Lilian’s guidebook
Hiking
I highly recommend downloading the Alltrails App if you don’t already have it.
Notch Hill Park
Powder Point RoadEnglishman River Regional Park. / Top Bridge Park,(trail head)
249 Allsbrook RdПровинциальный парк Литл-Куаликумские водопады
4001 Alberni HwyПровинциальный парк Раттревор Бич
1240 Rath Rd
Strathcona Provincial Park
Little more challenging but a rewarding view at the top. Can be turned into a full day trip if you decide to traverse the entire ridge.
Wesley Ridge Place
Wesley Ridge PlaceLittle more challenging but a rewarding view at the top. Can be turned into a full day trip if you decide to traverse the entire ridge.
Rosewall Creek Provincial Park
British Columbia 19Nile Creek Trailhead
British Columbia 19Activities
Coombs Country Farm
2062 Alberni HighwayLittle Qualicum Cheeseworks
403 Lowrys RdThis is a great spot to check out the local fishing fleet, watch the action at the fish cleaning station, walk the breakwater, and maybe even hit the pub for a Marcel Burger 🍔 Yummmy!
French Creek Marine Pub
1025 Lee RdThis is a great spot to check out the local fishing fleet, watch the action at the fish cleaning station, walk the breakwater, and maybe even hit the pub for a Marcel Burger 🍔 Yummmy!
Fun day! Take the foot ferry across to Newcastle island and walk the trails in search of the resident albino raccoons. Take time to explore the shoreline at low tide and checkout the abundance of sea life.
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Парк Newcastle Island
Fun day! Take the foot ferry across to Newcastle island and walk the trails in search of the resident albino raccoons. Take time to explore the shoreline at low tide and checkout the abundance of sea life.
Springford Farm
1934 NW Bay RdEnjoy locally sourced groceries!
Breweries
Mount Arrowsmith Brewing Company
425 Stanford Ave EDog Mountain Brewing
3141 3rd AveFern + Cedar Brewing Company
Rusted Rake Farm
3106 NW Bay RdLocal artisan shopping
Salish Sea Market
Alcove Homegrown Living
689 Memorial AveFood scene
Black Goose Inn
1051 Resort DrBit of a drive, but the view and food is soooo worth it!
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Ocean7 Restaurant, AQUA Bistro & Wine Bar
4330 Island Hwy SBit of a drive, but the view and food is soooo worth it!
Be sure to go hungry - large portions and some nice local beverage choices.
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Black Bird Schnitzel Haus
3298 Island Hwy WBe sure to go hungry - large portions and some nice local beverage choices.
My favourite summer patio - feels like you’re in Tuscany!
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Cuckoo Trattoria and Pizzeria
2310 Alberni HwyMy favourite summer patio - feels like you’re in Tuscany!
Nice ambience with one of my favourite outdoor patios. New management with an extensive menu that has something for everyone!
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Qualicum Beach Inn
2690 Island Hwy WNice ambience with one of my favourite outdoor patios. New management with an extensive menu that has something for everyone!
You will need a reservation! Intimate space with excellent wine menu and great food!
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Bistro 694
694 Memorial AveYou will need a reservation! Intimate space with excellent wine menu and great food!
Didn’t want to recommend this local pub so conveniently close until I tried it. Happy to say we tried it last night and it didn’t disappoint - nightly specials too!
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Rocking Horse Pub
2038 Sanders RdDidn’t want to recommend this local pub so conveniently close until I tried it. Happy to say we tried it last night and it didn’t disappoint - nightly specials too!
Seascape Restaurant
Hornby daytrip
Stunning beaches and eclectic community.
Hornby Island
Tribune Bay Beach
Helliwell Provincial Park
Helliwell Road