Attractions Around Our Parksville Resort

Vancouver Island’s spectacular shoreline, coastal mountain vistas, and emerald forests all add up to one of Canada's finest year-round recreation destinations. The natural beauty and excellent weather of our region attracts thousands of visitors throughout the year with many returning again and again.

Whatever the season, there's plenty to do and see on your Parksville vacation. Whether you’re looking for adventure or leisure activities, there is something for everyone close by our Vancouver Island resort.

Share a tandem kayak along world famous Rathtrevor Beach with a friend and explore the coastline. Plumb the hidden depths of ancient caves. Stop and enjoy the wildflowers in an alpine meadow or cast a line for wild Pacific salmon. Tread among the giants of an ancient forest or study a teeming tidal pool.

For art lovers, this region offers one of the highest concentrations of artists and crafts people in Canada. Shops, galleries and boutiques throughout the area feature unique art treasures and gifts.

With its convenient central location, Ocean Trails’ Vancouver Island resort is your home-base for exploration and adventure.

• To the west, you can enjoy whale watching and the breathtaking surf of the Pacific.
• To the south are the world famous murals of Chemainus.
• To the north are Vancouver Island's ski resorts; as well as Denman and Hornby Islands, two of the colourful Northern Gulf Islands.
• No less than seven provincial parks are located just miles from our doorstep.

You will find a comprehensive list and links of local attractions and activities on our web pages. But if you would like further local information for your Parksville vacation, please follow these links to local tourism websites:

www.islands.bc.ca

www.jimsgym.ca

Eco-tours with Coastal Revelations Nature & Heritage Tours
www.coastalrevelations.com
You get customized eco tours in the Central Vancouver Island area with a registered professional biologist trained by Interpretation Canada. Discover the story behind the scenery and come away with a deeper understanding of nature’s interconnections.