Go Bike Go Play
1275 East Island Highway
Parksville, British Columbia
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More InfoSo, you are looking for family activities in Parksville Qualicum Beach, BC's beach playground which includes miles and miles of sand at your feet. There are so many things to do in Parksville Qualicum Beach in the summer, but the main thing people like to do is go to the beach.
Here is a list of family fun activities to do while visiting Parksville Qualicum Beach.
Sink some puts at Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park featuring two world-class mini-golf courses complete with a mini lighthouse, pirate ship and Victorian mansion. Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf will whisk you away to another land filled with mini mountains, rapids and a research station.
Rathtrevor Beach in Parksville is one of the province's most popular family destinations and is home to many resorts (along Resort Drive). Rathtrevor includes wonderful ocean views (about five kilometers of beachfront), forest (features an oceanfront trail), and parkland (includes shaded picnic grounds and space to play). At low tide, it feels like you could walk forever as the ocean recedes almost a kilometer back from the shoreline.
Shop at unique boutique stores and galleries that satisfy just about any wants and needs.
Find a restaurant with an incredible view, cozy atmosphere, or ingredients sourced from local farms.
“ Our favourite place to play & relax is Rathtrevor Beach! The most amazing beach on Earth. ” McKenzie Kroes, myPQB Story Contest
Visit Coombs for fun shops and attractions including the infamous Old Country "Goats on the Roof" Market. They have a wonderful Coombs Country Campground not far away from the market.
Head to Englishman River Falls Provincial Park for hiking, fishing and camping or viewing salmon in the fall.
Explore the sandstone beaches of Nanoose Bay, especially at Madrona Point (at the end of Madrona Drive) and be sure to check out the scuba diving if you are a diver.
Visit the Little Qualicum Cheeseworks located at Morningstar Farm in Parksville.
Be sure to enjoy a street market with lots of local culture and you never know what treasures you might find.
Horne Lake Caves guided tours (for ages 5+) and above ground activities makes for an excellent and memorable family experience.
Go Bike Go Play
1275 East Island Highway
Parksville, British Columbia
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Haida Gold Ocean Adventures
Fairwinds Marina
Nanoose Bay, British Columbia V9P 9K1
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Horne Lake Cave Tours & Outdoor Centre
3905 Horne Lake Caves Road
Qualicum Bay, British Columbia V9K 2L7
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Jamie's Whaling Station and Adventure Centres
606 Campbell St.
Tofino, British Columbia V0R 2Z0
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Lady Rose Marine
5425 Argyle Street
Port Alberni, British Columbia V9Y 1T6
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Little Qualicum Cheeseworks
403 Lowrys Road
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 2B5
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McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
133 McMillan Street
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 1K7
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Mildred's Memorabilia Antiques
3215 Brooklin Lane (Off hilliers Rd. S.)
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia V9K 1X5
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Milner Gardens & Woodland
2179 West Island Highway
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia V9K 1G1
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Misguided Spirits Craft Distillery
1343 Alberni Highway
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 2B9
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Monk Art Gallery & Studio - Downtown Parksville
151A Morison Avenue
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 2H7
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Mount Arrowsmith Brewing Company
109-425 Stanford Ave East
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 2N4
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