Regional District of Nanaimo

British Columbia

A wonderful city Park with a river and small falls that rushes to trickles, depending upon the time of year. But the moss during the fall rains is a wonderous site (you need to go just a bit off trail to see it like this).
A wonderful city Park with a river and small falls that rushes to trickles, depending upon the time of year. But the moss during the fall rains is a wonderous site (you need to go just a bit off trail to see it like this).
There are a lot of statues and art that can be found along the shores of Nanaimo.
There are a lot of statues and art that can be found along the shores of Nanaimo.
#Blue Heron soaking up the Cedar sunshine. Traipse down to the boat launch during low tide, and find yourself some oysters!

Popular cities in Regional District of Nanaimo

Port Alberni featuring a marina
Nanaimo
Known for Ports, Ferries and boats and Islands
Take a ferry to one of British Columbia’s oldest cities and enjoy its cosmopolitan mix of a college town, a waterfront resort and an old mining boomtown.

Reasons to visit

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal
  • Departure Bay Beach
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Parksville which includes a sunset and sailing
Parksville
Known for Beaches, Sea and Walking
Enjoy the panoramic river and sea views, sandy beaches, scenic forest trails and lively festivals of this charming ocean-side community on Vancouver Island.

Reasons to visit

  • Parksville Beach
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
  • Parksville Community Park
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The Old School House Arts Centre featuring interior views and art as well as an individual femail
Qualicum Beach
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Explore relaxing Qualicum Beach: its beaches, parks, camping, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • The Old School House Arts Centre
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Nanoose Bay which includes rugged coastline and a house
Nanoose Bay
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Discover a popular wildlife spotting location on the east coast of Vancouver Island and take to the water to explore miles of untouched shoreline.

Reasons to visit

  • Beachcomber Marina
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Gabriola Island
Gabriola Island
Discover breathtaking coastline, thrilling adventure sports and magnificent wildlife on one of the most picturesque of Victoria’s Gulf Islands.

Reasons to visit

  • Elder Cedar Nature Reserve
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Formerly known as Ammonite Falls, this is a great afternoon hike with a cool waterfall and pond at the end of the hike. Well worth it!
Arrowsmith-Benson
Head to sights like Jewel Lake and Mount Arrowsmith as you discover Arrowsmith-Benson.
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