Sunshine Coast

Around Sunshine Coast

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Sunshine Coast

Locals say The Coast · “The Coast”

Where the forest meets the tide.

Pacific Ocean blueCoastal rainforest greenSunset orange

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Welcome to the Sunshine Coast, where the ocean meets the forest. Whether you're here for the weekend or settling in, you'll find a laid-back community that loves the outdoors. Grab a coffee, hit the trail, and enjoy the views.

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The room

One room for everyone around Sunshine Coast. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.

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Things to do

  • Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park Famous for tidal rapids that draw kayakers and hikers.
  • Porpoise Bay Provincial Park Popular for camping, swimming, and paddling on Sechelt Inlet.
  • Tetrahedron Provincial Park Backcountry hiking and alpine lakes, accessed from the Coast.
  • Sunshine Coast Trail 180 km hut-to-hut trail running the length of the region.
  • Gibsons Landing Iconic waterfront village known from 'The Beachcombers' TV show.
  • Sechelt Inlet Calm waters ideal for kayaking, with hidden coves and islets.
  • Outdoors Kayak Sechelt Inlet
  • Outdoors Hike the Sunshine Coast Trail
  • With kids Visit the Gibsons Landing wharf and watch the boats
  • With kids Explore the Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives
  • Evenings Catch live music at local pubs
  • Evenings Visit brewery taprooms for craft beer
  • Locals love coastal hiking trails
  • Locals love farmers markets

Through the year

  • Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts August Canada's oldest literary festival, held in Sechelt each August.
  • Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival June Weekend of jazz performances in the waterfront village.
  • Gibsons Sea Cavalcade July Summer celebration with a parade, water sports, and family fun.
  • Sechelt Fall Fair September Agricultural fair with exhibits, food, and rides.
  • Roberts Creek May Day May Community celebration with a maypole, parade, and crafts.

Mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Best from May to September. Best: May to September

Talk like a local

“The Coast”
The region itself
“Up the coast”
Heading north from Vancouver
“Skookum”
Strong or good, from Chinook jargon
“Ferry wait”
Time spent waiting for the ferry

Getaways

  • Vancouver City life, shopping, and dining.
  • Squamish Outdoor adventure, climbing, and hiking.
  • Nanaimo Historic waterfront and restaurants.
  • Powell River Further up the coast, with more wilderness.

Local flavour

Teams

  • Sechelt Kodiaks Pacific Junior Hockey League

Also rooting for Vancouver Canucks (NHL), BC Lions (CFL), Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS)

Eat and drink

  • Spot prawns A local delicacy, celebrated with a spring festival.
  • Pacific salmon Fresh from local waters, often grilled or smoked.
  • Oysters Served raw or roasted at seaside shacks.
  • Fish and chips A classic coastal comfort food.
  • Local craft beer Breweries dot the coast, using local ingredients.

Where people go

  • Ferry terminals The lifeline to Vancouver, where locals and visitors alike wait for the boat.
  • Coastal hiking trails From easy beach walks to rugged mountain paths, the forest meets the sea.
  • Farmers markets Weekly gatherings with local produce, crafts, and music.
  • Artisan studios The coast is known for its vibrant arts community, with many working studios.
  • Seafood shacks Casual spots serving fresh catches with a view.
  • Marinas Hubs of activity for fishing boats and pleasure craft.

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Rural Sunshine Coast, BC. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.

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