- 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 51 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…
Apex Rafting
Lots of great rapids, 26kms of rafting includes fresh fruit, pastries & trip photos!
Apex Rafting Company has been leading outdoor adventures in Revelstoke, BC for over 30 years. Voted number one by our guests, our rafting excursions are not to be missed.
Google Review by Shabeeh Wrote: My wife and I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a rafting trip with Apex Rafting, and it was an adventure to remember! From start to finish, the entire experience was seamlessly organized, exhilarating, and incredibly fun. We were lucky to experience the first trip of the season and enjoyed the fun company of our tour guides Graham, Devon, and Kade (missing a couple of names here). This was our first time rafting, and we couldn’t have done it with better people.The rafting itself was thrilling! The river offered a perfect mix of calm stretches where we could enjoy the scenery while sharing some jokes, followed by heart-pounding rapids that got the adrenaline pumping. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. We rafted past impressive rocks and logs, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
The equipment and safety instructions provided by the team were excellent, and we felt very confident in the quality and safety of the gear. The guides were also kind enough to provide delicious tea and cookies to help warm us up after a couple of hours on the river.All in all, thank you guys for a memorable and great adventure!