North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre
1240 Leffler Rd
Errington, British Columbia V0R 1V0
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So, 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.
North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre
1240 Leffler Rd
Errington, British Columbia V0R 1V0
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The Old School House Arts Centre
122 Fern Road West
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia V9K 2K1
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Pacific Rainforest Adventure Tours
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 1V9
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Paradise Acres Ranch
1085 Paradise Place
Nanoose Bay, British Columbia V9P 9A4
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Paradise Fun Park
375 W. Island Hwy
Parksville, British Columbia V9P1A1
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Parksville Museum
1245 East Island Highway
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 2E5
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Pyromania Pottery
2344 Alberni Highway
Coombs, British Columbia V0R 1M0
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Qualicum Beach Museum
587 Beach Road
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia V9K 1K7
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Ravensong Aquatic Centre (RDN)
737 Jones Street
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia V9K 1S4
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Riptide Adventure Mini-Golf
British Columbia
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Robert Held Art Glass
708 East Island Highway
Parksville, British Columbia V9P 1T8
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Salish Sea Market
110-6996 West Island Highway
Bowser, British Columbia V0R 1G0
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