Swimming

• Saysutshun (Newcastle Island) Marine Provincial Park
  

  Newcastle Island, BC | Photo Kim Walker

  A short passenger-only ferry ride from Nanaimo brings you to Saysutshun (Newcastle Island) Marine Provincial Park, a place perfect for rest and relaxation. Continue Reading

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• Spring Activities Abound in the Okanagan
  

  Blossoms in the Okanagan | Thompson Okanagan Tourism

  There are a variety of activities available in early spring, especially because the temperate climate of the Okanagan is so warm early in the season. Continue Reading

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• Off the Beaten Track: Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Park
  

  For those who don’t mind a drive, Anhluut’ukwsim Laxmihl Angwinga’asanskwhl Nisga’a – a.k.a. Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Park – 100 kilometres north of Terrace, in Northern British Columbia, offers a truly wonderful adventure. Continue Reading

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• Soaking it up at Lussier Hot Springs, Kootenay Rockies, BC
  

  Lussier Hot Springs, Kootenay Rockies

  A hot spring that we had at the top of our list was Lussier Hot Springs. These natural springs are located in Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park. Continue Reading

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• 5 Fun Family Adventures Near Wasa Lake in the East Kootenays, BC
  

  Gold Panning at Fort Steele

  Wasa lake is the warmest lake in the Kootenays and is a popular summer camping destination. This Provincial campground has 103 sites (65 of them are reservable), an amphitheatre for parks talks, nature trail, kids (or adventurous adults) bike park, as well as washrooms with flush toilets and showers. Wasa Lake itself is a short walk or bike ride through the campground and has sandy beaches, a playground, boat launch and grassy picnic areas. Continue Reading

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• Paul Lake Provincial Park, a Picturesque Camping Spot Near Kamloops, BC
  

  Paul Lake Day Use Area

  We chose Paul Lake for its variety of recreational opportunities. I had heard the day use area was excellent, and a quick look on the BC Parks website confirmed that the park offered both canoeing and hiking. Continue Reading

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• “Camping with Teenagers: Is there WIFI?”
  

  Kayaking

  Camping with teenagers, can be much more challenging. It can be tough to pull teenagers away from WIFI, friends and video games. So how do we do it? Continue Reading

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• Coast Along British Columbia’s Famed Fishing Highway 24 in the Cariboo
  

  Sheridan Lake by Fishing Hwy 24 Tourist Association

  While travelling east-west between the Southern Cariboo’s 100 Mile House (above the Fraser Plateau) and the town of Little Fort in BC’s Thompson River Valley, you’ll find the historic Highway 24 – also known as BC’s Fishing Highway. Continue Reading

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• Plan a Memorable Vacation in BC’s Stunning Telegraph Cove and the Broughton Archipelago
  

  Swimming in the Burdwood Group Islands | Kim Campbell-Walker

  Broughton Archipelago Provincial Park, sandwiched between Northern Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia, is certainly in contention for one of the most beautiful parts of the province. With towering cliffs, midden beaches, rocky islets, and protected passageways through lushly forested islands, the Broughton Archipelago makes up the largest marine park in British Columbia. Continue Reading

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• Golden Ears Provincial Park has Lots of Camping Options
  

  Golden Ears Park | Steve Young

  There are three main campgrounds as well as a walk-in Campground at Alder Flats on the West Canyon Trail. There is a boat launch, a highly popular day use area that has canoe rentals. The lake has a roped off area for swimming and water fun and is large enough for water skiing. Continue Reading

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