looks like an old log house right on the highway. Inside the walls are lined with antiques and different conversation pieces. The menu is always changing seasonally and always a delight!
10 locals recommend
Pioneer House Restaurant
4675 Trans-Canada HwyLooks like an old log house right on the highway. Inside the walls are lined with antiques and different conversation pieces. The menu is always changing seasonally and always a delight!
The Twisted Mug Cafe
80 Station StGreat atmosphere in the heart of town centre.
Starbucks
2755 Beverly StWhat more can be said...its Starbucks
Canada's coffee shop. Named after one of our countries hockey players. You can can a good coffee and a donut at an affordable price.
89 locals recommend
Tim Hortons
739 McCallum RdCanada's coffee shop. Named after one of our countries hockey players. You can can a good coffee and a donut at an affordable price.
Essentials
This is one of Canada's best grocery stores. Here you will find almost everything you might need. from international and international foods, cloths, pharmacy, electronics, toys, household needs, outdoor living, pets supplies and more.
32 locals recommend
Real Canadian Superstore
291 Cowichan WayThis is one of Canada's best grocery stores. Here you will find almost everything you might need. from international and international foods, cloths, pharmacy, electronics, toys, household needs, outdoor living, pets supplies and more.
Arts & Culture
The Duncan community loves art in any form. Here you can enjoy plays, concerts , orchestra and more.
7 locals recommend
Cowichan Performing Arts Centre
2687 James StThe Duncan community loves art in any form. Here you can enjoy plays, concerts , orchestra and more.