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BC Marine Trails

BC Marine Trails is a non-profit organization promoting public access to BC's coastline through marine trails.

Explore BC's coast sustainably with BC Marine Trails!

Backeddy Resort & Marina

Nestled along a remote shoreline on BC’s Sunshine Coast, the Backeddy Resort and Marina offers connection, adventure and renewal.

The perfect resort for paddlers is Backeddy, they have an oceanfront pub, offer rentals and have eco-tours.

Bear River Mercantile, Bowron Lake Museum

Relax at Bear Camp with their eco-friendly cabins and enjoy time out on the water with canoe and kayak rentals available.

Explore history, art & adventure at our eclectic store in Bowron Lake!

Backeddy Pub

A local and seasonally inspired menu, with signature cocktails, local Sunshine Coast craft beer selections and carefully chosen wines. 

Meet friends new and known, share the spirit of adventure and celebrate together.

Bayview Brewing Company

Brewed with Local Vancouver Island malts from Field 5 Farm and hopped with Canada's very own Sasquatch hops!

Bear's Den Pub

32 Lakes Cafe and Bakery

Using high quality local ingredients 32 Lakes Café and Bakery offers a variety of specialty coffees, sourdough bread, and other baked goods.

Bacchus Books and Cafe

Beachcomber Coffee Company

It's not just a coffee, it's a lifestyle...We're a craft coffee company serving those Sunshine Coast Vibes from our two locations on the Sunshine Coast, BC.

Beachcomber Coffee is an award-winning craft coffee company based on the Sunshine Coast, BC!

Adams River Rafting 

Adams River Rafting offers unforgettable 2.5-hour trips down the scenic Adams River in BC. Enjoy rafting, learn about Indigenous culture, and more!

"A trip you won't forget!" Experience the thrill of rafting with us today!

Aegir Adventures Sea Kayaking

Discover the beauty of Bella Coola and the Great Bear Rainforest with Aegir Adventures. Experienced guides, top-notch equipment, and unforgettable experiences await.

Explore Bella Coola with Aegir Adventures today!

ALERT BAY 360 ECO PADDLE

Join the Alert Bay 360 event for a chance to win prizes and cash rewards. Limited spots available!

Join the adventure! Register now before spots run out!

Alpha Adventures- Outdoor Adventure Store

Whether in Sechelt, Gibsons, or Pender Harbour, Alpha Adventures offers paddle rentals and more at each location.

'Explore the Sunshine Coast!'

Alpine Rafting

Alpine Rafting is located in Golden BC on the famous and beautiful Kicking Horse River.

"Whitewater rafting on the mighty Kicking Horse River!"

Apex Rafting

30+ years of Rafting in Revelstoke! Consistent Ownership since Day 1, fantastic rafting and a commitment to superior customer service keeps Apex Rafting top rated on Google, Facebook and Trip Advisor. 26 km of rafting with up to Class 3+ Rapids(Class 4 at high flows) Price also includes Rafting Trip Photos and fresh fruit &amp; pastries. Hot Tub/Sauna available.

Lots of great rapids, 26kms of rafting includes fresh fruit, pastries & trip photos!

Aquabatics

Aquabatics in Smithers, BC offers premier paddling gear, rentals, and courses since the 1980s.

"Best store for everyone's watersports needs. Get on the water with us today!

AT THE WATER’S EDGE ADVENTURES

Explore breathtaking kayak tours in Vancouver Island's marine wildlife habitats with At the Water's Edge Adventures.

Discover Your Wild Side on the Water

Backwater Paddling

Experience top-notch kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddling in beautiful BC. From lessons to advanced courses, we've got you covered!

Discover BC's Best Paddle Adventures Today!

Beach Life Boards

Alder Bay Kayak

Alder Bay Resort offers sea kayaking excursions with North Island Kayaks in Johnstone Strait. Explore local islands, remote beaches, and marine wildlife.

Paddle into adventure! Discover wildlife in the Johnstone Strait.

Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

Stretching from the Cariboo Mountains in the east to the western coastline of mainland BC, this region is equal parts fresh and salty.

##### Get Fresh and Salty. This Region's Got It All.

Castlegar

Discover the little city at the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia rivers. And try the borscht.

Paddle the Heart of the Kootenays

Comox Valley

Paddle calm bays, explore rivers, or challenge the Strait. Whales, wildlife &amp; endless options await.

Paddle Estuary & Ocean Adventures 

Cowichan

Bordered by Nanaimo and the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional Districts, Cowichan is located at the southern part of Vancouver Island. It's a waterfront community perfect for those who love the ocean. Cowichan is also home to many lakes and rivers making it a perfect spot to fit every paddlers needs.

Explore the ocean, lakes, and rivers in Cowichan for the best paddling experiences!

Cranbrook

Calm lakes or thrilling rapids. Paddle serenity or adventure in the Kootenays!

Kootenay Paddling Paradise: Lakes, Rivers & Mountain Views

Fernie

The Elk River snakes its way past this community and the Bull River flows nearby. As their names suggest, the paddling here is wild.

##### Welcome to the Core of the Canadian Rockies

Golden

Golden is perfectly named because the paddling experiences here are worth their weight in, well, you know.

##### For Paddlers, This Place is Worth its Weight in Gold

Harrison River Valley

Paddle serene lakes &amp; rivers. Witness wildlife, mountains &amp; untouched beauty. Your escape awaits.

Tranquil Waters & Majestic Mountains

Hope, Cascades, and Canyons

Nestled at the confluence of the Fraser and Coquihalla rivers, at the foot of the Cascade mountains, the municipality of Hope is well named: once you know how good the paddling is here, you’ll long to visit.

Your Gateway to Paddling Adventures

Kamloops

Located at the confluence of the North and South Thompson Rivers, the city’s name comes from the Indigenous word Tk'emlúps or “meeting place.” Meet you there.

##### Visit the Centre of BC. And It All. 

Kelowna

 Downtown Kelowna is right by the water front making it a perfect location for all paddlers, with over 20 vineyards in the area to explore.

Kelowna is the largest urban area in the BC interior and one of the fastest growing cities in Canada. It’s also a hot spot for cool paddling.

Kitimat

Explore the calm, wildlife-rich waters of the secluded Douglas Channel, where playful orcas and curious seals might greet you. Whether serenity or adrenaline beckons, Kitimat's diverse paddling opportunities await.

Where Mountains Meet the Sea

Kootenay Rockies

Located in the south-eastern corner of BC, the Kootenays encompass portions of four major mountain ranges and a variety of valleys, making it a freshwater paddling paradise.

##### "Kootenay" Is paddler slang for "Awesome".

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Nanaimo

Located on Vancouver Island Nanaimo is a great place for paddlers to explore different bays, inlets, and the Pacific Ocean.
A bustling harbour city on the east coast of Vancouver Island, Nanaimo gets its name from the Coast Salish word “Sney-Ny-Mous,” which means “meeting place.” Appropriate because you’ll definitely want to connect with friends here and go paddling.

Located on Vancouver Island Nanaimo is a great place for paddlers to explore different bays, inlets, and the Pacific Ocean.



Northern BC

If you’re looking for vast swaths of unspoiled nature, BC’s largest tourism region, which spans over a half-million square kilometres, Northern BC is for you.

Countless Lakes and Rivers to Choose From.

Quesnel

This mid-sized city is located at the confluence of the Fraser and Quesnel Rivers and is the jumping off point for the popular Bowron Lakes circuit.

##### Even a Short Stay Will Create Lifelong Memories

Southern Gulf Islands

There are over 300 islands located off the shores of south-eastern Vancouver Island that can be explored by sea kayak, canoe, and paddleboard including the main ones of Galiano, Mayne, Pender, Gabriola, and Salt Spring. Go ahead, take your time.

Squamish

There’s a reason the town’s motto is “hardwired for adventure.” Nestled on the northeastern shore of Howe Sound, Squamish offers ocean, lake, and river paddling adventures.

Welcome to the Gateway of Fun

Sunshine Coast

Boasting an average of 2,400 hours of sunlight a year, this appropriately named area is located on the coastal mainland north-west of Vancouver. And the paddling is brilliant.

180km of Coastal Paddling Adventures

Thompson Okanagan

Central British Columbia offers up warm lakes and rivers beside some of the province’s coolest communities.