Parksville-Qualicum Beach
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By car
Parksville-Qualicum Beach is located just off of the Island Highway (Highway 19), about 30 minutes north of Nanaimo. Exits 46 and 51 connect with Parksville and Exit 60 provides access to Qualicum Beach. The nearest ferry terminal with connections to Vancouver and the Lower Mainland is in Nanaimo.By bus
The at 540 East Island Hwy, +1 250-248-5332, is serviced by two bus companies with connections across Vancouver Island.- Greyhound Canada has twice daily service to Parksville with connections to Nanaimo (including the Departure Bay ferry terminal), Victoria, Courtenay and Campbell River.
- Tofino Bus provides a daily connection to Nanaimo (including the ferry terminal), Port Alberni, Ucluelet and Tofino. Service is up to three times a day during the summer and once or twice daily in winter. Adult fares range from $10 (to Coombs) to $40 (Tofino).
By train
As late as 2011, Via Rail provided passenger rail service to Parksville. There has been talk of reintroducing rail service, but it is not available at this time.See
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Little Qualicum Cheeseworks & MooBerry Winery
phone: +1 250 954-3931address: 403 Lowrys RdSmall working farm that produces and sells about 12 varieties of cheese. There’s a gift shop with samples so you can try before you buy. It also includes a tasting counter for the MooBerry Winery associated with the farm that makes blackberry wine. Visitors are free to walk around most of the buildings, take a look at the animals (cows, horses, rabbits, a donkey), watch the cows get milked, relax at the cafe or take a walk on the trail (about 30 minutes) that provides views of Mt. Arrowsmith.
Do
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address: on the beachAnnual sand sculpture contest and festivities.
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Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park
phone: +1 250-248-6237address: 375 Island Hwy W, ParksvillePopular family attraction with two attractive mini golf courses, bumper boats and a giant shoe that can't be missed from the highway. There's also a concession stand and gift shop. -
Parksville Community Park & Beach
address: Island Hwy & Cornfield St NLarge park with access to Parksville Beach and the 0.5 km boardwalk. Close to the beach is a kids playground and waterpark, as well as a skatepark. There are also sports fields and tennis courts. -
Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
phone: +1 250 474-1336address: Island Hwy (19A) & Resort DriveVery popular park and beach. The sandy beach stretches for 2 km and the water is quite shallow so it tends to be warmer. There’s also hiking in the forest, campsites and the Rathtrevor Beach Nature House that has information displays, snacks, gift shop and special events during the summer. -
Qualicum Beach
address: Island Hwy WestA long stretch of sand that is popular for walking, swimming, skimboarding, kayaking and stand-up paddle boards. A paved walking path beside the beach for much of its length provides some nice views. There are several free parking areas along the side of the Island Highway.
Eat
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Lefty’s Fresh Food Restaurants
address: 101-280 East Island Hwy, ParksvilleLocal chain (two locations) that does breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast options include pancakes, toast, granola and a variety of egg dishes. Lunch covers sandwiches, salads, burgers and pizza. Dinner options include pizza and a variety of meat, fish and pasta dishes. Portion sizes are good and both locations have small patios.
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Qualicum Beach
address: 710 Memorial Ave
address: 3109 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach
On the beach with a wrap-around patio. Sandwiches, burgers and pizza, with some fish, seafood and steak/rib options, too. Brunch is served on weekends from 11-2.Sleep
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phone: +1 250 248-6422address: 1182 East Island Highway, ParksvilleOld-style roadside motel that has been recently renovated. All rooms come with microwaves and fridges, high speed internet and LCD TVs, and some rooms have full kitchens. Reviewers indicate the rooms are a bit small but the motel is excellent value for what you get.
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At Nautica Tigh Bed and Breakfast
phone: +1 250-752-0084address: 2519 West Island Highway, Qualicum BeachThree room bed and breakfast located near Qualicum Beach. The Upper Deck Room looks out over the ocean and sleeps up to four. The Patio Room and Secret Garden Room are situated on the ground floor and have private patios. The Patio Room accommodates four and the Secret Garden Room accommodates two. All rooms come with a microwave, fridge, toaster oven, coffee maker and other kitchenware. -
phone: +1 250 248-3424address: 25-1051 Resort Dr, ParksvilleBeautiful ocean front resort located next to famous Rathtrevor Park and a mile of warm sandy beach. Accommodations are 2 bedroom cottages or townhomes and duplex cottages 50 feet from the beach. All accommodations have full kitchens, fireplaces and ground level access. Plenty of parking and space for the children to room. 7 golf courses nearby.
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phone: +1 250 248-8999address: 181 Beachside Dr, Parksville
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address: 911 McFeely Dr, Qualicum BeachFour cottages and two duplexes ranging from studio to three bedrooms. All units include BBQs and Wifi and most have full kitchens. Only the three bedroom duplexes have a full bathroom, the other units have (small) showers instead of baths. The setting is great with the complex on the ocean next to a pebble beach, fantastic views and very peaceful.
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Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
phone: +1 250-248-4674address: 1175 Resort Dr, ParksvilleSpread out in a studio, spacious 1, 2, or 3 bedroom suite, or waterfront villa.