The Magic of Every Season Awaits on BC’s sunshine coast
Each time of year invites you to explore in a new way—spring’s misty trails and foraging, summer’s ocean adventures and festivals, fall’s golden forests and quiet escapes, and winter’s peaceful, snow-dusted retreats. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure or coastal calm, every season offers something unforgettable.
SPRING
Wildlife tours, kayak and Zodiac trips showcase the coast’s awakening beauty. Foraging begins with prawning, crabbing, and oyster harvesting, while trails burst with waterfalls, blooms, and birdlife. Spring festivals add culture and community to the season.
SUMMER
Summer invites paddling Desolation Sound and the Copeland Islands, sunset picnics, and swimming in warm waters. Fishing charters, scenic tours, and local markets fill long days, while festivals and art shows celebrate the coast’s creative spirit.
WINTER
Winter brings powerful storms, dramatic coastlines, and peaceful escapes. Warm up in the sauna, snowshoe local trails, and savor peak oyster and clam harvesting along the shoreline. Wildlife tours offer sightings of seals, sea lions, and winter birds in the quiet season.
FALL
Forests turn gold as mushroom foraging peaks and storm watching returns to the coast. Wildlife tours continue alongside cozy retreats, foraging adventures, quiet hikes, and seasonal harvests. Inviting a deeper connection with nature’s rhythms.