BC Parks (Curated)

From ancient rainforests to alpine meadows and wild Pacific beaches — our curated guide to parks across the Island.

25 parks featured 4 regions 100s of trails

Official BC Parks (photos & details)

All Regions South Island Central Island West Coast North Island

Central Island

Cathedral Grove (MacMillan Provincial Park)

Walk among 800-year-old Douglas fir giants

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Englishman River Falls Provincial Park

Spectacular waterfalls and swimming holes near Parksville

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Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park

A series of waterfalls and pools near Qualicum Beach

Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

Historic island park accessible by ferry from Nanaimo

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Pipers Lagoon Park

Coastal lagoon and nature trails near Nanaimo

Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park

Iconic sandy beach and camping near Parksville

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