4.5Inner Harbour(5.344 reviews) - A guided live-streamed tour Bodies of Water • Historic Walking Areas • Piers & Boardwalks
This scenic patch of waterfront is the location of Victoria's many tourist attractions, recreational activities, restaurants and shopping. For a special treat, have afternoon tea at the grand Empress Hotel or board a ferry for a harbor tour.See more..
4.5English Bay(2.813 reviews) - Beautiful sunset views! Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water
Beautiful vibrant beach that comes alive when it's sunny and warm out. Various activities such as scuba diving, kayaking and others.See more..
4.5Lost Lake(1.801 reviews) - Close to Whistler Village Bodies of Water
A 15-minute shuttle ride from Whistler, this lake is perfect for those who want to take a break from the slopes and jog, walk or picnic by its peaceful shores.See more..
4.5Emerald Lake(1.332 reviews) - Beautiful, quieter lake! Bodies of Water
Peaceful lake nestled in the mountains and surrounded by lush, green forest.See more..
4.5False Creek(1.076 reviews) - Gorgeous views in the city Bodies of Water
Peaceful harbor and dock, perfect for boating.See more..
4.5Okanagan Lake(1.062 reviews) - Hike and boat adventure Bodies of Water
If you spot Ogopogo, the legendary lake monster said to inhabit these waters, you'll make headline news, but other than that, you're sure to enjoy all the recreational activities this 82-mile long lake has to offer: swimming, boating, parasailing and all types of water sports.See more..
4.5Harrison Lake & Hot Springs(578 reviews) - Scenic Location Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water • Hot Springs & Geysers
Came here on a weekend for a brunch and a stroll along the lake. COVID signage in place, however not being followed with regards to social distancing & groups exceeding 20 people. Affordable paid vehicle parking ($3. / hr.). We did like the sites & sounds of the waterfront, just recommend that you come during quieter time, possibly a weekday.See more..
4.5Osoyoos Lake(412 reviews) - 5 Stars to Osoyoos Lake! Bodies of Water
Known as the "warmest lake in Canada," Osoyoos Lake stretches fourteen miles and is a favorite for summer recreation and winter sports.See more..
4.5Mill Lake(216 reviews) - Gem in the City Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks
Located in the heart of Abbotsford is Mill Lake. Whether you are a serious walker, runner, jogger or out far a nice stroll, the path around the lake offers a wide variety of different views of the surrounding area. Located on the southside of the Lake is an area set up for picnics or other types of gatherings. If you open your eyes while walking around, you will see a number of ducks, geese, an eagle and a hummingbird. See more..
4.5Shuswap Lake(205 reviews) - Great Summertime Fun!! Bodies of Water
We so enjoyed our beach time on this warm lake. We were at various spots on the Salmon Arm area of Shuswap Lake, such as Canoe Beach, Sunnybrae Beach and the beach area in Herald Provincial Park. So lovely with washroom and change facilities. See more..
4.5Lake O' Hara(193 reviews) - No shuttle operation this season 2020 Bodies of Water
Originally I was planning to ride to Emerald Lake but when I passed by the sign of Lake O’Hara on highway 1, I decided to turn in and check out the park. When I saw the sign of walking 11km in and another 11km walking out I was debating if I wanted to do it. I was glad I did the walk. It was easy just a long walk. The view was worth it. It was cloudy and breezy so it was a perfect condition for hiking. Just layer up. I didn’t do the circuit since I still had to bike back. See more..
5.0Garibaldi Provincial Park(180 reviews) - Must do in BC!! State Parks • Bodies of Water • Hiking Trails
Garibaldi Provincial Park is a favorite destination of outdoor enthusiasts: it offers a range of hiking opportunities from lush alpine meadows, wildlife viewing opportunities, alpine flowers blooming in lush meadows, and hikes ranging from a few hours to a few days using map and compass. Garibaldi Park has an interesting geological background as it was created by volcanic action which created the formation of many of the parks peaks; the Black Tusk, Price Mountain, The Table, Mount Garibaldi, the CinderCone and the Glacier Pikes just to name a few. Lava from Clinker Peak is responsible for the creation of The Barrier. Behind this natural dam 300 metre deep Garibaldi Lake was formed.See more..
4.0Hicks Lake(140 reviews) - Great Painting Location Bodies of Water
I am a full-time artist. I went up to HIcks Lake to see if it would be a nice painting location and it exceeded my expectations. A nice, natural feeling and looking location. Compared with Harrison Lake, Hicks Lake is quiet and offers many views that would make excellent references for paintings. This year, if possible, I will be going back there with a kayak to really explore its possibilities. Good parking, plenty of quiet places to set up a painting kit, an overall nice lake to visitSee more..
4.5Alouette Lake(132 reviews) - Awesome lake close to Vancouver. Bodies of Water
Situated in popular Golden Ears Provincial Park, Alouette Lake has become a favourite destination for a weekend camping trip or just a day trip. Lots of parking. Hiking, swimming, boating and fishing are just some of the things to do there. If you plan to camp you must reserve your site very early in the season. Picnic tables and BBQ pits available. All the feelings of being out in nature just an hour from Vancouver.See more..
4.0White Pine Beach(129 reviews) - Sasamat in 2021 Bodies of Water
Sasamat provides a lovely white sand beach on a lake that can be quite clean. The cleanliness depends on the number of people in the water - crowds equal murk and kids doing what kids do. Likewise, for part of the Spring, there can be too many geese with poop everywhere including the water. It’s very popular with open water swimming, having little or no current and being in a largely protected valley the water is rarely more than rippled. Power boats are not allowed, but it is popular with kayakers, stand up paddle boarders and floated of all kinds. One recent development is pay parking. However if you get there early and go in for a swim around the lake you can easily get out before 10:00 and not have to pay. Hope this helps?See more..
4.5Cultus Lake(118 reviews) - Main Beach great for families Bodies of Water
I’ve loved coming here for 30 years! The series of docks are great for all levels of swimmers and refreshing to jump in to the water. Water is warmer than other spots, more boat traffic now that the 90s because of all the developed houses right across from Main Beach. Playground was great for our 3.5 year old son (would say great for 3-8 year olds). Sandy beach was raked smooth and as the first visitors of the day (10am on a Tuesday in August) we got our pick of spots. Lots of shade available on the beach, washrooms close, picnic tables and benches. Concession available. Only downfall is high cost of parking but worth it for all the services. See more..
4.5Christina Lake(112 reviews) - Crystal clear and warm lake Bodies of Water
Christina Lake community is known to have the warmest lake in Canada and being in the Kootenay Lake beforehand we absolutely can confirm this. The water is crystal clear and warm. Locals mentioned that it is fed by some hot springs nearby. There is a larger beach, well maintained, on the South End which can be accessed by the Christina Lake Provincial Park.See more..
Restless river passing through picturesque valleys offers spectacular scenery and some of the finest white water rafting in the country.See more..
4.5Lafarge Lake(88 reviews) - Transit for Christmas Night Market Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water
This took a couple of attempts with our little ones this holiday season. The first evening we accidentally tried to go when it coincided with the Christmas night market. We circled the parking lots for 15min then went home. We heard later other interactions over parking were very heated. I reattempted to see the lights with my kiddos on a Sunday just after Christmas. It was still very busy and vendor trucks available for mini donuts and hot chocolate, but parking was much more reasonable.See more..
Family fun and picnic, 13 of us went and stayed for 8 hours. The kids had lots of fun in the lake, it really is a beautiful spot, we go there a lot. Best tip Arrive early. The place gets packed quickly and they often shut down the main parking because it fills up quickly and secondary parking is quite a hike.See more..
4.5Seton Lake(58 reviews) - stunning views Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water
Stopped here as we left the town and it was just incredibly beautiful and peaceful. The car park is well maintained and there are toilet facilities.See more..
4.5Cheakamus River(57 reviews) - Stunning Riverside Trail Bodies of Water
Park in the ample parking just down the road. Walk up the sidewalk divided by the yellow line to the logging road. There are four posts fifty feet up. Choose the Cheakamus river walk, a winding 1 and 1/2+ hour trai (each way) to the gorgeous suspension bridge. The river’s fury and glacial colour and forest’s perfection are your reasons for going. Return by the other side of the river or go on to the lake (get details in advance).See more..
4.5Buntzen Lake(56 reviews) - Thank you BC Hydro!! Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Love love love buntzen lake! Lots of trails, gorgeous scenery, awesome dog park/beach and a cold lake to cool you off after hiking. Good for family, friends or a solo trip. It’s a busy place in the summer but open all year.See more..
I have sailed all over the world, and British Columbia is the best cruising area by far. The weather, in summer, is generally pleasant. The main cruising area, from Victoria to the Broughton Archipelago, is protected, with hundreds of islands and thousands of anchorages, many of which you might have to yourselves, even at the height of cruising season. The most accessible are the Gulf Islands, but the best area is Desolation Sound. You can get there in one very long day from Vancouver, or two easy days. Two long days from Victoria. The water is warm, especially in Pendrill Sound, the warmest water north of, well, it's warmer than most of California. Great scenery, open enough for sailing but protected enough to be safe. What's not to like?See more..
4.0Jones Lake(55 reviews) - Midweek Peace, Tranquility, and some Bears. Bodies of Water
Came up for a couple of days with the missus and our dog. The views of the mountains up the lake are insane and the water is fresh and cold for swimming and floating. We found a shady campsite right on the lake that we could drive right into and setup. Once the sun went down on the first night our dog started growling and barking up at the road, I went to see what was there and there was a medium sized black bear very close at the site entrance. I scared it off quickly and it ran back into the bush. It returned the second night as I forgot to put a small garbage bag we had hanging from a tree away and me and the dog barked it away again. Be careful with your food and other attractants here!See more..
5.0Buntzen Lake(44 reviews) - Beautiful Hike! Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
We went in the fall/October. I understand the weekends in the summer are pretty busy. Parking easy and lots of it! WE hiked through the trails for about 1.5 hours. fairly flat but there were a few sections that were up and down. Runners were ok. Quiet during the week. Pooch had a ball in the outdoors! The lake itself is quiet during the week.See more..
4.5Wedgemount Lake(38 reviews) - Such a beautiful place. Turquoise Lake, massive glacier, waterfalls. This place has it all! Bodies of Water
It's a steep hike but it's not terribly long. Only 7k from the parking lot to the amazing lake. The lakeside hut is great as a base or one of the dozens of incredible-view tent pads. The glacier is close by and easily accessible and relatively safe to hike on as long as you stay away from the edges and crevasses.See more..
4.5Brohm Lake(37 reviews) - A clear, cool, beautiful lake Bodies of Water
Covering 32 acres, this lake area is perfect for fishing and camping.See more..
4.0Whonnock Lake(36 reviews) - Celebration of Life Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
On July 19th 2019, our family, my two sons, my mother in law and many beloved friends and family held for my forever loved and beautiful wife, her celebration of life after an extremely unexpected and horrible turn of events that led to her passing on Saturday July 6th 2019. We rented this location and everyone involved made it as easy and smooth as possible considering what we were all going trough. The grounds are absolutely peaceful and extremely inviting and accommodating...See more..
4.0Burnaby Lake(29 reviews) - Beautiful!!! Beautiful!!! Bodies of Water
I live near this blessed place. Great walks. Natural. Calming and peaceful. Take in the fresh fresh air. Get invigorated. See more..
4.5Lindeman Lake(27 reviews) - Great hike but find the right time to go! Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water
When we went, it was pretty nice. A bit chilly but as you're going up the trails you get pretty warmed up and you feel great. Quite often you run into individuals with their stupid dogs who are obviously not trained to be there with the owners. I blame the owners. Other than that it's a pretty good hike, nice lake at the end where you can relax. A large stone/rock wall oversees the lake and from the bottom it seems like little gargoyles are up on the cliffs. Pretty neat hike, doesn't take too long to get up there. It's worth it!See more..
4.0Albert Dyck Park(24 reviews) - Abbotsford's Best Beach! Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water • Parks
Okay, there are no other beaches in Abbotsford, so compared to swimming in Mill Lake, this is awesome. It was once a quarry, so not naturally beautiful since it's man-made. The sand isn't the finest, but does vary in grain size depending where you lie. The lake is warm enough in summer and nice for swimming. One end is sectioned off for swimming, while the rest is for waterskiing and wakeboarding. Opposite the swimming end is a dog area. Two decent volleyball courts and a trail around the lake. When I started coming here 20 years ago it was a secret and always quiet. Now it's hard to find a parking spot on any sunny day in summer. It was closed for swimming for a bit due to high bacterial count. See more..
4.5Dinner Bay Park(22 reviews) - Very fun disc golf course Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks
Huge thanks to whoever made the disc golf course. We played in the deep snow and had a lot of fun navigating through forest and up/down slopes. The animal carvings / sculptures made it ever more special. Great signage and tee pads.See more..
4.5Cheam Lake Wetlands Regional Park(18 reviews) - Nice place to clear the mind Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails • Forests
If your looking to go for a nice scenic walk this is a great place to go and it's children friendly the only downside is no dogs allowed other the that it's a beautiful place to check out. See more..
4.5Quesnel Lake(14 reviews) - A great place to visit Bodies of Water
Be sure to add this area to your trip , some fantastic scenery and wonderful wildlife. Visit the Ghost Town at Quesnell Forks, see how the original settlers lived. If in this region at the end September, check out the Salmon runs here. There is an annual event here please check for dates prior to visit. This is a remote location an well worth some quality time here for the wildlife at Horsefly forks. Also be sure to take a ride throw re Beaver Valley road, the wildlife here is spectacular, including Bears, Eagles, Hawks, Dear, Moose. Be sure to drive slowly and have Cameras ready. This is a road a car can navigate, you don't need a 4 WD, unless in Winter. Plan to spend time here to see the best of the scenery and of course wildlife.See more..
Although the driving trail was closed for the season; we walked to the lake..... It was a beautiful scenic walk with eagle and wolf sightings. The lake is larger than expected, I look forward to returning when the season is warmer. See more..
4.5Falls Lake(13 reviews) - Scenic Drive With a Short Hike To a Beautiful Lake Bodies of Water
My wife and I discovered this from a hiking brochure when visiting Hope, BC, Canada. To reach the trail head, take Route 5 north east from Hope, BC to exit 221. The drive is very scenic. After taking the exit, pass under Route 5 and drive the only paved, spur road at the interchange. The spur road's pavement ends at the large parking lot for the trail head (about 500 m). Hike the gravel road over the stream and turn left onto the trail. The trail is about 1 km, paralleling the stream which flows from the lake. The lake is very nice. There are two wooden platforms for tents, making this a nice, easy backpack trip. We had the trail to ourselves on our Wednesday afternoon hike.See more..
4.5Kalum River(13 reviews) - Awesome winter steelhead. Bodies of Water
Bar-none the best steelhead fishing I have ever experienced. I even caught a couple on my ultra-light "dolly" set up. I would highly recommend this river to anyone looking for a once in a lifetime experience. Even if you don't land any fish the scenery and tranquility are more than worth the trip.See more..
The only accessible natural waterfront in Salmon Arm that the city hasn’t destroyed (managed by SABNES for the Nature Trust), this 4KM stretch of level trail through the woods and grassy marshes is a delightful haven with lots of birds and lucky spottings of deer, moose and beavers. Easy to walk or cycle with dogs on a leash (except during nesting). Side boardwalks for bird and beaver sighting offer even more variety. Dandy place for every nature lover, much enjoyed by users of all ages.See more..
5.0Nahatlatch River(12 reviews) - Stunning views and great for rafting Bodies of Water
If you're going to visit the river you must check out REO Rafting! The river boasts grade 4 rapids but also takes it down a notch at some points! It also has Francis Lake further upstream, which has a very tame current making it nice to have a quick dip in! The sounds of the river are very relaxing and are actually conducive to a good nights sleep. The river is very much off the tourist trail, and has limited evidence of human influence. It truly is a wonder of nature that is relatively untouched.See more..
4.0One Mile Lake(11 reviews) - Charming spot and accessible Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water
Just off the highway, this is a lovely, easy walk around the lake. The boardwalk is well maintained and the trail is wheelchair accessible. We visited in October so we only saw 2 other people during our walk. If you're looking for a change from the Whistler circuits, this makes a great alternative.See more..
4.5Nicola Lake(9 reviews) - Great recreation lake Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water
Nicola Lake has over 20 species of fish including Kokanee and Rainbow Trout. Fishing picks up in the spring when the Kokanee become active. Nicola is a generally a windy lake making it good place for sailing (boats, boards, parasailing, etc.) There is a public boat launch on the South East side of the lake with a dock you can fish from. Monk Park Provincial campground is located on the North West side of the lake and is a great place for families to spend the day or camp. This lake has a long history with local first nations peoples. (There are two pit house depressions located at Monk Park) The fishing and recreational opportunities at Nicola Lake make this my favorite lake in the region.See more..
4.5Brydon Lagoon(9 reviews) - Great place for a short walk with kids and see ducks, geese, turtles Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water
I have been driving my grandkids to various places in GVRD to experience being with birds, ducks, geese and others and only realized this month that we don't need to go far to do it. We have now visited this lagoon 3 times the past 2 weeks and we always have bird food always ready in my car. It's a very short walk from Brydon Park which is also a nice playground.See more..
5.0Crater Lake(9 reviews) - Worth the walk Bodies of Water
It's a 20km+ drive up a steep hill from Smithers and there is a large area for parking near the end of the road (parking is discouraged right at the end). The walk starts under the ski lift and the initial 15 minutes is quite steep. Keep at it though as you are soon rewarded with a easier walk through wild flower meadow. The landscape gets a bit rougher but the path is good and you come upon crater lake between 1-2 hours. A short descent takes you to the lake shore. We continued our climb up the left hand side of the lake and followed the crater rim round. It was a bit loose over shattered rock scree but once up the going was better. Well worth the extra hour or so for the fabulous views. Return from the lake by way of ascent See more..
3.0Keyhole Hot Springs(9 reviews) - Plus and Minus Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Hot Springs & Geysers
the pluses include fabulous views of snow covered mountains and the amazing snowscape will take your breath away. I saw a majestic frozen waterfall. pretty rigorous for a first timer in snowshoeing. the minuses are the few sharp cliffs you will have to get up and down to get to the hot springs, the water was way too hot and i couldn't get more than my toes in despite cooling it down with snow. zero phone signals so bring along your walkie talkies if u need to communicate with team mates. Be sure to bring your own lunch. not good for kids. probably for friends or couples.See more..
4.5Lake Lovely Water(9 reviews) - Too busy and ambience spoiled now Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Beautiful location- the hike is a tough grind up and equally hard down. The lake and surroundings are beautiful , but forget solitude, it’s packed these days and with helidrops in with everything bar a media room you’ll be lucky to find a spot to pitch your tent. Consider another lake unless you love crowds!See more..
4.5Dragon Lake(8 reviews) - A place for all . Year round we go Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
We finally found a place that offers year round activities . We were more than thrilled .we seen sail boats this time when we were there and swimmers as well. The lake is not to deep 35 feet and is really warm in summer time . We wanted to stay longer but the skeeters were bad .See more..
4.5Harmon Lake(7 reviews) - Great quite place I shall return Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
Catching trout campfires and peace and quite. Weather is unpredictable can have a taste of all the seasons in a day. We had nights of 85 one day next was blowing 40-50 mph and pouring rain. Pack in and pack out your garbage. Site have cattle guards surrounding camp ground so cattle are not a issue as have been in the past. MoMA deer and her fawn came for a visit after the long weekenders left.See more..
4.5Lions Memorial Park(7 reviews) - Great Picnic Area Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks • Gardens
We love to go and pick up a light lunch and take it to the park on a nice summer day. Very relaxing with the trees and the creek running through. See more..
5.0Widgeon Slough(5 reviews) - More to explore Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
Great place only accessible by watercraft you must cross pit Lake to get to Widgon slough /Creek. You cannot access S Park from the Quarry Road on the west side of pet River 9 km down you will encounter a locked gate! As you travel down a dusty road with a bunch of dump trucks carrying rocks. So don’t go to that side stick to the east side head up to the pit Lake boat launch. There are no bathrooms. There is no swimming. There is a location to put in your kayak or a paddle board as well as location to drop your trailers vessel. I only managed to paddle to the first to the first each up a slew as we were in a time crunch. Next time I will allow more time. I swam at the little beach and also took a few dips off of our SUPs. Beautiful seaweed grass I can’t wait to go see the waterfallsSee more..
