Comox valley vancouver island

I’m pretty sure we lost the trail fairly early on. Following the waypoint on the GPS, my daughter Maia and I leapt over a creek and then made our way through some underbrush, all the while searching for the wooden sculpture of Echo, the non-binary unicorn. “Here they are!” Maia called. And there, grazing by a small creek was Echo, in all their woodsy finery. Created by artist Nickie Lewis, Echo was the first of the dozen, or so, fanciful […]

Visit Comox Valley for outdoor adventure on Vancouver Island in British Columbia - stay in Courtenay, Nymph and Browns River Falls and more.

A list of all the best things to do in Cumberland BC – a unique town on Vancouver Island. Enjoy the outdoor activities like mountain biking and hiking as well as wandering this quirky town.

A very short drive off the Inland Island Hwy (Hwy 19), you can find this magnificent Comox Valley hidden gem and waterfall.

Nymph Falls Nature Park near Courtenay, North Vancouver Island, BC: travel tips, safety tips swimming in Puntledge River, tons of photos!

On a recent Vancouver Island vacation we discovered MANY free activities in the Comox Valley to choose from. The wild barking sea lions were our favourite!

When I step off the ferry and onto Vancouver Island I’m awash by a sense of relief. Pushing north of Nanaimo my sister and I travel along a scenic coastal byway. Taking the ‘slow road’ I feel the hustle of my city routine fade away; life here seems so grounded. We’re headed to Comox for a bit of a homecoming, though our parents don’t live in the Valley any longer. But with so many memories and so many things to do, we’ll easily occupy our […]

Get back to basics on Vancouver Island.

Hikers and outdoor adventurers in BC probably already know about Century Sam Lake in the Comox Valley. This glacier-fed lake is a total gem on Vancouver Island and the water is simply amazing. Whether you think it's emerald green or turquoise blue depending on the light, it's definitely one of the most beautiful lakes in the province. If you haven't been yet, then you definitely need to check it out this summer! If you haven't been out hiking much since the summer, then you must do this…

We travelled from sea to sea as we explored the hills and valleys of Vancouver Island - Victoria, Ucluelet, Tofino, Comox and Campbell River.