Deanna’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Just a short 5 min drive from the cottage this lovely forest has several different hiking paths for all skill levels to choose from. Our favorite is the yellow path which is good for a moderate fitness level and has a small view with interesting landscape.
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Hidden Grove
7000 Sechelt Inlet RdJust a short 5 min drive from the cottage this lovely forest has several different hiking paths for all skill levels to choose from. Our favorite is the yellow path which is good for a moderate fitness level and has a small view with interesting landscape.
This is one of our most favorite walks. About a 10 minute drive from the village of Sechelt just off the Hwy. You’ll need footwear okay to get muddy (in the off seasons and after a rain). You’ll walk through a beautiful forest, on lovely wooden boardwalks over beaver dammed ponds and end up with spectacular views of the ocean. The entire hike is about 7 km round trip and would be good for those in decent to moderate shape. If you don't feel like doing the whole hike there is lots to see in the first couple km so you won't be disappointed. There are lots of plaques set up along the way that provide insight into local history.
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Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park
This is one of our most favorite walks. About a 10 minute drive from the village of Sechelt just off the Hwy. You’ll need footwear okay to get muddy (in the off seasons and after a rain). You’ll walk through a beautiful forest, on lovely wooden boardwalks over beaver dammed ponds and end up with spectacular views of the ocean. The entire hike is about 7 km round trip and would be good for those in decent to moderate shape. If you don't feel like doing the whole hike there is lots to see in the first couple km so you won't be disappointed. There are lots of plaques set up along the way that provide insight into local history.
Located just off Hwy. 101 in Roberts Creek. It is a beautiful forested area with streams and waterfalls. The hikes are well marked and easy for the novice hiker. Check out the Gumboot Café after your walk for some great eats.
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Cliff Gilker Park
3110 Sunshine Coast HwyLocated just off Hwy. 101 in Roberts Creek. It is a beautiful forested area with streams and waterfalls. The hikes are well marked and easy for the novice hiker. Check out the Gumboot Café after your walk for some great eats.
Right on our bay just a short 10 minute walk away you'll be able to find all the rentals you need to have a great day on the water.
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Pedals & Paddles
7425 Sechelt Inlet RdRight on our bay just a short 10 minute walk away you'll be able to find all the rentals you need to have a great day on the water.
The Skookumchuck Narrows is a worthwhile visit. About a 50 minute drive to Egmont the Skookumchuck Narrows is a popular attraction on the Sunshine Coast where the powerful rapids and whirlpools of the changing tidal waters can be seen that flow between Jervis Inlet and Sechelt Inlet. The trail is about 8km roundtrip and passes through a scenic west coast rainforest before reaching the viewpoints at either North Point or Roland Point. These rapids are a fairly unique occurrence as the water flow can reach speeds of 30km/h as about 200 billion gallons of water passes through the narrows during a tide change.
The best viewing times are when the tides change at their peak times
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Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park
6671 Egmont RdThe Skookumchuck Narrows is a worthwhile visit. About a 50 minute drive to Egmont the Skookumchuck Narrows is a popular attraction on the Sunshine Coast where the powerful rapids and whirlpools of the changing tidal waters can be seen that flow between Jervis Inlet and Sechelt Inlet. The trail is about 8km roundtrip and passes through a scenic west coast rainforest before reaching the viewpoints at either North Point or Roland Point. These rapids are a fairly unique occurrence as the water flow can reach speeds of 30km/h as about 200 billion gallons of water passes through the narrows during a tide change.
The best viewing times are when the tides change at their peak times
Wow, what a park! The views are staggering and all along this beautiful point. I would recommend moderate hiking skills if you'd like to do the whole thing, but even for a novice hiker you could shorten your hike and still have a lovely walk.
A must know for this park is there are no signs from the highway or on the streets. I know, strange for a Government park. So I recommend coming with instructions so you can find your way in.
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Francis Point Provincial Park
Wow, what a park! The views are staggering and all along this beautiful point. I would recommend moderate hiking skills if you'd like to do the whole thing, but even for a novice hiker you could shorten your hike and still have a lovely walk.
A must know for this park is there are no signs from the highway or on the streets. I know, strange for a Government park. So I recommend coming with instructions so you can find your way in.
The views are amazing and it is so quiet it feels spiritual. This hike is for those in good to great shape as it's pretty much straight up hill/mountain from the start of the climb, but oh boy the view makes the workout worth it. The trail head can be hard to find but this website has some good instructions. https://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/mount-daniel/
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Mount Daniel
The views are amazing and it is so quiet it feels spiritual. This hike is for those in good to great shape as it's pretty much straight up hill/mountain from the start of the climb, but oh boy the view makes the workout worth it. The trail head can be hard to find but this website has some good instructions. https://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/mount-daniel/
Just a 15 minute drive from the cottage, this is a lovely little walk along the ocean in Davis Bay. It's paved so perfect for strollers. When the tide is out you can enjoy the Mission point tide pools, or fly a kite on the beach. And of course it is right across the street from Weatberries or the Wobbly Canoe so you can make an afternoon of it. One thing to note is that the walk is right along the road.
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Davis Bay Wharf
Sunshine Coast HighwayJust a 15 minute drive from the cottage, this is a lovely little walk along the ocean in Davis Bay. It's paved so perfect for strollers. When the tide is out you can enjoy the Mission point tide pools, or fly a kite on the beach. And of course it is right across the street from Weatberries or the Wobbly Canoe so you can make an afternoon of it. One thing to note is that the walk is right along the road.
Through the winter months this is a great place to snow shoe, toboggan or cross country ski. The ski area has a warming shed, and outhouses with no place to buy food so bring your own snacks and water. But if you are wanting to connect with nature without all the glitz that comes from some resort ski areas this place is for you. From Wilson Creek at Alpha Adventures- Outdoor Adventure Store you can rent all the gear you'll need and can also book a shuttle up to the ski area. To travel up on your own you WILL need chains. They are super strict about this, and to find out more information about the skiing and road conditions check out the Facebook page.
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Dakota Ridge Ski Area
Through the winter months this is a great place to snow shoe, toboggan or cross country ski. The ski area has a warming shed, and outhouses with no place to buy food so bring your own snacks and water. But if you are wanting to connect with nature without all the glitz that comes from some resort ski areas this place is for you. From Wilson Creek at Alpha Adventures- Outdoor Adventure Store you can rent all the gear you'll need and can also book a shuttle up to the ski area. To travel up on your own you WILL need chains. They are super strict about this, and to find out more information about the skiing and road conditions check out the Facebook page.
From Egmont you can book a tour of the Inlet. This is a full day event and will be a trip you will never forget. You'll travel up the inlet to Chatterbox falls through some of the most breathtaking scenery. The tour boats are basic so maybe bring a few comforts, snacks, beach blanket, etc...
Google charters for Princess Louisa Inlet to find a guide.
Princess Louisa Inlet
From Egmont you can book a tour of the Inlet. This is a full day event and will be a trip you will never forget. You'll travel up the inlet to Chatterbox falls through some of the most breathtaking scenery. The tour boats are basic so maybe bring a few comforts, snacks, beach blanket, etc...
Google charters for Princess Louisa Inlet to find a guide.
Just a short 1 km easy walk to these pretty falls. A perfect outing for someone with mobility issues or children.
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Burnett Falls Park
5332 Burnett RdJust a short 1 km easy walk to these pretty falls. A perfect outing for someone with mobility issues or children.
Food scene
Good food and reasonable prices. Live entertainment on Thursday nights.
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The Old Boot Eatery
5531 Wharf AveGood food and reasonable prices. Live entertainment on Thursday nights.
A must when you come to Sechelt. Great coffee, fresh baking, and homemade soups and sandwiches.
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The Bakery
5500 Wharf AveA must when you come to Sechelt. Great coffee, fresh baking, and homemade soups and sandwiches.
So warm a cozy and they have great treats and warm drinks. A perfect place to stop after a walk along Davis Bay and the pier.
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Wheatberries Bakery
4778 Sunshine Coast HwySo warm a cozy and they have great treats and warm drinks. A perfect place to stop after a walk along Davis Bay and the pier.
REALLY great home cooked food with lots of gluten and dairy free options for breakfast and lunch. Very 'Sunshine Coast' atmosphere. A great place to stop after a walk at Cliff Gilker park.
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The Gumboot Cafė
1053 Roberts Creek RdREALLY great home cooked food with lots of gluten and dairy free options for breakfast and lunch. Very 'Sunshine Coast' atmosphere. A great place to stop after a walk at Cliff Gilker park.
On your way to the Skookumchuck Narrows the Grasshopper pub at the Pender Harbor Hotel is a good choice. The view from the deck looks over Pender Harbor and the decor is warm and welcoming.
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Pender Harbour Hotel
12671 Sunshine Coast HwyOn your way to the Skookumchuck Narrows the Grasshopper pub at the Pender Harbor Hotel is a good choice. The view from the deck looks over Pender Harbor and the decor is warm and welcoming.
You'll find the Wobbly Canoe in Davis Bay. A modern coastal decor looking out onto the Ocean, with good eats.
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The Wobbly Canoe
4774 Sunshine Coast HwyYou'll find the Wobbly Canoe in Davis Bay. A modern coastal decor looking out onto the Ocean, with good eats.
This is a great place for those of you who have special diets. Comfort food with a twist. Lots of yummy gluten free and vegan foods to choose from. Some menu items include, pulled pork, sandwiches, fish and chips.....and much more.
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Gourmet Girl Cafe And Catering
4720 Sunshine Coast HwyThis is a great place for those of you who have special diets. Comfort food with a twist. Lots of yummy gluten free and vegan foods to choose from. Some menu items include, pulled pork, sandwiches, fish and chips.....and much more.
Yummy tapas with a 4.3 star on Google!
Brunch offered 10 - 2 daily.
This place has lots of specials where the deals can get even better. Check out their website for information on days and times of deals.
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Shift Kitchen Tapas Bar
5760 Teredo StYummy tapas with a 4.3 star on Google!
Brunch offered 10 - 2 daily.
This place has lots of specials where the deals can get even better. Check out their website for information on days and times of deals.
This place is awesome! Just as you are driving up from the ferry and haven't yet hit Gibsons you'll find Persephone's on Stewart Rd. They have lots of great events going on throughout the summer and then weekly throughout the rest of the year. This is ona lovely piece of property with many little outdoor sitting areas where you can grab your beverage and sit down to enjoy. You may even find a small market set up to peruse through.
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Persephone Brewing Company
1053 Stewart Rd.This place is awesome! Just as you are driving up from the ferry and haven't yet hit Gibsons you'll find Persephone's on Stewart Rd. They have lots of great events going on throughout the summer and then weekly throughout the rest of the year. This is ona lovely piece of property with many little outdoor sitting areas where you can grab your beverage and sit down to enjoy. You may even find a small market set up to peruse through.
We haven't been here yet but this place gets lots of good reviews on Facebook and Google. Not far from Sechelt. All their Cider is made from fruit grown on site. The tap room has seasonal releases with all ciders 100% gluten free. Their is a lovely garden with rotating food trucks for yummies.
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The Bricker Cider Company
6642 Norwest Bay RoadWe haven't been here yet but this place gets lots of good reviews on Facebook and Google. Not far from Sechelt. All their Cider is made from fruit grown on site. The tap room has seasonal releases with all ciders 100% gluten free. Their is a lovely garden with rotating food trucks for yummies.
Looking for some fine dining? This is a great place to celebrate a special event or an intimate dinner for two. The restaurant is in historic Bonniebrook Lodge found in Gibson's on Ocean Beach Esplanade just across the street from the beach. It would be the perfect place for a romantic dinner followed by a walk on the beach.
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Chasters Restaurant
1532 Ocean Beach EsplanadeLooking for some fine dining? This is a great place to celebrate a special event or an intimate dinner for two. The restaurant is in historic Bonniebrook Lodge found in Gibson's on Ocean Beach Esplanade just across the street from the beach. It would be the perfect place for a romantic dinner followed by a walk on the beach.
If your thinking of travelling up the coast to Egmont you'll find the Backeddy pub right on the water. It's about 5 minutes on from the Skookumchuck Narrows. The food here is decent and the view is another one of the Sunshine Coasts breathtaking views. If you get a chance to sit out on the deck you'll have a 180 degree view of the mouth of the Sechelt inlet.
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Backeddy Pub
16660 Backeddy RdIf your thinking of travelling up the coast to Egmont you'll find the Backeddy pub right on the water. It's about 5 minutes on from the Skookumchuck Narrows. The food here is decent and the view is another one of the Sunshine Coasts breathtaking views. If you get a chance to sit out on the deck you'll have a 180 degree view of the mouth of the Sechelt inlet.
The food here is outstanding with lots of options for those on a special diet. It's just across the street from the Davis Bay beach and they have a lovely little outdoor area that's heated where you can enjoy a meal with a view. Or maybe you'd like to take one of their many prepared home cooked meals to enjoy later.
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Gourmet Girl Cafe And Catering
4720 Sunshine Coast HwyThe food here is outstanding with lots of options for those on a special diet. It's just across the street from the Davis Bay beach and they have a lovely little outdoor area that's heated where you can enjoy a meal with a view. Or maybe you'd like to take one of their many prepared home cooked meals to enjoy later.
Neighbourhoods
This is a lovely little community with one of our favorite places to eat, the Gum Boot Cafe.
Just past the Cafe hang a right and you'll enjoy looking at some lovely cottages and homes along the water. About 5 mins along on your left you'll find a park right on the water where you can park and enjoy the view or stroll along the pebble beach.
Back on the hwy in Roberts Creek you'll find Cliff Gliker park. It's an easy hike through the woods with lovely streams, small water falls, and bridges that add lots of interest to your hike.
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Roberts Creek
This is a lovely little community with one of our favorite places to eat, the Gum Boot Cafe.
Just past the Cafe hang a right and you'll enjoy looking at some lovely cottages and homes along the water. About 5 mins along on your left you'll find a park right on the water where you can park and enjoy the view or stroll along the pebble beach.
Back on the hwy in Roberts Creek you'll find Cliff Gliker park. It's an easy hike through the woods with lovely streams, small water falls, and bridges that add lots of interest to your hike.
Such a quaint little community right on the water. Lots of shops to brows though and restaurants to choose from. In the summer and throughout the year there are lots of markets and events going on. The Coast Reporter on line has a comprehensive list of everything going on: https://www.coastreporter.net/community/events-calendar
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Gibsons
Such a quaint little community right on the water. Lots of shops to brows though and restaurants to choose from. In the summer and throughout the year there are lots of markets and events going on. The Coast Reporter on line has a comprehensive list of everything going on: https://www.coastreporter.net/community/events-calendar