Road Trips
Vancouver Island: 7-Day Road Trip
Seaside Views & Laidback Island Culture
Follow this itinerary for a week-long trip exploring Vancouver Island. Start up island and travel south, checking out some of the top places to ride on the island. Pair biking with local breweries and jumps in the ocean for the perfect way to cool down after long summer days.
Trip statistics
- Days Riding
- 7
- Road Trip Kilometres
- 723
- Trails to Access
- 1200+
Begin The Journey
Follow this itinerary for a seven-day long road trip exploring Vancouver Island.
Start Campbell River
Start the journey in Campbell River and get geared up for Vancouver Island riding at Swicked Cycles. Head for laps on Radar Hill or at Snowden Demonstration Forest to warm up the legs and enjoy pints of beer at Beach Fire Brewing.
- Number of Trails:
- 277
- Highest Elevation:
- 1,016 m
- Trails:
- 65
- 110
- 41
- 3
Stop 1 Quadra Island
Jump on a ferry and ride the trail network of Quadra Island North. Tour the island and surrounding area by kayak on a wildlife watching tour and grab fish and chips at the Hariot Bay Pub.
Stop 2 Cumberland
Cumberland is a biking wonderland. Stay overnight at the biker-friendly Riding Fool Hostel and discover the network of 175 trails in the Cumberland Forest. Ride the downhill bike park at nearby Mount Washington and try the local brew at Cumberland Brewing Co.
- Highest Elevation:
- 1,949 m
- Trails:
- 17
- 102
- 93
- 14
Stop 3 Hornby Island
Tuck in for an overnight on Hornby Island (or neaby Denman Island) and explore 80 km (50 mi) of singletrack trails. Enjoy lunch at Forage Farm & Kitchen and hop in the ocean at Tribune Bay for a post-ride cool down.
Stop 4 Nanaimo & Gabriola
In Nanaimo, explore five different trail areas near downtown. Then head to Gabriola for a few singletrack rides and a laid-back atmosphere. Don't miss a chance to grab a drink and some grub at Surf Lodge and Pub.
- Number of Trails:
- 393
- Highest Elevation:
- 1,021 m
- Trails:
- 39
- 238
- 44
- 11
Finish Duncan & North Cowichan
Near Duncan, ride Double D for downhill fun on Mount Tzouhalem and grab a bite to eat at Duncan Garage Cafe. Head for Story Trail and loads of singletrack on Maple Mountain and finish the day at Riot Brewing Co. or Sawmill TapHouse.
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