BC Ferries – A View
Musings and pictures of BC Ferries
Musings and pictures of BC Ferries
Vancouver Island has a large selection of key areas for you to explore.
Ocean Wilderness Country (North Island), featuring Port Hardy and Port McNeill.
Telegraph Cove near Port McNeill is the birthplace of whale watching. Port Hardy
is the terminus of the Prince Rupert ferry.
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Fishing Paradise (North Central Island), featuring Campbell River, Comox & Courtenay.
Campbell River is the sport fishing capital of BC, famous for its Tyee (Chinook
salmon that are more than 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs.).
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Oceanside (Central Vancouver Island), featuring Qualicum Beach, Parksville & Nanaimo.
Parksville/Qualicum is famous for its beaches and scenery. Nanaimo may have an amazing dessert named after it, but has much more than that to offer.
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Pacific Rim, featuring Port Alberni, Tofino, Ucluelet & Bamfield.
Whales, storms, Long Beach and some of the most amazing views in the world
await the traveller.
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Cowichan, featuring Duncan, Ladysmith and Chemanius.
On the drive from Victoria to other areas of the Island, don't miss the totem
poles in Duncan, the murals in Chemainus and the sheltered harbour of Ladysmith.
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South Island, featuring Greater Victoria BC and Sooke.
Tourism opportunities are limitless in Victoria with easy access to the West Coast Trail from Port Renfrew
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The Gulf Islands, featuring unique islands from the northern Malcolm Island to the better known Saltspring Island in the south.
Nature, history and the arts are plentiful in The Explore ...
Comox Valley Inn is located in Courtenay. Easy access to Mount Washington Ski Resort, Crown Isle Golf Course, Morningstar Golf Course, Strathcona Provincial Park, Vancouver Island MusicFest, Courtenay Paleontology Center, the Snow to Surf Relay Race, & the Filberg Festival. You can arrive by Comox International Airport (YQQ), Island Highway (Highway 19), as well as the Powell River Ferry.
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Downtown Comox: 5.6km
Downtown Courtenay: 1km
Airport: 11.4km
The Skylite Motel is a perfect place for Parksville accommodation and lodging, with all of our amenities and services, for you and your family to relax at, once you have finished your busy day. Call us directly 1-800-667-1886 or travel further through our website to discover the many valuable accommodation services we can offer you.
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Downtown Parksville: 1.2km
Located on Vancouver Island's east coast, we are small, pet friendly, & family-oriented. Summer/winter Seaview's guest often return year after year! While only moments away from the amenities of Qualicum Beach, 8 self-contained cottages can be found nestled between a wild river estuary, & a beach. Enjoy an unrivalled view of the Strait of Georgia, Gulf islands, and snowy Coastal Mountains beyond.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 4.1km
On the wild steelhead and salmon rivers of the West Coast of Vancouver Island, our Gold River lodge defines the luxury of roughing it. We offer guided fishing on one of BC's finest wild steelhead and trout rivers along with some of the best west coast salmon fishing in the renowned waters of Nootka Sound. We offer a wide variety of angling experiences suited for all anglers.
Our family oriented and owned RV and camping park nestled against the sea with a sea bluff behind that insures privacy and security. It is located in Bowser (near Parksville-Qualicum) and 2.5 km from the nearest highway (19A). There is no traffic noise, making our location very safe and very quiet for all. We have 70 full service RV sites, 3 dry RV sites, 4 tenting sites and 1 cabin for 4 adults.
We are located on Vancouver Island near the Chemainus River with the ocean nearby. The resort is a fisherman's paradise and an excellent vacation spot. RV accommodations include: campsites with full hook-ups: 75, campsites with partial hook-ups: 57, campsites without hook-ups: 28. We have a laundromat, recreation rooms, country store, heated swimming pool, horseshoes, arcade, mini-golf and bingo.
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Downtown Chemainus: 10.1km
Surrounded by 11 acres of forests and garden area, our Cobble Hill property offers free Wi-Fi in all areas. Guests of Xanadu Estate can stroll among the fruit trees in the garden. Deer, rabbits and eagles are regularly sighted on this property. An outside seating area features an outdoor fireplace. There is a large lawn and garden area for guests to relax and children to play.
Our one-level home in Cobble Hill in the Cowichan Valley is nestled in a 40-acre private forest, with a creek along one side. Enjoy the birds at their feeders, hear the owls at night, or catch a glimpse of deer, possibly elk and other wildlife. There are trails on the property you can wander. Ours is a non-smoking home, but you may smoke outside with care. We are unable to welcome your pets.
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Downtown Cobble Hill: 2.2km
We are located in the traditional territory of the Comox First Nation and provides a safe, natural, family camping experience which incorporates the historic and cultural traditions of the Comox People. Located adjacent to the Puntledge River, a five minute walk from downtown Courtenay, the campground includes the Nim Nim Interpretive Centre and I-Hos Gallery Kiosk.
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Downtown Courtenay: 1.4km
Located in a remote wilderness location, Blackfish Lodge offers accommodations and all-inclusive fishing packages for salmon, trout, and halibut in Simoom Sound. Packages include fishing licenses, fishing gear, and all meals and snacks. The simply furnished rooms include bedding, towels, and a private bathroom with a shower. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant.
On Galiano Island, we are situated at the base of the famous Bodega Ridge, with magnificent views of Trincomali channel, the surrounding Gulf Islands and the Vancouver Island mountains. There are seven log cabins each with three bedrooms, a kitchen, woodstove and sundeck. The gently sloping terrain of the property has extensive landscaping, ponds, native plants, and rock sculpture.
Peaceful and secluded! Just four cottages nestled in a park-like setting on St. Mary Lake. Cottages have fully equipped kitchens, fire-viewing woodstoves, and bar-b-ques. Swim float, docks, sandy beach, complimentary boats. Excellent swimming and fishing. Open year round, weekly rates. Salt Spring's best kept secret! Reservations: (250) 537-5977/ www.mapleridgecottages.com.
Our family oriented camp-resort is on the bluffs above Lambert channel on the west coast of Hornby Island. We offer private, grassy, roomy, sun/shade campsites. We have a strict policy of No music (radios, car stereos, etc) - whispers after 11 PM. We are very busy in peak summer months. Think about coming to our beautiful location earlier in the spring or after Labour Day. We are open all year.
The Living Forest is without question one of the finest RV Parks and Campgrounds on Vancouver Island. RV WEST magazine readers have voted it their favourite privately run RV park and campground! Centrally located in beautiful Nanaimo, the park is the perfect location to call home base while you explore all of the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.
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Downtown Nanaimo: 5km
Airport: 10.4km
Enjoy the seclusion of our quiet resort park on the Englishman River with the convenience of being a few minutes from beaches, golfing and shopping. Our Parksville resort caters to a full range of visitors by hosting cottages and a campground which includes full-service RV sites as well as tenting. All cottages have onsite parking, outdoor firepits, picnic tables and sun decks.
Featuring a private-beach, this Port Renfrew oceanfront lodge is a 90-minute drive from Victoria. After a day of on-site fishing, guests can relax with a game of pool. Simply furnished with warm décor, all rooms feature a private bathroom. Select rooms have mountain or sea views. A spacious patio complete with BBQ facilities is also the site of outdoor entertainment.
We Wai Kai Campground located in Drew Harbour on Quadra Island. Perfect for Family Camping. Open May 15 - Sept 15. Trailers for Rent on availability. Close to True Value Grocery, Shops and Rebecca Spit. The campground is owned and operated by the Cape Mudge Indian Band (AKA We Wai Kai Nation).
Our award-winning RV Resort is along the shores of the beautiful Saanich Peninsula. Oceanside RV is open year-round and boasts full-service facilities for long-term, short-term and holiday stays. Amenities include 3 separate buildings, all with washrooms, showers and laundries. The office building has a small convenience store. Our functional cookhouse features a large BBQ for group gatherings.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 13.7km
Airport: 8.9km
Downtown Victoria: 22km
Downtown Saanichton: 3.7km
Downtown Sidney: 8.8km
Quarrystone House is situated on 5 acres on a ridge, with stunning ocean & sunset views to the west & open pastoral views to the east. This dramatic yet peaceful setting creates the perfect escape where you can enjoy tranquil luxury and ensured privacy all year round. Relax on your secluded balcony or soak in your own Jacuzzi tub and enjoy the spectacular sunsets behind Vancouver Island.
This accommodation is 5 minutes' walk from Ganges village centre on Salt Spring Island. It features landscaped gardens and waterfalls. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Each guest room at this hotel has a theme, such as jungle or nautical. Select rooms have an en suite bathroom or a microwave and refrigerator. Guests can go bird watching and help themselves to fruit from the trees.
Located in the heart of Shawnigan Lake, this Cowichan Valley property offers a daily continental breakfast and free WiFi. Uniquely decorated rooms boast private garden access. Baldy Mountain is 10 minutes’ drive away. A coffee maker and seating options feature in the air-conditioned rooms at Shawnigan Suite B & B. Guests can relax and enjoy extensive garden views.
Overlooking Piers Island and Swartz Bay, this stately bed and breakfast stands among the forest of the northern Saanich Peninsula. Free Wi-Fi is provided in every room. This hotel offers soft, decorative rooms that feature a view of the water or island. One room also features direct access to a sundeck and chairs. Wild birds including hummingbirds like to visit the property.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 5.7km
Airport: 10.6km
Downtown Victoria: 33.4km
Downtown Sidney: 7.2km
Boasting panoramic ocean views and a private beach, this 5 acre waterfront property is located in Sooke. A microwave and fridge feature in each unit. Free Wi-Fi is included. Victoria city center is 31 mi away. A patio with a BBQ is offered with each unit at Points West Oceanfront Resort. All units offer sea and Olympic Mountain views. Cottages are equipped with kitchens.
We offer you a small comfortable lodge right near Telegraph Cove with friendly people to look after you. Our lodge allows a maximum of 10 guests. 5 Bedrooms with sinks. Twin or double beds. 3 all-service bathrooms. Hot tub. Open June 1 to October 16 for fishing, float plane trips, an dwildlife viewing including Grizzlies, Orcas, Eagles and Black Bears!
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Downtown Port McNeill: 245km
Downtown Telegraph Cove: 40km
Nestled between the shores of Cordova Bay and the riveting vistas of Mt. Douglas our Resort is the ultimate destination for your next visit to beautiful Victoria. This Nature Lover's Paradise is located on the edge of 500 acres of rainforest minutes away from downtown Victoria and the Butchart Gardens. This European style Resort with North American Luxury features stunning Pacific Ocean views.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 26.5km
Airport: 20.7km
Downtown Victoria: 13.3km
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