Accommodation and Experience Providers

Painted Boat Resort & Marina is the premier resort on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Canada. Located two hours from Vancouver via BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay and Highway 1, the Resort is also accessible by seaplane. Featuring 31 west-coast inspired, one-bed/two-bed & two-bed loft waterfront villas. Each villa has a gourmet, fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, patio and barbecue. All villas have waterfront views. Some dog friendly villas are available, and need to be reserved by calling Guest Services at the time of booking accommodation. Painted Boat Resort offers an infinity pool (open seasonally), hot tub, fitness center and an award-winning Spa & Serenity Garden. The Lagoon Restaurant, at the resort, overlooks Pender Harbour and offers West Coast cuisine with local ingredients.

Encore Brewing is Cranbrooks go-to spot for fun, food, and craft beerall under one roof. Enjoy in-house brewed beer while playing pool, arcade games, bowling, tabletop games, or oversized classics like Giant Jenga, Tetris, and Connect Four. Perfect for families, groups, or anyone looking to unwind and play. A welcoming, local hangout in the heart of town with something for everyone.

BC small craft distillery, tasting room and lounge

Measuring about 60 feet across, this natural spit of land stretches out into the middle of a lake providing views of both Canada and the United States.

Ucluelets most respected, respectful and experienced marine wildlife watching company. Whale and Bear watching surrounded by incredible scenery. Small group cruising since 1978 in Barkley Sound and the Broken Group Islands. Choose our fast and fun Zodiac or our slower paced cabin cruiser. Mainly Gray, Humpback, sometimes Orca whales. Sea Lions, Seals, Eagles, possible Sea Otter. Exciting, innovative boat tours include: spring, summer and fall "Whale Watching"; summer and fall "Bear Watching Harbour Tour"; summer and fall "Islands and Sea Things"; winter Sunset Islands and Harbour tours.

We at the Town of Lake Cowichan Visitor Centre will strive to ensure that all of our visitors have a wonderful experience in the Cowichan Lake area. The Centre can provide information on attractions and events in the area. We will strive to assist you in making your visit to Lake the best it can be. The Cowichan Lake area has some of the best hiking trails, water recreation opportunities, and campsites. Visit us and discover all that the Cowichan Lake area has to offer!