value: 830 Southwest Marine Drive, Vancouver, V6P 5Y8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 29m.

value: McDonald's on Southwest Marine Drive sits in Vancouver's Marpole neighbourhood along a busy arterial corridor that connects cyclists travelling between Richmond and central Vancouver. This location includes a drive-through and offers the full McDonald's Canada menu including McCafé beverages. It is a familiar, predictable pit stop for touring cyclists who need a quick and filling break along this route.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 1399 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6H 1B8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 87m. Total: 6 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Vancouver

value: Wicked Cafe is a coffee-focused cafe on West 7th Avenue in Vancouver, offering both indoor and outdoor seating. The business operates on a cashless-only basis, accepting credit and debit cards. Its location in a residential-commercial neighbourhood on the west side of Vancouver makes it a convenient stop for cyclists riding the nearby routes.

source: enrichment

value: Wicked Cafe

source: osm

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Café / Coffee

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: both indoor and outdoor seating


value: 1121 Eagle Pass Way, Box 190, Sicamous, BC V0E 2V1

blurb: Sicamous' arena and fitness centre.

category: Attractions

community: Sicamous

value: A publicly operated single-sheet NHL regulation-sized ice arena and fitness centre in Sicamous, surrounded by the Shuswap region's mountain scenery. The facility also houses a recently renovated fitness centre with cardio and strength equipment, a concession stand, and a banquet hall used for tournaments and community events.

dwell: half

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: yes

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: recreation

value: Sicamous & District Recreation Centre

detail: Concession listed as a facility feature

ownership: Public

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Community Centre

tier: info

wow_evidence: Arena and fitness centre; standard rec band (KW banquet-hall false positive).


value: Continental Centre (#1128-3779 Sexsmith Rd.), Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 59m; rack at 60m; rack at 70m; rack at 100m.

community: Richmond

value: Established in 1996, Pearl Castle Cafe is a Richmond institution credited with introducing freshly-made Taiwanese pearl tea to the city, later expanding to a full café concept in 1997. It has earned four consecutive Chinese Restaurant Awards for Best Taiwanese Café and offers a broad menu spanning bubble teas, hotpot, noodles, fried rice, and Taiwanese street food. The cafe is situated inside the Continental Centre shopping mall, making it a sheltered stop for cyclists navigating Richmond's commercial corridors.

value: Pearl Castle Cafe

band_key: casual

confidence: medium

label: Casual

signal: Taiwanese cafe with noodle, fried rice, hotpot dishes; no menu prices visible

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: credited with introducing freshly-made Taiwanese pearl tea to the city... four consecutive Chinese Restaurant Awards for Best Taiwanese Café


value: 1516 Fairfield Rd #7, Victoria, BC V8S 1G1

community: Victoria

value: Ross Bay Pub is a cozy neighborhood pub on Fairfield Road in Victoria, tucked close to the Dallas Road waterfront and the Fairfield and Oak Bay neighborhoods. It offers food, drinks, daily specials, and community events, positioning itself as a local gathering spot. The location makes it a convenient stop for cyclists exploring the scenic coastal routes of Victoria's south shore.

value: Ross Bay Pub

signal: amenity=pub

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 8780 Blundell Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (covered) at 86m.

category: Groceries

value: Success Supermarket is a neighbourhood greengrocer in Richmond's Blundell area, offering fresh produce and grocery staples to the local community. Situated in a strip-mall unit, it would serve as a resupply point for cyclists riding Richmond's extensive dyke and connector trails.

value: Success Supermarket

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 200 Trans Canada Highway SW, Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 4H7

community: Salmon Arm

value: Namaste Authentic Indian Cuisine is a full-service Indian restaurant in Salmon Arm situated along the Trans Canada Highway, serving over 50 menu items spanning traditional curries, tandoori preparations from a clay oven, and fusion dishes like Butter Chicken Poutine. With a 100+ person capacity, it offers a substantial sit-down dining experience for cyclists passing through the Okanagan & Thompson corridor. Online ordering is also available for those wanting to eat on the move.

value: Namaste

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian dishes: Malai Kofta (paneer and vegetable dumplings), Veggie Platter, Vegetable Samosas, Aloo Tikki, Vegetable Pakoras, Paneer Fingers, and Spring Roll. No explicit vegan or gluten-free claims found

signal: Mains $16–24 (Malai Kofta, Prawn Biryani, Tandoori Delight)


value: 23433 Mavis Ave, Fort Langley, BC V1M 3R6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 47m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Tradish Ancestor Cafe & Indigenous Food Truck is an Indigenous-owned food business operating in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley region of BC. It combines a cafe concept with a mobile food truck, making it a culturally distinctive stop for touring cyclists seeking locally rooted food experiences. The food truck format suggests flexible locations and takeout-focused service.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Tradish's The Ancestors Cafe

origin: manual

signal: Indigenous cafe + food truck

source: judgement


value: 926 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: The American is a bar on Main Street in central Vancouver. It offers a rest stop for food and drink during cycling tours through the city.

value: The American

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: bar on Main Street in central Vancouver


value: 620 St. Charles Street, Victoria, BC

category: Accommodation

value: Prior Castle Inn is a guest house situated in Victoria, BC, occupying a three-storey building on St. Charles Street. Its castle-inspired name suggests a heritage or character property, which may appeal to cyclists looking for a distinctive stay in the city. No further details could be confirmed as the website is currently unreachable.

value: Prior Castle Inn

subcategory: B&B / Inn


bike_access: easy

character: destination

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Aspen Grove

source: camping

value: A BC Parks frontcountry campground on the shores of Alleyne and Kentucky Lakes in cattle-country grasslands near Merritt, offering good fishing and wildlife watching; note that Alleyne Lake's deep mud makes swimming impractical and children risk getting stuck near the water's edge.

value: Alleyne Lake Campground

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: Water standpipes are available throughout the campground


value: 106-6588 Royal Oak Ave, Burnaby, BC V5H 2E6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 11m; stands (5 spaces) at 21m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Café 106 is a specialty coffee shop tucked into a commercial unit on Royal Oak Avenue in Burnaby, emphasizing quality beans and made-to-order preparation. The café offers both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a relaxed stop for cyclists passing through the Royal Oak corridor. Online ordering is available for those wanting a quick grab-and-go.

value: Café 106


value: 4126 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5C 2J4

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; rack (3 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Triple Coconut Tree is a Vietnamese restaurant in Burnaby specializing in pho, banh mi sandwiches, vermicelli bowls, and broken rice dishes. The restaurant has built a loyal following for consistent quality and generous portions, with reviewers noting weekly repeat visits for family dinners. Online pickup orders are accepted directly through the restaurant's website.

value: Triple Coconut Tree

detail: Website states 'Pickup only 15 min' with an active online ordering system

signal: Main dishes $13–15, pickup-only Vietnamese noodle shop


value: 1745 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4A4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 42m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 49m; stands (3 spaces) at 80m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Cafe Calabria is a long-standing Italian cafe on Vancouver's Commercial Drive, the street once known as 'Little Italy,' built around a custom espresso blend developed by founder Francesco Murdocco over 30 years ago. It has attracted a loyal multi-generational customer base and earned coverage in The Vancouver Sun, The Globe & Mail, Enroute, and numerous other publications. A touring cyclist will find a full espresso bar, Italian paninis, gelato, and warm indoor seating in one of Vancouver's most vibrant and walkable neighbourhoods.

value: Cafe Calabria

detail: Menu lists a dedicated Vegetarian panini: 'Grilled eggplant, red onion, bocconcini, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, tomato'; website notes 'We have a Panini for everyone: from meat-lovers to cheese-lovers to vegetarian.'


value: 3190 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1Z2

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 79m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 80m; anchors (1 space) at 88m; stands (4 spaces) at 98m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Alley 16 is an upscale Japanese BBQ restaurant on Cambie Street in Vancouver where guests grill premium cuts tableside, with the menu centred on A5 wagyu beef — the highest possible rating — alongside uni sashimi, seafood, and handcrafted sides. The concept draws on the vibrant alley-food culture of Shanghai, Beijing, and Taipei, translated into an elegant Vancouver dining room. Reservations are strongly recommended, and the kitchen takes pride in locally sourced, fresh ingredients.

value: Alley 16

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: A5 wagyu beef, uni sashimi, premium Japanese BBQ ingredients


value: Thompson-Nicola, BC V2B 8S9, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

label: trout fishing season

months: April May June July August September

washroom_type: pit

community: Rayleigh

value: A year-round recreation lake 20 km north of Kamloops set in an interpretive forest, with a 2 km accessible loop trail, stocked Rainbow Trout fishing, and winter cross-country skiing; the last 4 km to camp is on a Forest Service Road.

value: Isobel Lake Rec Site

ownership: Provincial rec site


value: 14970 Marine Dr, White Rock, BC V4B 1C4

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

blurb: Museum in a heritage train station on the White Rock waterfront; by donation.

community: White Rock

value: The White Rock Museum & Archives occupies a heritage train station right on the beach at Semiahmoo Bay, placing it squarely on Marine Drive — a scenic waterfront route popular with cyclists. It holds rotating exhibitions on local and First Nations history alongside a substantial archival collection spanning newspapers from 1940–1973. Admission is by donation, and guided walking tours of the beach, pier, and train station are offered by appointment.

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

planning: walk-up

theme: history

value: White Rock Museum & Archives

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Museum in a heritage train station right on the Semiahmoo Bay beach; by donation, walking tours; heritage main-street museum class.


bike_access: hard

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: no

community: Lucerne

value: A small 6-site creek-side camp in BC's Cariboo/Chilcotin interior with no confirmed amenities on record; the hard-rated access makes it effectively off-limits for loaded touring bikes.

value: Rockingham Creek


value: 100 Elm Street, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0

blurb: Valemount's rec centre with summer courts, fitness room, and drop-in showers.

community: Valemount

value: The Canoe Valley Recreation Centre (listed in OSM as Valemount Arena) is a publicly operated multi-use facility in Valemount managed by the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George. During spring and summer the arena floor converts to host pickleball, basketball, ball hockey, and rollerblading, complemented by a fitness room with free weights and cardio equipment. Drop-in showers are available for a fee, making it a practical stop for touring cyclists moving through the Robson Valley.

value: Canoe Valley Recreation Centre

detail: Website fee table explicitly lists 'showers $3 per person drop-in for up to 2 hours use per visit'

wow_evidence: Canoe Valley Recreation Centre: summer dry-floor sports, fitness room, and drop-in showers — concretely rider-useful.


community: Sproat Lake

value: Chims Motel & Guest House is an accommodation property on Vancouver Island near Port Alberni, a gateway to the Island's west coast and a potential stop on routes such as the Pacific Marine Circle Route. The property operates a dedicated email address (sleep@chims.ca) and accepts cash, Visa, and Mastercard, consistent with a small owner-operated establishment. No further detail about the property's layout, facilities, or cyclist services could be retrieved from the available website content.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Chims Motel & Guest House

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 30321 Fraser Highway, Unit 1A, Abbotsford, BC

community: Abbotsford

value: Old Abbey Ales is a small-batch craft brewery and tasting room in Abbotsford, BC, founded in 2013 and brewing since 2015, with a community-first ethos where a suggestion board on the tasting room wall shapes what ends up on tap. The brewery specializes in unconventional styles—from a chai-spiced hazy to an award-winning local raspberry sour—using Fraser Valley ingredients throughout. Cyclists travelling the Fraser Highway corridor can stop in for fresh pours of a rotating lineup that spans lagers, IPAs, and fruit sours.

value: Old Abbey Ales

wow_evidence: award-winning local raspberry sour... using Fraser Valley ingredients throughout


blurb: Elder Cedar (S'ul-hween X'pey) forest reserve on Gabriola Island.

community: Gabriola Island

value: A nature reserve protected by Islands Trust Conservancy, also known by its Hul'qumi'num name S'ul-hween X'pey. Located in the Nanaimo area within the Islands Trust region, it is part of a network of conservation lands preserved over 31 years of partnership between the Conservancy, local organizations, and landowners.

dwell: short

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Elder Cedar Nature Reserve

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: S'ul-hween X'pey — old cedar reserve on Gabriola under Islands Trust Conservancy.


value: 7304 Main Street, Osoyoos, BC

community: Osoyoos

value: Green Gables Beach Resort is a family-run lakeside motel on Osoyoos Lake operating since 1975, known for its private sandy beach considered one of the finest on the lake and a loyal multigenerational guest following. Located in Osoyoos—Canada's only desert region—the resort is steps from shops, restaurants, and the town centre, making it a convenient base for cyclists exploring the Okanagan wine country and surrounding trails. The property has an old-school character appreciated by guests who return for the personalized service from on-site managers.

value: Green Gables Beach Resort

detail: Listed as 'Laundry' in the resort amenities section on both the rooms overview and individual room subpages

detail: Website lists nearby dining partners: Bear Fish, Root Berry, Campo Marina, Sage Pub, Junction 3, Barn Owl Eatery

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: private sandy beach considered one of the finest on the lake; family-run lakeside resort operating since 1975


value: 1864 Argue Street, Port Coquitlam, V3C 5K4

community: Port Coquitlam

value: The Gillnetter Pub is a two-storey neighbourhood pub in Port Coquitlam, situated at the junction of the Mary Hill Bypass and Pitt River Road. It combines a full dine-in and takeout food menu with an attached liquor store carrying domestic and imported wines, specialty beers, and spirits — including VQA wines at below-government-store prices. The pub is adults-only (no minors permitted), making it a local fixture for the surrounding community.

value: Gillnetter Pub

detail: Website states 'GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE-PLEASE ASK YOUR SERVER'; vegetarian/vegan options not mentioned


value: 615 12th St, New Westminster, BC V3M 4J3

community: New Westminster

value: Manila BBQ Supermart is a Filipino grocery store and international money remittance centre that evolved from a restaurant originally serving the Filipino immigrant community in the 1990s. In late 2020 it relocated to a larger space in New Westminster and expanded its product lineup to include daily staples alongside a wide array of Filipino, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, and other Asian specialty goods. A touring cyclist passing through New Westminster would find it a useful resupply stop for basics as well as a distinctively stocked pantry of frozen fish, snacks, and imported goods.

value: Manila BBQ Supermart

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: evolved from a restaurant originally serving the Filipino immigrant community in the 1990s… relocated to a larger space… daily staples alongside a wide array of Filipino, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, and other Asian specialty goods


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 76m.

value: Happy Lamb Hot Pot

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

signal: Happy Lamb hot pot chain; ~$25-35pp


value: 8038 Highway 97, Kelowna, V1X 6A6

community: Kelowna

value: The Jammery is a landmark breakfast and lunch restaurant on Highway 97 North that has operated for over 25 years and earned a feature on the Food Network's 'You Gotta Eat Here!' It occupies seven acres of agricultural land combining a full-service restaurant, gift shop, and an on-site jam production facility visible through a viewing window. The menu spotlights award-winning homemade jams made from local B.C. fruit alongside all-day breakfast classics, making it a well-known stop on this busy cycling corridor between Kelowna and Vernon.

value: The Jammery

detail: Menu page explicitly notes 'MAKE IT VEGETARIAN WITH SUNDRIED TOMATO AND MUSHROOMS!' as a substitution on the Chorizo Toss; no vegan or gluten-free options explicitly mentioned

signal: landmark full-service breakfast/lunch (not cheap sandwich shop); ~$16-24pp


community: Dawson Creek

value: A&W

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'a&w'

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 32111 Marshall Road, V2T 1A3

value: A motel in Chilliwack offering overnight accommodation to traveling cyclists and other guests. Provides complimentary Wi-Fi to guests.

value: Alpine Inn


value: 612 7 St, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

blurb: Village museum in Ashcroft's 1916 post office; ranching, Chinese, and Indigenous history.

community: Ashcroft

value: Housed in the historic 1916 brick 'Dominion' building — originally Ashcroft's post office — this local history museum is considered one of the best in any BC village. Its collection spans Ashcroft's early 1900s 'Glory Days,' with exhibits honouring Indigenous Peoples, the Chinese community, ranching, fossils, and a popular coal mine reproduction. The museum also maintains extensive genealogical and historical archives available to visiting researchers.

value: Ashcroft Museum

signal: Entry fee to the museum is by donation

wow_evidence: Museum in the 1916 Dominion post office covering Indigenous, Chinese-community, and ranching history — among the best village museums in BC.


value: 4316 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P9

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 36 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Simply Delicious is a Chinese restaurant on Main Street in Vancouver serving a loyal neighbourhood crowd. It offers a daily happy hour and positions itself as a late-night dining destination. The 'SD FAM' sign-off on the website suggests a tight-knit, community-oriented vibe.

value: Simply Delicious

confidence: low

signal: Chinese, happy hour/late-night; ~$14-22pp


value: 12814 - 22 Avenue, Surrey BC

blurb: Small community orchard in Ocean Park Terrace park.

community: Surrey

value: Ocean Park Community Orchard is a small, resident-initiated orchard established in 2016 on the northern lot of Ocean Park Terrace park in South Surrey. The surrounding green space features large open fields suitable for a rest or picnic stop. The site is publicly accessible and managed by the City of Surrey.

dwell: quick

label: Orchard harvest season

months: July August September

value: Ocean Park Community Orchard

signal: Municipal park with dawn-to-dusk access, no admission fee mentioned

wow_evidence: Small resident-run orchard in a park — pleasant ordinary.


value: Metro Vancouver A, BC V0N 2E0, Canada

label: wildflower bloom

months: July August

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Brunswick Beach

value: A hike-in backcountry camp in a subalpine meadow within Cypress Provincial Park above North Vancouver, with views toward Howe Sound and the Salish Sea; the approach is foot-only through rugged mountain terrain, campfires are permanently banned, and backcountry experience is required.

value: Magnesia Meadows Camp

wow_evidence: hike-in backcountry camp in a subalpine meadow within Cypress Provincial Park... approach is foot-only through rugged mountain terrain


value: 8555 Sea Island Way, Richmond

community: Richmond

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


blurb: Nelson's recreation complex: pool with hot tub, sauna and steam room, fitness centre, arena.

community: Nelson

value: The Nelson & District Community Complex is a publicly operated recreation facility managed by the Regional District of Central Kootenay, serving Nelson and surrounding communities. OSM identifies it as a sports centre with an ice hockey focus, suggesting it includes arena ice surfaces alongside other community recreation amenities. Touring cyclists passing through Nelson would find it listed among the RDCK's network of regional community complexes.

value: Nelson & District Community Complex

region: Kootenay Rockies

wow_evidence: RDCK's main Nelson rec complex; parent of the aquatic centre (pool, hot tub, sauna, steam) and fitness centre records.


value: 45881 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack, BC V2P 2C8

community: Chilliwack

value: Penguin Ice Cream is a lively dessert and quick-service food shop on Wellington Avenue in Chilliwack, serving premium slow-churned ice cream and Italian-style gelato in an extensive lineup of flavours. Beyond frozen treats, the menu spans hand-spun shakes, smoothies, burgers, poutine, and Indian-inspired sides like samosa, spring rolls, and gulab jamun with ice cream. It makes for a satisfying and eclectic mid-ride stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley.

value: Penguin Ice Cream

detail: Website explicitly lists 'Chocolate Dairy Free' gelato and 'Mango Sorbet' as menu items; samosa and spring roll sides are also listed

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: East Kootenay E, BC V1A 3K5, Canada

community: Meachen

value: A striking subalpine cirque lake framed by the sheer 2665 m wall of Mount McKay and a remnant glacier — scenically exceptional, but the final 4 km to the parking area is a rough 4WD/high-clearance track, leaving a 100 m walk to the two campsites. No drinking water mentioned; free, tables, and fire rings provided.

value: White Boar Lake Recreation Site


value: 963 Gibsons Way, Gibsons, British Columbia V0N 1V8

community: Gibsons

value: The Gibsons Garden Hotel is the largest hotel in Gibsons, situated in the heart of Upper Gibsons on BC's Sunshine Coast roughly seven minutes from the Langdale Ferry Terminal. Its 54 rooms range from standard queens to kitchenette suites with cooktops, making it practical for multi-night or extended stays. An indoor heated pool, outdoor hot tub, dry sauna, and fitness centre round out a solid suite of recovery amenities for tired cyclists.

value: Gibsons Garden Hotel

detail: Complimentary Grab & Go items (coffee, muffins, fruits, juices, tea) available daily 7–10am

detail: Self-serve laundry mentioned on front page; 'onsite guest laundry facilities' confirmed on extended-stay page

detail: Hotel website states property is 'within walking distance of the town's charming restaurants.'

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: 54-room standard hotel, Upper Gibsons; pool/sauna but no premium positioning; $140-190


value: 1668 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6G 1C7

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 91m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Sushi Bar Maumi is a family-run, 17-seat counter restaurant on Robson Street specializing in traditional Edo-style omakase nigiri sushi — the first in Vancouver to offer this counter-based format focused solely on nigiri. Chef Maumi Ozaki brings over 33 years of experience, preparing each piece individually and serving it directly over the counter with fish imported daily from Japan. The restaurant has received Michelin recognition and emphasizes a quiet, respectful atmosphere centred on the flavours of authentic Japanese technique.

value: Sushi Bar Maumi

detail: Website contact page states: 'Takeout is not available now.'

label: Fine dining

signal: Omakase $135+tax per person; named chef, Michelin-recognized

wow_evidence: received Michelin recognition... first in Vancouver to offer this counter-based format focused solely on nigiri


value: 2810 33rd Street, Vernon, BC, V1T 5S5

community: Vernon

value: Rosalinda's is a family diner in downtown Vernon serving all-day breakfast and lunch with a Filipino-Canadian twist — think Pancit Noodles and Mano Dino Burger alongside classic Eggs Benny and French Toast. Home-baked bread, buns, desserts, and pastries are made in-house. It's a welcoming neighbourhood spot steps from Polson Park and within reach of Kalamalka and Ellison Provincial Park trails.

value: Rosalinda's All Day Breakfast

signal: Explicitly a family diner with breakfast/lunch items; sit-down diner format


value: 1001 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam, V3K 3N9

community: Coquitlam

value: Yoko Sushi is a neighborhood sushi restaurant on Austin Avenue in Coquitlam, serving freshly made-to-order Japanese food. The restaurant offers both dine-in and online ordering for takeout, making it a convenient stop for cyclists looking for a quick, fresh meal. It sits in a residential-commercial strip in central Coquitlam.

value: Yoko Sushi

signal: made-to-order sushi; ~$15-25pp


value: 1800 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, V2B 3L9

community: Kamloops

value: Mary Brown's is a 100% Canadian-owned fast food chain specializing in fresh, hand-cut and hand-breaded chicken and scratch-made Taters from whole Canadian-grown potatoes. This Kamloops location sits on Tranquille Road in a commercial building with drive-through service, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the North Shore area.

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'


value: 2015 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (3 spaces) at 25m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 82m; wall_loops (9 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 91m; rack (5 spaces) at 92m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 99m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 46 spaces.

value: Mi Casa Mexicana is a family-owned Mexican restaurant that opened in December 2019 on Burrard Street in Vancouver, rooted in a culinary tradition dating back to their grandmother's cooking in 1970s Mexico. The menu focuses on handmade pozole, birria, tacos, and tamales built from family recipes and daily-fresh ingredients. Touring cyclists will find a warm sit-down spot with takeout available and gluten-free options on the menu.

value: Mi Casa Mexicana

detail: Website tagline states 'Gluten-free options'

signal: Traditional Mexican sit-down, family recipes, homemade; tacos/pozole/birria

wow_evidence: family-owned... rooted in a culinary tradition dating back to their grandmother's cooking in 1970s Mexico


value: 1327 Beach Drive, Victoria, British Columbia V8S 2N4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 29m; rack at 31m; rack at 56m; rack at 59m; rack at 63m.

community: Oak Bay

value: Marina Dockside Eatery is a fully licensed oceanfront cafe at Oak Bay Marina in Victoria, serving a west coast menu of house-made sandwiches, paninis, soups, salads, and gelato alongside locally roasted Caffé Fantastico coffee and Silk Road teas. The eatery sits on a scenic marina-facing deck and explicitly notes that cyclists stop to take in the views alongside locals and boaters. A long-standing community anchor, it sources ingredients from local farms and fishers and holds 100% Ocean Wise certification across all its Vancouver Island locations.

value: Marina Dockside Eatery

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: cyclists stop to take in the views ... 100% Ocean Wise certification across all its Vancouver Island locations


price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Copper Creek

value: One of five campgrounds in Whiteswan Lake Park, reached by 25 km of gravel forest service road shared with mine ore and oversized logging trucks; rewards riders with mountain lakes, wildlife, trophy rainbow trout, and Lussier Hot Springs near the park entrance.

value: Packrat Point Campground


value: 435 Columbia Street, New Westminster

community: New Westminster

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 451 West Broadway, Vancouver, V5Y 1R4

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; rack at 74m; stands (6 spaces) at 76m; stands (6 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (4 spaces) at 86m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 95m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Marulilu Cafe is a Japanese classic-style cafe on West Broadway in Vancouver, one minute's walk from Broadway-City Hall Station. It serves traditional Japanese comfort food popular in Japan — including Omu-Rice, Curry-Rice, Onigiri, and Donburi — alongside coffee and tea. Online ordering for counter pickup is available, making it a convenient stop on a busy cycling corridor.

value: Marulilu Cafe

signal: Japanese comfort cafe, donburi/curry-rice; ~$14-22pp


value: 485 East Columbia Street, Unit 130, North Vancouver, BC

value: Panago is a Canadian pizza chain that prides itself on dough made fresh in-house from 100% Canadian wheat, organic tomato sauce, and ingredients free of artificial colours and flavours. The North Vancouver location operates out of a unit in a commercial complex and offers online ordering and phone ordering for pickup. The menu includes a notable range of plant-based, dairy-free, and meat-free options alongside conventional pizzas, salads, and sides.

value: Panago

detail: Website states: 'We've got abundant veggie, dairy-free and meat-free choices to help you live your best plant life.' Gluten-free not explicitly mentioned

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: chain 'panago'

wow_evidence: national pizza chain franchise


community: Colwood

value: Cascadia Liquor

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 104 Haylmore Ave, Gold Bridge BC V0K1P0

blurb: Restored property of Bridge River Valley's first gold recorder; info booth and local artisan goods.

community: Gold Bridge

value: The Haylmore Heritage Site commemorates Will Haylmore, the original gold claim mine recorder in the Bridge River Valley, on the property where he lived and operated near Gold Bridge. The Bridge River Valley Community Association has restored one of the buildings and a stage on the grounds, and the site now serves as both a tourism information booth and a place to purchase locally produced artisan goods. A community-owned 4 kW solar array was installed at the site in 2015 as part of a regional renewable energy initiative.

value: Haylmore Heritage Site

signal: donation-based heritage site + info centre

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: Restored property of the valley's original gold claim recorder; doubles as info booth and artisan shop — a real if modest heritage stop for Gold Bridge.


value: 2427 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7V 1L3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 39m; rack at 43m; stands at 76m.

community: West Vancouver

value: The Red Lion Bar & Grill is a British-style pub and restaurant that bills itself as 'the heart of Dundarave,' a walkable village on West Vancouver's Marine Drive cycling corridor. The menu combines classic British pub fare — fish and chips, Sunday roasts, house-made clam chowder — with Pacific Northwest ingredients like wild salmon, alongside an extensive lineup of BC craft beers on tap. A sunny outdoor terrace faces Marine Drive, making it a naturally visible and sociable stop for cyclists passing through the North Shore.

value: The Red Lion Bar & Grill

detail: Menu lists 'Dundarave Veggie Cheese Burger' (grilled portabella mushroom & jack cheese with standard burger toppings) and multiple salads with plant-based options; vegan and gluten-free not explicitly confirmed

signal: British pub, sandwiches $19.95-20/apps $22-26; ~$20-30pp

wow_evidence: sunny outdoor terrace faces Marine Drive... Marine Drive cycling corridor


value: 47555 Trans-Canada Highway, Boston Bar

community: Boston Bar

value: Old Towne Inne is a Western-themed motel and restaurant in Boston Bar, set at the heart of the Fraser Canyon on the Trans-Canada Highway. The property offers four self-contained cabins with kitchen facilities and private bathrooms, plus three additional rooms above the restaurant, making it one of the only lodging options in this small canyon town. The attached Chuckwagon Bar & Grill is a well-reviewed local institution famed for its burgers, homemade soup, and over-21 burger varieties.

value: Old Towne Inne Chuckwagon Bar & Grill

detail: On-site Chuckwagon Bar & Grill serves lunch, dinner, and drinks; described as the only restaurant in Boston Bar

signal: bare motel, no chain


category: Transport

source: manual

value: Metlakatla Ferry Service, run by the Metlakatla Development Corporation, is a scheduled community ferry linking Prince Rupert's Cow Bay to Metlakatla, about a 15-minute crossing, with several departures Monday to Friday. Adult fare is $7, child/senior $4. The operator has not published a bicycle policy — call ahead to confirm space and any fee before travelling with a bike.

value: Metlakatla Ferry Service

origin: transport

subcategory: Ferry


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 39m; rack at 60m; rack at 67m.

community: Burnaby

value: Subway


value: 101-845 Anders Road, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 1J9

community: West Kelowna

value: It's a Bakery is an artisan bread and pastry shop operating as a sister brand to Okanagan Grocery, with this Anders Road site serving as one of three locations across Kelowna and West Kelowna. New ownership took over in May 2025, transforming the space into a cozy coffee house where guests can enjoy freshly brewed coffee alongside pastries, cake, and artisan loaves. Pre-ordering is available through the website, making it a convenient planned stop on a ride.

value: It's a Bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 8653 120 St, Delta, BC V4C 6R4

community: Delta

value: Pinch of Spice is a South Indian fine dining restaurant in North Delta serving authentic Indian cuisine prepared by professional chefs, with an extensive menu spanning curries, tandoori breads, biryani, seafood, and Indo-Chinese fusion dishes. The restaurant describes a pleasing dining environment drawing customers from across the Lower Mainland, and offers catering and private event bookings.

value: Pinch of Spice

detail: Menu has dedicated 'VEG APPETIZER' and 'VEG DISHES' sections with 20+ options including Dal Makhni, Palak Paneer, Chana Masala, Malai Kofta, and others. No explicit vegan or gluten-free labeling found

signal: Mains $13-14, all under $15 threshold


value: 34618 DeLair Road, Chilliwack, BC V2S 2C9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 53m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: A 24/7 McDonald's fast food location in Chilliwack on DeLair Road, offering burgers, chicken, McCafé beverages, and a full drive-through. As a round-the-clock restaurant, it can serve touring cyclists at any hour needing a hot meal, snack, or caffeine fix. The location is part of the Canadian McDonald's chain with takeout and drive-through service confirmed.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 5599 Cooney Rd., Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: bollard at 6m; bollard at 11m; bollard at 13m; bollard at 18m; bollard at 21m; bollard at 31m; bollard at 32m; bollard at 43m.

community: Richmond

value: Quds Halal Noodle House is a halal-certified Chinese noodle restaurant in Richmond specializing in Lanzhou-style hand-pulled beef noodle soup, a regional Chinese staple rarely found in the Lower Mainland. The menu also includes cold dishes, BBQ dishes, and dinner specials, offering a substantial meal for hungry cyclists. Online ordering with pickup is available through the restaurant's own app-based platform.

value: Quds Halal Noodle House

signal: Noodle house; main dishes $14.99–19.99


community: Dawson Creek

value: Save-On-Foods


label: fall hunting season

months: September October November

community: Remote & backcountry, Cariboo Regional District

value: Small free Forest Service rec site on Meadow Lake reached via Pelican FSR and the '56' Road; draws anglers after wild rainbow trout and hunters in fall, but the tight FSR approach, swampy shoreline, and minimal amenities make it a niche stop rather than a touring highlight.

value: Meadow Lake Recreation Site


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 39m; stands (5 spaces) at 67m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Your Independent Grocer is a Canadian full-service supermarket chain operated by Loblaw Companies Limited, offering a broad range of grocery, fresh produce, household, and personal care products. This Vancouver location would serve touring cyclists as a resupply point for food and provisions. The chain's PC Express service also supports online ordering for pickup.

value: Your Independent Grocer

wow_evidence: operated by Loblaw Companies Limited


community: North Vancouver

value: Subway


value: 88 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6N9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; rack at 89m; stands (4 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Carnitas Don Jose is a Mexican food-court stall in downtown Vancouver run by Don José Velázquez, an 8-time Mexican charrería national champion turned chef who brings traditional Carnitas Estilo Michoacán from Zamora, Michoacán to the city. The menu centres on slow-cooked carnitas served with corn tortillas, salsas, and fresh accompaniments, made with locally sourced ingredients. With over 1,500 Uber Eats reviews at 4.7 stars, it has earned a devoted following as a quick, affordable stop for authentic Mexican street food in the heart of Vancouver.

value: Carnitas Don Jose

wow_evidence: 8-time Mexican charrería national champion turned chef... traditional Carnitas Estilo Michoacán from Zamora, Michoacán


value: 898 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (20 spaces) at 60m; stands (8 spaces) at 73m; rack (12 spaces) at 86m. Total: 40 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Pizza Garden is a BC-based Neapolitan pizza chain operated by Neapolitan Pizza Ltd., with over 25 years in the industry and locations across British Columbia. The Victoria outpost sits on Government Street in the heart of downtown, serving wood-fired pizzas with charred crusts, sun-ripened tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella. Cyclists rolling through Victoria's core will find a central, accessible spot for a sit-down meal or a quick pickup order.

value: Pizza Garden

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: BC-based Neapolitan pizza chain... over 25 years in the industry and locations across British Columbia


value: 12975 Squamish Valley Rd, Squamish, BC, V0N 1T0

community: Swift

value: Family-owned private campground on the Squamish River with an expansive sandy beach and glacier views; no drinking water or showers on site, and the 14 km approach up Squamish Valley Road is a long haul for a loaded bike.

value: Squamish Valley Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 41m; stands (3 spaces) at 77m; stands (10 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is a landmark luxury property in the heart of downtown Vancouver, a grand chateau-style building that has anchored West Georgia Street since 1939. Part of the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts portfolio, it offers upscale accommodations alongside on-site dining, a spa, and fitness facilities. Its central location places touring cyclists within walking distance of the city core, the seawall, and major transit connections.

value: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: chain 'fairmont'


value: 13750 88 Avenue, Surrey, V3W 3L1

blurb: Surrey's arts hub: gallery, theatres, and classes.

community: Surrey

value: Surrey Arts Centre is a City of Surrey arts hub that brings together the Surrey Art Gallery, Surrey Civic Theatres' Main Stage and Studio Theatre, and the SPARK Stages weekend programming for kids and families. Visitors can explore contemporary and permanent art exhibitions, attend live performances by actors, dancers, and musicians, or take art classes. Many gallery events and tours are free, making it a low-barrier cultural stop for cyclists passing through the area.

theme: art-culture

value: Surrey Arts Centre

signal: osm fee=no

wow_evidence: City arts hub with gallery, theatres, and family programming — parent complex (gallery keeps its own listing).


value: 1533 Maple Street

value: Maple Beach Bed and Breakfast is a guest house located in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood on Maple Street, a short distance from the waterfront. As a bed and breakfast, it offers a more personal hosting experience than a hotel. Its location near the Seaside Greenway and Point Grey cycling routes makes it a convenient base for touring cyclists exploring the city.

value: Maple Beach Bed and Breakfast

label: Rock-bottom

signal: name~'bed and breakfast'


value: 10812 Alaska Road North, Fort Saint John, V1J 5T5

community: Fort St. John

value: A Chevron-branded fuel station and convenience store on Alaska Road North in Fort Saint John, sitting along the route to the Alaska Highway. For touring cyclists heading north or resupplying in the Peace River region, it is one of the larger-format fuel stops in the area, tagged in OSM as accommodating large vehicles and offering diesel alongside regular grades.

value: Fas Gas Plus Chevron Fort St John


value: 2610 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, V6K 1P8

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 5m; rack (4 spaces) at 37m; rack (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; rack (4 spaces) at 75m; rack (4 spaces) at 76m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: A neighborhood cafe on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver's Kitsilano area, serving as a local gathering spot. Details about amenities and services are unavailable due to website access issues.

value: Cafe Lokal

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: neighborhood cafe on West 4th Avenue


value: Box 24, Boston Bar, BC V0K 1C0

community: Keefers

value: Rivers Edge Cabins offers two private riverfront cabins on the Nahatlatch River near Boston Bar, BC, situated 1 km from Nahatlatch Provincial Park with access to hiking, fishing, rafting, and wildlife viewing. The property reopened after a wildfire and now also offers one RV/camping spot, with eco-friendly shared washroom facilities including flush toilets, on-demand hot water, and solar-powered lighting. It is a deliberately quiet, off-the-grid-style retreat well-positioned for cyclists exploring the Fraser Canyon corridor.

value: Rivers Edge Cabins

signal: two rustic riverfront cabins near Boston Bar; private cabins rarely under $80 even when basic; ~$120-150

subcategory: Resort


value: 4056 Lakeview Rd, Big Lake Ranch, BC, V0L 1G0

blurb: Small community library at Big Lake Ranch in the Cariboo.

community: Big Lake Ranch

value: The Big Lake Branch is a small community library serving the rural Big Lake Ranch area in BC's Cariboo region, operating as one of 15 branches of the Cariboo Regional District Library. It provides access to books, eBooks, audiobooks, online databases, and community programming for residents and visitors in this remote interior location. For touring cyclists passing through this sparsely populated stretch of the Cariboo, it represents a rare publicly accessible facility with a named community librarian on site.

value: Big Lake Library Branch

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Small rural library branch; ordinary intrinsic delight.


value: 763 Hornby Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (5 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: JJ Bean


value: 5025 Valley Drive, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0

community: Sun Peaks

value: Echo Landing is the newest ski-in, ski-out property at Sun Peaks Resort, positioned between the 15th fairway of BC's highest-elevation golf course and the Orient chairlift. The development offers contemporary 2- to 4-bedroom townhomes and condos with full kitchens, and select units include private hot tubs. It sits in the quieter east village, just a short walk from the main village and directly adjacent to Sun Peaks' extensive mountain-bike trail network.

value: Echo Landing 23-28

signal: Echo Landing sibling block (2-4BR townhomes/condos); per-unit $250-400


value: 2127 Columbia Avenue, Rossland, V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: Mountain Shadow Hostel is a well-established hostel in downtown Rossland, BC, operating for over two decades and serving travellers drawn to Red Mountain Resort and the surrounding mountain terrain. It offers both private rooms and co-op dorm options, with a full kitchen, laundry, and a snowboard/ski maintenance area catering to outdoor adventurers. Its central location puts guests within walking distance of grocery stores and local amenities.

value: Mountain Shadow Hostel

detail: Guest review on site: 'The hostel has everything you need including WiFi, laundry, full kitchen, and snowboard/ski maintenance area.'

detail: Guest review on site: '1min walking distance to liquor and grocery stores.'

signal: tourism=hostel

subcategory: Hostel

wow_evidence: operating for over two decades ... full kitchen, laundry


value: 665 Smithe Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (5 spaces) at 46m; bollard (2 spaces) at 47m; bollard (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (3 spaces) at 65m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 85m; stands (5 spaces) at 87m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 53 spaces.

value: A convenience store located on Smithe Street in downtown Vancouver offering essentials to passing cyclists. The 'Food Market' name indicates availability of food and beverage items.

value: Smoke & Food Market


value: 191 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2P6

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 39m; stands (8 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (4 spaces) at 56m; stands (8 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (5 spaces) at 98m. Total: 37 spaces.

value: Cafe Dilli is a Canadian-Indian fusion café planted in the heart of Yaletown, serving chai, rice bowls, samosas, gelato, and grilled sandwiches alongside familiar Canadian staples. The space is designed for both quick grabs and relaxed breaks, making it a practical mid-ride refuelling stop in one of Vancouver's most bike-accessible neighbourhoods. Vegetarian and vegan options are part of the regular menu.

value: Cafe Dilli

detail: About Us page states 'vegetarian/vegan options, everything here is made fresh'; specific items include samosas, soya chaap sandwich, guac & chips, and grilled paneer pesto sandwich

signal: amenity=cafe


label: Brant goose migration & herring spawn

months: February March April

community: Parksville

value: A premier Vancouver Island beach park near Parksville with old-growth forest campsites all within a 5-minute walk of a 2 km sandy beach; warm tidal swimming and easy trails make it a classic family anchor, but summer demand is high and reservations are required.

value: Rathtrevor Beach Campsite

wow_evidence: warm tidal swimming... 2 km sandy beach... premier Vancouver Island beach park


value: 605 Campbell Avenue, V0E 2S0

blurb: Revelstoke's public library, beside the community centre.

community: Revelstoke

value: The Revelstoke Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library is a public library located next to the Community Centre, offering free public Wi-Fi, seven internet computers, and a makerspace with equipment including a Cricut cutting machine and digitization stations. Part of one of Canada's 16th-largest library systems, the branch serves the Revelstoke community with programming, events, and a broad digital and physical collection. For a touring cyclist, it provides a comfortable indoor rest space with seating, accessible facilities, and free parking in the adjacent Community Centre lot.

days_closed: Mo Su

theme: civic

value: Revelstoke Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: ORL branch with makerspace; ordinary library band.


value: 6807 Hwy 97, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z9

community: Summerland

value: 8th Generation Vineyard is a family-owned estate winery in Summerland, BC, carrying 243 years of unbroken winemaking heritage that traces back to 1783 in the Rheinhessen village of Dalsheim, Germany. Founders Bernd and Stefanie Schales arrived in the Okanagan in 2003, bringing their grandfather's winepress and generations of grape-growing expertise to produce 100% BC-fruit wines using minimal-intervention techniques. Visitors are welcomed at the farmhouse wine shop to taste and purchase the boutique lineup of whites, rosés, reds, frizzante, and cider.

value: 8th generation vineyard

detail: Winery wine shop only; no food menu or lunch preparation mentioned anywhere on the website

signal: Family estate winery tasting (dup of 8th Generation)

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 1319 Trans-Canada Highway, Golden, V0A 1H0

community: Golden

value: Shell


value: 3110 Douglas Street, V8Z 3K4

value: Hotel Zed Victoria is a retro-themed, BC-owned boutique hotel on Douglas Street, part of a small three-property chain celebrating a '70s aesthetic and inclusive, quirky hospitality. The Victoria property features a year-round waterslide (the Zedinator), pool, hot tub, and sauna, plus a lobby stocked with board games and vintage curiosities. It bills itself as the antidote to boring travel, making it a memorable and lively base for cyclists exploring Victoria.

value: Hotel Zed Victoria

signal: retro boutique Hotel Zed with waterslide, Douglas St Victoria; $160-220 shoulder

wow_evidence: waterslide (the Zedinator), pool, hot tub, and sauna... BC-owned boutique hotel... small three-property chain


value: 7156 Thunder Bay Street, Powell River, V8A 1E6

community: Powell River

value: Marland Motel is an 18-room property on the quiet edge of Powell River on BC's Sunshine Coast, offering a range of room types from simple sleeping rooms to one-bedroom family units and standalone cottages, most with full kitchens for longer stays. It sits within walking distance of restaurants and the beach, and is close to outdoor attractions including the Sunshine Coast Trail, salmon fishing charters, and scuba diving sites. Pets are welcome, making it a practical base for touring cyclists exploring the northern Sunshine Coast.

value: Marland Motel

detail: Website states the motel is 'just a short walk to restaurants and the beach.'

wow_evidence: 18-room property...close to outdoor attractions including the Sunshine Coast Trail


community: Richmond

value: Triple O's

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


community: West Kelowna

value: Turtle Jack's

signal: Turtle Jack's pub-restaurant chain; ~$18-28pp

subcategory: Restaurant


community: Abbotsford


value: 1090 Cliveden Avenue, V3M 6E6

community: Delta

value: Shaw Donair Bites Ltd is a donair restaurant located in Richmond's commercial district. Donair, a popular sandwich cuisine in Canada, offers a filling option for cyclists looking for a quick meal while touring.

value: Shaw Donair Bites Ltd

signal: donair shop; under $15


value: 7155 Kingsway Cru 145, Burnaby, BC V5E 4N7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 11m; stands (4 spaces) at 32m; stands (3 spaces) at 57m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


value: 11612 224th Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC

blurb: 1883 home of Maple Ridge founder Thomas Haney, now a museum.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Haney House is a heritage home built in 1883 by Thomas Haney, the founder of the Haney neighbourhood in Maple Ridge. Three generations of the Haney family lived here before it was donated to the city in 1979 and converted into a historic house museum. It offers a glimpse into early settler life in the Fraser Valley and is operated by the Maple Ridge Historical Society.

days_closed: Mo Tu We

value: Haney House

signal: seasonal historic house museum, donation entry

wow_evidence: 1883 founder's home, three generations of Haneys, house museum since 1979 — heritage-house ladder 2/2.


value: 608 West Pender Street, Vancouver, V6B 1V8

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 37m; stands (3 spaces) at 39m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 46m; stands (6 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Malone's Taphouse is a craft beer bar and full-service pub in the heart of downtown Vancouver, established in 1998 and a recognized neighbourhood institution for over two decades. The venue spotlights BC craft breweries through a rotating tap program called the Brewery Showdown, alongside an extensive food menu with pub classics and elevated dishes. Regular live music, trivia nights, and sports screenings make it a lively mid-ride or end-of-day stop for cyclists exploring the downtown core.

value: Malone's Social Lounge & Taphouse

detail: Food menu explicitly labels each item with V (Vegan), VG (Vegetarian), and GF (Gluten-Friendly) icons; multiple options in each category across starters, mains, and lunch menu

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 1517 Admirals Road, View Royal, V9A 7M8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 28m; rack at 38m; rack (3 spaces) at 63m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: View Royal

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


value: 3883 Skaha Lake Road, V2A 6G8

community: Penticton

value: Edgewater Motel provides overnight accommodation in Penticton on Skaha Lake Road. It serves as a standard stopping point for travelers passing through the area, including touring cyclists.

value: Edgewater Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 14829 Marine Drive

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 62m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: White Rock

value: Whitby's Coffee House is a cafe and ice cream shop in Tsawwassen located on Marine Drive. It offers outdoor seating for patrons. The establishment serves local cyclists and travelers passing through the community.

value: Whitby's Coffee House

wow_evidence: cafe and ice cream shop in Tsawwassen


community: Keremeos

value: A small, no-reservation rec site alongside the Ashnola River, reached by roughly 15 km of gravel road south of Keremeos; expect basic facilities and a quiet riverside canyon atmosphere.

value: Horseshoe Canyon - Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: Unit 109 - 1077 56 Street, Delta, BC V4L 2A2

value: Ocean Palace is a long-established Chinese restaurant in the heart of Tsawwassen, serving authentic dishes for over 28 years with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and high standards. The extensive menu spans seafood, pork, poultry, beef, and vegetarian options, with popular items including special fried rice, chicken chow mein, and ginger beef. No-MSG preparation is available on request, and dinner combo packages cater to groups of varying sizes.

value: Ocean Palace

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Delights & Vegetables' section and Vegetarian Egg Rolls are listed as a menu item

signal: Entrees $21.95–$32.95; casual Chinese takeout/delivery

wow_evidence: long-established Chinese restaurant... over 28 years


value: Unit 63 - 560 Johnson St, Victoria, BC, V8W 3C6

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack at 17m; rack at 25m; rack at 39m; stands (8 spaces) at 51m; stands (4 spaces) at 59m; stands at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (16 spaces) at 75m; stands (14 spaces) at 85m; stands (12 spaces) at 96m. Total: 56 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Whistle Buoy Brewing is a tiny, experimental craft brewery producing small-batch beers in 800-litre batches from a compact production space in the lower courtyard of Victoria's historic Market Square. Their taproom and year-round patio are tucked into the Market Square courtyard — a slightly hidden gem that rewards cyclists willing to follow the signs. A food counter called Grub serves sandwiches and snacks, dogs on leashes are welcome on the patio, and kids are permitted until 9 pm.

value: Whistle Buoy Brewing Company

signal: amenity=bar


value: 11662 Steveston Hwy #2000, Richmond, BC V7A 5J3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 22m; rack (covered) at 57m; rack at 87m.

value: Boston Pizza

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 12411 King George Boulevard, Surrey, BC, Canada

community: Surrey

value: A Surrey landmark since 1967, Turf Hotel on King George Boulevard has grown from a modest roadside inn into a lively community hub combining budget-friendly guest rooms with an entertainment complex that includes Mojito's Pub (Latin nights, 200-person capacity), the intimate Turf Lounge (live bands, karaoke), and Kanin + Ulam, an on-site Filipino kitchen. An on-site Beer & Wine Store stocked with beer, wine, spirits, and convenience snacks rounds out the self-contained offering. The hotel was recently refreshed with updated rooms while retaining its retro, neighbourhood-gathering-place character.

value: Turf Hotel

detail: FAQ explicitly states: 'No, we are currently unable to provide laundry services.'

detail: Kanin + Ulam Filipino kitchen is located on-site inside the hotel, offering dishes such as Pork Sisig, Beef Caldereta, and Garlic Rice

signal: 1967 roadside hotel + pub complex, affordability-reviewed, Surrey; $100-130

wow_evidence: A Surrey landmark since 1967


value: 3026 Ross Road, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Roll & Chicken is a sushi and Korean restaurant on Ross Road in Nanaimo, BC, combining two popular cuisines under one roof. The name hints at a menu pairing Korean-style fried chicken with rolls or rice-based dishes, offering a filling stop for cyclists needing a substantial meal. It sits in a residential-commercial corridor on the south side of Nanaimo.

value: Roll & Chicken

signal: sushi & Korean fried chicken; ~$15-24pp


value: 4258 10th Avenue, V9Y4X3

community: Port Alberni

value: Krush Smoothie and Juice Bar is a fresh-drink café on 10th Avenue serving smoothies and juices. Located in the Port Alberni area of Vancouver Island, it offers a refreshing stop for cyclists on a demanding inland route. Cash, debit, and credit cards are all accepted.

value: Krush Smoothie and Juice Bar

signal: shop=bakery


community: Nuchatlitz

value: Benson Point Recreation Site


value: Trans-Canada Hwy, Cedarvale, BC V0J 1G0, Canada

blurb: Easy lakes trail in Seven Sisters Park: picnic sites, summer swimming, trout fishing.

community: Grand Trunk

value: Watson Lake Trailhead provides access to the Watson Lakes Trail in Seven Sisters Provincial Park, a wilderness park situated between Terrace and Hazelton off Highway 16. The trail is an easy 3 km walk passing three small lakes with picnic sites, suitable for families and novice visitors, and offers fishing (rainbow trout), swimming in summer, and exceptional wildlife viewing including grizzly bears, mountain goats, and wolverines. Cyclists touring Highway 16 may find it a worthwhile detour into one of BC's more remote and scenic wilderness areas.

facet_confidence: low

label: summer hiking & lake swimming

value: Watson Lake Trailhead

signal: BC Parks day-use access and trailheads are free; no admission mentioned

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Easy 3 km three-lakes walk in Seven Sisters Park with picnic sites, swimming, trout — genuine family-grade stop.


value: H175 - 3122 Mt Lehman Road, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 94m.

value: COBS Bread Highstreet is a franchise bakery in Abbotsford, part of the Australian-founded Bakers Delight group with over 190 Canadian locations. Every product is baked fresh on-site each day with no refrigeration or freezing, and unsold goods are donated to local charities at close. A touring cyclist can pick up fresh bread, loaves, buns, rolls, bagels, scones, cruffins, and savoury baked items.

value: COBS Bread

signal: chain 'cobs bread'


value: 2687 James St, Duncan, BC V9L 2X5

community: North Cowichan

value: The Taco Hole is a Mexican-Canadian fusion eatery tucked inside the Cowichan Community Centre in Duncan, serving creative takes on tacos, burritos, and sides like Birria Poutine and Quesabirria. The menu spans classic beef and chicken preparations through to vegan chorizo-spiced tofu, making it accessible to a wide range of cyclists. It is a compact, community-centre-style counter that offers a satisfying and filling stop on the Cowichan Valley corridor.

value: The Taco Hole

detail: Menu explicitly labels 'Chorizo Vegetariano' (tofu, lentil, and potato) as vegan and 'Refried Bean' (refried black beans, lettuce, feta, sour cream) as vegetarian

signal: Mexican-Canadian fusion tacos (community centre); ~$13-20pp


value: 4221 Dunbar St, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (4 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 49m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 56m; rack (5 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 69m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m; rack (4 spaces) at 95m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Stong's Replenish Cafe is a ready-to-eat department within Stong's Market, a locally-owned Vancouver grocery institution on Dunbar Street. The store is notable for its breadth of grab-and-go options including award-winning rotisserie chicken, daily-made fresh sushi, artisan baked goods, and house-pressed juices. Touring cyclists can resupply with fresh local produce, hot prepared meals, and deli items all under one roof.

value: Stong's Replenish Cafe

signal: grocery grab-and-go cafe (rotisserie/sushi/bakery); ~$10-16


value: 8669 East Tenth Avenue, North Vancouver, BC

value: HiFive Chicken is a BC-born fast-food chain established in 2016 that has grown from a single Vancouver location to over 11 outlets across the Lower Mainland. The menu centres on freshly marinated fried and roasted chicken served in pieces, family platters, and sandwiches, alongside sides like poutine and maple chive biscuits. The chain also runs a dedicated boxed lunch program, making it a practical stop for cyclists looking to fuel up or stock up for the road.

value: HiFive Chicken

detail: Menu page lists 'Boxed Lunch' and 'School Lunch Program' as distinct menu categories

detail: Website references in-store ordering ('Only When You Visit Us In-Store') alongside online ordering and delivery-app options, confirming counter/takeout service

detail: Menu includes a 'Veggie Sandwich' (toasted bun, mayo, lettuce, veggie patty, tomato, onion rings)

wow_evidence: BC-born fast-food chain ... grown to over 11 outlets across the Lower Mainland


value: 7180 Kerr St #110, Vancouver, BC V5S 4W2, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 12m; stands (5 spaces) at 28m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Tasty Wok is a Chinese restaurant located in Vancouver, BC. The OSM record was verified as recently as May 2026 and does not appear to be closed. No further detail about the specific location, offerings, or facilities could be confirmed, as the associated website belongs to a different business of the same name in Alberta.

value: Tasty Wok

signal: Chinese (buffet); ~$14-22pp


community: Remote & backcountry, Columbia Shuswap Regional District

value: A six-person log cabin managed by the Columbia Valley Hut Society, accessed via a long forest-service drive with industrial traffic, a creek ford requiring a truck or SUV, and a 1.5 km walk-in; radio communication is recommended. Used on foot in summer and by snowmobile in winter, making it a true backcountry destination rather than a cycle-in stop.

value: McMurdo Cabin Recreation Site

wow_evidence: creek ford requiring a truck or SUV ... true backcountry destination rather than a cycle-in stop


value: 22-1415 Hillside Dr, Kamloops, BC

community: Kamloops

value: 4 Oak Oil & Vinegar is a specialty shop in Kamloops, BC, focused on artisan oils and vinegars. Based on its name and deli classification, it appears to be a boutique food retailer rather than a general-purpose grocery or convenience stop. Touring cyclists passing through Kamloops may find it of interest as a specialty food destination, though it is unlikely to stock typical resupply items.

value: 4 Oak Oil & Vinegar

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 2769 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, V5K 1Z8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 27m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 48m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: High Point is a specialty beer, wine, and spirits shop on East Hastings Street carrying more than 400 craft beer and cider selections and over 350 wines scoring 90+ points. The store hosts regular in-store producer tastings and runs a loyalty program that credits repeat purchases. Cyclists can shop online for in-store pickup or use the back loading bay for larger case orders.

value: High Point


value: Columbia-Shuswap, BC V0E 2L0, Canada

community: Mica Creek

value: Open user-maintained recreation site on the Red Rock Forest Service Road overlooking Kinbasket Lake, 2.5 km past Mica Dam; popular with anglers and has a boat launch, but no confirmed amenities and facilities are user-maintained.

value: Potlatch Creek Recreation Site


blurb: Nature Conservancy of Canada marsh reserve near Hills, north of New Denver.

community: Hills

value: Bonanza Marsh Conservation Area is a Nature Conservancy of Canada-managed nature reserve in the Kootenays region of British Columbia, protecting wetland and marsh habitat. Operated by one of Canada's leading private land conservation organizations, the site represents NCC's ongoing work to safeguard biodiversity in the Columbia Basin. Touring cyclists passing through the Kootenays may find it a scenic natural stop along their route.

label: bird migration

months: April May September October

theme: wildlife

value: Bonanza Marsh Conservation Area (NCC)

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

wow_evidence: NCC wetland reserve; scenic marsh-wildlife pause, thin record. Name has a typo (Conservations).


value: 2540 Windsor Road, Oak Bay, V8S 5H3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 27m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: Windsor Cafe is a Tudor-style heritage building in Oak Bay, steps from the Oak Bay Marina and Windsor Park, offering locally sourced comfort food, fair-trade organic coffee roasted in Nanaimo, BC wines, and local craft beers from Hoyne and Phillips Brewing. Opened in 2018 by a husband-and-wife team, it features three indoor dining rooms and two outdoor garden patios with 50 seats overlooking Windsor Park. The rotating seasonal lunch menu and takeout options make it a practical and atmospheric stop for cyclists exploring the Oak Bay waterfront.

value: Windsor Cafe

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe


community: Tappen

value: Esso

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 320 Abbott Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2K9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 68m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 71m; stands (6 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands at 98m. Total: 32 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Metropole Community Pub — known locally as 'The Met' — is a casual neighbourhood bar in Vancouver's Gastown district, offering drink specials, food, pool, skeeball, and a ping pong table. The pub has been operating since at least 2017 and maintains an active social calendar including Super Bowl watch parties and New Year's events. Its Gastown location puts it within easy reach of the seawall and downtown cycling routes.

value: The Metropole Community Pub

wow_evidence: casual neighbourhood bar in Vancouver's Gastown district, operating since at least 2017


value: 149 Fulford-Ganges Rd #104, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2T8, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 32m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Ganges

value: Saltspring Wok Bar is a restaurant operating from Unit 104, most likely in or near Ganges on Salt Spring Island. The name suggests an Asian-inspired wok-based menu, offering a quick hot meal option for cyclists exploring the island. It appears to be a compact, counter-style operation based on its unit designation.

value: Saltspring Wok Bar

signal: counter-style wok bar; under $15


value: 5871 Sooke Road, V9Z0C3

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Sooke

value: The Bike Shack is a locally-owned bicycle shop in Sooke, BC, located just 1.5 km from the Harbourview mountain bike trail network. It carries a curated selection of mountain, e-MTB, gravel, hybrid, and kids bikes from brands including Norco, Devinci, and Knolly — serving as the exclusive Knolly dealer for BC's South Island. A full-service workshop handles everything from basic tune-ups to complete drivetrain overhauls and e-bike diagnostics.

value: The Bike Shack

detail: Dedicated 'Complete E-Bike Tune' offered, including electronic diagnostics, firmware updates, and battery health checks. Note: shop only services e-bikes without throttle assist, except for flat tire repairs

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: exclusive Knolly dealer for BC's South Island... full-service workshop


community: Courtenay

value: Thrifty Foods Liquor


value: 1750 Pier Mac Way, Kelowna, V1V 3E7

community: Kelowna

value: Public Liquor is a locally owned Kelowna retail shop specializing in curated BC craft beers, Okanagan wines, and artisan spirits, with a stated mission to showcase local winemakers, distillers, and brewers. Proudly rooted in the Kelowna community, it positions itself as a destination for discovering regional craft beverages rather than a generic off-licence. Online ordering with in-store pickup and delivery to Kelowna and Lake Country are also available.

value: Public Liquor

detail: Liquor retail store only; no food preparation or lunch service mentioned

signal: Retail liquor shop (craft beer/wine/spirits), not a dining venue


community: Coquitlam


value: 1202 56 Street, Tsawwassen, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 55m; rack at 66m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Delta

value: Meridian Farm Market is a BC-based farm market chain emphasising locally sourced and sustainably raised products, including grass-fed beef, free-run chicken, local pork, fresh produce, artisan deli items, and a full bake shoppe. The Tsawwassen outlet is one of several Lower Mainland locations and stocks a wide range of fresh, packaged, and frozen goods well suited to restocking a loaded touring bike. The brand's farm-fresh focus means cyclists are likely to find higher-quality local provisions than a typical chain supermarket.

value: Meridian Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 892 6th Avenue, Fernie, V0B 1M0

community: Fernie

value: Raging Elk is a long-running adventure hostel in downtown Fernie, BC, operated by outdoor enthusiasts Joe and Sadie Howse, offering dorm beds, private rooms, family rooms, and unique deluxe pod-style accommodation. Situated within walking distance of downtown with mountain biking and hiking trails right outside the door, it serves as a well-equipped base camp for cyclists exploring the Fernie area. The property includes an onsite bar (Kodiak Lounge), sauna, games room, and dedicated cycling infrastructure that goes well beyond typical hostel offerings.

value: Raging Elk Adventure Lodging

detail: Amenities page explicitly lists 'Bike Wash Station.'

detail: Amenities page photo caption reads 'Gear storage and drying area.'

detail: Amenities page lists 'Daily housekeeping & Laundry Facilities.'

detail: Amenities page photo caption mentions 'Lockers for personal items.'

signal: tourism=hostel

detail: Amenities page lists 'Secure bike storage' and 'onsite secure equipment lock up'; a photo caption reads 'Secure bike storage.'

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: Secure bike storage... Bike Wash Station... laundry... Gear storage and drying area


community: Manning Park

value: A small 11-site campground within Skagit Valley Provincial Park, reached via roughly 60 km of loose-surface gravel road through active logging country; potable water on site, but access is seasonal and the gate closes off-season.

value: Whitworth Meadow Campground

wow_evidence: no commercial facilities in the Skagit Valley that provide food, lodging, gas or any other goods or services


community: West Vancouver

value: Safeway

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 930 Main Street, V0K 1V0

blurb: Lillooet's public library, hub of the three-branch Lillooet Area Library Association.

community: Lillooet

value: The Lillooet Area Library Association operates this public library serving the communities of Lillooet, Gold Bridge, and Shalalth in the Fraser Canyon region. It functions as a broad community hub offering a Library of Things, device lending, digital media access, and a range of adult and youth programs. For touring cyclists passing through Lillooet — a key waypoint on the Duffey Lake Road corridor — it offers computers, Wi-Fi, and community resources in a welcoming public space.

value: Lillooet Public Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Community library with Library of Things; ordinary intrinsic delight.


value: 11666 Steveston Highway, Richmond, V7A 5J3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 23m; rack at 76m; rack at 80m.

community: Richmond

google_place_id: ChIJaTWmKQvghVQRdMjoFY-MFvw

value: Booster Juice

signal: chain 'booster juice'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 270 Colgrove Road

community: Hixon

value: A motel in the Cariboo region of British Columbia offering overnight accommodation. Caters to traveling cyclists and other visitors to the area.

value: Paradise Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: motel in the Cariboo region offering overnight accommodation


value: 6382 Bay Street, West Vancouver, V7W 2G9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 86m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: A pizza restaurant in West Vancouver also serving bubble tea and breakfast items, with outdoor seating. The diverse menu provides cycling-stop flexibility.

value: Fresh Bay Pizza


value: 6090 Silver Drive, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 68m; rack (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (4 spaces, paid) at 75m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Cactus Club Cafe is a well-established upscale-casual Canadian chain known for chef-driven international cuisine in stylish, energetic dining rooms. The Station Square location in Burnaby is one of several Metro Vancouver outposts offering a broad menu of cocktails, seafood, pasta, and shared plates. Takeout and delivery are available directly through the restaurant, making it a viable stop for a cyclist wanting a sit-down meal or a grab-and-go option.

value: Cactus Club Cafe

signal: chain 'cactus club'


value: 290 Riverside Drive

community: Penticton


value: 5636 Dunbar Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 7m; rack (5 spaces) at 24m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; rack (3 spaces) at 45m; rack (5 spaces) at 46m; rack (5 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; rack (5 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (5 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 46 spaces.

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'


value: 1001 W Broadway #200, Vancouver, BC V6H 4E4, Canada

value: Privé Bar is a bar located within the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond, BC, operated by Great Canadian Entertainment. The resort is a large casino and hotel complex offering gaming, dining, and entertainment. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond could stop here for a drink in a lively casino resort atmosphere.

value: Privé Bar

signal: amenity=bar


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 70m.

community: Surrey

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


blurb: Small municipal nature reserve on Bowen Island.

community: Bowen Island

value: Davies Park is a nature reserve on Bowen Island, operated by the Bowen Island Municipality. It sits within the Howe Sound region, an area of significant natural beauty accessible by ferry from Horseshoe Bay. Touring cyclists exploring Bowen Island may pass through or near the park as part of a day trip or island loop.

value: Davies Park

wow_evidence: Thin record; municipal nature reserve.


value: 9831 98A Avenue

community: Fort St John

value: No Frills


value: 1850 Marine Drive, West Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 6m; stands at 62m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 94m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Cindy's is a cozy neighborhood brunch café on Marine Drive in West Vancouver, earning a loyal following for Canadian comfort food such as Belgian waffles, eggs benedict, and creative omelets made with locally sourced ingredients. Despite its modest size, it has carved out a niche as a hidden gem with thoughtful service, special events, and a High Tea offering that sets it apart from typical breakfast spots. With a 4.3 Google rating across 425 reviews, it draws a steady crowd of regulars and visitors alike.

value: Cindy's

detail: FAQ states: 'Yes, we have both vegetarian and vegan dishes on our menu, like our avocado toast.' Homepage also highlights 'Keto & Vegetarian Options.'

signal: Traditional Benny signature item $14; brunch café format

wow_evidence: 4.3 Google rating across 425 reviews


value: 9915 Ferguson Lake Road, Prince George, BC

blurb: Quiet lakeside nature reserve with a loop trail, north of Prince George.

community: Prince George

value: Ferguson Lake Nature Reserve is a municipal nature reserve managed by the City of Prince George, situated in BC's Cariboo, Chilcotin & Central Interior region. It offers natural outdoor space within reach of Prince George and appears on the city's parks and trails network. Touring cyclists passing through Prince George may find it a scenic detour, though on-site facilities are unconfirmed.

value: Ferguson Lake Nature Reserve

wow_evidence: Municipal nature reserve with lakeside loop trail (own knowledge supplements thin record).


value: 4445 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 21 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; wall_loops (2 spaces, covered) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 61m; rack (3 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m. Total: 43 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: This McDonald's sits on the busy Main Street corridor in Vancouver, operating without a drive-through in a format suited to foot and cycle traffic. The full menu spans breakfast through late night, with McCafé beverages available alongside the standard burger lineup. It is a practical high-calorie resupply point for cyclists passing through the Main Street and 29th Avenue neighbourhood.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 1000 Rancher Creek Road, Osoyoos

blurb: Osoyoos Indian Band's desert cultural centre: immersive exhibits, village site, desert trails.

community: Osoyoos

value: The Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre (pronounced in-ka-meep) is a state-of-the-art interpretive centre built into the hillside of a 1,600-acre desert conservation area — the largest remnant of the Great American Desert and one of Canada's most endangered places. Operated by the Osoyoos Indian Band, it features immersive multi-sensory theatres, a reconstructed village, a sculpture gallery, and self-guided desert walking trails with views from Chief's Lookout. A touring cyclist passing through Osoyoos would find it a compelling stop for learning about Syilx culture and the unique desert ecology of the southern Okanagan.

setting: mixed

value: Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre admission ~$12

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Osoyoos Indian Band's architecturally striking interpretive centre in a 1,600-acre desert conservancy — immersive theatres, reconstructed village, desert trails; day-shaping.


value: 15-20555 56 Avenue, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 8m; bollard (2 spaces) at 56m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Coastal Coffee House is a cafe located along 56 Avenue in Langley. The business maintains a Facebook presence but no standalone website has been identified. Details about the menu, atmosphere, and cyclist-friendly features are currently unavailable.

value: Coastal Coffee & Tea

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: #112 6631 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo, BC (Woodgrove Centre)

community: Nanaimo

value: Two Sparrows Cupcakes & Coffee Bar is a specialty cupcake shop and espresso bar located inside Woodgrove Centre, Nanaimo's large enclosed mall on the Island Highway. The menu spans a full range of espresso-based hot and iced drinks, frappes, dirty sodas, and handmade cupcakes, with gluten-free and vegan options available on request. For a touring cyclist passing through north Nanaimo, it offers a sweet resupply and a quality coffee stop in a covered indoor setting.

value: Two Sparrows

detail: Online ordering available for pickup; order page reads 'Online ordering available for pickup OR for mall employees to have delivery WITHIN the mall only.'

detail: Flavours page states: 'Please contact us for monthly flavours, gluten free, vegan and other specialty cupcakes.'


value: 14650 104 Avenue, Surrey

value: Real Canadian Superstore


value: 3-1000 Ravensbourne Lane, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1P9

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Final Approach Restaurant is a casual dine-in spot situated beside the Qualicum Beach Airport, offering the novelty of watching aircraft while enjoying a meal. The kitchen is best known for its fish 'n' chips — available in cod, salmon, or halibut — alongside a broad menu of salads, tacos, flatbreads, and burgers. A rotating specials board and weekend brunch service make it a versatile stop for cyclists passing through the Parksville-Qualicum corridor.

value: Final Approach Restaurant

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items including Caesar Salad, Beet & Goat Cheese Salad, Mediterranean Flatbread, and Risotto Arancini

label: Casual

signal: Fish & chips mains $19-24, salads $14-30, casual dining restaurant


value: HellCrust Pizza is a franchise pizza chain with a North Vancouver location operating as a fast-food format. The location offers both indoor air-conditioned seating and outdoor seating, making it a potential mid-ride meal stop. A dedicated app and coupon program suggest it caters to frequent, convenience-oriented customers.

value: Hellcrust Pizza

wow_evidence: franchise pizza chain


value: Creekside Plaza Unit C - 2773 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: M Cafe is a casual Pan-Asian restaurant in Creekside Plaza along Barnet Highway in Coquitlam, serving everything from Hong Kong-style milk teas and fried rice noodles to Singaporean vermicelli, Japanese-inspired mini hot pots, and Western staples like rack of lamb and lobster fettuccine. The broad menu and dine-in atmosphere make it a solid fuelling stop for cyclists riding the Barnet Highway corridor. Online ordering via a dedicated mobile app is available for both takeout and dine-in.

value: M Cafe

signal: pan-Asian (milk tea to lamb/lobster fettuccine); ~$18-28pp


value: BC Liquor Store


value: G1 – 1001 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C5

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Blenz Coffee is a BC-based coffee chain with a downtown Victoria location at 1001 Douglas Street, a block from the Inner Harbour. The cafe offers espresso drinks, specialty lattes, whole-leaf teas, and a food menu spanning pastries, sandwiches, wraps, and more. Cyclists moving through the city core will find it a convenient stop for hot or cold drinks and a quick meal.

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: 418 Willingdon Avenue

value: Crema Ice Cream & Desserts is a small-batch artisan scoop shop founded in 2019 by a Taiwanese-Peruvian couple who blend Asian and Latin American flavours into creative, culturally-inspired ice creams made with natural ingredients and seasonal local produce. Beyond classic scoops, the shop offers milkshakes, sundaes, handmade sammies, ice cream cakes, and even dog-friendly pawsicles. The business also runs an ice cream cart and truck catering service for events throughout the Lower Mainland.

value: Crema Icecream

detail: Site-wide banner states 'Vegan options available!'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 5290 Olund Road, Abbotsford, BC

community: Abbotsford

value: Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery is a family-owned boutique farmgate winery set among rolling fields and quiet country roads in the Mount Lehman area of Abbotsford, BC. The winery produces small-lot, cool-climate artisanal wines from both estate-grown and Okanagan grapes, with labels named after local pioneer history. Tastings are held in a copper-spired chapel tasting room with panoramic Fraser Valley views, and a separate Barrel Room is available for events.

value: Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery

signal: farmgate winery, small-lot tastings; ~$15-25 (visit)

wow_evidence: family-owned boutique farmgate winery...copper-spired chapel tasting room with panoramic Fraser Valley views


community: Powell River

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 1066 Northwest Road, Denman Island, V0R 1T0

community: Denman Island

value: A convenience store serving the Denman Island community and visiting cyclists. Located on Northwest Road, it provides basic groceries and essential supplies to residents and island visitors.

value: Denman Island General Store


community: Whistler

value: Rendezvous is Whistler Blackcomb's on-mountain day lodge, perched on Whistler Mountain and accessible in summer via the resort's gondola and lift infrastructure used by the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. It serves as a major rest and refuelling stop for riders tackling the bike park's trails. Being a full-service resort dining facility operated by Vail Resorts, it offers a sit-down food experience in a dramatic mountain setting.

value: Rendezvous

signal: on-mountain day-lodge cafeteria (Whistler); ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: on-mountain day lodge at Whistler Blackcomb, primarily accessed via gondola; in summer relevant to mountain bikers using the Whistler Mountain Bike Park


value: 19167 Ford Road, Pitt Meadows, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 4m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 33m; rack (5 spaces) at 57m; rack (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 21 spaces.

community: Pitt Meadows

value: The Jolly Coachman is a long-standing neighbourhood pub and liquor store nestled in Pitt Meadows, serving the community with daily food specials, craft beer on tap, and a happy hour menu. It has a community-focused identity with Lions Club ties, meat draws, and local fundraisers. A touring cyclist passing through the Pitt Meadows area would find a full sit-down pub menu alongside an attached liquor store.

value: Jolly Coachman Pub

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: long-standing neighbourhood pub...Lions Club ties, meat draws, and local fundraisers


value: 1846 West 57th Avenue, Vancouver

value: Bean Around The World is a Vancouver-area specialty coffee roaster with over 30 years in the business, roasting small batches daily and sourcing beans from around the world. The brand operates multiple retail café locations across the region alongside a robust online subscription service. A touring cyclist stopping in can expect freshly roasted espresso and drip coffee in a well-established local coffee culture setting.

value: Bean Around The World

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: specialty coffee roaster with over 30 years in the business... operates multiple retail café locations across the region


value: Coalmont, BC V0X 1W0, Canada

community: Coalmont

value: Riverside recreation site on the Tulameen River near Coalmont, positioned as a natural trailhead for the Kettle Valley Railway — a marquee cycling route — with river paddling and hiking also on offer; cash only with no confirmed on-site amenities.

value: Granite Creek Campground


value: 2330 Highway 97, Kelowna, BC

community: Westbank

value: MeiWei Chinese Cuisine is a fully licensed Chinese restaurant on Highway 97 in Kelowna serving a broad menu of traditional Cantonese and Szechuan dishes, group share dinners, and combination plates. The kitchen prides itself on fresh, quality ingredients — their ginger beef uses real red pepper flakes, honey, and freshly ground ginger with no MSG. Online ordering, takeout, delivery, and catering options make it a flexible meal stop for solo cyclists and touring groups alike.

value: MeiWei Chinese Cuisine

detail: About page confirms 'a variety of Gluten-friendly dishes'; menu includes Combo V (vegetable-only combo), Veggie Chow Mein, Veggie Fried Rice, Mushroom Fried Rice, Deep Fried Vegetarian Spring Rolls, and Deep Fried Vegetable

signal: Main entrees $20.95-$22.95, combos $18.75. Casual Chinese.


value: 6991 East Saanich Road, Sidney, BC

community: Central Saanich

value: Tonolli's Deli & Café is a breakfast-focused deli and café located on East Saanich Road in Sidney on British Columbia's Saanich Peninsula. The deli-and-café format suggests prepared foods alongside sit-down breakfast service. Its position along East Saanich Road places it on a corridor commonly ridden by cyclists touring the peninsula.

value: Tonolli's Deli & Café

signal: deli & cafe breakfast spot; under $15


value: 32900 South Fraser Way, V2S 5A1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 82m; rack at 91m; rack at 92m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: Purdy's Chocolates is a Canadian chain specializing in premium chocolates and confectionery products. This location in Sevenoaks Shopping Centre offers ice cream, chocolates, and other treats. A convenient stop for sweet snacks and refreshments while cycling through Chilliwack.

value: Purdy's Chocolates


value: 2600 Main Street

bike_parking_detail: 26 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; rack (5 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (5 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (3 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; rack (3 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 60 spaces.

value: On the Run


value: 4696 Joyce Avenue

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 8999 Jim Bailey Road, Kelowna BC, V4V 1S4

community: Kelowna

value: Britannia Brewing Lake Country is a craft brewery restaurant and bar set on a 10,000 sq ft facility in the Okanagan, near the popular Okanagan Rail Trail cycling corridor. Established in 2014 and expanded from its Steveston and Ladner origins, it offers a full menu of house ales alongside locally inspired dishes featuring Okanagan ingredients like peaches and BC mushrooms. The 200-seat restaurant with outdoor picnic area makes it a substantial stop for cyclists exploring the Okanagan Valley.

value: Britannia Brewing

detail: Menu key explicitly lists GF = Gluten Friendly, V = Vegetarian, VF = Vegan Friendly, with multiple items marked across all menu sections

wow_evidence: near the popular Okanagan Rail Trail cycling corridor... 200-seat restaurant with outdoor picnic area


value: 4248 Dawson Street, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: Joy Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant in Burnaby with online ordering capability. It offers a convenient meal stop for touring cyclists in the area.

value: Joy Sushi

signal: sushi restaurant; $15-25/person


value: Main Street

community: Penticton


value: 19705 Fraser Highway, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 24m; stands (8 spaces) at 59m; stands (8 spaces) at 63m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Lee's Donuts is a beloved BC institution founded in 1979 at Granville Island Public Market, now expanded to over ten locations including this outpost inside Willowbrook Mall in Langley. The shop is known for handmade, classic donuts crafted fresh daily from original recipes, with rotating seasonal flavours alongside perennial favourites like the Honey Dip. A handy stop for a quick sugar boost mid-ride on the Fraser Highway corridor.

value: Lee's Donuts

detail: FAQ explicitly states: 'At this time, we do not offer any gluten-free or vegan donuts.'

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 504 Stephen Avenue, Field, BC V0A 1G0

community: Field

value: Inn Field Guesthouse is a self-contained lower-level suite in the small mountain village of Field, British Columbia, situated within Yoho National Park. The suite sleeps up to four guests with a full kitchen, queen bed, and pull-out couch — offering independent travellers a home-base feel rather than a hotel stay. It is a 3–5 minute walk from downtown Field and a 20-minute drive from Lake Louise, making it a practical staging point for cyclists exploring the Kicking Horse corridor.

value: Inn Field Guest House

signal: Nightly rate $180 per night double occupancy

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 22 Victoria Crescent, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5B8

value: Thai Cook is an authentic Thai restaurant on Victoria Crescent in downtown Nanaimo, serving dine-in, takeout, and delivery. The menu spans curries, noodles, stir-fries, and appetizers with spice levels ranging from mild to Thai hot. Many dishes are gluten-free, and multiple tofu and vegetable protein options appear throughout both the lunch and dinner menus.

value: Thai Cook

detail: Website lists Vegetarian Spring Rolls, Vegetable Red Curry, Vegetable Green Curry, Tofu curries, and numerous dishes marked GLUTEN FREE

signal: Main courses $16–20; casual sit-down Thai restaurant

subcategory: Restaurant