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Molly's Reach Gibsons
This historic diner, featured for 19 years on CBC's famous TV show, "The Beachcombers", is a cultural mainstay for many Canadians. Dishing up old favorites like halibut and chips, Molly's Reach has decorated its walls with photographs of the show's cast a crew. The restaurant can be accessed either by boat or by car.
Address: 647 School Road Gibsons BC Canada V0N 1V8
 1 604 886-9710
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Powell River first annual Art Studio Tour
Free self guided studio tour, 28 studios, August 27 & 28, 10am-5pm each day. Week of tour maps = Tug-Guhm Gallery, Powell River Visitors Centre, Stone Owl Earthworks, Nina's Eclectic Emporium and Short Run Printing and Gallery.
Address: 2632 Maywood Rd Powell River BC Canada V8A 5C1
 Send an Email 1 604 487-1766
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Coast Salish Village
Located just north of Powell River off Highway 101 in the Sliammon area, this village has been home to local Aboriginals for thousands of years. Tours of the village and the salmon hatchery can be booked in Powell River.
Address: . Sliammon BC
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Powell River's Seawalk
This scenic 1km gravel path winds along the shores of Powell River, allowing walkers to fully explore the parallel that exists between the rugged forest and the dynamic seas of the west coast. The pathway is best accessed from the barge terminal just south of Westview's ferry terminal.
Address: . Powell River BC Canada
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Mount Daniel Moon Rings
A sacred location among the local Aboriginal tribes, Mount Daniel is a place where girls spent several days meditating once they reached puberty. Today, visitors hike to this historic spot to see the Moon Rings that these girls carefully constructed over the years. The hike is moderately difficult and the view is stunning. As this property belongs to the Sechelt Indian Band, please respect their property and call them prior to visiting.
Address: . Pender Harbour BC Canada
1 604 885-2273
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Skookumchuck Rapids
Twice daily, high tides force an astonishing amount of water through the passage between the Sechelt and Jervis inlets. This natural spectacle draws kayakers from all over the world, who come to experience the thrill of these rapids, also known as the Sechelt rapids. Low tide at the rapids reveals a rich marine habitat, and the surrounding Skookumchuck Provincial Park has a network of scenic hiking trails.
Address: Egmont Rd Egmont BC Canada
1 604 885-3714
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Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
This wildlife sanctuary will tug at the heartstrings of visitors, whether they're animal lovers or not. The centre is home to injured and abandoned animals from throughout the Sunshine Coast region, and is run solely by volunteers. The centre is open to the public from 10am to 4pm.
Address: 5783 Trout Road Halfmoon Bay BC Canada
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The Giant Hulks
Once cruising the seas, these ten vessels float idly, linked together to form a man-made breakwater. Each of the Giant Hulks has its own history, some involved in trade, while a few were involved in battles. Now they protect the paper mill from the strong ocean waves, joined to create one of the world's largest hulk breakwaters.
Address: On the waters by the paper mill, near downtown Powell River BC
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Old Gnarly
This seemingly ancient tree attracts visitors because of its enormity - it measures 2.7m (9ft) in diameter! Old Gnarly is located along Section 2 of the Sunshine Coast Trail, and is accessible only by hiking to it. |
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Emerald Princess
This legendary mermaid statue is located 18m (60ft) below the surface at Saltery Bay Provincial Park. The mermaid is 3m (9ft) tall and attracts masses of scuba divers from around the globe.
Address: . Saltery Bay BC Canada
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The Sechelt Indian Band Salmon Hatchery
Run by First Nations groups of the area, this hatchery frees millions of Coho and Chinook into open water each year. It is open for public tours seven days a week.
Address: 6711 Sechelt Inlet Road Sechelt BC Canada V0N 3A4
1 604 885-5562
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Gibsons Wharf
Built in 1900, this public wharf includes a gazebo, harbour and a decorative floating garden. As a hub for fishing boats, ferries and activity, the wharf has been a major focal point for the community of Gibsons for many years.
Address: At the end of School Road Gibsons BC Canada
Send an Email 1 604 886-2274
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Princess Louisa Inlet & Provincial Marine Park
This natural attraction is known worldwide for its spectacular scenery. The combination of gentle glistening beauty and powerfully crashing waterfalls make it one of BC's top attractions. Numerous tour companies on the Sunshine Coast offer boat and air tours of the area. Send an Email (2)
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Doriston
This tiny hamlet in Pender Harbour is well known because of its status as a ghost town. Doriston got its start with a sawmill in 1912, and it was known mostly as a fishing village until its most famous permanent resident and mayor passed away a few years ago. A couple of the houses are occupied during the summer months, but Doriston is all but deserted for the rest of the year.
Address: . Near Egmont BC Canada
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