British Columbia Mountain and Lake Loop

A scenic 7-day journey through Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, featuring coastal ferry crossings, alpine vistas at Mount Washington, and the serene lakes of the Comox Valley and Powell River regions.

• Mount Washington Alpine Resort
• Willingdon Beach Park
• Lund Harbour
• Elk Falls Provincial Park
• Lady Falls Trailhead
• Comox Lake Park
• Comox Valley Visitor Centre

1. Courtenay Alpine and Valley Views

   • Courtenay City Center

     Courtenay City Center, Courtenay, British Columbia, CA

   • Mount Washington Alpine Resort

     Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Courtenay, British Columbia, CA

   • Comox Marina Park

     Comox Marina Park, Comox, British Columbia, CA

2. Crossing to the Sunshine Coast

   • Little River Ferry Terminal

     Little River Ferry Terminal, Comox, British Columbia, CA

   • Willingdon Beach Park

     Willingdon Beach Park, Powell River, British Columbia, CA

   • Powell River Townsite

     Powell River Townsite, Powell River, British Columbia, CA

3. Lakes and Coastal Inlets

   • Inland Lake Provincial Park

     Inland Lake Provincial Park, Powell River, British Columbia, CA

   • Lund Harbour

     Lund Harbour, Lund, British Columbia, CA

4. Return to Vancouver Island

   • Westview Ferry Terminal

     Westview Ferry Terminal, Powell River, British Columbia, CA

   • Elk Falls Provincial Park

     Elk Falls Provincial Park, Campbell River, British Columbia, CA

   • Campbell River Waterfront

     Campbell River Waterfront, Campbell River, British Columbia, CA

5. Strathcona Wilderness Exploration

   • Buttle Lake Campground

     Buttle Lake Campground, Strathcona Park, British Columbia, CA

   • Lady Falls Trailhead

     Lady Falls Trailhead, Strathcona Park, British Columbia, CA

6. Comox Valley Heritage

   • Cumberland Museum and Archives

     Cumberland Museum and Archives, Cumberland, British Columbia, CA

   • Comox Lake Park

     Comox Lake Park, Cumberland, British Columbia, CA

7. Cumberland Trails and Departure

   • Cumberland Forest Trails

     Cumberland Forest Trails, Cumberland, British Columbia, CA

   • Comox Valley Visitor Centre

     Comox Valley Visitor Centre, Cumberland, British Columbia, CA

• Pre-book BC Ferries for the Comox-Powell River and Sunshine Coast routes to avoid long sailing waits.
• Check local trail conditions at Strathcona Provincial Park as snow can persist in higher elevations until June.
• Ensure your rental agreement allows for ferry travel between the mainland and Vancouver Island.