- Communities
- Communities
Explore 67 paddle friendly communities across BC and dive into waterway info, adventure ideas, and local content.
Kitimat
Visit the Soul of Douglas Channel Paddle the fjords of the north coast by visiting Kitimat, a beautiful community tucked at the head of the spectacular Douglas Channel, a deep coastal body of water…
- Waterways
- Waterways
Browse launch locations, points of interest, and local hazards across 62 waterways in British Columbia.
Kootenay Lake
Stretching over 100 km between the Selkirk and Purcell Mountains, Kootenay Lake offers paddlers an endless playground of crystal-clear water, secluded beaches, and dramatic mountain backdrops.…
- Trip Planning
- Trip PlanningAll Itineraries
Explore 18 paddling adventures that wander through some of the province’s most beautiful and surprising regions.
Southern Gulf Islands Road Trip: A 3-Day Paddle Itinerary
The coast has always called to me. The salty air, the rhythm of crashing waves, and the rugged beauty of Vancouver Island’s shores. The stories I'd heard of secluded coves, glassy channels, and…
- Stories
- StoriesAll Stories
Explore 50 stories to inspire your journey across the waterways of BC.
Eleven BC Waterways You Should Paddle For World Rivers Day
The first river I paddled in British Columbia was the Slocan in the East Kootenay. It was, and still is, unbelievably beautiful. Having grown up canoeing the flat-as-glass prairies, I had never…
Saturna Lighthouse Pub
Dockside Pub
The Saturna Lighthouse Pub is conveniently located next to the ferry and public dock at Lyall Harbour on Saturna Island. They offer a variety of organic food options and have a lineup of Lighthouse Brewery beer on tap.