value: 1945 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4A8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Riddim & Spice is a Caribbean restaurant on Vancouver's lively Commercial Drive, specializing in Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine including slow-cooked oxtail, jerk chicken, and golden flaky patties filled with spiced beef, chicken, or vegetables. Situated on one of the city's most cycling-friendly corridors, it offers both in-person pickup and online delivery ordering. Its hearty, flavour-forward dishes make it a distinctive cultural stop for cyclists rolling through East Vancouver.

value: Riddim & Spice

signal: Most mains $9–27; jerk chicken lunch $14, oxtail $27; casual Caribbean quick-service.

wow_evidence: situated on one of the city's most cycling-friendly corridors


source: osm

value: 30750 Fraser Highway, V2T 0E2

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces) at 24m; wave (3 spaces) at 26m; wave (3 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; wave (3 spaces) at 77m; wave (3 spaces) at 85m; wave (3 spaces) at 86m. Total: 20 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Abbotsford

value: Starbucks

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'starbucks'

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: welcoming


source: enrichment

value: 1500 Barclay Street, Vancouver, V6G 1J7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (3 spaces) at 61m. Total: 3 spaces.

category: Groceries

value: Danial Market is a supermarket located in Vancouver's West End. It serves the local community with groceries and supplies.

value: Danial Market

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

subcategory: Grocery Store

tier: info


community: New Westminster

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


community: Langley

value: Dead Frog Brewery is a Fraser Valley craft brewery that has been producing small-batch, unpasteurized beer for over 10 years, brewed just 50 feet from the tasting room taps. Their Langley tasting room pairs a rotating lineup of creative craft beers — from habanero hazy IPAs to peanut butter stouts — with a full food menu and a dog-friendly patio. Regular events including live music, themed brew competitions, and family-friendly afternoons make it a lively community stop in Langley's industrial corridor.

value: Dead Frog Brewery

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: Craft brewery tasting room

source: judgement

wow_evidence: Fraser Valley craft brewery… producing small-batch, unpasteurized beer for over 10 years, brewed just 50 feet from the tasting room taps


value: 13895 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows

blurb: Free public garden on Harris Road in Pitt Meadows.

category: Attractions

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Grabenhorst Garden is a free, publicly accessible community garden operated by the City of Pitt Meadows, situated on Harris Road in the agricultural lowlands of Pitt Meadows. As a municipal green space, it offers a peaceful stop amid the flat, dyke-road cycling terrain of the lower Fraser Valley. Dogs are not permitted on site.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

label: bloom season

months: May June July August

planning: walk-up

season: summer

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Grabenhorst Garden

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Free municipal community garden — pleasant ordinary.


value: 115 West Esplanade, North Vancouver, BC V7M 0G7

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (4 spaces) at 43m; rack (3 spaces) at 60m; rack (3 spaces) at 67m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 67m; rack (3 spaces) at 70m; stands (3 spaces) at 71m; rack (3 spaces) at 82m; rack (3 spaces) at 94m. Total: 35 spaces.

blurb: North Vancouver's history museum near the SeaBus terminal.

community: North Vancouver

value: MONOVA (Museum of North Vancouver) is a public history museum on the North Vancouver waterfront, a short walk from the Seabus terminal. Its permanent gallery explores the region's stories through artifacts and digital content across themes of place, industry, and Indigenous connections, including an upcoming Squamish Nation feature exhibit. The museum runs a robust slate of drop-in programs, guided gallery tours, and sensory-friendly events, making it a culturally rich stop on any North Shore cycling route.

dwell: half

energy: neutral

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: history

value: Museum Of North Vancouver

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: moderate

confidence: medium

label: Moderate

signal: MONOVA admission ~$15 (pay-what-you-can Thursdays)

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: MONOVA — public history museum near the SeaBus with strong Squamish Nation content.


value: 1449 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 17m; stands (3 spaces) at 29m; stands (3 spaces) at 39m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 76m; stands (3 spaces) at 84m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Freshslice Pizza

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 4906 Joyce Street

value: A Latin American bakery and pastry shop specializing in traditional baked goods and specialty products. Operating as takeaway-only, it serves as a convenient quick-stop for touring cyclists to grab fresh provisions. Located on Joyce Street in Vancouver's east side.

value: Panaderia Latina Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: Latin American bakery and pastry shop ... takeaway-only


value: 101-18006 Bentley Rd, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z3

community: Summerland

value: Alchemist Distiller is an award-winning micro-distillery run by French couple Sandrine and Simon, who hand-craft distinctive spirits from Okanagan apples including gin, absinthe, vodka, and fruit liqueurs. Their Nectar apple liqueur won Canada's best fruit liqueur in 2023, and their range reflects a blend of French distilling tradition and local terroir. Cyclists can visit the Summerland tasting room for sales, tastings, and tours.

value: Alchemist distiller

detail: Spirits and liqueurs only — no food products listed on the website

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 1138 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (6 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; rack (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 90m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: The Junction is an LGBTQ-primary pub situated on Davie Street in Vancouver's West End, the heart of the city's queer village. It operates as a full-service bar with a food menu, lounge drinks, and a regular events program including a guestlist system for special occasions. The venue is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

value: The Junction

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 955 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (4 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Chit Chat Burger Bar is a casual lounge-style gourmet burger bar on downtown Vancouver's Granville Street, founded by Aldo Velaj with a commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The menu features hand-crafted burgers on brioche buns alongside creative loaded fries, tacos, salads, and house-made milkshakes and ice cream. An extensive cocktail list and rotating BC craft draft beers make it a lively spot for cyclists passing through the heart of the city.

value: Chit Chat Burger Bar

detail: Menu lists 'Where Have You Bean! Vegetarian · 4oz Home-made Bean Patty' burger. Website also notes 'Allergen Friendly — You can specify if you have any allergies, and we can offer alternative options.'

signal: gourmet burger bar, brioche/loaded fries; ~$16-26pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 3691 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1Z2, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 31m; rack (3 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (1 space, covered) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Mayhew Sherwood Produce and Flowers is a greengrocer in Vancouver selling fresh produce and flowers. The shop accepts both credit and debit cards, making it convenient for cyclists passing through. Beyond its core produce offering, details about its layout or additional services are not publicly documented.

value: Mayhew Sherwood Produce and Flowers


value: 855 Anders Rd, V1Z 1K2

community: West Kelowna

value: Nesters Market is a Western Canadian full-service supermarket chain founded in Whistler in 1987 and now part of the Pattison Food Group, with locations across BC and Alberta including major tourist destinations like Banff and Jasper. The Lakeview location offers a broad selection including fresh produce, natural and organic products, an in-store bakery, a deli and bistro counter, and a pharmacy. It positions itself as a neighbourhood-focused store with an emphasis on local, specialty, and quality goods that go beyond a typical chain supermarket.

value: Nesters Market


value: 2525 Dobbin Road, West Kelowna, V4T 2G1

value: Pizza Pizza is a Canadian pizza chain founded in 1967 with over 750 locations coast to coast. The West Kelowna location on Dobbin Road serves pizza and related items with takeout available, making it a quick refuelling stop for cyclists passing through. As a national chain it offers consistent, predictable food including gluten-free crust options.

value: Pizza Pizza

detail: Corporate website menu FAQ confirms gluten-free crust available with dedicated utensils and many gluten-free toppings; allergen/ingredient lists available on site

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'


category: Transport

value: Island Link (Victoria Express Bus) intercity bus connecting Nanaimo and Victoria. Bicycles are not accepted on any Island Link vehicle — the operator's baggage policy explicitly restricts bicycles due to vehicle space limitations, with no boxed or bagged exception.

source: manual

value: Victoria Express Bus (Island Link)

origin: transport

subcategory: Bus / Public Transit

tier: unwelcome

wow_evidence: Island Link intercity bus connecting Nanaimo and Victoria


bike_access: hard

character: destination

energy: active

kid_friendly: no

label: wildflower bloom

months: July August

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

category: Camping

community: River Jordan

source: camping

value: Tent platforms along the semi-alpine Kludahk Trail on Vancouver Island's San Juan Ridge, reached only via logging roads subject to gate closures; snow typically buries the route from November through May.

value: Wye Lake Campsite

ownership: Provincial rec site

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 1874 Otter Road, Nimpo Lake, BC V0L 1R0

category: Accommodation

community: Nimpo Lake

value: Chilcotin's Waterfront Resort & Motel sits on the shore of Nimpo Lake in the remote West Chilcotin, offering log cabins built by TV-featured Timber Kings, lakeside motel units, and RV sites with mountain and lake views. It operates year-round, drawing visitors for summer fishing and floatplanes as well as winter snowmobiling in the Rainbow Mountains. For a touring cyclist passing through one of BC's most isolated regions, this is a rare full-service accommodation stop with diverse lodging options.

value: Chilcotin's Waterfront Resort & Motel

detail: Cabin one is described as having a washer and dryer on the cabins page

detail: RV sites page notes the nearby Nimpo Lake General Store carries food, fishing licenses, propane, and fuel

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: log cabins built by TV-featured Timber Kings...remote West Chilcotin...rare full-service accommodation stop


value: Westside Road, west of Kelowna, BC

bike_access: easy

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Traders Cove

value: A popular BC Parks campground on the west shore of Okanagan Lake with 400 metres of sandy beach and a scenic creek canyon; extremely busy in summer and reservations are required.

google_place_id: ChIJeVokPGnzfVMRccmYkzhBgHU

value: Bear Creek Campground

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: 400 metres of sandy beach on Okanagan Lake


community: Kelowna

source: llm-examine

value: Apple Cabs is an on-demand taxi service based in Kelowna serving city trips, Kelowna Airport, and ski resorts including Big White and Silver Star. No bike policy is stated on the site.

value: Apple Cabs

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail

wow_evidence: on-demand taxi service based in Kelowna


value: 5633 Smith Road, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8M1

community: Cherry Creek

value: Steam Pot Cafe is a food service reportedly located within the McLean Mill National Historic Site, a 12.8-hectare former sawmill and logging operation in the Alberni Valley that was designated a national historic site of Canada in 1989. The surrounding site features 35 heritage buildings, a restored steam-driven sawmill, and trail access including the Log Train Trail which welcomes hikers, cyclists, and equestrians. Whether the cafe still operates under this name or has been rebranded to 'Mill Canteena' is unconfirmed.

value: Mill Canteena

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: McLean Mill National Historic Site... Log Train Trail which welcomes hikers, cyclists, and equestrians


value: 1436 Portage Road, V0N 2L1

community: Pemberton

value: BackCountry Pizza is a fast-food pizza restaurant located in Whistler, BC. It serves quick meal options for travelers and locals passing through the area.

value: BackCountry Pizza


value: 4820 Kingsway, Burnaby, V5H 4P1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 40m; rack (6 spaces) at 70m; stands (8 spaces) at 90m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: OAKBERRY AÇAI is a Brazilian-origin global açaí chain serving organic açaí bowls, smoothies, and snacks with unlimited toppings, located in the food court of the Metropolis at Metrotown mall in Burnaby. The brand sources its açaí from the Amazon region of Brazil and markets its products as vegan, antioxidant-rich, and free from artificial additives. Cyclists stopping at Metrotown can fuel up with a nutrient-dense bowl, though they would need to navigate mall parking and access.

value: OAKBERRY AÇAI

detail: Website front page lists 'Vegan' as a product attribute alongside 'Rich in Antioxidants, Cholesterol Free, Free from Trans Fats'

wow_evidence: unit FC16, Level 1 … food court location inside Metropolis at Metrotown mall


value: 311 Neill Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: Ombré is a coastal dinner restaurant in Tofino inspired by the West Coast's multicoloured sunsets, serving Mediterranean-influenced seasonal small plates designed for sharing. It is operated by the same hospitality team behind the acclaimed Wolf in the Fog, with locally sourced Vancouver Island vegetables and ingredients at the heart of the menu. The veranda offers outdoor seating, and the intimate share-plate format makes it a memorable dining stop for cyclists exploring Tofino.

value: Ombré

detail: Website states 'We use lots of vegetables to keep things light, many sourced from local Vancouver Island farms.'. No gluten-free mention found

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Mediterranean small plates, wine to $39/cocktails $15-19; ~$35-55pp


value: 1301 Salish Road, Kamloops, V2H 1K3

community: Kamloops

value: Chevron

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 5849 York Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 3S3, Canada

community: North Cowichan

value: A motor inn located in Duncan, BC. Provides accommodation for travelers, though specific amenities and bike policies could not be verified.

value: Thunderbird Motor Inn

signal: motor inn, Duncan; $100-130

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: A motor inn located in Duncan, BC


value: 255 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 30m; stands (1 space) at 38m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Fatburger


value: 430 Trans-Canada Highway

community: Duncan

value: A butcher and deli shop on the Trans-Canada Highway in Duncan, offering provisions to cyclists and other travelers.

value: Duncan Butcher Shop

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 760 Vaughan Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7E4

value: The Tackle Box Coffee Bar is a specialty coffee bar nestled inside Rustic Reel Brewing Company in Kelowna, offering espresso drinks, teas, hot chocolate, and seasonal specialties alongside locally-sourced pastries and grab-and-go sandwiches. The space features a modern-rustic design with a cozy fireplace, nook seating, and a Community Room suited for meetings or work sessions. It draws both locals and visitors as a morning stop before an afternoon at the brewery taproom.

value: Tackle Box Coffee Bar

detail: Food menu includes vegetarian/vegan options (falafel Mediterranean wrap, black bean quesadilla, vegan nacho build options) and gluten-free bun substitutions noted throughout


community: Telegraph Cove

value: The Forest RV Campground is part of Telegraph Cove Resort, nestled among old-growth trees on the northeast corner of Vancouver Island, about 1 km uphill from the historic boardwalk village. With over 100 serviced sites accommodating both tenters and RVs, the campground sits trailside to the Bauza Cove coastal trail and the Dave Farrant Blinkhorn Trail. The resort is the gateway to whale watching, the Whale Interpretive Centre, and marine activities in Johnstone Strait.

value: Telegraph Resort Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 217 Sunshine Valley Road, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N2

community: Clearwater

value: A family-run bed and breakfast on a one-acre property just 2 km from Clearwater, gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park. Two accommodation options: a spacious suite sleeping four and a rustic forest cabin sleeping two, both with their own patio, gazebo, and BBQ. The owners partner with Wells Gray Outfitters to offer bike rental packages for exploring the area.

value: Woodcrest

detail: Both the Woodcrest Suite and Owl's Wing Guesthouse include a washer and dryer

detail: Gateway Grill Restaurant and 52 Ridge pub mentioned as nearby dining options

confidence: low

signal: Family-run B&B w/ breakfast, Clearwater ~$110-150

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: Jewel Lake Rd, Kootenay Boundary, BC V0H 1J0, Canada

character: pleasant

kid_friendly: neutral

label: spring trout fishing

months: May June

community: Eholt

value: A 26-site lakeside campground on a quiet 3 km lake east of Greenwood, best known for stocked rainbow trout fly fishing and flat-water paddling; the 12 km approach off Hwy 3 is mostly paved with the final 1.5 km on gravel.

value: Jewel Lake Provincial Campground


value: 4129 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, V5C 3Y6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 87m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; rack (3 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Angry Otter


value: 1315 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada V1Y 9R3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; stands (9 spaces) at 27m; lockers (secure) at 46m; lockers (secure) at 47m; rack at 85m. Total: 9 spaces.

blurb: Kelowna's public art gallery in the downtown Cultural District.

value: A public art gallery in the heart of downtown Kelowna's Cultural District, featuring four exhibition spaces showcasing contemporary and historical Canadian art along with a permanent collection of nearly 1,000 works. The gallery is a Rainbow Registered non-profit that also offers art classes, workshops, camps, and community events including artist talks and film screenings. Located on Water Street near the waterfront, it makes a worthwhile cultural stop for touring cyclists passing through the Okanagan.

theme: art-culture

value: Kelowna Art Gallery

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Individual admission: $10

wow_evidence: Public gallery with four exhibition spaces and a ~1,000-work collection in the Cultural District; regional anchor gallery.


value: 3398 Norwell Drive, Nanaimo BC V9T 3Y7

community: Nanaimo

value: Brewers Corner is a homebrew supply shop and U-Brew facility where customers bring in kits or fresh fruit and use the owner-operated, climate-controlled equipment to ferment and bottle their own wine, beer, or cider on premise. Founded in 2019 by Wendy and Guillermo, who together bring decades of brewing expertise, the shop also stocks specialty ingredients including nitrogen-flushed pellet hops, Gambrinus barley, and specialty coffee beans. A touring cyclist with a taste for DIY craft beverages or in search of quality coffee supplies will find knowledgeable, owner-run service at this community-focused Nanaimo shop.

value: Brewers Corner - The Nanaimo Wine Shoppe

signal: U-Brew / homebrew supply facility, not a dining venue

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 485 Mount Paul Centre Way, Kamloops, BC V2H 0A8

character: utilitarian

value: Urban campground on Tk'emlúps te Secwe̓pemc land in central Kamloops, within easy reach of all town services; the setting is an events-centre facility rather than a natural site, but showers are included with tent sites.

value: Copper Quarter Campground

wow_evidence: Urban campground on Tk'emlúps te Secwe̓pemc land... showers are included with tent sites


bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 30m; stands (20 spaces) at 42m; stands (12 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (16 spaces) at 69m; stands (28 spaces) at 74m. Total: 90 spaces.

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 3885 Ski Hill Road, Wells, British Columbia V0K 2R0, Canada

community: Wells

value: White Cap Motel is a retro-themed motel in the historic town of Wells, BC, offering rooms ranging from single-occupancy doubles to two-bedroom kitchenette suites, including a step-free accessible room. Owners live on-site enabling 24/7 check-in, a practical feature for touring cyclists with unpredictable arrival times. The property is associated with Diggy's Diner and is situated near Bowron Lake and Barkerville, making it a convenient base for multi-day Cariboo touring.

value: White Cap Motel

detail: Diggy's Diner is listed in the motel's navigation and its hours are shown on the motel's contact page, confirming on-site morning breakfast service is available most days of the week

wow_evidence: 24/7 check-in available because the owners live on-site


value: 108 - 474 Head Street, Victoria, BC V9A 5S2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 47m; rack at 64m.

community: Esquimalt

value: Marina Bay Cafe is a Deaf-owned and operated specialty cafe perched on the scenic Esquimalt waterfront in Victoria, offering a creative menu of espresso drinks, tea lattes, smoothies, and toasties sourced from local suppliers including Fernwood Coffee. The cafe was featured on CHEK News for its community story, and staff are encouraged to learn American Sign Language, making it a notably inclusive stop on Victoria's waterfront cycling routes.

value: Marina Bay Cafe

wow_evidence: Deaf-owned and operated specialty cafe perched on the scenic Esquimalt waterfront... featured on CHEK News


value: 2779 Dejordie Road, Donald, BC V0A 1H1

community: Donald

value: A well-equipped private campground off the Trans-Canada between Donald and Golden, offering flush washrooms, laundry, playground, and mountain views — a solid highway stop within day-trip range of six national parks.

value: Campers Haven RV & Tent Park

region: Kootenay Rockies

wow_evidence: shower and laundry facilities


value: 536 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (8 spaces) at 95m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Ferris' Burger & Oyster Bar has occupied the same corner on Yates Street in downtown Victoria since February 4, 1991, built on fresh-shucked Baynes Sound oysters sourced from the same waters for nearly four decades and hand-ground chuck burgers whose recipe has not changed since opening day. The brick-walled dining room crowned by a glass atrium seats up to 60 and carries an Ocean Wise seafood certification earned through decades of responsible sourcing, not marketing. It sits a ten-minute walk from the Inner Harbour and is served by multiple bus routes, making it a convenient mid-ride stop in the heart of the city.

value: Ferris'

detail: Menu lists a Sunflower Seed Burger (house-made sunflower seed patty, special sauce, cheddar) and a Falafel with lemon feta and grilled naan as vegetarian options; GF-tagged items include Seafood Laksa GF and Steamed Shellfish & Fries GF; a GF Bun substitute is available on burgers for an upcharge

signal: Entrees $21–30: Classic Burger $23, Fish & Chips $21, Tagliatelle $29.75

wow_evidence: occupied the same corner on Yates Street in downtown Victoria since February 4, 1991... Ocean Wise seafood certification earned through decades of responsible sourcing


value: #17-13775 72nd Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 1Z9

community: Surrey

value: Planet India Restaurant is a full-service Indian dining destination self-described as voted #1 for Indian cuisine in Surrey, offering an extensive menu spanning tandoori, curries, biryanis, and breads. The restaurant provides dine-in, takeout, online ordering with delivery, and a catering service, plus a party hall seating up to 60 guests. A dedicated Veggie Delights section and several vegetarian appetizers make it a solid option for plant-based touring cyclists.

value: Planet India Restaurant

detail: Dedicated 'Veggie Delights' menu section; vegetarian appetizers include Veggie Pakora, Paneer Pakora, Aloo Tikki, Veg Samosa, Veggie Manchurian, and more

signal: Tandoori mains $15–25 (Chicken Tikka $17, Fish Tikka $20, Tandoori Prawn $25)


value: 500 Oswego St, Victoria, BC V8V 5C1

value: The Oswego is a boutique all-suite hotel in downtown Victoria, steps from the Inner Harbour and BC Parliament Buildings, with every room featuring a full kitchen and most offering a private balcony. It explicitly markets itself to active travellers and offers secure bike storage alongside an on-site restaurant, fitness facilities, and a quiet outdoor zen garden. The hotel is both dog- and child-friendly, and its central location on a quiet residential street makes it a practical and comfortable overnight base for touring cyclists arriving in or departing from Victoria.

value: The Oswego Hotel

detail: Studio Suite room listing mentions a 'clock radio with wireless charging pad and bluetooth connectivity' in-suite

detail: On-site restaurant Aegir is open Monday to Sunday and serves into the evening

signal: all-suite boutique with full kitchens near Inner Harbour; $250-330

detail: Listed as a named key amenity ('Secure Bike Storage') on both the front page and /about/ page of the hotel website

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: 'Secure Bike Storage' as a named key amenity on both the front page and /about/ subpage


community: Langley

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


community: Tumbler Ridge

value: A backcountry campsite within Monkman Park's rugged Hart Ranges; access is hard (no road-accessible approach), the park carries a boil-water advisory, and facilities are unconfirmed — best suited to experienced wilderness travellers.

value: Devil's Creek Campsite

region: Northern British Columbia

wow_evidence: backcountry=yes...boil water advisory in effect at this park


value: 48 Begbie Street, New Westminster, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 58m; rack at 63m; rack (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; rack at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Arundel Mansion is a heritage building constructed in 1910 in downtown New Westminster, offering Edwardian-era furnished suites decorated in craftsman style with bay windows, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and vintage claw-foot tubs. The property also manages the adjacent Towle House Victorian rental homes and a rentable restaurant suite, giving it an unusually eclectic character. New Westminster's SkyTrain connections place central Vancouver about 20 minutes away, making this a historically rich base for cyclists exploring the Lower Mainland.

value: Arundel Mansion

detail: Website states 'Restaurants, shops, bars, night club, buses and skytrain are only a stone's throw away.'

signal: Explicit rate: $120 CAD per night; luxury positioning secondary


value: 772 Fort Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (6 spaces) at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (4 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Pho Vy is a restaurant on Fort Street in downtown Victoria. Based on its name it appears to specialise in Vietnamese cuisine, likely centred on pho noodle soup. Fort Street is a lively commercial corridor well within reach of Victoria's downtown cycling network.

value: Pho Vy


value: 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H7

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (6 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 28 spaces.

blurb: Canada's major western art museum; Emily Carr collection in a landmark former courthouse.

value: Major not-for-profit art gallery founded in 1931, housed in a landmark building in downtown Vancouver. Known for its extensive Emily Carr collection and rotating international exhibitions. A natural rest stop for cyclists on the downtown seawall loop, with on-site dining and a gallery shop.

planning: check-ahead

value: Vancouver Art Gallery

detail: 'Dine' listed as a visitor option under the Visit section of the main navigation

signal: Vancouver Art Gallery admission ~$29-32

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: One of Canada's major art museums — landmark Rattenbury courthouse building, definitive Emily Carr collection, international blockbuster exhibitions; national/international band. Visit is strong but less singular than MOA (delight 2 vs 3).


value: 2767 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2C4

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Sand Pebbles Inn is an oceanfront hotel in Qualicum Beach situated along a miles-long stretch of beach widely regarded as among the finest on Vancouver Island, with all rooms offering ocean views across the Strait of Georgia toward Denman, Hornby, Lasqueti, and Texada Islands. The inn sits along the West Island Highway, placing cyclists within minutes of Little Qualicum Falls, Cathedral Grove, Englishman River, and Milner Gardens, with Tofino and Long Beach an easy day-trip away. Room options range from standard kings and doubles to full kitchen apartment-style suites suitable for longer stays.

value: Sand Pebbles Inn

detail: All rooms equipped with a clock with USB charger as standard

detail: Each room has its own dedicated fiber optic Wi-Fi included at no charge

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Summer rates starting at $199 per night


value: 301 Village Centre Place, Vernon, BC V1H 1T2

community: Vernon

value: Outlook Cabin is a seasonal on-course food and drink outlet at Predator Ridge Resort, one of the Okanagan's most acclaimed golf and cycling destinations. It sits mid-round on one of the resort's championship courses, offering golfers quick bites and refreshments during play. Predator Ridge also markets a 'Ride & Stay' package and extensive trail cycling, making the broader resort a legitimate stop for cycling tourists.

value: Outlook Cabin

signal: golf on-course grab-and-go; ~$8-14

wow_evidence: seasonal on-course food and drink outlet at Predator Ridge Resort ... accessible only to golfers actively playing a round


value: Military Row / Little River Rd, Lazo, BC V0R 2K0

blurb: Outdoor display of RCAF aircraft from Dakota to Aurora, near 19 Wing Comox.

community: Comox

value: Heritage Air Park is an outdoor aircraft display area operated by the Comox Air Force Museum, featuring aircraft models that have flown at 19 Wing Comox — from the Dakota to the Aurora — along with Heritage Stones, a Search and Rescue memorial, and the Clarkston Memorial. Situated on Military Row/Little River Road roughly 600m from the main museum building, the park offers up-close access to historic RCAF aircraft in a relaxed, picnic-friendly setting. It is part of the broader RCAF Museum Enterprise and commemorates West Coast military aviation history dating back to WWII.

value: Heritage Air Park

signal: Admission is by donation

wow_evidence: Open-air aircraft display of the Comox Air Force Museum (71586a3a5a, 600m away); scored above the strict satellite cap since it's a freely walkable outdoor annex.


community: Penticton

value: Once operated as Riverside Liquor Store, this shop in Penticton's Riverside Village off Highway 97 was acquired in 2023 by Angry Otter Liquor, now one of BC's largest private liquor retailers operating under Otter Co-op. It is one of six Otter Co-op locations in Penticton and accepts co-op memberships offering cashback on purchases. Touring cyclists passing through on Highway 97 could stop for beverages, but the store offers no confirmed cycling-specific services.

value: Angry Otter Liquor @ Riverside


value: 812 Wharf Street, Victoria, B.C. V8W 1T3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (20 spaces) at 13m; rack at 34m; rack (12 spaces) at 44m; stands (8 spaces) at 76m. Total: 40 spaces.

blurb: Victoria's main visitor centre on the Inner Harbour at Wharf Street.

value: The official visitor centre for Destination Greater Victoria, situated in the heart of the Inner Harbour on Wharf Street. It serves as the city's primary trip-planning hub, offering local expertise, maps, and guidance across accommodations, tours, and outdoor activities in the Greater Victoria region. Touring cyclists stopping here can tap into the same resources used by visitors arriving by any mode, with the city's cycling-friendly downtown and accessible waterfront just outside the door.

theme: civic

value: Tourism Victoria Visitor Centre

signal: Destination Greater Victoria visitor centre, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Major-gateway VC ladder 2/2 — the capital's main visitor centre on the Inner Harbour.


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 10m.

community: Prince Rupert

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 5032 Joyce Street

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 37m; stands (16 spaces) at 79m; stands (12 spaces) at 82m; stands (20 spaces) at 91m. Total: 56 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Tatak Pinoy Filipino Store is a Filipino specialty grocer on Joyce Street serving Vancouver's local community. It stocks authentic Filipino groceries, foods, and ingredients not typically found in mainstream supermarkets. A touring cyclist can access a neighborhood grocery option for culturally-specific supplies and refreshments.

value: Tatak Pinoy Filipino Store

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 220 Opal Dr, Logan Lake, BC V0K 0B9, Canada

community: Logan Lake

value: Go To Shop is a small department/general store located in Logan Lake, a compact mining and ranching community in BC's Nicola Valley. OSM records it as a department store with limited hours, suggesting it serves as a general-purpose shop for local residents. For a touring cyclist, it appears to be the kind of catch-all community store that may stock a range of basic goods in an otherwise remote stretch of the Thompson Highlands.

value: Go To Shop

wow_evidence: toilets=no


blurb: Community garden since 2002 growing plants used as art-making materials.

value: Means of Production is a long-running community garden established in 2002 and operated by the EartHand Gleaners Society under the City of Vancouver's parks system. It offers touring cyclists a quiet green stop in the city, with the garden's community focus reflecting Vancouver's strong urban agriculture culture. As a publicly accessible City of Vancouver attraction, it is a genuine destination for cyclists interested in local food and community initiatives.

value: Means of Production Community Garden

signal: community garden, free

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Long-running (2002) artist-materials community garden under Parks; pleasant, modest visit. Community-garden ladder.


value: #1 Cluxewe Campground Road, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0

label: whale watching season

months: July August September

community: Suquash

value: Indigenous-owned oceanfront resort where the Cluxewe River meets the Broughton Strait on northern Vancouver Island, offering ocean and woodland tent sites with flush washrooms, whale and estuary bird watching right from camp; tap water is non-potable so cyclists must carry drinking water.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Cluxewe Resort

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned oceanfront resort... common showers and bathrooms, laundry facilities


value: 102-2540 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C3B2

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Megabite Pizza is a BC-based pizza chain with a Port Coquitlam location in the Mary Hill area, offering a broad menu of meat, chicken, and veggie pizzas alongside sides and beverages. The store supports both in-store pickup and delivery with full online ordering. Touring cyclists can order ahead for a quick, filling stop on routes through the Coquitlam corridor.

value: Megabite Pizza

detail: Website menu includes a dedicated 'Veggie Pizzas' section with multiple options including Artichoke, Italian Six Cheese, Mushroom Alfredo, Pesto Pizza, Potato Pizza, and others. No GF or vegan options confirmed

wow_evidence: BC-based pizza chain


value: 1126 Robson Street, Vancouver BC V6E 1B2

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; rack (5 spaces) at 52m; rack (5 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (1 space) at 100m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Le Belisse Cafe is a French patisserie on Vancouver's Robson Street offering handcrafted croissants, pain au chocolat, fruit tarts, macarons, and whole cakes made with high-quality ingredients. The shop has a cozy, elegant seating area designed for lingering over a coffee or tea, making it a natural rest stop on a busy urban cycling route. It also runs catering and wholesale programs serving the broader Lower Mainland.

value: Le Belisse Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 7518 Main St E, Radium Hot Springs, BC V0A 1M0

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Screamers Ice Cream Cafe is a retro-inspired ice cream and cafe destination on the main street of Radium Hot Springs, family-owned and operated for over 25 years and recently renovated with a modern vintage aesthetic. The menu spans classic scoops, banana splits, affogatos made with Oso Negro espresso from Nelson BC, crepes, acai bowls, breakfast sandwiches, gluten-free baked goods, and smoothies. Owned by the Palashniuk family — Radium locals who also operate The Gateway Motel — it serves as a community gathering spot and a natural road-trip stop for anyone passing through the Columbia Valley.

value: Screamers

detail: Website explicitly lists 'gluten-free baked goods' as a menu item

wow_evidence: family-owned and operated for over 25 years... community gathering spot


value: 288 East Esplanade, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 28m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Shaketown Brewing Co. is a craft brewery and taproom in North Vancouver that celebrates the community's history through character-driven, locally made beers. Their spacious tasting room features floor-to-ceiling windows, sweeping skyline views, and large communal tables, with a window bar that's become a local landmark for people-watching. The on-site 20HL brewhouse produces a rotating lineup of core and seasonal beers, from a 3% session lager to a 6.75% grapefruit IPA.

value: Shaketown Brewing

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: celebrates the community's history through character-driven, locally made beers... spacious tasting room features floor-to-ceiling windows


value: 2785 West 16th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 4W7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 63m.

value: La Glace is an award-winning luxury French ice cream shop in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, making small-batch ice cream from scratch using a rich crème anglaise base since opening its storefront in 2017. The shop has been voted Metro Vancouver's Best Ice Cream and offers a rotating monthly menu of inventive flavours including several vegan options. A distinctly local sweet stop for cyclists exploring the west side.

value: La Glace

detail: Menu explicitly labels vegan items with (V); confirmed vegan options include Coconut Pandan, Lychee Rose Sorbet, and Espresso Hazelnut Crunch

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: voted Metro Vancouver's Best Ice Cream


value: 7421 Edmonds Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 50m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Mostafa Supermarket is a halal greengrocer and supermarket serving the Edmonds area of Burnaby. It stocks produce and grocery items under halal certification, making it a practical resupply stop for cyclists on routes through the area. The shop operates seven days a week with extended morning-to-evening hours.

value: Mostafa Supermarket


price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Bloedel

value: A small lakeside clearing on Mohun Lake's northeast shore, sitting along the Sayward Forest Canoe Route — overflow tent space for paddlers only, as access is strictly by boat.

value: Seagull Bay Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: East Kootenay G, BC V0A 1P0, Canada

bike_access: rough

community: Spillimacheen

value: A small 2-site free rec site perched on Jubilee Mountain with wide Columbia Valley views; the site is described as day-use but recorded as a campsite, and roughly 6 km of forest service road from Spillimacheen is required to reach it.

value: Jubilee Mountain Campground

wow_evidence: wide Columbia Valley views; described as day-use but recorded as a campsite


value: 2550 Yale Ct, Abbotsford, BC V2S 8G9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 22m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Sneakers Sports Lounge is a bar in Chilliwack. The name suggests a social venue with sports entertainment focus, though detailed facility information is unavailable.

value: Sneakers Sports Lounge


value: 90 Front St #8, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 90m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Javawocky Coffee House is a café in Nanaimo offering a place to rest and refresh during cycling trips through the area. As a coffee-focused establishment, it serves as a convenient stop for touring cyclists seeking refreshment.

value: Javawocky Coffee House


value: 8386 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6P 4Z7

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 11m; rack (6 spaces) at 11m; rack at 37m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 39m; rack at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (8 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands at 71m; rack at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 38 spaces.

blurb: Marpole's neighbourhood library on Granville Street.

value: VPL Marpole Branch is a neighbourhood branch of the Vancouver Public Library system, situated on Granville Street in Vancouver's Marpole community. It is part of one of Canada's busiest and most celebrated public library networks, offering a publicly accessible indoor space to the community. For a touring cyclist, it represents a convenient stop in a residential neighbourhood close to the Fraser River cycling routes.

value: Marpole Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 2657 Ware Street, V2S 3E7

value: PBX1 Pizza and Grill is an Abbotsford pizzeria and grill that blends Italian-style pizza with South Asian-influenced dishes such as Punjabi Tadka and Paneer Pizza, made with farm-fresh ingredients. The restaurant offers both dine-in table reservations and takeout, positioning itself as a casual sit-down spot as well as a quick pickup option. With multiple Abbotsford locations and a menu spanning pizzas, wings, lasagna, and salads, it is a substantial refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley.

value: PB X1 PIZZA AND GRILL

detail: Menu lists Paneer Pizza (paneer is a vegetarian ingredient) and Salads as featured items

wow_evidence: multiple Abbotsford locations


value: East Kootenay B, BC V0B 1T6, Canada

community: Kragmont

value: Two-site rec site at the confluence of Caven and Gold Creeks, heavily shaded by mature spruce and fir with lush understory; reached via 14 km of Caven Creek FSR, free and secluded.

value: Caven/Gold Creek Recreation Site

wow_evidence: Two-site rec site... reached via 14 km of Caven Creek FSR, free and secluded


value: 360 Cambie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 19 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (6 spaces) at 19m; stands (4 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (4 spaces) at 34m; stands (11 spaces) at 37m; stands (3 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (8 spaces) at 65m; stands (4 spaces) at 65m; stands (5 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; rack (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (3 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 70 spaces.

value: La Playita Seafood is a Mexican seafood restaurant located on Cambie Street in downtown Vancouver. It offers takeout service and is situated in a dense urban corridor convenient to cyclists navigating the city centre. The Instagram-only web presence suggests a casual, community-oriented spot.

value: La Playita Seafood

signal: Mexican seafood, takeout; ~$14-22pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 130 W Second Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T3

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Head Over Wheels is a brick-and-mortar bicycle shop established in Qualicum Beach in 1999, carrying Trek, Specialized, and Electra bikes. The shop is run by two cycling enthusiasts, including a seasoned mechanic who also builds local bike trails, giving it deep roots in the Vancouver Island riding community. Services range from repairs and tune-ups to professional bike fittings, consignment, and special orders from supplier catalogues.

value: Head Over Wheels

detail: Shop sells e-bikes (Electra brand listed; BC E-Bike Rebate Program participation confirmed) and services 'all makes and models of bicycles.'

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: brick-and-mortar bicycle shop established in Qualicum Beach in 1999... seasoned mechanic who also builds local bike trails


community: Coquitlam

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 9040 Blundell Road, Unit 175, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; rack (covered) at 35m; rack at 53m; rack at 76m; rack at 77m; rack (covered) at 86m; rack (covered) at 100m.

community: Richmond

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe is a Hong Kong-style street food restaurant specialising in egg waffles (雞蛋仔), fish soup noodle combos, curry fish balls, rice noodle rolls, and a wide range of Asian bubble-tea and fruit drinks. It is part of a small Lower Mainland chain with locations in Richmond and West Vancouver, with this branch on Blundell Road serving the residential south Richmond area. Online and app-based ordering is available alongside counter service.

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe

signal: Street food items: bubble waffles, curry fish balls, noodle combos, milk tea


value: 22885 Trans-Canada Hwy, Hope, BC V0X 1L3, Canada

community: Hope

value: A mixed-use RV and tent park on the Trans-Canada in Hope, within a 10-minute walk of Lake of the Woods and easy reach of Fraser Canyon trails; expect a trailer-park atmosphere with showers, laundry, and wifi alongside long-term residents.

value: Cariboo Trailer Park

wow_evidence: hot showers, wifi, laundromat available


value: 796 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (20 spaces, covered) at 77m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Meat & Bread is a beloved Vancouver sandwich chain built around a small, focused menu of chef-crafted sandwiches anchored by their signature porchetta, carved fresh to order from whole-roasted pork. The West Broadway location also serves breakfast sandwiches and sides, making it a versatile stop for cyclists on the busy Broadway corridor. The interior is wheelchair accessible and offers indoor seating.

value: Meat & Bread

detail: Menu includes vegetarian options: Two Egg Veg breakfast sandwich, Grilled Cheese, and Eggplant Parmesan sandwich

signal: Sandwiches $11.50–$15, quick-service counter sandwich shop.

wow_evidence: beloved Vancouver sandwich chain... signature porchetta, carved fresh to order from whole-roasted pork


value: Whiteswan Lake Park, Canal Flats, BC

community: Copper Creek

value: A remote mountain lake campground deep in Whiteswan Lake Park, offering moose sightings on fog-shrouded Alces Lake, trophy rainbow trout fishing, and a short drive to Lussier Hot Springs; the 25 km gravel forest service road carries active ore and logging trucks and requires real caution.

value: Alces Lake Campground

wow_evidence: short drive to Lussier Hot Springs


value: 1089 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2Z4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; rack (4 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 52m; rack (5 spaces) at 56m; rack (6 spaces) at 61m; rack (6 spaces) at 78m; rack (4 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 40 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Small Victory is a family-owned artisan bakery and café whose founders grew up in their parents' Kenyan-immigrant bakery business on West Broadway before launching their own neighbourhood concept. The bakery hand-crafts a full range of laminated pastries, sourdough-style breads, and specialty espresso drinks using beans from rotating local roasters. A touring cyclist will find a warm, community-focused stop with substantial brunch and lunch options alongside fresh bread and pastries to go.

value: Small Victory

detail: Brunch menu includes Eggs & Romesco on Toast, Ham & Cheese Quiche, Roasted Vegetable and Pesto Quiche, egg sandwiches, and avocado toast; lunch menu includes hot soups (Tomato Bisque, Beef & Barley) and hot sandwiches

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: family-owned artisan bakery and café with four active Vancouver-area locations


value: 9905 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1Y4

community: Fort St. John

value: Soul Sweet Cafe & 250 Pizza is a combined café and pizza shop on 100 Avenue in Fort St. John, BC, serving both coffee drinks and pizza under one roof. It offers takeout service, making it a potential refueling stop for cyclists passing through the Peace River region of northeastern BC. The '250' in the name is a nod to the local BC telephone area code, signalling a local identity.

value: Soul Sweet Cafe & 250 Pizza

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: YH 16

blurb: Thousand-year-old cedars in the world's only inland temperate rainforest; boardwalk off Highway 16.

community: Bend

value: Ancient Forest / Chun T'oh Whudujut Provincial Park protects a portion of the only inland temperate rainforest in the world, located on Highway 16 midway between Prince George and McBride. Touring cyclists can explore thousand-year-old western redcedars via a 450-metre universal access boardwalk and an additional 2.3 km of boardwalk leading to old-growth giants and a cascading waterfall. The park sits in the traditional territory of the Lheidli T'enneh and is considered one of BC's must-see hiking destinations.

facet_confidence: low

detail: Website states: 'Bring your own drinking water, as potable water is not available in the park.'

signal: provincial park boardwalk, no day-use fee (donations welcome)

wow_evidence: Portion of the world's only inland temperate rainforest: thousand-year cedars via boardwalk right off Highway 16 — unique-in-world ecosystem, day-shaping walk.


community: Clearwater

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 9720 100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 4M3

value: Audielicious is an eclectic sit-down restaurant in Fort St. John offering an unusually broad menu that spans steakhouse cuts, fresh seafood platters, Filipino cuisine favourites, burgers, and sandwiches all under one roof. The Filipino influence sets it apart from typical northern BC eateries, with dishes like pork shumai, wonton soup, and spring rolls alongside Western classics. It operates as a full-service restaurant with delivery and takeout also available through SkipTheDishes.

value: Audielicious

detail: Menu includes Vegetable Burger (vegetable patty) and Fried Vegetable Spring Roll (6 pcs), confirming vegetarian options

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: steakhouse cuts, fresh seafood platters, Filipino cuisine favourites... full-service restaurant with delivery and takeout


value: 3009 43 Avenue, Vernon, V1T 3L4

community: Vernon

value: An Indian restaurant situated on 43 Avenue in Vernon, BC, with a dining capacity of 78. It offers both takeout and delivery in addition to dine-in service, making it a potential stop for cyclists looking for a hearty meal in the Okanagan. The outdoor area permits smoking.

value: cuisine Of India

signal: Indian dine-in/takeout; ~$15-25pp


value: 101-3790 Canada Way, Burnaby

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 301 5th Avenue, Stewart

community: Stewart

value: A supermarket serving Stewart and the surrounding community in northern British Columbia. As a general grocery store in a remote area, it provides essential supplies and resupply opportunities for touring cyclists passing through this region.

value: Cut Rate Foods

wow_evidence: primary grocery source in a remote cycling destination area … recently verified as open


community: Telegraph Cove

value: The Cove Coffee Company sits at the end of an historic 800-foot boardwalk at Telegraph Cove Resort on the northeast coast of Vancouver Island, offering gourmet coffees, house-baked goods, and ice cream with sweeping views of Johnstone Strait. A companion venue, Sally's Food Bar, greets visitors at the resort entrance with fresh-baked pizza, cinnamon buns, wraps, sandwiches, and breakfast options. Both cafés serve a hub of whale-watching and wildlife tourism in one of the most remote stretches of the BC coast.

value: Telegraph Cove Coffee Co.


value: 3490 Kingsway, Unit 3, Vancouver, BC V5R 5L7

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Kas Tasty Kitchen is Vancouver's destination for authentic Nigerian and West African cuisine, founded by chef Gladys Akinbobola who has spent over a decade bringing dishes like smoky jollof rice, egusi soup, and Nigerian meat pies to the Lower Mainland. The name KAS comes from the first letters of the founder's children's names, grounding the restaurant in family and community. In addition to its regular menu available for pickup and delivery, the restaurant offers professional catering for events of all sizes across Metro Vancouver.

value: Kas Tasty Kitchen

signal: Nigerian/West African, jollof/egusi; ~$14-22pp


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (16 spaces, covered) at 59m; rack at 78m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Starbucks


value: 3025 Lougheed Highway, V3B 6S2

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 2017 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1N3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; rack (5 spaces) at 24m; rack (5 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; rack (5 spaces) at 86m; rack (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: Goldie's is a gourmet donut and bakery chain with a Kitsilano outpost on West 4th Avenue, celebrated for its 24-hour slow-fermented brioche donuts using a Korean-inspired technique that produces unusually light and fluffy results. The menu spans creative flavours like Mango Passion Fruit Glaze and Matcha Cream alongside signature specialty drinks such as a Peanut Butter Cream Latte. It is a multi-location BC chain that has been featured in DailyHive, Vancouver Is Awesome, and the North Shore News.

value: Goldie's Donuts & Bakery


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (covered) at 72m.

value: Bulk Barn


value: 2929 Barnet Hwy, Coquitlam, V3B 5R5

value: Saint Germain Bakery


value: 4550 Cordova Bay Road, Victoria, BC V8X 3V5

community: Saanich

value: Seaview Suites is a family-owned premium suite property on Cordova Bay Road offering fully furnished one-bedroom suites with ocean views overlooking Haro Strait and towards Mount Douglas Park. Each suite comes with a full kitchen, ensuite washer/dryer, and complimentary Wi-Fi, making the property well-suited for self-catering stays of a week or longer. Located near the Cordova Bay area and a straightforward 20-30 minute ride from BC Ferries' Swartz Bay terminal, it sits at a natural entry point for cyclists arriving on Vancouver Island.

value: Seaview Suites

detail: Ensuite washer and dryer included as standard in both Premium and Penthouse suite types

signal: $650/week suite = ~$93/night; weekly-stay furnished suites

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: family-owned premium suite property... ensuite washer/dryer... near BC Ferries' Swartz Bay terminal


value: 6691 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5B 1S1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 11m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: The Peri Peri Shack is a North Vancouver restaurant specializing in flame-grilled chicken marinated for 24 hours in a peri peri spice blend, available in seven heat levels from Mild to Peri Nero. The concept draws on the culinary tradition of the African bird's eye chili, carried to the Iberian Peninsula by Portuguese explorers and now reimagined as a cornerstone of the local community. Cyclists can fuel up on generous sharing packs, a range of sides, and a vegetarian paneer option, with online ordering also available.

value: The Peri Peri Shack

detail: Menu lists 'Paneer and Rice (V)' explicitly marked as vegetarian

signal: cuisine=chicken


value: 4895 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 5E5

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Melt Confectionary is a queer-owned artisan chocolate and ice cream shop on Vancouver's Main Street, producing small-batch handmade confections that blend nostalgic classics with inventive modern twists. The shop partners with local Vancouver makers and growers to source sustainable ingredients, and all packaging is recyclable or compostable. Cyclists can choose from an extensive menu of dairy and vegan ice cream scoops, dipped bars, and artisan chocolate bars, with online ordering available for chocolates.

value: Melt Confectionary

detail: Menu is exclusively ice cream and confectionery; no food or lunch items offered

detail: Dedicated vegan ice cream scoops (Pistachio, Matcha Ginger, Vanilla, Turtles) and vegan chocolate bars explicitly listed; FAQs confirm dairy-free chocolate options including Cookies and Cream, Salted Pretzel, London Fog, Raspberry Dark, Honeycomb. Nut/fruit milk used as dairy substitute


community: Langley

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 61m.

community: Langford

value: Tim Hortons


value: 115A Southgate Shopping Centre, Nanaimo, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 20m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Hearthstone Artisan Bakery is an artisanal bakery in Nanaimo's Southgate Shopping Centre specializing in hand-crafted sourdoughs, specialty breads, and pastries made entirely from scratch using locally sourced and milled organic flours. Founded in 2015, the bakery prides itself on regional ingredient sourcing — flours from True Grain in Cowichan, honey from Cedar, and cheddar from Paradise Island. For a touring cyclist, it offers a genuine taste of the region with freshly baked goods ideal for refueling on the road.

value: Hearthstone Artisan Bakery


community: Courtenay

value: Triple O's

signal: Triple O's chain (confirmed); ~$12-16


value: 4208 Dawson Street, V5C 0A4

value: Xing Fu Tang (幸福堂) is a Taiwanese bubble tea chain recognised internationally for its brown sugar boba and fresh milk teas. This Burnaby location on Dawson Street is operated by Luscioussip Teahouse Ltd and offers both indoor and outdoor seating alongside takeaway and delivery service. A touring cyclist can stop for a cold drink, use the on-site washrooms, and pay by cash or card.

value: Xing Fu Tang

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: use the on-site washrooms


value: 275 Southgate St, Tumbler Ridge, BC V0C 2W0

community: Tumbler Ridge

value: Kinuseo Cafe is the in-house restaurant of the Tumbler Ridge Inn, a family-run property situated in the heart of the UNESCO Tumbler Ridge Global Geopark in Northern BC. The cafe serves western-inspired comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, and offers packed lunches and delivery service — handy for cyclists heading out on a long day. The inn itself is a hub for outdoor recreation in this remote region, making the cafe a natural resupply and rest stop for touring cyclists passing through.

value: Kinuseo Cafe & Dining Room

detail: Website cafe page explicitly states 'DELIVERY SERVICE & PACKED LUNCHES AVAILABLE'

signal: hotel cafe, western comfort food; ~$14-22pp


value: Unit 108, 50 Tenth Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6L1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 61m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Sushi Waa is a sushi restaurant located in a commercial unit on Tenth Street in Nanaimo. It offers takeout alongside dine-in service and provides online ordering through a dedicated menu platform. Cycling visitors passing through Nanaimo's south end will find it a straightforward stop for Japanese cuisine.

value: Sushi Waa

signal: sushi dine-in/takeout; ~$15-25pp


value: 14500 Silver Valley Road, Maple Ridge, V4R 2R3

community: Maple Ridge

value: Operated by the University of British Columbia, Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre is a year-round retreat and conference destination tucked inside the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, less than an hour east of Vancouver. The property can accommodate up to 195 guests across several distinct buildings ranging from Whistler-style lodge facilities to dormitory-style student housing. A touring cyclist looking for a remote forest setting with on-site dining and multiple accommodation tiers would find this a distinctive overnight option near Golden Ears Provincial Park.

value: Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre

signal: UBC retreat centre, dormitory/group formats; per-person rates budget-level

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: Operated by the University of British Columbia ... Malcolm Knapp Research Forest


value: 32470 Simon Ave, Abbotsford, BC V2T 4J2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (2 spaces) at 51m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: The Highwayman Pub is a community-oriented neighbourhood pub in Abbotsford operated by the Otter Co-op, whose motto is 'Where Friends Meet.' It boasts 19 TVs including an HD projector streaming UFC, NHL, NFL, and CFL, two pool tables, a jukebox, and a dog-friendly patio that is the only location in BC with an outdoor Keno TV. The pub regularly hosts trivia nights, game nights, fundraisers, and other community events, making it a lively stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley.

value: Highwayman Pub

detail: Menu subpage uses explicit 'Vegetarian', 'Vegan', and 'Gluten Friendly' labels on menu items

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: operated by the Otter Co-op … only location in BC with an outdoor Keno TV


community: Flathead

value: A small, free, 4-site rec site in partial trees on the Flathead River, reached via an extensive chain of Forest Service Roads totalling well over 60 km from the highway — remote and bare-bones with no confirmed amenities.

value: Pollock Creek Recreation Site

wow_evidence: well over 60 km from the highway... bare-bones with no confirmed amenities


value: Kootenay Boundary, BC V1P 1K3, Canada

community: Carmi

value: Picturesque recreation site on the southernmost of the Arlington Lakes chain with 29 sites across three areas, sitting right beside the Kettle Valley Railway grade; reached via 3.5 km of forest service road, and the adjacent KVR trail carries loose ballast unsuitable for street bikes.

value: Arlington Lake Campground


value: 9824 100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 3Y1

community: Fort St. John

value: My Sushi is a Japanese-inspired restaurant in Fort St. John serving sushi rolls, miso soup, and pho. Located on 100 Street in the city centre, it offers both dine-in and online ordering with pickup and delivery. The menu blends Japanese staples with Vietnamese dishes, giving touring cyclists a solid hot-meal option in the Peace River region.

value: My Sushi

signal: Japanese/Vietnamese, pho $26.10/rolls $11.40; ~$18-28pp


value: 161 East 15th Street, North Vancouver

community: North Vancouver

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: 863 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, V6C 3N9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (10 spaces) at 57m; stands (10 spaces) at 59m; rack (9 spaces) at 59m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (8 spaces) at 90m. Total: 63 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Mink is an artisan chocolate café in downtown Vancouver specializing in handcrafted ganache chocolate bars and bonbons made with Cacao Barry chocolate. The signature experience is a personal fondue where guests roast marshmallows at their table and dip them in their choice of milk, dark, or dairy-free dark chocolate ganache. A touring cyclist would find it a memorable indulgence stop right in the city centre, across from a park at the Hornby cross street.

value: Mink

detail: Website lists a VEGAN CHOCOLATE product category and offers a dairy-free dark chocolate ganache option for the fondue experience

wow_evidence: active chocolate café with multiple locations


value: 890 Rita Road, Quesnel, V2J 7J3

community: Quesnel

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: NK'MIP Resort, 8000 45 St, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V6, Canada

community: Osoyoos

value: Wakepilot is a watersports rental and charter company operating from three locations on Osoyoos Lake — Canada's warmest lake — with over 20 years serving the South Okanagan. They offer Sea-Doo, pontoon, deck boat, SUP, kayak, and e-foil rentals as well as fully guided wakeboard and surf charters aboard Supra SA wake boats. A cycling tourist passing through Osoyoos could use Wakepilot for a half-day water activity before continuing on the route.

google_place_id: ChIJFXtKDOrFglQRokPOaYmy-eQ

value: Wakepilot

signal: watersports rental/charter operator, not lodging — miscategorized as Accommodation; no lodging rate exists, keep default

wow_evidence: over 20 years serving the South Okanagan... Sea-Doo, pontoon, deck boat, SUP, kayak, and e-foil rentals


blurb: Canada's first marine protected area; cove, islet walk, and Howe Sound cliff views.

community: West Vancouver

value: Whytecliff Marine Protected Area is a coastal park and dive destination in West Vancouver, widely recognized as one of Canada's first marine protected areas. Managed by the District of West Vancouver, it protects a rich underwater ecosystem popular with scuba divers and snorkellers. The park sits at the end of the Horseshoe Bay peninsula and offers dramatic cliff-top views of Howe Sound, making it a scenic detour for touring cyclists on the Sea to Sky corridor.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: med

label: Diving & snorkelling season

months: June July August September

value: Whytecliff Marine Protected Area

wow_evidence: Canada's first marine protected area (1993) — verifiable national first; dramatic Howe Sound headland with swimmable cove and Whyte Islet walk; a destination-ride terminus like Lighthouse Park.


value: 640 Newman Road, Quesnel, V2J 6Z8

value: A&W


value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 8635 Granville Street, Port Hardy, V0N 2P0

community: Port Hardy

value: North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel is a budget hostel in Port Hardy, BC, serving as a natural base for hikers and cyclists tackling the remote North Coast Trail on the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Port Hardy is a common start or end point for the Inside Passage ferry route, making this hostel a strategic stop for cycle tourists traveling between the BC mainland and Vancouver Island. The hostel is within the small Port Hardy town core.

value: North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel

label: Rock-bottom

signal: tourism=hostel

subcategory: Hostel

wow_evidence: budget hostel in Port Hardy ... natural base for hikers and cyclists tackling the remote North Coast Trail


value: 295 Tomahawk Avenue, West Vancouver, BC V7P 1C5

price_band: premium

value: Urban RV park in West Vancouver beside Lions Gate Bridge, with flush showers, outdoor pool, and hot tub; tent sites are first-come-first-served and closed October through April, and premium pricing reflects the city-gateway location.

value: Capilano RV Park

subcategory: Private Campground


value: Kitimat, BC V8C 1J8, Canada

community: DuBose

value: A rustic, user-maintained wilderness site with 6 spots near the confluence of the Wedeene River and Raley Creek, reached via roughly 14.5 km of forestry mainline road north of Kitimat; no confirmed services or facilities.

value: Upper Kitimat River Recreation Site

wow_evidence: rustic, user-maintained wilderness site... no confirmed services or facilities


value: 3129 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5J9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 17m; stands (5 spaces) at 31m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Paramount BBQ is a Chinese barbecue skewer restaurant on Kingsway in Vancouver, celebrated by reviewers for dishes like lamb fried rice, BBQ intestine, and homemade plum juice. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, carefully selected ingredients and a friendly atmosphere. Takeout is available via online ordering, making it a convenient stop for cyclists in the area.

value: Paramount BBQ Restaurant

signal: Asian BBQ skewer house; organ meats, intestine, heart; casual format, late-night spot


value: 1048 Hays Cove Avenue, V8J 2G9

community: Prince Rupert

value: Henry's B-Y Market is a convenience store located on Hays Cove Avenue in the Prince Rupert area of BC's North Coast. The area is a key stop on the BC Ferries route connecting the mainland to Haida Gwaii and Alaska, making resupply options here relevant to long-distance touring cyclists. Operating status is currently unconfirmed.

value: Henry's B-Y Market

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: Reports of closure; operating status unconfirmed


value: 1428 Vernon Dr, Vancouver, BC

value: Bonus Bakery is a 100% plant-based bakery that opened in Vancouver in December 2018, specializing in vegan cookies, cakes, donuts, and croissants designed to be approachable to all palates. They operate a main 'Home' location on Vernon Dr and a smaller 'Outpost' inside a Freshii at 401 Burrard St. Online pre-ordering with in-store pickup is available, making it easy for cyclists to plan a stop for a plant-based treat.

value: Bonus Bakery

detail: Website states '100% Plant-Based Bakery' with 0 animal products; all items are dairy-free and egg-free. Website explicitly states no GF options are available

signal: vegan bakery (cookies/cakes/donuts); ~$6-14

wow_evidence: 100% plant-based bakery


value: 1345 Kingsway, Vancouver BC, V5V 3E3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (4 spaces) at 89m; rack (3 spaces) at 98m; rack (3 spaces) at 98m; rack at 99m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Dosa Factory is a South Indian restaurant on Kingsway specializing in over 100 varieties of dosa — fermented rice-and-lentil crepes served with house-made chutneys and sambar — alongside Indo-Chinese, North Indian, and Tandoori dishes. The 100+ seat dining room doubles as a party hall for large gatherings. The menu stands out for its breadth of vegetarian options and an explicitly gluten-free dosa lineup.

value: Dosa Factory

detail: Dedicated 'Veg Appetizers' and 'Veg Dosa' menu sections; website states dosas are 'South Indian style fermented crepe — 100% Gluten Free'

signal: Dosas $10–17, some appetizers $15–17; sit-down casual

wow_evidence: over 100 varieties of dosa


value: 99 Fir Street, Alert Bay, BC V0N 2R0

community: Alert Bay

value: ShopRite is an independent, family-run retail chain that has been serving Northern Vancouver Island since 1956. The Alert Bay location is a two-storey general store with a full grocery department — including a bakery, delicatessen, fresh produce, and a cut-meat counter — on the main floor, and a hardware store carrying building supplies, power tools, and plumbing on the second floor. For a touring cyclist reaching Alert Bay by ferry, it is one of the most complete provisioning options in this remote island community.

value: ShopRite

wow_evidence: independent BC company operating since 1956 … most complete provisioning options in this remote island community


value: 4338 Main Street, Whistler, V8E 1B4

community: Whistler

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: Alberni-Clayoquot, BC V9Y 9A5, Canada

community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of Alberni-Clayoquot

value: Hišimy̓awiƛ (5040 Alpine Hut) is a backcountry alpine hut on Vancouver Island operated by the Alpine Club of Canada's Vancouver Island Chapter, bearing both its Indigenous name and a reference to the 5040 peak. It sits in remote mountain terrain, making it an unusual and adventurous overnight option for cyclists exploring the island's backcountry. A fee applies for stays, consistent with ACC hut booking practices.

value: Hišimy̓awiƛ (5040 Alpine Hut)


value: 159 West 4th Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 38m; rack (4 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 70m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 87m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: Nana's Green Tea


value: 720 Copping Street – Unit 106, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3N2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 68m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Black Kettle Brewing is a craft brewery and taproom that opened in January 2014 just past the rail tracks in North Vancouver, a short ride from the Spirit Trail. The brewpub pours its own lagers, IPAs, and seasonal ales alongside a full kitchen menu of smash burgers, tacos, pizza, and wings. It is pet-friendly on the patio and regularly hosts live music, making it a welcoming destination for cyclists coming off the North Shore mountains or arriving via the Seabus.

value: Black Kettle Brewing

detail: Menu lists Veggie Smash Burger (Impossible patty), Chicken Fingers explicitly labeled gluten free, and G.O.A.T Salad with a veggie patty add-on option

signal: Brewpub, full kitchen (burgers/tacos/pizza)

wow_evidence: a short ride from the Spirit Trail... pet-friendly on the patio and regularly hosts live music


value: 110 Purvis Ln #201, Ganges Salt Spring Island, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 58m; rack at 71m; rack at 87m; stands (6 spaces) at 92m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Ganges

value: Oystercatcher is a waterfront seafood and cocktail bar on Salt Spring Island, opened in 2002 and part of the locally-owned Salt Spring Group. Cyclists can dine casually by the river-rock fireplace or on the waterfront deck, with a menu highlighting local seafood, Salt Spring lamb, and regional craft beverages. Its Ganges harbour location makes it a natural stop on a Salt Spring Island cycling loop.

value: Oystercatcher Seafood Bar & Grill

signal: amenity=bar


value: Rawlings Trail, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2, Canada

blurb: Ancient hollow red cedar stump, a Stanley Park photo landmark for over a century.

value: The Hollow Tree is a massive ancient western red cedar stump in Stanley Park, one of Vancouver's most iconic natural landmarks, estimated to be over 1,000 years old. Cyclists riding the Stanley Park perimeter road or seawall pass close to this storied giant, which has been a popular photo stop for generations of visitors. It was nearly removed in 2006 but a public campaign led to its preservation and structural reinforcement.

theme: landmark

value: Hollow Tree

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Natural landmark/viewpoint in free public park (Stanley Park)

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Iconic ~1,000-year-old red cedar stump, photo stop for generations, saved by public campaign in 2006; quick landmark stop.


community: Delta

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 4852 Ryegrass Rd, Oliver, BC V0H 1T1

community: Fairview

value: Silver Sage Winery is a family-owned, award-winning estate winery established in 1996 by Romanian immigrants Anna and Victor Manola, drawing on four generations of winemaking tradition in Oliver, BC's Golden Mile region. Set on the banks of Oxbow Creek with mountain views, the winery produces premium Okanagan grape wines alongside distinctive fresh-fruit dessert wines — claimed to be a Canadian first. Beyond tastings, the property offers three on-site guest suites and event hosting, making it a potential overnight stop for cycling tours through the Okanagan wine country.

value: Silver Sage Winery

signal: estate winery, tastings; ~$15-25 visit

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: family-owned, award-winning estate winery established in 1996… four generations of winemaking tradition… distinctive fresh-fruit dessert wines — claimed to be a Canadian first


community: Trail

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 10312 152A Street, Surrey, BC V3R 7P8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 81m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Jin Soo Sung Chan is an authentic Korean restaurant in Surrey's Guildford neighbourhood, serving a broad menu of traditional dishes including Korean BBQ, fried chicken in multiple preparations, hearty hot pots, and cold noodle soups. The kitchen emphasises made-to-order cooking from fresh ingredients, and the menu spans quick single-bowl meals through large-format shared hot pots. Online ordering is available for cyclists wanting a quick takeout stop.

value: Jin Soo Sung Chan Korean Restaurant

signal: Most entrees $17–25 (soups, noodles, rice bowls); casual Korean restaurant


value: 3095 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; rack (5 spaces) at 24m; rack (3 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; rack (5 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Starbucks


community: Coldstream

value: A quiet 3-site rec site on the Aberdeen Plateau offering rainbow trout fishing; no confirmed amenities so pack in water and supplies, and expect a forest service road approach.

value: Flyfish Lake # 1 Recreation Site


value: 1303 BC-6, Crescent Valley, V0G 1H0

community: Crescent Valley

value: The Maple Leaf Store is an Esso-branded fuel and convenience stop on Highway 6 in Crescent Valley, a small community in the Slocan Valley between Nelson and Slocan. It offers convenience store goods, an ATM, and a car wash, making it a practical resupply point in a rural stretch with limited services. For cyclists travelling BC-6, this is one of the few accessible stops in the valley.

value: Esso


value: 8181 Barnet Road

community: Burnaby

value: Barnet Beach Cafe (officially listed as Barnet Marine Park Café by its operator, Burnaby Hospitality) is a seasonal café situated within Barnet Marine Park on the shores of Burrard Inlet. The park setting makes it a natural rest stop for cyclists exploring the Barnet Highway corridor or the nearby Burnaby Mountain trails. It is one of several city-operated café locations managed under the Burnaby Hospitality umbrella.

value: Barnet Beach Cafe

wow_evidence: seasonal café situated within Barnet Marine Park on the shores of Burrard Inlet...one of several city-operated café locations managed under the Burnaby Hospitality umbrella


value: 105 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC

community: Vancouver

value: Between 2 Buns is a smash burger spot on East Pender Street in Vancouver, specializing in smashed patties with online ordering and a catering menu. The restaurant has no drive-through, making it a walk-in or order-ahead destination. It also sells branded merchandise, suggesting a loyal local following.

value: Between 2 Buns Burgers


value: 1329 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6W8

community: Coquitlam

value: Brown's Socialhouse is a BC-based casual dining chain with dozens of locations across western Canada; the Schoolhouse outpost occupies a two-storey standalone building on Lougheed Highway in Coquitlam. The brand pitches itself on a 'signature mix of great food, drink, atmosphere, music and people,' with a full bar, weekend brunch service, and a daily social hour. For a cyclist on the Lougheed corridor, it offers a sit-down meal with delivery and pickup options as an alternative.

value: Brown's Socialhouse

signal: Brown's Socialhouse chain; ~$20-30pp


value: 8888 Odlin Crescent, Unit 2170, Richmond, BC

community: Richmond

value: Wasan Cafe is a Chinese fast-food café occupying a commercial unit in Richmond's Odlin Crescent area. It serves Chinese cuisine and maintains an active Instagram presence. The Richmond area has a dense cycling network and many cyclists pass through this commercial corridor.

value: Wasan Cafe


community: Chilliwack

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 17740 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 1C7

value: A Taco Bell fast-food location in Surrey serving Tex-Mex staples including tacos, burritos, and the Crunchwrap Supreme, with both dine-in seating and a drive-through lane. The restaurant also offers a Veggie Cravings Menu with vegetarian options such as the Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito. Convenient for touring cyclists passing through the 56 Avenue corridor needing a quick, filling meal with online ordering and delivery available.

value: Taco Bell

detail: Website states: 'the Veggie Cravings Menu has indulgent vegetarian items like the Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito.'

detail: Not contradicted by website content

signal: chain 'taco bell'


value: 417 Front St, Kaslo, BC

community: Kaslo

value: Buddy's Pizzeria has been making hand-stretched artisan pizzas on Kaslo's Front Street since 2011, earning the top spot on TripAdvisor for places to eat in Kaslo. It is a licensed, family-owned restaurant run by owners Aaron and Cathy, known for live music, local and organic ingredients, and a relaxed atmosphere. Cyclists crossing on the Balfour ferry can order ahead so their meal is ready on arrival.

value: Buddy's Front Street Pizzeria

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 702 6th Ave., New Westminster, BC V3M 2B3

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands at 14m; stands at 29m; stands (6 spaces) at 76m; rack (covered) at 76m; stands (6 spaces) at 92m; stands at 95m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Hi Dozo Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in New Westminster offering a wide menu of sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, udon, teriyaki, and appetizers. The restaurant has indoor seating and caters to groups with party tray options. Online ordering is temporarily suspended, but in-store and phone orders are accepted.

value: Hi Dozo Sushi

detail: Menu legend explicitly includes a vegetarian tag; a dedicated Vegetarian Combo (vegetable roll, yam roll, avocado roll, miso soup) is listed, along with multiple vegetarian-tagged individual items

signal: Sushi rolls $3–$6.50; quick-service format


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 67m.

community: Sidney

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 789 Scott Avenue, V0X 1K0

blurb: Hedley's small library branch on Highway 3.

community: Hedley

value: The Hedley Public Library is a small branch of the Okanagan Regional Library, serving the historic gold-mining village of Hedley along Highway 3 in the southern Okanagan. Part of a 30-branch regional network established in 1936, the branch offers free public Wi-Fi to both members and visiting guests. A parking lot on the north side of the building provides access to this remote community stop along a popular cycling corridor.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Fr Sa Su

value: Hedley Public Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Small ORL branch; ordinary library band.


value: 1 Alexander Street, Underground, Vancouver, BC V6A 1B2

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 33m; stands at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Guilt & Co is an underground live music pub in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood, operating since 2010 with two non-ticketed live shows every night, seven days a week. The venue is first-come-first-served, emphasising spontaneous discovery of new artists, and charges a music fee at the door that goes entirely to performers or to Downtown Eastside charities on GroundUp Thursdays. Food is made in-house from fresh, ethically sourced ingredients, and the cocktail program draws on local distilleries.

value: Guilt & Co

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: two non-ticketed live shows every night, seven days a week; music fee goes entirely to performers or Downtown Eastside charities


value: 12-228 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V7

value: Honjin Raman is a Japanese ramen restaurant listed in OSM for the North Vancouver area. Very limited public data is available for this location, and the OSM record's coordinates and associated web presence appear to point toward a Coquitlam business rather than a confirmed North Vancouver establishment.

value: Honjin Ramen

signal: sit-down restaurant, no chain/cuisine signal

wow_evidence: OSM coordinates are flagged as not actually being in North Vancouver; all search results point to Coquitlam


value: 88 West Pender Street, Unit 2008, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 48m; rack at 48m; rack at 67m; stands (5 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Bali Thai is a family-run Indonesian food court stall tucked into the commercial complex at 88 West Pender Street in downtown Vancouver, and one of the few spots in British Columbia specializing in authentic Indonesian cuisine. The menu spans Indonesian classics like Nasi Goreng, Sate Ayam, Laksa, Pempek, and Soto Betawi, alongside a build-your-own rice bowl featuring proteins like Beef Rendang and Lemongrass Curry Chicken. It's a quick-service stop with a distinctly different flavour profile from the typical downtown options, making it a memorable find for cyclists passing through the core.

value: Bali Thai

detail: Menu lists Tempeh Orek (plant-based protein option), Grilled Eggplant with Peanut Sauce, Steamed Kale with Peanut Sauce, Bakwan Jagung (corn fritters), and Telor Balado (egg dish) as vegetarian-suitable items


value: 123 Commercial St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G5

community: Nanaimo

value: SukkhoThai Restaurant is an award-winning Thai restaurant on Commercial Street in downtown Nanaimo, serving authentic dishes such as Pad Thai, Green Curry, and Panaeng Curry with Prawns. The restaurant prides itself on consistent quality and offers both dine-in with table reservations and a takeout/pickup service, making it a practical meal stop for cyclists passing through the city centre.

value: SukkoThai Restaurant

detail: Menu page states lunch combos come 'With your choice of Tofu, Vegetables, Chicken, or Beef', confirming vegetarian protein options are available

signal: award Thai, entrées $16+; ~$18-28pp


community: Kelowna

value: Velofix is a mobile bike shop franchise that dispatches certified technicians directly to wherever a cyclist needs them — home, trailhead, or accommodation. With 130+ technicians across North America and over 220,000 completed services, it covers a wide range of bikes including road, gravel, mountain, commuter, triathlon, tandem, and e-bikes. For touring cyclists in BC, it offers a practical alternative to hauling a bike to a shop, bookable online or by phone.

value: velofix

detail: Dedicated e-bike service packages (Silver, Gold, Flat Repair) covering safety inspection, drivetrain, braking, wheel truing, and electrical systems; explicitly supports Rad Power, Benno, OHM, Yamaha, and Strome e-bikes

origin: manual


value: Urban Barn

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 26055 Trans-Canada Hwy, Hope, BC V0X 1L3, Canada

community: Choate

value: Camper's Roost Park


value: 5525 Vedder Road, Unit 111, Chilliwack, BC V2R 6H8

community: Abbotsford

value: Good Taco is a mission-driven taqueria founded to help alleviate childhood poverty in Mexico, with proceeds supporting the Casa De Luz Children's Centre in Primo Tapia, Baja California. The Chilliwack location serves authentic Mexican street food — tacos, burritos, burrito bowls, and quesadillas — with traditional fillings like al pastor, carnitas, and carne asada. A dedicated social enterprise with operations in both Canada and Mexico, it offers a range of dietary-friendly options well suited to hungry touring cyclists.

value: Good Taco

detail: Menu explicitly labels Rajas Con Aji as 'Gluten Friendly & Vegan', Rajas Con Crema as 'Gluten Friendly & Vegetarian', and multiple other fillings (Al Pastor, Pollo Birria, Carnitas, Carne Asada, Prawn) as 'Gluten Friendly'


value: 1059 Highway # 97 South, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2W3

community: Williams Lake

value: Tim Hortons on Highway 97 South is a well-known Canadian chain stop in Williams Lake, a key hub along the Cariboo cycling corridor. It offers coffee, baked goods, breakfast wraps, soups, and a full takeout menu alongside a drive-through and dine-in seating. For touring cyclists passing through the interior of BC on Highway 97, it represents a familiar and predictable resupply point in an otherwise rural stretch.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 75 Front Street, Nanaimo

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: The Firehouse Grill is a casual full-service restaurant in downtown Nanaimo on Front Street, offering an eclectic fusion of house sushi rolls, grill items, and craft beer. The menu blends West Coast ingredients — sockeye salmon, local prawns, and albacore tuna — with Japanese technique, making it a distinctive dining stop near the Nanaimo waterfront. Cyclists finishing a coastal or inland route into Nanaimo will find a broad menu suited to refuelling.

value: The Firehouse Grill

detail: Menu lists Veggie Tempura, Edamame, Tossed Salad, and Black N' Blue Tuna salad — multiple vegetarian-suitable items present

signal: Most sushi rolls $15–18.50; salads $9–23. Casual sit-down sushi.


value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'


value: 8651 120th Street, Delta, BC V4C 6R4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 84m.

community: Delta

value: Firehouse Subs is a North American sandwich chain known for its hot, steamed subs and a charitable foundation that has donated over $6.3 million to Canadian first responders. This Delta location offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering. For a touring cyclist on Scott Road / 120th Street, it provides a reliable, high-calorie refuelling stop in a busy suburban corridor.

value: Firehouse Subs

detail: Website footer navigation includes a dedicated 'Gluten Free Roll' link, confirming a GF bread option is available

wow_evidence: North American sandwich chain


value: 5500 Clements Crescent, Peachland, BC V0H 1X5

blurb: Peachland's library branch near Okanagan Lake.

community: Peachland

value: The Peachland Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library is a publicly accessible branch of the 30-location ORL network, one of the 16th largest library systems in Canada, situated in the small lakeside community of Peachland on the western shore of Okanagan Lake. The branch is fully wheelchair accessible via ramp and offers public internet computers and wireless printing to anyone who visits. Free public parking is available at the adjacent Peachland Village Mall, making it a convenient stop along the Okanagan cycling corridor.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Peachland Library Branch

wow_evidence: Accessible branch; ordinary library band.


value: 505 Gower Point Road, Gibsons, V0N 1V8

community: Gibsons

value: Gibsons Landing Inn is a boutique hotel in the heart of the coastal town of Gibsons, BC, with a convenient waterfront location and walking distance to the Gibsons Public Market and local shops. Newly renovated rooms include kitchenettes and range from standard queens to balcony suites with ocean glimpses. Guests who book direct receive a credit toward Crazy Red's Breads Bakery in the adjacent Gibsons Public Market — a handy perk for an early-morning cycling departure.

value: Gibsons Landing Inn

detail: "Laundry Facilities" listed in the amenities section on all room pages

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 2417 Beacon Avenue, V8L 1X5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 47m; rack (4 spaces) at 54m; rack (3 spaces) at 81m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Serious Coffee is a café situated on Beacon Avenue in Sidney, BC, a busy commercial street in a community that sees significant cycling traffic as a gateway to the Saanich Peninsula trail network. As a café-type establishment, it would likely offer the kinds of refreshments and rest opportunities that touring cyclists seek. No further detail about the business character or offerings can be confirmed from available evidence.

value: Serious Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: café situated on Beacon Avenue in Sidney... gateway to the Saanich Peninsula trail network


value: 1 Weldon Road

community: False Bay

value: The Lasqueti Island Hotel is located on Lasqueti Island, a small, off-grid island in the Strait of Georgia accessible only by a passenger-only ferry from French Creek near Parksville. For touring cyclists, reaching the hotel already requires a ferry crossing, making it a genuinely remote destination in the Gulf Islands region. The island is known for its rural, self-sufficient character, which shapes the experience of any accommodation there.

value: Lasqueti Island Hotel, Pub & Restaurant

signal: Website inaccessible; 'hotel' label only, no pricing visible


value: 20227 56 Avenue, Langley, V3A 3Y6

community: Langley

value: Andreas Restaurant is a long-established Greek and Italian family restaurant in Langley, operated since 1984 by father-and-son duo Andreas and Dimitrios. The scratch kitchen turns out over 130 menu items daily—from souvlaki and lamb dishes to house-made pizzas and 28-day-aged AAA steaks—with a firm commitment to never using pre-packaged or vacuum-sealed prepared food. Touring cyclists will find a warm, family-focused atmosphere with dine-in, takeout, and delivery all available, and a banquet room for larger groups.

value: Andreas Restaurant

detail: Pizza menu includes a dedicated Vegetarian pizza (mushrooms, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, pineapple, olives, cheese & tomato sauce); Greek salads and Mediterranean-style dishes also available

signal: Specialty pizzas $22.95–$33.95; casual family-focused Greek & Italian restaurant.


value: 3949 Shelbourne St, Victoria, BC V8P 4J2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (6 spaces, covered) at 14m; bollard (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (8 spaces) at 86m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Local Pizza is a Vancouver Island-born pizza chain emphasizing local ownership and fresh ingredients, with five locations across the Victoria area. The Shelbourne location serves the eastern Victoria neighbourhood with customizable and pre-set pizzas available for pickup or delivery. Founded on Vancouver Island and operated by local employees, it positions itself as a neighbourhood pizzeria rather than a national franchise.

value: Local Pizza

wow_evidence: Vancouver Island-born pizza chain... five locations across the Victoria area