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OVERVIEW
Low rainfall and a year-round moderate climate provides great conditions for year-round outdoor pursuits in Powell River, the perfect location for any getaway.
Top things to do
Credit: Sunshine Coast Tourism
Kayak or canoe
Kayak or canoe along the scenic 57 km Powell Forest Canoe Route, featuring eight different lakes and five portages.
Credit: Victor Wong
Hike or bike
Hike along the Sunshine Coast Trail, stretching 180 km from Desolation Sound to Saltery Bay, or go mountain biking at Duck Lake.
Credit: Sunshine Coast Tourism / Chris Thorn Photography
Discover local history
Visit art galleries and historic sites, including Townsite, designated a National Historic District in 1995.
Credit: Sunshine Coast Tourism / Andrew Strain
Stroll around the boardwalk
Stroll the 13km wheelchair accessible boardwalk around Inland Lake.
Credit: Destination BC / Local Wanderer
Taste local beers
Fill a growler or order a flight along the BC Ale Trail at Townsite Brewing.
Nearby cities
Lund
Visit the historic fishing village of Lund, just 30 minutes north of Powell River, founded in 1889 by the Thulin brothers from Sweden. You can fish for salmon right off the breakwater, and enjoy craft shops, cafés and restaurants overlooking the harbour.
Desolation Sound
Explore BC’s largest marine park, Desolation Sound, along the Sunshine Coast, and delve into the many inlets, islets, coves and bays. Enjoy exploring the 8,449 hectares of steep forested hills, saltwater lagoons, sheltered bays, secluded beaches and crystal-clear lakes.
Madeira Park
Travel to the small community of Madeira Park—named after the island of Madeira, off the coast of Portugal. Relax at many scenic viewpoints of the coast and harbour, plus visit provincial parks, wetlands, and take part in water sports.
Sechelt
Travel to beautiful Sechelt, nestled in a strip of land between Howe Sound and the Strait of Georgia and surrounded by lush rainforests. There’s something for everyone, from water sports, to winter sports, to farmers markets, museums and galleries.
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