- Communities
- Communities
Explore 71 paddle friendly communities across BC and dive into waterway info, adventure ideas, and local content.
Cowichan
Visit the Heart of Vancouver Island Set between forested mountains and the sheltered east coast of Vancouver Island, the Cowichan region offers paddlers an incredible variety of waterways to explore.…
- Waterways
- Waterways
Browse launch locations, points of interest, and local hazards across 61 waterways in British Columbia.
Cowichan Lake
Thirty kilometres long and edged with forest and hidden beaches, Cowichan Lake is the freshwater jewel of the region.
- Trip Planning
- Trip PlanningAll Itineraries
Explore 19 paddling adventures that wander through some of the province’s most beautiful and surprising regions.
Cowichan Road Trip: A 3-Day Paddle Itinerary
The Cowichan Valley spans 3,500 square kilometres in southern Vancouver Island and is a paddler’s paradise, offering everything from peaceful SUP sessions on Lake Cowichan and saltwater kayaking in…
- Stories
- StoriesAll Stories
Explore 53 stories to inspire your journey across the waterways of BC.
The Best Rivers to Paddle in Cranbrook
Located in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia, the city of Cranbrook is quickly making a name for itself as an outdoor recreation hot spot. Yes, anglers have always plied its waters and…
ALERT BAY 360 ECO PADDLE
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