Location: Lake Cowichan
Top Things to do in Lake Cowichan
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Lake Cowichan (Nitinaht: ʕaʔk̓ʷaq c̓uubaʕsaʔtx̣), (pop. 2,974), is a town located on the east end of Cowichan Lake and, by highway, is 27 kilometres (17 mi) west of Duncan, British Columbia. The town of Lake Cowichan was incorporated in 1944. The Cowichan River flows through the middle of the town. Cowichan Lake is British Columbia's second-most pristine lake and Cowichan River is designated as a Heritage River.
Restaurants in Lake Cowichan
1. Kenzie's Fishing Adventures
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
Fully licensed and insured, professional, guided freshwater fishing on southern Vancouver Island. We specialize in customized, 6 to 8 hour fishing trips. Fish Vancouver Island's most productive and scenic freshwater systems with the most experienced guide/outfitters in the area. Fish the Cowichan River and other rivers and lakes for trout, salmon or bass.
2. ORKA - Outdoor Recreation and Kayak Adventures
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
We offer river tubing, kayaking, and SUP boards rentals and now Canoes. For your best selection of products come visit us or our website orkaadventures.com
3. Scarletts Second Hand Boutique and Espresso Bar
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
An awesome little Espresso bar serving locally roasted coffee tucked in the back of a funky shop full of this and that. Local art, refinished furniture, souvenirs, hand made products and so much more. Best Latte in Lake Cowichan...
4. Cowichan Lake Visitor Centre
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We at the Town of Lake Cowichan Visitor/Business Centre will strive to ensure that all of our visitors have a wonderful experience in the Cowichan Lake area. The Centre can provide information on attractions and events in the area. We will strive to assist you in making your visit to Lake the best it can be. The Cowichan Lake area has some of the best hiking trails, water recreation opportunities, and campsites. Visit us and discover all that the Cowichan Lake area has to offer!
5. Cowichan Valley trail
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By MargC459
Just finished a 3 day/2 night tour of the CVT with amazing early October sunshine! We started the trail north of Ladysmith near the Haslam Suspension Bridge, but it was certainly a challenge initially finding it, with poor sign markings. Once on the trail and closer to Ladysmith, the signage improved and we experienced no further problems. The trail is mostly converted rail trail, however some sections early on are on side roads - all sections are truly beautiful and well worth the visit. Our first night was spent in Lake Cowichan and second night in Shawnigan Lake. Highlights definitely included all the trestle bridges, with Kinsol being the most spectacular; the gorgeous sections of the Cowichan River; and the backcountry forests and farm land views of the valley. Trail conditions were very good however the trail is still closed between 66M trestle and Holt Creek trestle due to an earlier washout. Good to see that the Parks guys are working hard to restore it though - hopefully will be completed soon. Great stops for eats just off trail include the Glenora General Store and Unsworth Winery (this one a little further afield, but well worth the visit!).
6. Kaatza station museum and archives
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
7. Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit is a public motorsports playground where performance driving enthusiasts, friends and businesses come together to enjoy a unique facility found among the verdant mountains of British Columbia’s island Eden within the Cowichan Valley. Come experience Vancouver Island's newest attraction today! EXPERIENCE A TASTE OF THE CIRCUIT Discover the very best of Canada’s only year-round motorsport facility through our one-day comprehensive test-drive experience where for one day, you will live like a member. From the arrival at the entrance gate, checking in at reception, you will be invited to explore all we have to offer, gain access to our clubhouse amenities and at days’ end, unwind in the spectacular Paddock Lounge with fresh island cuisine amidst Canada’s most compelling natural beauty. Alongside your personal driving coach, you will have the opportunity to experience some of the finest performance cars in our fleet.
Reviewed By davefK2640MJ
The first every Island Ford Ultimate Drivers Experience hosted at VIMC was incredible. The facility is world class. The staff are super friendly, engaging and fun. You really feel they love what they do and our experience was their only focus. To say everyone had a blast is an understatement. An event like this are usually put on as training sessions by Ford. To have a public session to experience an ultimate demo drive is truly an amazing opportunity. From the high five's, huge smiles and the uncontrollable laughter I'm sure this won't be our last. Many Thanks to VIMC Staff, Justin and the Island Ford Sales team for making this a huge success. Most of all thanks to all the folks who came out to experience the amazing 2020 Explorer, 2020 Escape and 2019 Ranger. Sincerely Dave "Ford" Faithfull
8. Gordon Bay Provincial Park
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4.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By woodragon33
Our family of four loved exploring the campsite, shower amenities, and being so close to the lake. Fantastic!
9. Cowichan River Provincial Park
10. Gord' s Fly Box
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
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