Local Attractions
From pristine wilderness and eco-tours to the home of one of Canada's finest aviation libraries; from a hot dog roasted over an open fire to world class cuisine; and from the quiet of remote forest path to the roar of 1000 hp dragster, Central and Northern Vancouver Island has something for everyone.
Birding
An overview of bird watching / birding and sanctuaries in the Vancouver Island region: Somenos Marsh Wildlife Refuge; Courtenay River Estuary; Pacific Northwest Raptors Visitor Centre
Birds of British ColumbiaThe Birds of British Columbia, Canada. A BC Bird Watching Guide.
Boat Charters
Charter one of our superbly equipped yachts and escape to a world of ocean, lakes, mountains, waterfalls, fjords, pristine anchorages, sea life and adventure. Come see why Desolation Sound is rated one of the world's top cruising grounds.
Diving
Eco Tours
Both whale watching and grizzly tours. They guarentee you will see a whale or your next trip is free.
Destiny River AdventuresDestiny River Rafting Adventures - exhilarating river rafting trips on North Vancouver Island and West Coast British Columbia, Canada. Exciting whitewater rafting adventures and family rafting tours for all ages
Grey Wolf ExpeditionsWhether you are looking for adrenaline packed adventure on Camping Vancouver Island, a fun weekend with your family hiking and kayaking, Grey Wolf Expeditions is the Adventure Tour Company in British Columbia that ensures you will leave with memories that
Grizzly Bear ExcursionsFun, safe and comfortable! Grizzly Bear Excursions, Orca whale watching Safaris, Marine Wildlife- /Tidal Rapids Tours in search of black bears, killer whales, seals, dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lion and eagles.
Hurricane Jack AdventuresCampbell River whale watching tours, marine adventure, killer whales, orca, grizzly bears, black bears, eagles, seals, sea lions, pacific whiteside dolphins.
Island Gourmet TrailsAn eco-tour with a difference. Start with a tour of a winery and finish with a gourmet dinner in a restaurant specializing in local foods.
Paradise Found Adventure ToursHiking trips, Orca whale watching charters, Great Outdoors Adventure Eco tours, snorkel with Salmon in Campbell River, BC. Explore the great outdoors on Vancouver Island off Canada's west coast.
Sea Kayak BCSea kayaking tours and vacations on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Kayaking the Inside Passage with killer whales, whale watching, grizzly bear viewing, and lodge based kayak adventures.
Spirit of the West AdventuresKayaking British Columbia with Spirit of the West Adventures offers amazing sea kayaking with Killer Whales. Start kayaking British Columbia today!
Fishing Charters
Campbell River BC Salmon Fishing Charters, fly fishing guides, freshwater fishing, steelhead fishing, fishing in Nootka Sound bc, Salmon, trout, steelhead, fly fishing.
ProFish AdventuresProfish Adventures is a Campbell River and Gold River, BC guided sport-fishing charter company offering experienced first-class, professionally guided sportfishing tours.
Golf
9 Hole; Par/Yardage - 35/2,700;
Slope/Rating - 114/65.7
1718 Balmoral Avenue
Comox, BC (250) 339-4444
18 Hole; Par/Yardage - 36-36-72/6,503; Slope/Rating - 129/71.7
399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, BC (250) 703-5050
18 Hole; Par/Yardage - 36-35-71/6,303; Slope/Rating - 28/70.5
351 Lazo Road Comox, BC (250) 339-6515
18 hole, Par/Yardage - 27-27-54/2,222
1239 Anderton Road, Comox, BC (250) 339-6363
9 hole, Par/Yardage - par 30/1,790, Slope/Rating - 86/58.1
4985 Cotton Road, Courtenay, BC (250) 338-2440
9 hole, Par/Yardage - Par 32/2,301, Slope/Rating - 96/61.8
2084 Saratoga Road, Campbell River, BC (250) 337-8212
18 hole, Par/Yardage - 36-34-70/5,343, Slope/Rating - 113/64
700 Petersen Road, Campbell River, BC (250) 287-4970
18 hole, Par/Yardage - 36-36-72, Slope/Rating - 138/73.1
300 McGimpsey Road, Campbell River, BC (250) 923-3673
18 Hole, Par/Yardage - 36-35-71/5,921, Slope/Rating - 113/68.3
5291 N Island Highway, Courtenay, BC (250) 334-3232
Motorsports
One of the finest race tracks in BC, located on north central Vancouver Island with stock car races, drag racing, flat track motorcycle racing and outdoor concerts.
Museums
First Nations and northwest native American Indian art, prints, handmade sterling silver & gold jewelry, ceremonial Indian masks, porcelain dolls, woven baskets, drums, rattles, carvings and more.
Comox Air Force MuseumThe Comox Air Force Museum displays the heritage of 19 Wing Comox and West Coast Canadian Military Aviation. Our Museum is proud to host one of the finest aviation libraries in Canada.
Courtenay MuseumFor over 45 years we have served the north island with a mandate of preserving the natural and cultural heritage of the gorgeous ocean-side Comox Valley.
Parks
A thundering waterfall and some of the finest year-round salmon fishing in Canada are just two of the reasons Elk Falls is one of the most popular provincial parks on Vancouver Island.
Mitlenatch Island Nature Provincial ParkMitlenatch Island Nature Provincial Park is home to the largest seabird colony in the Strait of Georgia.
Mount Washington - BikingFor beginners, intermediate and advanced riders, Mt Washington has some of the best trails in Canada.
Mount Washington - HikingGo for a day hike or multi-day trek. Wheelchair accessible board walk and scenic chair lift rides. Tenting area is also available.
Read Island Provincial ParkRead Island Provincial Park encompasses old-growth and second-growth forest, bog and fertile lowlands and protects important high density Bald eagle habitat.
Rebecca Spit Marine Provincial ParkA narrow hook of land on the east side of Quadra Island – is an excellent area for beach exploration and picnicking.
Seaview Game FarmVenison and more! We're the largest fallow deer farm on Vancouver Island, offering venison, farm tours, and childrens day camps .
Smelt Bay Provincial ParkLocated on the southern peninsula of Cortes Island, the park is named for the capelin fish that spawn ashore by the tens of thousands.
Strathcona Provincial ParkLocated almost in the centre of Vancouver Island, Strathcona is a rugged mountain wilderness comprising more than 250,000 hectares.
Winter Sports
Situated on the north end of Vancouver Island, Mount Cain offers a unique experience for skiers, snowboarders and backcountry explorers.
Mount Washington Ski AreaExplore the mile high alpine at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Vancouver Island's largest year round resort playground for mountain bikers, hikers, skiers and snowboarders.


