value: 100-750 Vaughan Ave, Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: CeCe's Coffee is a Canadian-owned specialty cafe concept born out of Crave bakery, pairing Monogram coffee with house-made syrups and from-scratch baked goods made with real Canadian butter and seasonal fruit. The Kelowna location on Vaughan Ave offers a cozy community-minded atmosphere alongside a menu of espresso drinks, cold brew options, matcha and chai lattes, and seasonal specialties. It is designed as a neighbourhood gathering spot with a strong emphasis on local sourcing.

value: CeCe's Coffee

detail: Website menu explicitly lists alternative milks: oat, soy, almond

signal: amenity=cafe


source: enrichment

value: 400 Smythe Drive, Penticton, BC

category: Food & Drink

community: Penticton

value: Painted Rock Estate Winery is a family-owned operation perched on the eastern bench of Skaha Lake, producing ultra-premium terroir-driven wines from a 56-acre single-estate vineyard in the Okanagan Valley. The Skinner family has spent over 20 years crafting award-winning Bordeaux blends and single-varietal wines with the stated goal of raising the profile of Canadian wine internationally. A touring cyclist stopping here can visit the daily-open tasting room and take in sweeping views of Skaha Lake alongside tastings of some of Canada's most acclaimed estate wines.

value: Painted Rock Estate Winery

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: high

label: Casual

signal: Ultra-premium estate winery tasting visit

source: judgement

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

tier: info

wow_evidence: family-owned … 56-acre single-estate vineyard … award-winning Bordeaux blends and single-varietal wines


value: 15045 Marine Drive, White Rock, BC V4B 1C3

community: White Rock

value: Maya's is a seasonal ice cream and gelato shop on White Rock's scenic Marine Drive, right along a popular seaside cycling route. The shop was born from the owners' international travels and offers handcrafted gelato, creative soft serve sundaes, floats, paninis, and a full espresso bar. Online ordering is available for pint pickup and local delivery.

value: Maya's

confidence: medium

label: Cheap eats

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 22-3155 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 3S9

value: Mission Creek Wine Cellars is a locally owned U-Vin winery in the Mission neighbourhood of Kelowna that has guided customers through making their own wine from premium kits since 1998. The shop has earned over 20 medals — mostly gold — at the Winemaker International Wine Competition and offers the full bottling and labelling experience on-site. For a touring cyclist in BC wine country, it represents an unusual destination: a hands-on winemaking stop rather than a tasting room.

value: Mission Creek Wine Cellars

detail: Business is a wine-kit winemaking shop with no food service or food products mentioned

signal: U-Vin make-your-own winery/retail, not a dining venue


value: 537 Cruice Lane, Gibsons, BC

community: Gibsons

value: Gibsons Tapworks is a community-focused brewpub founded in 2017 by three outdoor enthusiasts, crafting award-winning coastal-inspired beers on Squamish Nation territory in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast. The taproom features a patio overlooking Howe Sound, voted best patio by the Sunshine Coast People's Choice Awards, paired with a full kitchen (Tapworks Burger Shack) serving shareable food. The venue is a lively social hub with a regular calendar of events including trivia nights, live music, open mic, and comedy shows.

value: Gibsons Tapworks Tasting Room

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: voted best patio by the Sunshine Coast People's Choice Awards... founded by three outdoor enthusiasts


value: 10808 91 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 5R1

category: Groceries

community: Fort St. John

value: Fort St. John Co-op is a locally-owned Federated Co-operative serving Fort St. John and the Prespatou area in northeastern BC. It operates primarily as a fuel and convenience outlet, offering propane refills, cardlock bulk fuel access, and a car wash alongside convenience goods. As a member-owned co-operative embedded in this Peace Region hub, it is a practical roadside stop for tourers travelling the Alaska Highway corridor.

value: Co-op

detail: Website explicitly lists 'Bulk Propane Services and Propane Refills' and 'Order Fuel or Propane' as offered services

ownership: Buy Canadian

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 102-15775 Croydon Drive, Surrey, BC V3Z 2L6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack at 17m; rack at 26m; rack at 44m; rack at 48m; rack at 54m; rack at 65m; rack at 80m.

community: Surrey

value: The Chopped Leaf is a proudly Canadian fast-casual chain founded in 2009, now spanning 124+ locations, built around customizable salads, wraps, bowls, soups, and sandwiches made with fresh greens. This Surrey franchise occupies Unit 102 at a ground-level commercial strip on Croydon Drive, with online ordering and catering available. It aims to reframe healthy greens as comfort food, offering a filling and practical meal option for cyclists moving through the area.

value: The Chopped Leaf

source: osm

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: Chopped Leaf fast-casual chain; ~$12-15

tier: welcoming


value: 346 HWY 97, Kaleden, BC V0H 1K0

community: Kaleden

value: Farm Gate Winery is a lovingly restored heritage orcharding homestead perched above Skaha Lake on Highway 97 in Kaleden, roughly ten minutes south of Penticton. The property produces an award-winning portfolio of both traditional Okanagan grape wines and distinctive fruit wines made from estate-grown cherries, peaches, apricots, and plums, all produced and bottled on-site. A rustic tasting room, a back patio with sweeping views of Skaha Lake and surrounding orchards, and an attached fruit stand selling heirloom Okanagan produce make it a genuinely memorable roadside stop for cyclists riding the Skaha Lake corridor.

value: Farm Gate Winery

confidence: low

signal: heritage winery, grape+fruit wines, tastings; ~$15-25 visit

wow_evidence: award-winning portfolio... fruit stand... heavily cycled Highway 97 Skaha Lake corridor


value: 20090 91A Avenue

community: Langley

value: Montana's

origin: chain

signal: chain 'montana'


value: 5454 Trail Ave, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0

category: Accommodation

community: Sechelt

value: A beachfront hotel in the heart of Sechelt on BC's Sunshine Coast, formerly known as the Driftwood Motor Inn and now operating as Sechelt Inn under Catalog Hospitality. The property offers simple rooms with ocean views and a fully renovated penthouse suite with rooftop patio overlooking the water. An in-house restaurant, Fred's, serves handmade pasta, hearth-fired pizzas, and coastal mains just off the lobby.

value: Sechelt Inn

detail: Fred's restaurant is 'just off the lobby' serving handmade pasta, hearth-fired pizzas, coastal mains, and a lounge menu with smash burgers and local beer

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: renovated beachfront inn (ex-Driftwood Motor Inn), Sechelt; $140-190

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 5328 Squilax-Anglemont Road, Celista, V0E 1L0

community: Celista

value: Fetch Panda Market is a convenience store and gas station operated by the Fetch Panda chain in the small rural community of Celista on Squilax-Anglemont Road. The chain's locations offer fuel (regular and premium), a stocked convenience store, and hot food. For cyclists touring the Shuswap area, this is a notable resupply point in an otherwise sparsely serviced stretch.

value: Fetch Panda Market

detail: Website about page states locations offer 'Hot food items, pizzas'


value: Renfrew Road, V0R 2W0

category: Camping

community: Strathcona Lodge

value: Sunny Daze Campground

ownership: Private

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 2929 Barnet Highway, Unit 1046, Coquitlam, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: Neptune Seafood Restaurant is a long-established Cantonese seafood and dim sum restaurant founded in 1997, part of the Neptune Restaurant Group's multi-location Lower Mainland chain. The Coquitlam Centre location is renowned for abalone and gourmet dim sum, holds membership in the Commanderie des Cordons Bleu de France, and has received Vancouver's Top Ten Chinese Restaurant award. The space includes flexible banquet rooms, making it a substantial full-service dining stop for cyclists in the Tri-Cities area.

value: Neptune Seafood Restaurant

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Cantonese seafood, abalone/gourmet dim sum (Neptune); ~$40-70pp

wow_evidence: Vancouver's Top Ten Chinese Restaurant award... membership in the Commanderie des Cordons Bleu de France


value: 7488 Lansdowne Road, Unit 125, Richmond, V7C 0B9

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack at 5m; rack at 7m; rack at 32m; rack at 46m; rack at 46m; rack at 50m; rack at 63m; rack at 75m; rack at 85m.

community: Richmond

value: Penguin Bros. is a bubble tea specialty cafe in Richmond. It offers a convenient stop for refreshments during cycling tours of the area.

value: Penguin Bros.

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: a bubble tea specialty cafe in Richmond


value: 118 Wellington Avenue, Trail, BC V1R 2K2

community: Warfield

value: Ray Lyn Motel is a small motel on the outskirts of Trail, BC, offering standard queen-bed rooms and kitchenette units suited to multi-night stays. It sits a short drive from downtown Trail and is roughly 15 minutes from Red Mountain Ski Resort, placing it in the heart of the Kootenay region. Rooms include in-room fridge and microwave, and the property has a seasonal outdoor BBQ area and gazebo.

value: Ray Lyn Motel

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Kootenay Rockies

wow_evidence: small motel... seasonal outdoor BBQ area and gazebo


value: Nanaimo

community: Nanaimo

value: Chachi's

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: Trail Bay Centre, 5755 Cowrie St #3, Sechelt, BC V7Z 0J6, Canada

value: Trail Bay Cafe is a cafe situated near Trail Bay in the Sechelt area of British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, a popular cycling corridor. It operates Monday through Saturday, making it a potential stop for cyclists touring the Sunshine Coast route. Beyond its OSM listing, details about the menu, facilities, and atmosphere are not confirmed.

value: Trail Bay Cafe


value: 15525 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C9

value: Sandcastle Sea Shoppe is an ice cream and gift shop on White Rock's waterfront Marine Drive, advertising over 50 flavours. It sits at street level on one of the most popular seaside cycling corridors in Metro Vancouver's south end. The dual ice cream and gift shop format is a classic seaside stop that typically draws walkers and cyclists exploring the White Rock promenade.

value: Sandcastle Sea Shoppe & Ice Cream Parlour

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 5676 Haynes St, Hedley, BC V0X 1K0

community: Hedley

value: Grand Union Cafe is a family-run cafe in the historic mining town of Hedley, BC, housed in a creatively transformed old motel in the Similkameen Valley. It serves espresso drinks, rotating baked goods (including blueberry scones and coconut carrot cake), ice cream, and breakfasts, and earned a 2025 Recommended Cafe designation from Restaurant Guru. The property also encompasses nightly room rentals, art classes, and a local makers space, making it an unusually full-service stop in a small rural community.

value: Grand Union Cafe

wow_evidence: family-run cafe ... creatively transformed old motel ... 2025 Recommended Cafe designation


value: 16660 Backeddy Road, Egmont

community: Egmont

value: Backeddy Resort and Marina is a remote, award-winning waterfront resort on BC's Sunshine Coast, set along 600 feet of shoreline on the Sechelt Inlet near Egmont and the Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park. The property encompasses twenty varied accommodation units — from modern waterfront cabins to geodesic glamping domes and vintage A-frames — alongside a full-service marina, an oceanfront pub, and an on-site rental fleet including mountain bikes. Its location makes it a natural base for cyclists exploring the upper Sunshine Coast, with hiking, ocean kayaking, and wildlife viewing immediately accessible.

value: Backeddy Resort and Marina

detail: Website amenities page states: 'Convenient 24-hour coin-operated washers and dryers are available in the marina washhouse.'

detail: On-site Backeddy Pub serves food (fish & chips, burgers) and is described as a waterfront pub open to resort guests and the public

signal: Award-winning waterfront resort + marina by Skookumchuck, cabins ~$200-280

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: award-winning waterfront resort... mountain bike rentals, 24-hour coin-operated laundry in the marina washhouse


value: 4314 West 10th Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; rack (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Shell Select

ownership: Global chain


value: Unit 1-32288 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 1W9

community: Abbotsford

value: Pan-Asia Market & Deli is a small Asian-focused convenience store and deli located in Chilliwack, BC. It combines everyday convenience store staples with Asian grocery products and deli offerings, making it a distinctive neighbourhood resupply option. Cyclists passing through Chilliwack would find it a useful stop for snacks, prepared foods, and specialty ingredients.

value: Pan-Asia Market & Deli


value: 4210 Main Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 3P9

bike_parking_detail: 25 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; rack (5 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (10 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; rack (5 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 64 spaces.

value: The Main on Main is a long-running neighbourhood restaurant and live music venue that has served Mediterranean, Western, and Italian classics since 1997. The space features warehouse-height ceilings, steel beams, and wood floors, giving it a rustic, unhurried atmosphere where regulars linger. An extensive cocktail, wine, and draft beer list — including local BC craft ales — rounds out the food and music experience.

value: The Main

signal: Mediterranean/Italian, generous servings, live music; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: long-running neighbourhood restaurant and live music venue... since 1997


value: 6200 McKay Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 74m; stands (10 spaces) at 74m; rack (6 spaces) at 79m; rack (6 spaces) at 82m; stands (covered) at 91m; shed (50 spaces, covered, secure, paid) at 95m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 95m; rack at 96m; rack at 97m. Total: 85 spaces, 50 secure.

community: Burnaby

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


bike_access: rough

character: utilitarian

energy: neutral

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

community: Beavermouth

source: camping

value: A three-pitch forest site sitting between Help and Comfort Lake, about 30 km along the Bush Forest Service Road with no confirmed amenities; primarily an overflow stop for the nearby Blackwater Lake Site.

value: Help Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 4700 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (covered) at 46m; rack at 75m.

value: Sport Chek at Metropolis @ Metrotown is a large-format Canadian sporting goods chain located inside one of BC's busiest shopping malls in Burnaby. The store carries bikes, cycling apparel, and accessories across multiple sport categories, and the chain operates an equipment servicing program at many locations. For a touring cyclist, it is a useful stop for gear, clothing, and possibly basic parts in an otherwise commercially dense area.

value: Sport Chek

subcategory: Outdoor Gear


community: Campbell River

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 2341 East Hastings Street, Vancouver

value: Miyako Sushi is a sushi restaurant located on East Hastings Street in Vancouver. Website information was unavailable for assessment of specific offerings and amenities.

value: Miyako Sushi

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


value: #203-12590 Trans Canada Highway, Ladysmith BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (covered) at 41m; rack at 45m; rack at 50m; stands (covered) at 51m.

blurb: Indigenous-owned floatplane airline flying from YVR to the Gulf Islands.

category: Attractions

value: Gulf Island Seaplanes is an Indigenous-owned floatplane airline offering scheduled service between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Gabriola Island, DeCourcy Island, Maple Bay, and seasonal Hornby Island flights. For touring cyclists exploring the Gulf Islands, the airline provides a practical way to skip lengthy ferry connections and reach remote island destinations directly by air. Charter services are also available for custom itineraries along the coast of British Columbia.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: low

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Gulf Island Seaplanes

origin: manual

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: scheduled floatplane airline (transportation service), not an admission venue

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned scheduled floatplane airline to the Gulf Islands — primarily a transport service; the flight itself is scenic (charter ladder 1/2). Useful bike+fly connection noted.


value: 1213 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 54m; stands (3 spaces) at 60m; stands (3 spaces) at 66m; stands (7 spaces) at 100m. Total: 23 spaces.


value: 556 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC V2B 3H4

community: Kamloops

value: Red Tomato Pies is a BC-born pizza chain founded in Williams Lake by Jason and Amber Akeson, now operating 11 locations across Western Canada including two in Kamloops. The North Shore location on Tranquille Road serves handcrafted pizzas in four sizes alongside wings, chicken dippers, salads, pasta, and desserts. The chain has grown entirely through word-of-mouth and touts an award-winning approach to fresh ingredients and creative specialty pies.

value: Red Tomato Pies

detail: Website states: 'We carry Plant based Pepperoni, and a large selection of veggies to choose from for you to create an amazing plant based/vegan friendly pizza of your choice' and 'feel free to customize any of our Specialty Pizzas by adding plant based mozzarella instead of regular mozzarella.' Sides menu notes gluten-free 10" crust available for an additional charge on multiple items

wow_evidence: BC-born pizza chain... 11 locations across Western Canada


value: 8369 Lougheed Highway

value: William F White is a wholesale supplier located in North Vancouver. Specific product category and amenities cannot be verified due to website fetch failure.

value: William F White

subcategory: Grocery Store


blurb: Rossland's mining and ski-history museum, with the visitor centre inside.

community: Rossland

value: The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre chronicles the history of Rossland from its gold-mining origins through its evolution into a celebrated ski town in the Kootenays. It also houses the Rossland Visitor Centre, making it a natural first stop for touring cyclists arriving in the area. A major renewal project — The Mine Experience — is underway, with over $5M raised toward an expanded underground mine exhibit.

dwell: half

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

planning: walk-up

setting: mixed

theme: history

value: Rossland Mining Museum & Discovery Center

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: regional museum + visitor centre; admission ~$10

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Regional museum of Rossland's gold-mining and ski history, housing the visitor centre; $5M underground Mine Experience expansion underway.


value: 9201 Corbould Street, Chilliwack, V2P 4A6

blurb: Chilliwack's arts hub: two theatres, gallery, and studios.

community: Chilliwack

value: The Chilliwack Cultural Centre is the city's flagship arts venue, housing two performance theatres, the Odlum Brown Art Gallery, 21 music studios, and four arts and crafts studios on the territory of the Stó:lō Coast Salish People. Run by the Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society, it presents live performances, creative classes, and gallery exhibitions year-round, making it a significant cultural stop in the Fraser Valley. A touring cyclist passing through Chilliwack could take in a show, visit the gallery, or explore ongoing creative programming.

facet_confidence: med

setting: indoor

theme: art-culture

value: Chilliwack Cultural Centre

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Flagship arts venue: two theatres, Odlum Brown Gallery, music studios — dupe winner over the 'Chilliwack Arts Centre' copy (eaa33014c1).


value: 555 Great Northern Way, Vancouver, V5T 1E1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (14 spaces) at 16m; rack at 70m; rack at 91m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Nemesis Coffee is a Vancouver-based specialty coffee roaster with five Lower Mainland café locations; the GNW branch sits at 555 Great Northern Way in the arts-and-innovation corridor between Mount Pleasant and East Vancouver. The café serves espresso and everyday filter coffees sourced from named farms alongside freshly baked pastries from their in-house Dope Bakehouse. The brand actively supports World Coffee Research and acknowledges operating on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.

value: Nemesis Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Camöflage


value: 321 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 80m; rack (2 spaces) at 84m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Al Porto Ristorante is a long-established Italian dining room in Vancouver's historic Gastown neighbourhood, serving classic pasta, pizza, and seafood since 1978. The multi-room venue spans a main floor, wine room, terrace, and a loft with views of the North Shore mountains and Canada Place—available for private events. Cyclists passing through Gastown will find a full sit-down meal with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, steps from the waterfront.

value: Al Porto Ristorante

detail: FAQ states: 'Al Porto Ristorante serves vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.'

signal: Italian since 1978, $80/person minimum; ~$45-65pp


value: 7907 Scott Road, Delta

community: Delta

value: Cactus Club Cafe

signal: chain 'cactus club'


category: Transport

community: Surrey

source: llm-examine

value: Pacific Cabs is a 24/7 on-demand taxi service covering Surrey, Langley, White Rock, and the broader Lower Mainland, with airport runs to YVR and Abbotsford. No bike policy is stated, but the fleet includes vans that could potentially accommodate a boxed or disassembled bicycle.

value: Pacific Cabs

origin: transport

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


value: 6544 Fraser Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; rack (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 5000 Canoe Pass Way, Delta, V4E 0B3

value: Milestones Grill & Bar is a well-established Canadian casual dining chain located at Tsawwassen Mills, near the Tsawwassen ferry terminal and the South Delta cycling network. The restaurant offers a full sit-down menu with bar service, accommodating dietary needs including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Its proximity to the BC Ferries terminal makes it a logical stop for cyclists arriving from or departing to Vancouver Island or the Southern Gulf Islands.

value: Milestones

signal: chain 'milestones'


value: 2205 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver, V6K 1E9

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Enroute.cc is a performance cycling apparel shop and café hybrid in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, carrying premium brands such as Pas Normal Studios, MAAP, Rapha, and ASSOS alongside race nutrition from Maurten and Precision Hydration. The physical retail space doubles as a café — a format beloved in road cycling culture — making it a destination stop for cyclists seeking both kit and coffee on Vancouver's popular West Side riding corridors. Its location on West 1st Avenue places it directly along routes connecting the Seawall and Kitsilano to Point Grey.

value: Enroute Coffee

wow_evidence: performance cycling apparel shop and café hybrid... carrying premium brands such as Pas Normal Studios, MAAP, Rapha, and ASSOS


value: 838 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, V6B 6A2

bike_parking_detail: 29 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 27m; bollard (2 spaces) at 29m; bollard (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; bollard (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (4 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 68 spaces.

value: Rosedale Condominiums is a condominium-style resort property in downtown Vancouver operated by Westgate Resorts, offering spacious suite accommodations near BC Place and the city's central entertainment district. It sits within walking distance of popular Vancouver attractions, restaurants, and the waterfront. The property markets itself as a home-base for both business and leisure travelers exploring British Columbia.

value: Rosedale Condominiums

signal: Westgate condo-suite property near BC Place; $180-240 shoulder

wow_evidence: operated by Westgate Resorts


value: 11040 8 Street

community: Dawson Creek


value: 1087 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5V 3C9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (14 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 64m; wall_loops (12 spaces, covered) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Tk Bakery is a bakery located in Vancouver, BC. Very little verifiable information is publicly available about this specific location beyond the OSM record, which was checked in September 2025. A touring cyclist passing through may find baked goods useful for on-the-road provisions.

value: Tk Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: OSM record only; no verifiable public information beyond a bakery at this Vancouver location


value: 3150 - 14th Street, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0

blurb: Houston's public library on the Highway 16 corridor.

community: Houston

value: The Houston Public Library is a community public library serving the small town of Houston in BC's Central Interior, offering books, digital resources, computer and internet access, meeting room rentals, and office services including printing, copying, faxing, and scanning. For touring cyclists passing through this remote stretch of highway, it provides a sheltered stop with free internet access and a range of community resources. The library also curates local community information links, making it a useful orientation point for visitors unfamiliar with the region.

days_closed: Mo Su

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

theme: civic

value: Houston Public Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Community library (KW-PRIVATE is a meeting-room false positive); ordinary library band.


value: 3611 McIntyre Drive

community: Port Alberni

value: Sunset Motel is a roadside motel located on McIntyre Drive on Vancouver Island, in the community area around Port Alberni. The OSM record was field-verified in April 2024 and accepts cash, Visa, and Mastercard. No cyclist-specific amenities could be confirmed from available data.

value: Sunset Motel


value: Blenz on Lonsdale & West 15th St, 1457 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 7m; stands (3 spaces) at 30m; stands (3 spaces) at 37m; stands (3 spaces) at 38m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 71m; stands (3 spaces) at 88m; stands (3 spaces) at 95m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: 194 City Centre, V8C 1X6

community: Kitimat

value: No Frills


value: 1170 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, BC V9N 2K1

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Courtenay

value: Trail Bicycles is a full-service bike shop in Courtenay serving the Comox Valley, carrying premium brands including Trek, Norco, Mondraker, Ibis, Pivot, and Salsa. They hold Shimano Service Centre certification, meaning mechanics are trained to the latest standards using genuine Shimano parts. Visiting cyclists can also rent full-suspension mountain bikes with helmets and get insider knowledge on local trails including the renowned Cumberland network.

value: Trail Bicycles

detail: Dedicated rentals page confirms 'premium performance and well-maintained full suspension mountain bikes ready for you to rent'; fleet includes Trek Fuel EX and Trek Fuel+ EX; rentals include helmet and basic repair kit

detail: Shimano Service Centre certification and active e-bike sales (Norco, Mondraker, Trek Fuel+); service page states 'Any type of bike is welcome at Trail.'

detail: or just fix a flat

detail: You don't need an appointment for the first consult; just visit us at the shop and bring your bike with you.

subcategory: Repair Shop

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: Shimano Service Centre certification... bike rentals... insider knowledge on local trails including the renowned Cumberland network


value: 112 1st Street East, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: The 112 Restaurant & Lounge is a long-established fine dining destination inside Revelstoke's Regent Hotel, serving the community since 1978. The menu leans on regional ingredients—wild BC salmon, braised bison short ribs, charbroiled steaks—paired with craft cocktails and local beers. Regular live music nights make it a lively spot for a post-ride evening meal in the heart of downtown Revelstoke.

detail: Website states: 'We also accommodate dietary needs, including gluten-free options, so everyone can enjoy a thoughtful, satisfying meal.'

label: Fine dining

signal: Fine Dining position, premium steaks, oysters, curated wine, hotel restaurant

subcategory: Restaurant


value: F11-6631 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo, BC V9T 4T7

community: Nanaimo

value: Kamikaze Sushi is a quick-service sushi counter in the Woodgrove Mall Food Court in north Nanaimo, offering rolls, poke bowls, ramen, and bento boxes made fresh daily on-site. The kitchen sources ingredients from local suppliers and uses traditional Japanese techniques, with a menu broad enough to suit vegetarians alongside seafood lovers. It is accessible via delivery apps or phone-ahead takeout, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the Woodgrove area.

value: Kamikaze Sushi

detail: Menu includes vegetarian options: Cucumber Roll (rice, seaweed, cucumber, sesame), Yam Tempura Roll (rice, seaweed, deep-fried tempura yam, sesame), and Avocado Roll. No GF or vegan labelling confirmed


bike_access: hard

character: destination

energy: active

kid_friendly: no

label: salmon run

months: August September October

community: Williams Landing

value: Wigeon Lake sits deep inside Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, reachable only by paddling across Pitt Lake and hiking up Widgeon Creek — firmly out of reach for a loaded touring bike. The wilderness lake is a salmon-country gem with no services: treat all water, pack out all waste, and no campfires are permitted anywhere in the park.

value: Wigeon Lake

ownership: Provincial park


value: 4809 Spearhead Drive, Whistler, V0N 1B4

community: Whistler

value: The Marquise is a six-story condominium lodge perched on Blackcomb Benchlands in Whistler, offering ski-in/out access across the street. It features a large hot tub under a glass dome with mountain views, a heated outdoor pool open year-round, and a fitness room. Touring cyclists will find it a comfortable base in the heart of the Whistler corridor.

value: The Marquise

detail: Listed explicitly under Services as 'Onsite laundry'

signal: 3.5-star Benchlands condo lodge; $180-240 shoulder

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 478 1st Street, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0

blurb: Vanderhoof's visitor centre and museum, with a 12-metre carved welcome figure.

community: Vanderhoof

value: The Vanderhoof Tourism and Cultural Centre is situated on the museum grounds along Highway 16, making it a natural stop for cycle-tourers on the Yellowhead corridor. The site features a striking 12-metre wooden carving by master carver Peter Rodseth alongside historical exhibits from the Nechako Valley and Saik'uz First Nation. Visitor centre staff offer regional maps and travel information, and a 1.25 km Heritage Nature Trail loops through the museum grounds along Stoney Creek.

value: Vanderhoof Tourism and Cultural Centre & Community Museum

signal: museum + tourism centre, no admission fee mentioned; donation

wow_evidence: Dupe winner: visitor centre plus museum with a 12-metre Peter Rodseth carving and Nechako/Saik'uz exhibits.


value: 210 Second Avenue West

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Edge Outdoors is a small outdoor clothing and gear shop based in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island, carrying waterproof jackets, footwear, camping supplies, optics, and kids' outdoor apparel. The shop has an active local presence and caters to people heading into the natural surroundings of the Qualicum Beach area. Touring cyclists passing through would find it a useful stop for outdoor gear and clothing but should not expect bicycle-specific services.

google_place_id: ChIJTxCPyGSPiFQRZTNZvOMeYeI

value: Edge Outdoors

wow_evidence: small outdoor clothing and gear shop in Qualicum Beach; no mention of bicycles or cycling-specific services


value: 130 2nd Street, Atlin, BC

community: Atlin

value: Atlin Lake Grocery Store is a supermarket serving Atlin, one of BC's most remote and isolated communities near the Yukon border, accessible only by a long gravel spur road off the Alaska Highway. For touring cyclists making the journey to Atlin, it is one of the only food resupply points in the region and a critical stop before or after the ride into town. The surrounding landscape — boreal wilderness, glaciers, and the striking Atlin Lake — makes this an extraordinary destination, and the store anchors the small townsite.

value: Atlin Lake Grocery Store


value: 5376 Grimmer Street, Burnaby, BC V5H 2H2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 70m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 76m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Sugar Lab Pancake House is a specialty dessert cafe in Burnaby focused on Mille Crepe cakes — elegant multi-layered French-inspired crepe cakes available in a wide range of flavours from mango and durian to matcha and tiramisu. The shop offers both walk-in dine-in service and a preorder pickup model for whole cakes. The About page describes a cozy, spacious atmosphere designed for lingering over dessert with friends or family.

value: Sugar Lab Pancake House

detail: Business is exclusively a dessert/cake shop; no savoury food or lunch items are offered


value: 2786 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: Lazzez's Grill is a fully licensed fine-dining Indian restaurant on Barnet Highway in Coquitlam, with a focus on tandoor cooking — clay-oven tikkas, seekh kebabs, and freshly baked naan are menu centrepieces. Chef Gurdeep Singh brings experience from India, the UK, and Canada, and the kitchen produces a broad menu spanning meat, seafood, vegetable, and gluten-free options. The restaurant has outdoor seating, accepts walk-ins, and offers takeout and catering, making it a viable sit-down or grab-and-go stop.

value: Lazzez's Grill Indian Cuisine

detail: Menu labels several items as vegan (e.g. Vegetable Samosa, Vegetable Pakora, Onion Bhaji) and many items as gluten free (e.g. Vegetable Pakora, most Tandoori Sizzler dishes, numerous chicken and lamb items)

signal: Indian, tandoor dinner (buffet lunch $9.99); ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: fully licensed fine-dining Indian restaurant... Chef Gurdeep Singh brings experience from India, the UK, and Canada


value: 1447 Bay Ave, Trail, BC V1R 4A9

community: Trail

value: The Pastry Shop is a bakery located in Trail, BC, in the Kootenay region. It would serve as a stop for touring cyclists passing through Trail on routes such as the Trans Canada Trail or Columbia & Western Rail Trail. As a bakery, it likely offers fresh baked goods suitable for fueling a ride, though specific offerings could not be confirmed from available sources.

value: The Pastry Shop

wow_evidence: bakery at 1447 Bay Avenue in Trail, BC


value: 917 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Boxcar is a cozy cocktail bar and beer parlour on Vancouver's Main Street corridor, pouring craft cocktails and local beers alongside Roma-style pizza from award-winning Mortadella Pizzeria located next door. Named among Canada's Top 50 bars in 2020, it has a neighbourhood feel with indoor seating and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. A solid after-ride destination in the Mount Pleasant area for cyclists looking to unwind.

value: The Boxcar

detail: Pizza menu lists Margherita (tomato, fior di latte, basil) and Caprese sandwich (roasted tomato, fior di latte, basil, jalapeño ranch, arugula) — both vegetarian by ingredient listing

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 1505 Admirals Road, V9A 2P8

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 8m; rack (5 spaces) at 48m; rack at 70m; rack at 75m; rack at 80m; rack at 96m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: View Royal

value: Clover Sushi is a Japanese-focused restaurant in a commercial unit on Admirals Road in the Esquimalt/View Royal area of Greater Victoria, blending traditional sushi techniques with creative rolls, premium sashimi, and a few Korean-inspired dishes like bibimbap. The restaurant offers both a dine-in experience in what it describes as an elegant yet comfortable setting, and a pickup option through their mobile ordering service.

value: Clover Sushi

signal: sushi/sashimi + Korean; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: Dine In & Pick Up


value: 799 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1G9

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (6 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 46 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Good Ovening is a Korean restaurant in downtown Victoria specializing in an innovative, health-conscious take on Korean-style fried and oven-roasted chicken. Situated in the heart of the city, it draws a loyal local crowd and has accumulated active reviews well into 2026. An online ordering system with real-time preparation-status tracking makes it convenient for cyclists who want to order ahead and pick up quickly.

value: Good Ovening Korean Pub and Oven Roasted Chicken

signal: Korean fried chicken pub, reasonable; ~$16-24pp

wow_evidence: active reviews well into 2026


value: 9167 Emerald Drive, Whistler, V0N 1B9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 54m; stands (8 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 86m; stands (8 spaces) at 87m; stands (8 spaces) at 100m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Deer Lodge is a self-catering vacation rental by owner tucked in the heart of Whistler Town Plaza, offering a one-bedroom suite sleeping four and a studio suite sleeping two. Both units feature full kitchens, gas fireplaces, in-suite laundry, and access to a shared hot tub, making them well suited for self-sufficient travellers. Restaurants, shops, golf courses, and ski lifts are all within easy walking distance.

value: Deer Lodge

detail: In-suite laundry listed as an amenity for both the One Bedroom Suite and Studio Suite

detail: Website states: 'Restaurants, shops, golf courses and ski-lifts are all a short walk away.'

signal: owner-run 1BR + studio rentals, Town Plaza; $170-230 shoulder

wow_evidence: access to a shared hot tub... in-suite laundry


bike_access: easy

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Cultus Lake

value: One of four campgrounds within busy Cultus Lake Park, sitting beside a large warm freshwater lake ringed by forested mountains about 90 minutes from Vancouver; fully serviced with showers and flush toilets, though swimmer's itch and a sudden nearshore drop-off are noted lake hazards.

value: Entrance Bay Campground

wow_evidence: large warm freshwater lake ringed by forested mountains ... showers and flush toilets


character: pleasant

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Horsefly

value: Overflow camping at Horsefly Lake Provincial Park, set among old-growth cedar and Douglas fir on a large Cariboo lake popular for rainbow trout fishing and paddling; the overflow designation means fewer amenities than the primary 23-site campground, and the final 10km of access road is gravel.

value: Overflow

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: secondary overflow camping area...may only be opened when the main 23-site campground is full


value: 1885A Bakery Frontage Rd, Christina Lake, BC V1N 4V8, Canada

community: Fife

value: Smoochies Brewing Co is a brewing company located in the Okanagan & Thompson region of British Columbia, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a café. The 'Brewing Co' designation suggests this is a craft brewery or taproom, which would make it a natural stop for touring cyclists passing through this scenic wine and craft-beverage corridor. No additional details about the space or offerings were retrievable from the available sources.

value: Smoochies Brewing Co

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: craft brewery or taproom… natural stop for touring cyclists passing through this scenic wine and craft-beverage corridor


value: 105 - 2540 Mary Hill Rd, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 3B2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Donair Affair is a BC restaurant chain with over 20 locations and nearly 25 years of history, specializing in Mediterranean-inspired donair kebabs made with fresh ingredients and a choice of beef, lamb, chicken, or falafel. The Port Coquitlam location on Mary Hill Road serves wraps, Mayan platters, and combo specials in a casual, wheelchair-accessible setting. Touring cyclists will find quick, filling meals including vegetarian and vegan-friendly falafel options with a variety of sauces and toppings.

value: Donair Affair

detail: Front page tagline lists 'Vegetarian' as a cuisine type; falafel described as 'a vegan and protein-rich option' on the website

signal: Donair Affair kebab chain, quick meals; ~$11-16


value: 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, BC V8L 3G3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 26m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Public library a few blocks from Sidney's waterfront.

community: Sidney

value: The VIRL Sidney/North Saanich Branch is a public library situated a few blocks from Sidney's downtown waterfront, part of the Vancouver Island Regional Library system. The branch underwent a significant renovation in 2019, resulting in a completely reimagined interior and new building systems. It offers public meeting spaces and serves as a community hub for the Sidney and North Saanich area.

value: Sidney / North Saanich Library Branch

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1; renovated 2019.


value: 40365 Tantalus Rd, Squamish, BC V0N 1T0

community: Squamish

value: Lil Chef Bistro is a European-inspired scratch kitchen in Squamish, serving house-cured meats, handmade schnitzel, fresh-rolled spätzle, and brunch dishes that have earned a loyal local following. Positioned along the Sea to Sky corridor between Vancouver and Whistler, it draws both travellers and regulars seeking old-world comfort food made entirely in-house. The adjacent deli offers house-roasted meats, housemade rosemary focaccia, and freshly made sandwiches — a practical stop for cyclists looking to refuel or stock up.

value: Lil Chef Bistro

detail: Deli makes fresh sandwiches daily on housemade rosemary focaccia with house-roasted meats and spreads — packaged food suitable for cyclists to take on the road

detail: FAQ states: 'Yes - we have a lovely selection of vegetarian dishes and a range of gluten-friendly options. We're not a fully gluten-free kitchen, but we take dietary needs seriously.'

signal: European scratch kitchen, schnitzel/spatzle; ~$18-28pp


value: 1632 Sunshine Coast Hwy, RR 2, Gibsons, British Columbia V0N 1V2

community: Area E (Elphinstone)

value: Sea Monkey Coffee Co. is a plant-based, coastal coffee shop on the Sunshine Coast Highway run by owner Dani, who hand-crafts ingredients and sources ethically grown coffee beans alongside local producers like Grounded Acres and The Good Loaf. The shop has partnered with nearby Sunday Cider, allowing visitors to enjoy vegan brunch in a scenic acreage setting with live music on Friday evenings. It is a takeout-only operation with outdoor seating and an online ordering system via Square.

value: Sea Monkey Coffee

detail: Website describes the shop as 'your Coastal, plant-based coffee shop' and explicitly states 'vegan options'


value: 1150 Douglas Street, Victoria, V8W 3M9

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Umi Sushi Express is a Canadian quick-service Japanese food franchise operating over 30 locations nationwide, with this outpost on downtown Victoria's main commercial corridor. The concept focuses on fresh, healthy sushi and Japanese cuisine made quickly for customers on the go. It is one of three banners in the Umi family, which also includes Umi Teriyaki & Sushi.

value: Umi Sushi Express

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1780 East Broadway, Vancouver, V5N 1W3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 46m; rack at 98m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Safeway


value: 2980 Island Highway North

community: Nanaimo

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: Golden

community: Golden

value: The Bargain! Shop is a Canadian discount general merchandise chain with over 140 small-town locations, operating under Red Apple Stores ULC. The Golden store offers a broad mix of food staples, snacks, clothing, home goods, and candy at low prices — making it a useful resupply stop for cyclists passing through a town with limited retail options. It is part of a well-established chain that deliberately targets small Canadian communities.

value: The Bargain! Shop


value: 4127 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; rack (5 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; rack (5 spaces) at 70m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 48 spaces.

value: Hawker's Delight is an Asian fast-food counter on Vancouver's busy Main Street corridor, drawing its name from the hawker-stall street food tradition of Southeast Asia. It operates as a walk-in, counter-service spot with no drive-through, making it a quick stop for cyclists passing through the Main Street–Mount Pleasant area. A Facebook presence (@hawkersdelightdeli) suggests an active, community-facing operation.

google_place_id: ChIJHbnSXfdzhlQRHhZjjqCbHBM

value: Hawker's Delight

wow_evidence: walk-in, counter-service spot


value: 2823 Pandosy Street, Kelowna BC V1Y 1V8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 17m; lockers (secure) at 20m; lockers (secure) at 81m; lockers (secure) at 83m.

community: Kelowna

value: Blenz Coffee is a BC-born specialty coffee chain with a location in the Pandosy Village neighbourhood of Kelowna, a walkable retail district near Okanagan Lake. The café offers handcrafted espresso drinks, whole-leaf teas, protein shakes, and a food menu spanning breakfast items, sandwiches, wraps, and baked goods. As a locally franchised outpost of a long-running BC chain, it represents a familiar rest stop for cyclists moving through the south Kelowna corridor.

value: Blenz Coffee

wow_evidence: BC-born specialty coffee chain


value: 9595 King George Boulevard, Surrey, V3V 5V4

community: Surrey

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 2601 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2L8

community: Courtenay

value: Plates Eatery is a locally owned, automotive-themed diner in Courtenay that has been serving the community since April 2000. It specialises in all-day breakfasts — from classic eggs-and-hash-browns platters to eggs benny, Tex-Mex skillets, and housemade waffles — alongside burgers, homemade soups, schnitzel, and a Thursday/Friday dinner service. A dependable stop on the Vancouver Island cycling corridor offering both dine-in and takeout.

value: Plates Eatery

signal: Most breakfast/lunch mains $13.75–$21; casual diner format

wow_evidence: locally owned... serving the community since April 2000... all-day breakfasts


value: 19898 Langley Bypass, Langley, V3A 4Y1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave (4 spaces) at 14m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Chipotle

signal: chain 'chipotle'


value: W Lake Rd, Prince George, BC V2N 6H5, Canada

community: Beaverley

value: West Lake Park provincial park campground — campground.

value: West Lake Park


value: 5075 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 50m.

community: Burnaby

value: Jang Mo Jib Restaurants is a Korean restaurant (장모집 外母屋) located on Kingsway in Vancouver's busy commercial corridor. The name references a traditional Korean concept evoking home-style cooking. It offers indoor seating in a non-smoking environment.

value: Jang Mo Jib Restaurants

signal: Korean home-style restaurant (Jang Mo Jib); $18-30/person

wow_evidence: Korean restaurant located on Kingsway in Vancouver's busy commercial corridor


value: 3035 4th Avenue, Port Alberni BC V9Y 2B8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 89m.

community: Port Alberni

value: Little Bavaria Restaurant is a Port Alberni institution that has been serving authentic German cuisine since 1966, making it one of Vancouver Island's most enduring dining landmarks. The restaurant is renowned for its schnitzel, cut and breaded in-house to order, and has drawn a loyal following of locals and touring visitors alike across multiple decades and owners. Under current ownership since 2022, the quaint 50-seat dining room continues to earn TripAdvisor acclaim, with reservations recommended due to limited seating.

value: Little Bavaria Restaurant

signal: German, house schnitzel since 1966; ~$18-28pp


value: 5008 Highway-93, Radium Hot Springs, BC V0A 1M0

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: The Crescent Motel is a small, independently owned motel and cabin property situated on Highway 93 just outside the west gate of Kootenay National Park, within walking distance of the Radium Hot Springs Pool and the Radium town centre. It bills itself as the only motel in the Columbia Valley powered by a 10 kW solar system and is notably environmentally oriented, using eco-certified linens, biodegradable cleaning products, and on-site recycling. Renovated rooms and standalone cabins come with individual Wi-Fi modems, fridges, and microwaves, making it a functional base for exploring the Columbia Valley and adjacent park.

value: Crescent Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: walking distance of the Radium Hot Springs Pool... just outside the west gate of Kootenay National Park


community: Richmond

value: Richmond Taxi is an on-demand taxi service based in Richmond, BC, serving local trips, YVR airport runs, and longer road trips to Seattle and Whistler. No bike policy is stated, but wheelchair-accessible vans are in the fleet.

value: Richmond Taxi


value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 9512 93 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1E2

community: Fort St. John

value: Best Of Stone Baked Pizzeria is a full-service pizza restaurant in Fort St. John offering an unusually broad menu — stone-baked pizzas in multiple sizes, donairs, burgers, wings, pasta, and ice cream. The online ordering system and wide variety make it a practical stop for cyclists riding the Alaska Highway corridor who want a hearty, customizable meal. The eclectic mix of cuisines reflects the diverse tastes of a northern BC highway town.

value: Best Of Stone Baked Pizzeria

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'Vegetarian Pizza' (mushrooms, green peppers, red onions, fresh tomatoes) and 'Falafel Donair' as distinct menu items

signal: cuisine=burger


value: Unit 180B, 6386 Number 3 Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 8m; lockers (secure) at 38m; rack at 45m; rack at 60m; rack at 89m.

value: Pokey Okey is a locally founded Hawaiian poke bowl chain that opened its first location in central Richmond in 2018 before expanding to Kingsway and Downtown Vancouver. Each bowl is assembled to order using responsibly sourced fish and locally grown vegetables, with signature offerings like the Green Bowl and the lighter Skinny Bowl. For a cyclist passing through Richmond's No. 3 Road corridor, it offers quick, customizable, protein-rich meals with a pickup ordering option.

value: Pokey Okey

detail: Website lists 'Order for Pickup' for the Richmond (No. 3 Road) location

signal: poke bowl chain, order-to-go; ~$14-17


value: Chevron

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 320-1405 Stevens Rd, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 3Y2

community: West Kelowna

value: Bliss Bakery is a long-established artisan bakery and bistro founded in 2005, known for slow-fermented sourdough breads made with a starter originally cultivated from Okanagan grapes. The West Kelowna location operates as a grab-and-go kitchen serving house-made croissants, hearty sandwiches, soups, and crafted organic coffee. A second lakeside location in Peachland offers views of Okanagan Lake.

value: Bliss Bakery

detail: Website shop page lists 'Vegetarian 10 Products' as a dedicated category

wow_evidence: slow-fermented sourdough breads made with a starter originally cultivated from Okanagan grapes... grab-and-go kitchen


value: 3613 Shelbourne Street

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 83m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Little Thai Place has served authentic Thai cuisine in Victoria since 2003, operated by a Bangkok family with a strong local reputation for fresh ingredients, house-made sauces, and consistent quality. The Shelbourne Plaza location has since been rebranded as Thai Orchid Restaurant under the same ownership, with a refreshed menu while retaining many classic dishes. The broader Little Thai Place brand holds two active locations (Cook Street and Royal Oak) and has been voted Best Thai in the city.

value: Thai Orchid Restaurant

detail: About Us page: 'many dishes available as vegetarian or gluten-free options.' FAQ confirms vegan options available

signal: Main courses $21–26 (Pad Thai, curries, satay), lunch specials $15.

wow_evidence: voted Best Thai in the city... two active locations (Cook Street and Royal Oak)


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (9 spaces) at 15m; rack at 39m; lockers (secure) at 88m; lockers (secure) at 88m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Eurobean Coffee is a cafe in Kelowna serving coffee and beverages. It provides a stopping point for refreshments during cycling travels through the Okanagan region.

value: Eurobean Coffee


value: 4-435 Simcoe Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 42m; rack at 97m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Heron Rock Bistro is a full-service neighbourhood bistro founded in 2005 in Victoria's James Bay district, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week alongside a curated wine list featuring BC and international bottles. The restaurant has built a 20-year reputation as a community gathering place known for consistent quality and a warm atmosphere, with regular live music events adding to its appeal. For a touring cyclist arriving in Victoria, it represents a dependable sit-down meal option close to the Inner Harbour area.

value: Heron Rock Bistro

signal: neighbourhood bistro, wine $50-95; ~$20-32pp


value: 6509 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

community: Vancouver

value: More Foods Mart is a small convenience store on Victoria Drive in East Vancouver, a commercially active corridor popular with neighbourhood cyclists. The shop is tagged in OSM as a convenience store, suggesting a range of everyday grocery and household staples. No website content about the business is currently available, as the listed domain has been taken over by an unrelated third party.

value: More Foods Mart


value: #5- 4071 Shelbourne Street, Victoria, BC V8N 5Y1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: The Thirsty Vintner is a winemaking kit shop that has operated at the same Shelbourne Street location in Victoria for over 25 years, offering customers the choice of making wine on-site with staff guidance or purchasing Winexpert kits to craft at home. The shop carries an extensive range spanning reds, whites, rosés, fruit wines, and oak-barrel aged varieties from wine regions around the world. Staff speak English, Cantonese, Mandarin, French, and Tagalog, making it an unusually welcoming stop for a diverse range of visitors.

value: The Thirsty Vintner

signal: Winemaking kit shop (make-on-site/kits), not a dining venue

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 702 Sixth Ave, New Westminster BC V3M 2B3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands at 7m; stands at 37m; rack (covered) at 69m; stands (6 spaces) at 80m; stands at 88m; wall_loops (9 spaces) at 95m; stands (6 spaces) at 97m. Total: 21 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: A long-running specialty food store (formerly Galloway's, dating back to the 1930s on Robson Street) now located in New Westminster. Stocks a large selection of spices, grains, coffee, ethnic foods, organic items, and gluten-free products not found in conventional grocery stores. Small and cozy with knowledgeable staff and a reputation as a destination shop for customers across the Lower Mainland.

value: Goodway's Specialty Foods

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 3021 Louie Dr #313, Westbank, BC V4T 3E2

community: Westbank

value: Gian's Tandoori Corner is a modern Indian restaurant in Westbank (West Kelowna) carrying on a culinary tradition dating to 1999. Specializing in high-heat clay oven cooking, it serves charred skewers, freshly baked naan, and aromatic curries crafted from time-honored recipes. The restaurant also offers catering for events, food truck bookings, and freshly made Indian sweets daily.

value: Tandoori Corner

detail: Extensive vegetarian menu including Daal Makhni, Daal Tarka, Palak Paneer, Paneer Butter Masala, Kadai Paneer, Shahi Paneer, Malai Kofta, Mixed Vegetables, Aloo Ghobi, and multiple paneer appetizers

signal: Main entrees $14–20; casual sit-down Indian restaurant

wow_evidence: culinary tradition dating to 1999


value: 1742 Hovey Road, Sidney, BC V8M 1S7

community: Central Saanich

value: Sea Dog Farm is a 5-acre certified organic operation in Sidney, BC growing a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, berries, herbs, cut flowers, and free-range eggs. The Centennial Park Farmstand sits at the south end of the property beside a trail in Centennial Park, offering direct farm-to-consumer sales. A live stand cam on the website lets visitors check what is currently stocked before making the trip.

value: Centennial Park Farmstand

detail: Website confirms seasonal fruits, vegetables, berries, herbs, cut flowers, and free-range eggs sold directly from the farm stand

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: certified organic farm stand… beside a trail in Centennial Park


community: Faulder

value: A tiny 2-site recreation site on a small, marshy lake west of Summerland, requiring 16 km of forest service road including a 4WD-recommended final 300 m; no confirmed amenities and marshy shores limit the appeal.

value: Agur Lake Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: tiny 2-site recreation site...requiring 16 km of forest service road including a 4WD-recommended final 300 m; marshy shores limit the appeal


value: 141 Sturdies Bay Rd, Galiano Island, BC V0N 1P0

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 31m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Galiano's community hall, with an outdoor bike repair station in the parking lot.

community: Galiano Island

value: The Galiano Community Hall is the central gathering place of Galiano Island, hosting concerts, dances, weddings, exhibitions, and ongoing community events in a facility with a recently renovated professional kitchen. In 2015, a bicycle repair station and sturdy bike stand were installed in the upper parking lot with support from the Galiano Island Recycling & Reuse Society, alongside a local island info map — making it a purposeful stop for cyclists touring the Southern Gulf Islands. The hall is operated by the long-running Galiano Club, which also stewards local parks and runs community food programs.

value: Galiano Community Hall

wow_evidence: Island hall with a public bicycle repair station and bike stand installed outside — concretely rider-useful.


value: 8821 Scott Road, Delta

community: Delta

value: Happy Singh Street Eats is an Indian street food restaurant in Delta, BC, serving 130+ authentic dishes made fresh to order alongside an extensive menu of shakes, creams, and desserts. Opened in 2020 as the brand's first location on Scott Road, it is operated by Tandoori Flame Restaurants and has since expanded to Brampton, Ontario. Cyclists can order at self-serve kiosks or online, with both dine-in and takeout available.

value: Happy Singh Street Eats

signal: Indian street food, 130+ dishes; ~$14-20pp


value: 724 Sixth Street

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands at 24m; stands (4 spaces) at 24m; stands at 49m; stands at 64m; stands at 80m; stands at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Ho Fung is a Chinese restaurant at 724 Sixth Street offering dine-in and takeout. Based on OSM data last verified in early 2023, it serves Chinese cuisine with no outdoor seating. Touring cyclists would find it a straightforward meal stop, though no cycling-specific amenities have been confirmed.

value: Ho Fung

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


value: 820 Yates Street, Victoria BC, V8W 1L8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (23 spaces, covered) at 42m; stands (4 spaces) at 77m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Zambri's has been serving honest, authentic Italian food in downtown Victoria since 1999, earning a loyal following and critical recognition over more than two decades. Founded by Peter Zambri and now co-led by Executive Chef Julia McInnis, the restaurant occupies the Atrium building and draws on seasonal, local ingredients for its ever-changing feature menus. Private dining rooms accommodating up to 55 guests make it a popular destination for celebrations, and delivery via Uber Eats extends its reach beyond dine-in.

value: Zambri's

signal: authentic Italian since 1999, exec chef, critical recognition; ~$32-50pp


value: 1375 Richards Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2X6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (8 spaces) at 56m; bollard (2 spaces) at 71m; bollard (2 spaces) at 71m; wave (4 spaces) at 72m; bollard (2 spaces) at 73m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 82m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Kaide Sushi Bar is a Japanese restaurant on Richards Street in downtown Vancouver, operating for over 20 years. The kitchen sources fresh local ingredients and prepares all fish in-house, positioning it as a quality sit-down sushi destination. Its central Vancouver location could make it a convenient meal stop for urban cycling routes.

value: Kaide Sushi Bar

signal: Sushi bar with modest web presence; no menu prices or fine-dining markers visible

wow_evidence: Japanese restaurant on Richards Street…operating for over 20 years


value: 1490 Sea to Sky Highway, Pemberton, V0N 2L1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 45m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Pemberton

value: Pemberton Valley Lodge is a Canadian-owned, all-suite hotel on the Sea to Sky Highway about 20 minutes north of Whistler, serving as a quieter and more affordable base for exploring the Sea to Sky corridor. The lodge features a dedicated Bike Program with complimentary bike rentals, a pool and hot tub, on-site dining, EV charging stations, and keyless room entry. It sits at the edge of a four-season outdoor adventure hub encompassing mountain biking, hiking, river rafting, and more.

value: Pemberton Valley Lodge

detail: Two-bedroom suites have a washer and dryer in-suite; laundry detergent available at Guest Services Desk. Not confirmed for studio or one-bedroom suites

detail: On-site Café YPS offers happy hour specials; website also links to a Local Dining Guide

signal: all-suite lodge positioned as affordable Whistler alternative; shoulder $160-200


value: 6065 University Boulevard, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 93m.

value: A multi-location fried chicken fast food restaurant with locations across Vancouver and Toronto. The UBC-area location offers takeaway service and quick meal options for touring cyclists passing through the neighborhood.

value: Down Low Chicken


value: 8671 Number 1 Road

value: Safeway

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 4540 Number 3 Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 58m; rack at 94m.

value: Loon Fong Hotpot is an authentic Hong Kong-style hotpot restaurant in Richmond, BC, part of a small multi-location chain with outposts in Ontario. Diners cook fresh ingredients in flavourful broths tableside, following traditional Hong Kong recipes. It is located in a commercial plaza on busy Number 3 Road, a major cycling corridor in Richmond.

value: Loon Fong Hotpot

signal: HK-style hot pot, table-cooked; ~$25-35pp


value: 8291 Alexandra Road, Unit 125, Richmond, BC

value: Szechuan Delicious Restaurant is a Szechuan Chinese restaurant on Alexandra Road in Richmond, BC. Located in a commercial unit, it provides a dining option for cyclists and other customers in the area.

value: Szechuan Delicious Restaurant

signal: Szechuan Chinese; ~$15-25pp


value: 377 Bernard Avenue

community: Kelowna

value: Momo Sushi Downtown is a sushi restaurant in downtown Kelowna. The business website currently resolves to a GoDaddy parked domain, indicating potential closure or outdated contact information.

value: Momo Sushi Downtown

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


value: 1005 3rd Street, V1N 2A2

blurb: Downtown Castlegar's public library with a Library of Things lending collection.

community: Castlegar

value: The Castlegar & District Public Library is a free public institution in downtown Castlegar serving the city and surrounding Regional Districts H, I, and J in the West Kootenay. It offers an unusually broad range of services for a small-town library, including a 'Library of Things' lending collection, meeting room rentals, and computers with printing. For touring cyclists passing through Castlegar, it provides a welcoming indoor space in the heart of a hub town.

value: Castlegar & District Public Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Genuine public library (KW-PRIVATE is a false positive from meeting-room rentals); Library of Things, broad services.


value: 8439 BC-97, Oliver, BC V0H 1T2

community: Eagle Bluff

value: A private Parkbridge RV resort on a spring-fed lake in Canada's only recognized desert region near Oliver, with a sandy beach, full amenities, and year-round access; primarily targets RVs and cabin guests, with no tent camping explicitly listed — confirm availability before routing here.

value: Gallagher Lake

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Canada's only recognized desert region near Oliver... Shower Facilities... Tent Camping


value: 3651 Moncton Street, Unit 120, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 21m; rack at 39m; stands (5 spaces) at 49m; rack (2 spaces) at 93m; rack at 100m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Ora Sushi is a sit-down sushi restaurant on Moncton Street in Richmond's Steveston neighbourhood, a short ride from the waterfront and popular cycling paths along the Fraser River. It brands itself around fresh sushi and a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Touring cyclists passing through Steveston would find it a convenient option for a Japanese meal near the water.

value: Ora Sushi

signal: sushi, Steveston; ~$15-25pp


value: 101-3500 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8X 1G9

value: Halibut House is a family-owned and operated Cantonese restaurant in Victoria, BC, well regarded locally for its warm, kid-friendly atmosphere in a small but comfortable dining room. The kitchen cooks with no MSG added and is happy to accommodate allergies, dietary restrictions, and gluten-free or wheat-free needs. Both dine-in (reservation recommended) and takeout/pickup are available, making it a practical stop for a touring cyclist looking for a hot meal.

value: Halibut House Chinese Food

detail: Website states 'order meals to take out' and lists a pickup service; about page confirms 'Come dine in with us or order meals to take out. We do not offer delivery services.'

detail: Menu page states 'We are more than happy to accommodate any allergies, dietary restrictions, gluten-free or wheat-free needs and so on.'

signal: family Cantonese; ~$15-24pp


community: Falkland

value: Petro-Canada


community: Bridge Lake

value: A tiny 3-site campground on the south shore of Bridge Lake, offering open shoreline for paddling, swimming, and fishing amid bald eagle nests and beaver colonies; no drinking water (well decommissioned due to arsenic).

value: Bridge Lake Provincial Campground


value: 4305 10th Avenue, V9Y 4X5

community: Port Alberni

value: Papa John's is a national pizza chain offering delivery and takeout at this Port Alberni location on Vancouver Island. Touring cyclists passing through the Alberni Valley will find a familiar option for a quick pizza order or takeout meal. The location is part of the broader chain network serving British Columbia.

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'


value: 1865 3rd Avenue, Rossland, V0G 1Y0

blurb: Rossland's municipal arena for skating, hockey, and curling.

community: Rossland

value: Rossland Arena is a municipal ice facility operated by the City of Rossland, offering ice skating, ice hockey, and curling. It is a seasonal venue serving the local community and is situated in Rossland, a small city in the West Kootenay region of BC known primarily for its mountain terrain.

theme: recreation

value: Rossland Arena

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Seasonal municipal arena; standard rec band.


value: 9610A Cameron Street, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 18m.

community: Burnaby

value: 786 Spice Bazar is a convenience shop on Cameron Street in North Vancouver, specializing in South Asian spices and related goods. The store's name and Facebook presence suggest a specialty focus rather than a broad general grocery offering. For touring cyclists passing through North Vancouver, it may serve as a stop for pantry staples depending on its actual stock.

value: 786 Spice Bazaar


value: 700 Hammarskjold Dr, Burnaby, BC V5B 3Z9, Canada

blurb: Year-round heated outdoor pool with sauna in Kensington Park.

value: A municipally operated heated outdoor pool in Kensington Park, Burnaby, open year-round with a covered and heated deck area for fall and winter swimming. The 6-lane pool includes a diving board, sauna, and change rooms with showers — a welcome stop for touring cyclists looking to cool off or warm up depending on the season.

label: Wading pool season & warm outdoor swim

months: June July August

value: Kensington Park Outdoor Pool

detail: Lockers available in change rooms; not coin-operated — visitors must bring their own lock

detail: Shower houses available, heated for fall and winter

wow_evidence: Year-round heated outdoor pool with sauna — outdoor pool anchor 2.


value: 27235 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove, BC V4W 3P9

community: Langley

value: Aldergrove Indian Bistro is a sit-down Indian restaurant on Fraser Highway serving authentic dishes prepared fresh daily, including biryanis, tandoori grills, and curries made with freshly ground spices and traditional recipes. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery to communities across the Fraser Valley including Langley, Abbotsford, and Surrey. Customer reviews highlight a small but welcoming atmosphere with attentive service, making it a solid meal stop for cyclists riding through Aldergrove.

value: Aldergrove Indian Bistro

signal: Main dishes $15.99–$25.99; casual sit-down bistro


value: 135-3050 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 12m; stands (1 space) at 33m; stands (1 space) at 33m; stands (1 space) at 34m; stands (1 space) at 46m; stands (1 space) at 61m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Sushi Nara is an authentic Japanese restaurant with multiple locations in Abbotsford. A casual dining option where touring cyclists can stop for sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine.

value: Sushi Nara

signal: multi-location Japanese restaurant; $15-30/person


label: fishing season

months: May June July August

community: Logan Lake

value: A semi-treed lakeside rec site southeast of Chataway Lake, reached by roughly 8 km of forest service road off Aberdeen Road near Merritt; popular with anglers and hunters, with a boat launch and nearby hiking trails.

value: Dot Lake Recreation Site


value: 8298 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6P 4Z4

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; rack at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (3 spaces) at 56m; rack at 61m; stands (3 spaces) at 66m; rack (6 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; rack (6 spaces) at 81m; stands (8 spaces) at 84m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 100m. Total: 48 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Red Star Seafood Restaurant is a well-established Cantonese restaurant on Granville Street specializing in traditional and contemporary Chinese cuisine, with hundreds of dim sum dishes prepared by master chefs. The restaurant is set up for large celebrations including wedding banquets and birthday dinners, and operates a second location in Richmond. Both dine-in and takeout service are available.

value: Red Star Seafood Restaurant

signal: Cantonese dim sum/banquet; ~$18-30pp

wow_evidence: operates a second location in Richmond


value: 1688 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces, covered) at 20m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 28m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: No Frills


value: 403 North Road, Unit 204, Coquitlam, BC V3K 3V9

community: Coquitlam

value: U Town Hot Pot Malatang is a hot pot and mala tang restaurant in Coquitlam where diners choose fresh ingredients, have them weighed, and cook them in rich, made-from-scratch broths — from classic spicy mala to tomato dry mix. The menu features unusual finds like frog legs and razor clams alongside premium meats and a broad condiment bar for customizing heat and flavour. The space is described as open, bright, and spacious with attentive service, making it a viable stop for a hungry touring cyclist needing a substantial sit-down meal.

value: U Town Hot Pot Malatang

signal: hot pot & malatang, weigh-and-cook; ~$20-30pp


community: Langford

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: Little Caesars

signal: chain 'little caesar'


value: 5535 Hwy 97, Oliver, BC V0H 1T9

community: Oliver

value: Nature's Basket is a fruit and vegetable store on Highway 97 in Oliver, BC, offering fresh local produce including seasonal items like cherries. It also stocks grab-and-go Indian food, making it a useful stop for touring cyclists seeking both fresh produce and ready-to-eat meals along the Okanagan corridor.

value: Nature's Basket

detail: Facebook intro states 'grab n go Indian food' is available

wow_evidence: Fresh produce and grab n go Indian food


community: St. Ives

value: Walk-in campground on the scenic narrows of Shuswap Lake, offering 28 sites with potable water and washrooms in a sheltered lakeside setting; loaded touring bikes cannot be ridden directly to the sites from the parking area.

value: Cinnemousun Narrows Walk-In Campground


value: 52 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1E7

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (4 spaces) at 65m; stands (12 spaces) at 78m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Takenaka Uni Bar is a Japanese izakaya-style restaurant on Powell Street in Vancouver, helmed by chef Shogo Takenaka, a 15-year veteran of the award-winning Kingyo Izakaya. The Uni Bar spotlights sea urchin (uni) and other premium Japanese ingredients in refined, creative small plates, while the brand's separate Onigiri Cafe on Georgia Street handles grab-and-go rice balls and bento. Delivery via Uber Eats and DoorDash and a roving food truck round out the Takenaka operation.

value: Takenaka Uni Bar

signal: izakaya, premium uni focus, named chef, elevated; ~$40-60pp


blurb: Revelstoke's visitor centre downtown, with trip-planning help and the REVY store.

community: Revelstoke

value: The Revelstoke Visitor Center is a tourism information office serving this celebrated mountain town, where the Selkirk and Monashee ranges converge around the Columbia River. Revelstoke is renowned among cyclists for challenging road routes and world-class mountain biking, making a visitor centre stop a natural fit for trip planning. A REVY Store is housed within the Visitor Centre, per the Tourism Revelstoke website.

value: Revelstoke Visitor Center

signal: visitor centre, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Tourism info office in a major touring hub town; VC anchor band.


community: Richmond

value: Pajo's began in 1985 as the first floating restaurant in Steveston Harbour, founded by Pat Branch whose family ties to the local fishing fleet shaped its identity around wild Pacific seafood cooked in a signature tempura batter. The Steveston Wharf location sits directly on the waterfront in a historic fishing village that is a natural destination on Richmond's popular dyke cycling routes. Pajo's is 100% Vancouver Aquarium Ocean Wise certified and uses house-cut Kennebec potatoes grown locally in Delta, BC.

value: Pajo's Fish and Chips

detail: Menu lists Garden Burger (vegetarian patty), YVES Vegetarian Hot Dog, and 'Gluten Free buns available' as a substitution option for all burgers and hot dogs

wow_evidence: began in 1985 as the first floating restaurant in Steveston Harbour ... natural destination on Richmond's popular dyke cycling routes


value: 1092 Spruston Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1R2

community: Cassidy

value: Mountainaire is a family-oriented 40-acre campground and RV park set in Vancouver Island wilderness between Ladysmith and Nanaimo, offering tenting, full/partial-service RV sites, glamping units, and cabins. It sits about 5 km from the Trans-Canada Highway and roughly 20 minutes from both Nanaimo ferry terminals (Duke Point and Departure Bay), making it a natural start or end point for island touring routes. A short rainforest trail leads to the Nanaimo River's Crystal Bowl swimming hole, and the park hosts a convenience store, arcade, and regular family events.

google_place_id: ChIJHygkhYqviFQRISZpnNEbYps

value: Mountainaire Campground & RV Park

wow_evidence: showers, washrooms, laundry, and an on-site convenience store; short trail to Crystal Bowl swimming hole


value: 3973 Highway 97, Monte Lake, V0E 2N0

price_band: premium

price_label: Premium

community: Monte Lake

value: A 30-site resort campground on Monte Lake in BC's dry interior, priced at the premium tier; amenities are unconfirmed as the website returned no content.

value: Monte Lake Resort


value: 3969 Crawford Avenue, Merritt, British Columbia V1K 1C4

community: Merritt

value: The Best Western Plus Merritt Hotel is an 83-room property billed as Merritt's largest and most contemporary hotel, situated just off the Coquihalla Highway at the gateway to the Nicola Valley. It offers a complimentary full breakfast and modern amenities in a location well-positioned for cyclists travelling the interior BC corridor. The surrounding Nicola Valley provides access to outdoor recreation and the town's services.

value: Best Western Plus

signal: chain 'best western plus'


value: 1288 Water Street, Kelowna

community: Kelowna

value: The Royal Kelowna is a waterfront all-suite luxury resort in downtown Kelowna, situated directly on Okanagan Lake with condo-style suites featuring gourmet kitchens, in-suite laundry, and furnished balconies with lake or lagoon views. Managed by Bellstar Hotels & Resorts, the property's rooftop offers a heated infinity pool, hot tubs, fitness centre, and BBQs. Its lakefront location in downtown Kelowna puts touring cyclists close to the city's waterfront paths and Okanagan amenities.

value: The Royal Kelowna

detail: In-suite laundry (washer & dryer) listed as a standard feature in all units on the /rooms page

detail: Neighbouring Playtime Casino Kelowna has a neighbourhood pub-style restaurant, mentioned on /amenities page

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Explicit 'Waterfront Luxury Suites' and 'luxurious resort' branding with spa services

wow_evidence: Managed by Bellstar Hotels & Resorts


value: 4700 Kingsway, Unit 1155, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 40m; stands at 43m; stands at 74m.

value: Cinnzeo is a Canadian bakery cafe franchise that has been baking fresh cinnamon rolls since 1997, topped with house-made cream cheese frosting. Beyond its signature rolls the menu spans hot and iced espresso drinks, Lavazza coffee, custom lemonades, smoothies, salads, and in-house deli items. This Vancouver location sits inside a multi-tenant commercial building on Kingsway, making it a potential mid-ride sweet stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Cinnzeo

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: Canadian bakery cafe franchise


value: Cowichan Valley, BC V0S 1K0, Canada

blurb: Canada's second-largest Douglas-fir, standing alone in a 2011 clearcut.

community: Port Renfrew

value: Big Lonely Doug is Canada's second-largest Douglas-fir — 69 metres tall with a 12-metre circumference — left standing alone after its surrounding ancient forest in the Gordon River Valley was clearcut in 2011, making it a striking symbol of old-growth loss. Located within Pacheedaht First Nation territory roughly 45 minutes from Port Renfrew, the tree stands adjacent to the unprotected Eden Grove, which features a short boardwalk trail through towering old-growth redcedars and Douglas-firs. For cycling tourists exploring the Port Renfrew big-tree circuit, it offers a sobering and visually arresting detour into a clearcut landscape dominated by a single colossal survivor.

theme: landmark

value: Big Lonely Doug

signal: landmark Douglas-fir, free access

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Canada's second-largest Douglas-fir, subject of a national bestselling book and old-growth symbol — provincial/national story.


blurb: Nature park near the Oyster River in the Comox Valley.

community: Oyster River

value: Bear Creek Regional Nature Park is a nature reserve in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island, managed by the Comox Valley Regional District. It offers a natural green space for outdoor recreation in a region popular with touring cyclists exploring Vancouver Island's trails and coastlines. The park's setting along the Comox Valley makes it a potential rest or exploration stop on cycling routes through the area.

value: Bear Creek Regional Nature Park

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Regional nature reserve; thin record.


value: 4232 Village Stroll

community: Whistler

value: Amsterdam Pub is a pub located on Village Stroll in Whistler. It serves food and beverages to the local and visiting community.

value: Amsterdam Pub

signal: amenity=pub


value: Okanagan-Similkameen, BC V1K 1P3, Canada

community: Eastgate

value: A single hike-in tent site reached by a roughly 2 km unmaintained, poorly-marked trail from a forest service road west of Princeton — suited for anglers packing in belly boats or small kayaks, with no confirmed facilities and GPS strongly recommended.

value: Garrison Lakes Recreation Site

wow_evidence: roughly 2 km unmaintained, poorly-marked trail; no confirmed facilities


value: #101 – 671 Fir Street, Qualicum Beach, BC

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Naked Naturals Whole Foods & Supplements is a nearly 4,000 sq ft independent organic market that has served the Qualicum Beach area since 2011, offering produce, dairy, meat, deli, grocery, and vitamin/supplement departments. The store is committed to certified organic and FairTrade products, sourcing from small local Vancouver Island farms whenever possible. A front patio welcomes visitors for coffee or a baked good in the heart of downtown Qualicum Beach.

value: Naked Wholesale


value: 1030 Fort Street

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 33m; stands (8 spaces) at 45m; stands (8 spaces) at 67m; stands (10 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (4 spaces) at 93m; rack at 94m. Total: 40 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Sally Bun is a bakery on Fort Street in Victoria. It serves as a convenient stop for touring cyclists seeking baked goods. The business appears to be actively operating, though detailed information about amenities and offerings is not currently available.

value: Sally Bun

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 4441 Boundary Road, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 8m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Kimu Japanese Cuisine is a Japanese sushi restaurant located on Boundary Road in Vancouver. It specializes in traditional Japanese cuisine including sushi dishes. The business provides a dining option for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Kimu Japanese Cuisine

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 12 Mossom Creek Drive, Port Moody, BC

blurb: Student-founded community salmon hatchery in a creekside forest.

community: Port Moody

value: Mossom Creek Hatchery and Education Centre is one of the longest-running community hatcheries in British Columbia, established in 1976 by high school volunteers and now managed by the Burrard Inlet Marine Enhancement Society within Mossom Creek Park in Port Moody. The facility sits in a pristine watershed setting with forest and creek views, wildlife cameras, and hands-on salmon enhancement and education programs. In 2023 it received the Gold Accessibility Certification from the Rick Hansen Foundation.

months: September October November

theme: wildlife

value: Mossom Creek Park

wow_evidence: Mossom Creek Hatchery — among BC's longest-running community hatcheries (1976, student-founded), with education centre in a creekside forest.


value: 10 Wharf St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2X3

community: Nanaimo

value: Penny's Palapa is a waterfront Mexican restaurant perched on H Dock at Wharf Street in downtown Nanaimo, offering dishes like fresh ceviche with local halibut and fish tacos made with locally caught snapper and halibut. The kitchen emphasizes freshly sourced, locally grown ingredients and brings a vacation-in-Mexico atmosphere to the BC coast. It's a sit-down destination with a full drinks menu including margaritas, well-suited to cyclists finishing a leg of a coastal route.

value: Penny's Palapa

detail: Menu lists GF labels on multiple items (Ceviche, Tortilla Soup, Nachos, Enchiladas Verde, Enchiladas Rancheras). Vegetarian options include Holy Guacamole Tacos and Poblano Veggie Enchiladas. Vegan noted for enchiladas: 'Omit cheese & sour cream for a vegan option.'

signal: Entrée mains $25–31: tacos, enchiladas


value: 8400 West Road, Unit 105, Richmond, BC

value: Cask Whisky Vault is a whisky-focused bar located in a unit on West Road in Richmond. The name suggests a curated vault-style offering of cask whiskies, likely appealing to enthusiasts seeking a specialist spirits experience. A touring cyclist passing through Richmond's West Road corridor might stop here for a post-ride dram.

value: Cask Whisky Vault

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: whisky-focused bar... vault-style offering of cask whiskies


value: 4872 McKay Street

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Motel Bavaria is a motel in the Kootenays region located on McKay Street. The business maintains contact information for guest inquiries and reservations.

value: Motel Bavaria

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 82 IR 10 Road, Mount Currie, British Columbia, V0N 2K0

blurb: Líl̓wat Nation cultural centre near Mount Currie.

community: Evans

value: The Lil'wat7ul Culture Centre is the cultural hub of the Líl̓wat Nation, the third-largest First Nation in British Columbia, situated in the dramatic mountain and river landscape around Mount Currie near Pemberton. It sits within Líl̓wat territory whose people have inhabited this region for more than 5,400 years, making it a significant stop for cyclists exploring the Sea-to-Sky and Pemberton corridors. The centre serves as a living space for Lil̓wat7úl language, culture, and heritage.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITAC

value: Lil'wat7ul Culture Centre

wow_evidence: Cultural hub of the Líl̓wat Nation at Mount Currie — significant Nation institution; visitor drop-in offer unclear from record.


value: 1437 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Ginger Sushi is a sushi restaurant on Vancouver's lively Commercial Drive, a cycling-friendly corridor popular with locals and visitors alike. The restaurant offers dine-in and online ordering for takeout, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through East Vancouver.

value: Ginger Sushi

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


value: Yoho National Park, Field, BC V0A 1G0, Canada

blurb: 373-metre waterfall off the Daly Glacier; the Yoho Valley Road climb is a classic ride.

community: Cathedral

value: Takakkaw Falls is one of Canada's tallest waterfalls at 373 metres, plunging from the Daly Glacier high above the Yoho Valley in Yoho National Park. The Yoho Valley Road leading to the falls is a celebrated cycling destination in the Canadian Rockies, featuring a series of tight switchbacks and dramatic mountain scenery. The falls sit within a national park that also protects the world-renowned Burgess Shale fossil beds and a network of alpine trails.

label: Peak glacial snowmelt flow

months: June July

value: Takakkaw Falls

signal: Parks Canada: 'Free admission' to Yoho National Park where Takakkaw Falls is located

wow_evidence: One of Canada's tallest waterfalls (373 m), internationally known; the Yoho Valley Road switchbacks are themselves a celebrated cycling climb — riders plan tours around this (Helmcken-parallel anchor).


community: Surrey

value: Porto Fino Express is a restaurant in Tsawwassen. Website access was unsuccessful during verification, limiting ability to confirm specific details and amenities of interest to cyclists.

value: Porto Fino Express

signal: express restaurant; ~$13-20pp


value: Cowichan Valley, BC V0S 1K0, Canada

label: Marbled Murrelet nesting season

washroom_type: pit

community: Clo-oose

value: A remote wilderness campground in Vancouver Island's unprotected Central Walbran Valley, tucked amid ancient old-growth forest on Pacheedaht Nation territory; volunteer-maintained with outhouses, trails, and a visitor centre since 2012, but no cell service and rough forest-service road access.

value: Central Walbran Valley


value: Unit 1-1620 Peninsula Rd, Davison Plaza, Ucluelet BC V0R 3A0

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 65m.

community: Ucluelet

value: The Barkley Cafe is a family-run cafe in Davison Plaza on Peninsula Road in the heart of Ucluelet, on the west coast of Vancouver Island. It serves fresh-to-order breakfast and lunch — including sandwiches, house-baked goods, and specialty coffees from Victoria-based Caffe Fantastico — with a notable commitment to sustainability including composting coffee grounds in an on-site herb garden. A warm, welcoming stop with both dine-in and grab-and-go options suited to cyclists passing through.

value: The Barkley Cafe

detail: Menu labels include 'Vegetarian' on the Veggie Sandwich, 'Vegan' and 'GF' on the Berry fruit square, and explicit gluten-free upgrade options for the Bagel Breakfast Sandwich and Bagel and Cream Cheese

wow_evidence: family-run cafe ... Grab to go or sit down for a visit


value: 7171 Trans-Canada Highway, Savona, V0K 2J0

community: Savona

value: Miller's Crossing is a general merchandise store on the Trans-Canada Highway in Savona, positioned to serve travelers and local residents. Located at a key transportation junction, it functions as a practical resupply point for cycling tourists traveling through BC's Interior plateau region. As a highway-community store, it represents the type of essential supply stop that supports long-distance touring.

value: Miller's Crossing


value: 2600 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, V1X 7Y5

blurb: Indoor golf and multi-sport simulator centre in Kelowna.

community: Kelowna

value: Simplex Sportszone is a large indoor sports simulation centre in Kelowna's Enterprise Way commercial district, offering over 400 virtual golf courses via Trackman 4, a full suite of multi-sport simulators (baseball, hockey, soccer, and more), and six full-motion 5DOF racing cockpits under the RaceZone brand. The facility is licensed, family-friendly, and caters to groups of up to 40 people with deli food and event packages. It could serve as a rainy-day or rest-day diversion for touring cyclists exploring the Kelowna area.

value: Simplex Sportszone

detail: Website states the facility is "licensed, offering deli food, snacks, and catered options."

wow_evidence: Commercial simulator entertainment centre; no independent story.


value: 198 Skaha Place, Penticton, V2A 7L1

community: Penticton

value: A tidy, well-maintained RV resort directly across from Skaha Lake in central Penticton, with flush washrooms, coin showers, and walking distance to beaches, a splash park, and marina; primarily serviced RV sites with no tent-specific option confirmed.

value: Oxbow RV Resort

wow_evidence: exclusively an RV resort with 68 fully serviced hookup sites… no tent camping or hiker/biker sites


value: 5971 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 63m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Macu Tea is a Taiwanese bubble tea chain founded in 2008 in Kaohsiung, known for fresh fruit teas made with real seasonal ingredients. The Kerrisdale branch is one of several Metro Vancouver locations offering a creative menu including fruit pulp teas, cheese teas, and indulgent 'drinking desserts' like Mango Pomelo Sago. Everything is freshly made to order, making it a quick refreshment stop in a quiet residential-commercial strip of West Vancouver.

value: Macu Tea

wow_evidence: Taiwanese bubble tea chain founded in 2008 in Kaohsiung...one of several Metro Vancouver locations