value: 5166 Ladner Trunk Rd, Ladner, BC V4K 1W3

community: Delta

value: Grizzly Flatbread is a Neapolitan-style pizza and flatbread restaurant in Ladner, BC, known for hand-tossed dough made with imported Italian 00 flour cooked in an open-flame stone hearth oven. The menu features meat and vegetarian/vegan pizzas, flatbreads, salads, and sides, with both in-house dining and online ordering for pickup or delivery. A welcoming neighbourhood spot with a casual atmosphere, it sits along Ladner Trunk Road in the Tsawwassen/Ladner area of Metro Vancouver.

value: Grizzly Flatbread

detail: Website lists 'Personal Veggie or Vegan Pizza' as a happy hour special and menu includes dedicated vegetarian/vegan pizza options. No GF evidence found

signal: cuisine=pizza


source: enrichment

value: 228 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC

category: Groceries

community: Kamloops

value: Canco is an Esso-branded gas station and convenience store on Tranquille Road in Kamloops. For touring cyclists passing through the north end of Kamloops, it offers a roadside stop with convenience store supplies. The combination of fuel sales and a convenience shop is typical of this chain format.

value: Canco

origin: osm

ownership: Global chain

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Convenience Store

tier: info


value: White River Resort, 1673 Sayward Rd, Sayward, BC V0P 1R0, Canada

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: active

kid_friendly: yes

label: spring whitewater

months: April May

price_band: standard

price_label: Basic

season: summer

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: Sayward

source: camping

value: A private campground beside the White River near Sayward on northern Vancouver Island, with tent sites in an open meadow along the riverbank; flush toilets, showers, and power hookups add comfort, and kayakers can launch directly to the Salmon River and Kelsey Bay.

value: White River Resort

ownership: Private

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: tenting sites with 15/30 amp power and water taps at each site, coin-operated showers


value: 1728 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC

category: Food & Drink

community: Vancouver

value: Founded in 1995 by Belgian-trained pastry chef Olivier Lebeau, this patisserie specializes in authentic Liège and Bruxelles waffles, rice pies, craquelins, and speculoos made fresh daily from natural ingredients. Located on West 2nd Avenue near the Arbutus Greenway, it sits along a popular Vancouver cycling corridor. The shop has been a proud multi-year waffle sponsor of Ride to Conquer Cancer and a supplier for Tour de Cure, giving it a genuine footprint in the local cycling community.

value: Pâtisserie Lebeau

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: wholesale page documents a 10+ year sponsorship of Ride to Conquer Cancer and supply of the Tour de Cure


value: 3313 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5K6

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (3 spaces) at 30m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Congee Noodle King has been serving classic Hong Kong-style congee and noodle dishes to Vancouver diners since 2006. Located on Kingsway, it offers both dine-in and online ordering via their own app. The restaurant is a long-established local fixture in the Kingsway corridor, making it a solid fuel stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Congee Noodle King

source: osm

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: Noodle house with dine-in service; classic Hong Kong congee & noodles

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming


bike_access: hard

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Malibu

value: Macdonald Island

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 505 Terminal Ave N, Nanaimo BC V9S 4K1

category: Accommodation

community: Nanaimo

value: Port-O-Call Inn & Suites is a 42-unit motel on Terminal Avenue North in Nanaimo, positioned minutes from the city's ferry terminals and major highway routes. Part of the Roadside Hospitality portfolio, it offers four room categories ranging from standard queens to family suites, all equipped with mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee machines, with suites adding a full kitchenette. The property markets itself to ferry travellers, road trippers, and extended-stay guests including snowbirds, making it a practical stopover point on Vancouver Island.

value: Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

band_key: budget

confidence: medium

label: Budget

signal: 42-unit motel on Terminal Ave, Roadside Hospitality portfolio; $100-130

source: judgement

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: 42-unit motel...no evidence of secure bike storage or any cyclist-specific amenities


value: 1063 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC

value: John 3:16 Malaysian Delights is a multi-location Malaysian restaurant group that originated in Richmond in 2014 and expanded to West Broadway in Vancouver. The menu spans classic Malaysian dishes including Beef Rendang, Hainanese Chicken, Nasi Lemak, and a range of noodle and rice plates. Online ordering is available directly through the restaurant's website for the Vancouver location.

value: John 3:16 Malaysian Delights

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: Main courses $18.95–$23.95; casual Malaysian multi-location format


value: Unit 103 – 193 Keefer Place, Vancouver, BC V6B 6C1

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: wall_loops (6 spaces) at 15m; stands (4 spaces) at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; wall_loops (8 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: PappaRoti Keefer Place is a Malaysian café chain location operating since 2017 in the heart of Vancouver's Chinatown, serving freshly baked coffee-caramel roti buns made every 30 minutes, straight from the oven. It is the brand's second BC location and also offers organic teas, coffees, sandwiches, salads, and ice cream buns unique to this outpost. The café sits within one of the largest and most historically significant Chinatowns in North America, making it a culturally notable stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Pappa Roti

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: the brand's second BC location


value: 4807 Highway 97, Westwold

community: Westwold

value: Westwold General Store is a general store in the rural Westwold community along Highway 97. It serves as a local supply source for residents and travelers passing through the area. Small general stores like this are essential infrastructure in rural BC communities.

value: Westwold General Store

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 4500 Kingsway, Unit 2132, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 37m; stands (3 spaces) at 68m; building (4 spaces) at 73m; stands (15 spaces) at 77m; stands (6 spaces) at 79m; stands at 80m; stands at 80m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 94m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 94m. Total: 51 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Hei Hei Rice Roll is a fast-food stall specialising in rice rolls, a popular East Asian street-food snack. Its unit number and OSM level=1 tag place it inside a multi-tenant building or food court along the Kingsway corridor in Vancouver. Cyclists riding through the Kingsway area would find it a compact, quick-service stop for a light meal.

value: Hei Hei Rice Roll

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 235 East Broadway, Vancouver, V5T 1W4

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 60m; rack (3 spaces) at 61m; stands at 64m; stands (5 spaces) at 70m; stands (4 spaces) at 73m; rack (5 spaces) at 74m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (3 spaces) at 85m; stands (24 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (6 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 78 spaces.

value: Murmur is an intimate Mount Pleasant restaurant that began as a daytime café and evolved into an evening tasting experience, led by head chef Abbie Gluvic whose rotating menus draw on modern Vietnamese flavours and seasonal ingredients. It offers multi-course dinners with inventive cocktails in a cozy room that also hosts private gatherings and a recurring Tuesday accordion jam. The space sits quietly on East Broadway, positioned as a neighbourhood destination with a personal, community-minded feel.

value: Murmur

detail: Menu lists vegetarian dishes including Vegetable Spring Salad, Rye Tart, Caramelle mushroom pasta, and sweet waffle option

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Prix-fixe dinner tasting menus $55–85 per person; lunch entrées $16–23


blurb: Free formal rose garden in Stanley Park, planted since 1920.

category: Attractions

value: The Rose Garden is a free public garden in Vancouver, situated near Stanley Park and widely recognized as one of the city's most visited green spaces. Formal rose plantings make it a scenic rest stop for cyclists touring the seawall or Stanley Park loop. Admission is free and the garden is openly accessible to the public.

dwell: short

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: med

label: Peak bloom

months: June July

planning: walk-up

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Stanley Park Rose Garden

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Stanley Park's formal rose garden (est. 1920), free; DUPE#3 is a same-name group — this is a distinct garden from the Queen Elizabeth Park rose garden record, both stand.


community: Chilliwack

value: Starbucks

origin: chain

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 399 Power Street, Penticton

blurb: Penticton's heritage-listed Memorial Arena.

community: Penticton

value: Penticton Memorial Arena is a community sports facility and heritage-listed building in Penticton, BC, historically home to ice hockey and lacrosse. Its inclusion on the City of Penticton Heritage Registry reflects its significance as a civic landmark in the South Okanagan. Touring cyclists passing through Penticton may recognize it as a local landmark, though it functions primarily as a spectator and participant sports venue.

dwell: half

label: ice season

months: November December January February March

planning: check-ahead

season: winter

setting: indoor

theme: recreation

value: Penticton Memorial Arena

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Heritage-registry arena, a civic landmark; primarily a spectator venue.


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces, covered) at 62m; rack at 65m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Abbotsford


value: 5007 Likely St, Likely, BC V0L 1N0, Canada

community: Likely

value: Valley General Store is a convenience store located in the Cariboo region of British Columbia. It serves as a supply point for the local community and traveling cyclists.

value: Valley General Store

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast


value: 104-4320 Gateway Dr, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 54m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: Avalanche Pizza is a fast-food pizza restaurant located in Whistler, BC, serving the Gateway Drive area of the resort community. As a fast-food outlet in one of BC's premier cycling destinations, it would likely be a convenient refuelling stop for riders passing through Whistler. Its current operational status and on-site amenities could not be verified due to a compromised website.

value: Avalanche Pizza

wow_evidence: website has been entirely replaced by spam content... impossible to verify current operational status


community: Central Saanich

value: The Dining Room Restaurant is set inside the historic Butchart family residence at The Butchart Gardens, one of Vancouver Island's most celebrated horticultural destinations. It serves a seasonally inspired Afternoon Tea and summer dinners using locally sourced ingredients, with menus that include gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. Cyclists should be aware that paid admission to The Butchart Gardens is required to access the restaurant.

value: Dining Room Restaurant

detail: Website states: 'We offer a variety of dietary teas including Gluten Free, Dairy Sensitive, Vegetarian, and Vegan. We are able to accommodate these requests with 24 hours' notice.'

signal: Afternoon tea $55/person; multi-course sit-down service


value: 1656 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 15m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 19m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 22m; stands (6 spaces) at 45m; stands (6 spaces) at 51m; stands (10 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 96m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 96m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: The Cardero branch of BCLIQUOR is one of 198 provincial government liquor retail stores operated by the BC Liquor Distribution Branch, offering wine, spirits, beer, coolers, ciders, and non-alcoholic products. Located on Davie Street in Vancouver's West End, it sits close to popular cycling routes including the Seawall. The store also accepts empty container returns for recycling, which may be useful for cyclists managing pack weight.

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 3726 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 1G4

value: Takara Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in Burnaby whose name means 'treasure' — a nod to the freshness of their fish and the care put into their craft. They offer both dine-in and takeout service, plus online ordering, making them a convenient stop for a cycling lunch or dinner on Canada Way. The crew's emphasis on friendliness and quality sushi makes it a worthwhile detour for touring cyclists passing through the Burnaby corridor.

value: Takara Sushi

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


community: Powell River

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 129-1909 Sooke Road, Victoria, BC

community: Colwood

value: Green Leaf Vietnamese Bistro (listed in OSM as Greenleaf Pho Grill) is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant serving pho, vermicelli bowls, rice plates, and a broad range of appetizers from fresh salad rolls to crispy turmeric crepes. The Colwood Corners location is one of three BC outposts of this multi-location Vietnamese bistro, which emphasizes fresh, premium ingredients and time-honoured techniques. Online ordering is available, making it a practical stop for cyclists wanting a hearty, flavourful meal to eat in or take away.

value: Greenleaf Pho Grill

detail: Menu page notes 'Gluten-Friendly and Veggie Option Available' for spring rolls; tofu dishes (Deep-Fried Tofu, Stir-fried Mixed Vegetables with tofu) are listed on the menu

signal: Pho mains $12–21, appetizers $12–20; sit-down pho shop


value: 350 Taylor Avenue, 100 Mile House, V0K 2E0

community: 100 Mile House

value: Westwood Motel is a renovated motel situated off Highway 97 in 100 Mile House, a common overnight stop on the BC Interior touring corridor. Rooms include a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, and BBQ facilities are available on site. The motel sits within a short walk of several restaurants and is close to the 100 Mile House Airstrip.

value: Westwood Motel

detail: Guest review explicitly states 'No breakfast offered'

detail: Listed under main facilities as 'Loundry Srvice' on the aggregator site front page

detail: Cask & Cleaver Brewing at 953 ft and Subway at 0.2 mi listed as nearby

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 8888 University Drive East, Burnaby, V5A 1S6

value: Triple O's is a BC-based premium quick-service burger chain known for its secret 'Triple O' sauce, hand-scooped milkshakes, and fresh Canadian beef patties. This outlet is tucked inside SFU's AQ Building at the Mackenzie Café on Burnaby Mountain, making it a potential refuelling stop for cyclists who make the climb to the university. It is a counter-service, takeout-only operation with no dine-in seating.

value: Triple O's

signal: chain 'triple o'


bike_repair_offered: unclear

category: Bike Services

community: Delta

value: M Smart eMobility is a dedicated e-bike shop in Tsawwassen serving the Delta/South Vancouver area. The store recently underwent a name change (previously operating under a different brand), with the ebikecanada.com website not yet updated to reflect the rebrand. Its eMobility focus suggests a specialization in electric bicycles, which could be valuable to touring cyclists seeking e-bike sales, service, or advice along BC's south coast routes.

value: M Smart eMobility

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: dedicated e-bike shop in Tsawwassen


blurb: Conglomerate stone pillar up a steep short trail northwest of Falkland.

community: Falkland

value: The Pillar (also known as Pillar Rock) is a protected BC Parks site 11 km northwest of Falkland, established to preserve a striking conglomerate stone hoodoo formation. A steep trail leads to the pillar in about 15 minutes, rewarding hikers with a distinctive geological landmark in the Thompson region. The park is a simple day-use natural area with no on-site infrastructure, making it a rugged but scenic detour for cyclists exploring the Falkland-Chase Road corridor.

facet_confidence: low

kid_friendly: neutral

season: all

theme: landmark

value: The Pillar

detail: Website explicitly states potable water is not available in the park

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: BC Parks hoodoo site with trail, no fee

detail: Website explicitly states: 'Please bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.'

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Striking conglomerate hoodoo reached by a steep 15-minute trail; distinctive small geological landmark.


value: 45949 Wellington Avenue, Chilliwack

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 69m; stands (1 space) at 81m; stands (6 spaces) at 84m; stands (1 space) at 86m; stands (6 spaces) at 87m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: A Japanese sushi restaurant on Wellington Avenue in Chilliwack. Offers online ordering and takeout service, providing quick dining for touring cyclists passing through.

value: Sushi In Wellington

signal: sushi with takeout; $15-25/person


value: 4020 No 5 Rd, Richmond, BC V6V1G5

community: Richmond

value: Daddy's Grill Richmond is a Persian grill and kebab restaurant in Richmond, BC, serving kabab platters, wraps, and traditional accompaniments like naan and dough. The menu centres on skewered beef and chicken dishes alongside hearty wraps, making it a calorie-dense stop for cyclists. Online ordering with a 20-minute pickup window is available.

value: Daddy's Grill Richmond

signal: Kebab platters $16–24, wraps $11–19; casual grill/kabab

wow_evidence: Persian grill and kebab restaurant in Richmond… online ordering with a 20-minute pickup window


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 72m.

community: New Westminster

value: BC Liquor Store


community: Cranbrook

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 1800 Dufferin Crescent, V9S 0A9

community: Nanaimo

value: Country Grocer is a family-owned Vancouver Island supermarket chain founded in 1984, now operating eleven stores serving communities from Victoria to Nanaimo with a strong commitment to local BC farmers and producers. The Nanaimo location offers full supermarket departments including deli, sushi, bakery, and seafood. The company sponsors the annual Cycle of Life tour benefiting Vancouver Island hospices, signalling a community connection that touring cyclists may appreciate.

value: Country Grocer

detail: Website lists Deli Platters, Sushi Platters, Bakery Platters, and Seafood Platters under Services, indicating prepared and hot food counter service

wow_evidence: family-owned Vancouver Island supermarket chain founded in 1984, now operating eleven stores...sponsors the annual Cycle of Life tour


value: 31999 Lougheed Highway, Mission, BC V2V 1A4

community: Mission

value: Opa! of Greece is a Canadian fast-casual chain specializing in Greek street food — souvlaki platters, pita wraps, gyro, and sides like tzatziki and spanakopita — serving BC and beyond since 1998. The Mission location sits in the Outlook Village strip centre on Lougheed Highway, making it a convenient stop for cyclists travelling the Fraser Valley corridor. Catering for larger groups and an online rewards app are available chainwide.

value: Opa! of Greece

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items: falafel, falafel snack bites, spanakopita, hummus & pita, tzatziki & pita, and salads. No explicit vegan or GF claims confirmed

ownership: Buy Canadian

wow_evidence: Canadian fast-casual chain... serving BC and beyond since 1998


value: 8260 Westminster Highway, Unit 2400, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 37m; rack at 65m; rack (covered) at 72m; rack at 85m; rack at 93m.

value: Mr. Mango is a bubble tea cafe occupying a commercial unit at 8260 Westminster Highway in Richmond. It sits in a busy retail corridor of Richmond that is accessible to cyclists travelling along Westminster Highway. Beyond the OSM bubble-tea classification, further details about the business cannot be confirmed due to a mismatch with the discovered website.

value: Mr. Mango

signal: amenity=cafe


bike_access: rough

price_label: Standard

community: Brigade Lake

value: A small four-site lakeside campground near Kamloops in the Roche Lake area, suited to a quiet overnight; services are withdrawn off-season and access is via unpaved gravel road.

value: Horseshoe Lake Campground


value: 33093 7th Avenue, Mission

value: Circle K


value: 930 Harbourside Dr #103, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3S7, Canada

bike_repair_offered: yes

community: North Vancouver

value: OHM Electric Bikes is a Canadian e-bike manufacturer and retailer that has designed bikes in North Vancouver since 2005, operating an Experience Center there for sales, service, and test rides. The shop stocks new, open-box, and certified pre-owned OHM e-bikes, and its technicians are Bosch and Shimano STEPS certified. Touring cyclists will find a full-service e-bike workshop backed by the brand's own engineers, plus access to mobile service across the Lower Mainland through a partnership with Nootka Bike Co.

value: Ohm Electric Bikes

detail: Bosch & Shimano STEPS Certified technicians; in-store and mobile e-bike service offered; genuine OHM parts used; service tiers include Basic Mechanical, Seasonal Electric, and Annual Electric

detail: 'Same-Day Service Available' stated on service booking page at North Vancouver Experience Center

detail: Same-Day Service Available

wow_evidence: Canadian e-bike manufacturer designing bikes in North Vancouver since 2005... Bosch and Shimano STEPS certified... Same-Day Service Available


value: 5226 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 88m; stands (5 spaces) at 98m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: MeetRice Noodles

signal: rice-noodle quick-service spot; under $15


value: 103 403 MacKenzie Boulevard, V0J 2C0

community: Mackenzie

value: Mackenzie Co-op is a locally-owned co-operative serving the small northern BC community of Mackenzie, roughly 180 km north of Prince George on Highway 39. As a full-service food store affiliated with Federated Co-operatives, it is one of the primary grocery resupply points for touring cyclists on this remote stretch of northern BC. Membership is not required to shop.

value: Co-op Mackenzie Food Store

region: Northern British Columbia


character: destination

community: Cultus Lake

value: Clear Creek is one of four campgrounds within Cultus Lake Provincial Park, set among forested mountains beside a large warm freshwater lake prized for swimming and watersports; expect crowds in peak summer as this is one of the busiest park destinations in the Lower Mainland.

value: Clear Creek Campground


value: 2172 Harrison Avenue

blurb: Maritime museum in Masset's 1914 hospital building; fishing, whaling, and cannery history.

community: Masset

value: The Dixon Entrance Maritime Museum in Masset, Haida Gwaii, is housed in a historic 1914 building — the first on the islands with a concrete foundation, originally the island's first hospital. Its collections span commercial fishing, boat-building, whaling, and cannery history donated by local families, and it claims the oldest European-made artifact found in British Columbia, dredged near Langara Island. The museum also partners with the Council of the Haida Nation on language revitalization, weaving Indigenous and settler maritime heritage into a single compelling stop on Haida Gwaii.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

theme: history

value: Dixon Entrance Maritime Museum

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: low

confidence: low

label: Low

signal: small volunteer maritime museum; admission ~$3-5

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Maritime museum in Masset's 1914 first hospital, claiming BC's oldest European-made artifact; heritage-museum band.


value: 118 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada

community: Ganges

value: Mariner's Loft is a complex of seven spacious ocean-view vacation rental condos perched above Ganges Harbour on Salt Spring Island. Units are two- and three-bedroom with full kitchens, in-suite laundry, and self-check-in, located in the walkable heart of Ganges village near shops, restaurants, and the famous Saturday Market. Select suites are dog-friendly, and the property offers private parking.

value: Mariner's Loft

detail: In-suite washer and dryer located in the hall closet with laundry detergent provided; ironing board and iron also available

detail: Located in the heart of Ganges village; website references 'the island's variety of restaurants' within walking distance

signal: 2-3BR ocean-view vacation condos above Ganges Harbour; per-unit rates ~$250-350 but multi-bedroom

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: self-check-in vacation rental condos above Ganges Harbour; neither required criterion (secure bike storage or staff bike knowledge) is mentioned anywhere


value: 4981 King George Blvd, Surrey BC

community: Surrey

value: Surrey Farms is a family-operated farm market established in 1989, now farming over 400 acres and operating two retail locations in Surrey. The business is best known for its exceptional fresh berries—strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries—alongside seasonal Okanagan fruit and local vegetables. The popular U-Pick fields draw visitors from across the Lower Mainland, making this a distinctive stop for cyclists seeking fresh, locally grown produce.

value: Surrey Farms

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 655 Hillcrest Street, Coquitlam, BC V3J 6N9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (18 spaces) at 5m. Total: 18 spaces.

blurb: Outdoor leisure pool with lazy river in Mundy Park.

community: Coquitlam

value: Mundy Park Outdoor Pool is a newly renovated municipal aquatic facility within Mundy Park in Coquitlam, featuring a leisure pool with beach entry, splash area, lazy river, deep end, a separate lap pool, warming pool, and diving board. The expanded deck spaces and surrounding parkland make it a refreshing stop for touring cyclists passing through the Tri-Cities area. Formerly known as Spani Outdoor Pool, the facility reopened with modern accessibility features and universal change rooms.

value: Mundy Park Outdoor Pool

detail: Concession listed as a feature; 'Variety of tasty food options from Canuel Caterers'

detail: Universal change rooms with showers; two large accessible change/shower rooms, one equipped with a full bed and ceiling-mounted lift

signal: Admission $2 per person

detail: Water Fountain listed as a facility feature on the website

wow_evidence: Renovated outdoor leisure pool with lazy river in Mundy Park — outdoor pool anchor 2.


community: Fort St John

value: Safeway


value: 5641 Cowrie Street, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0

community: Sechelt

value: Elphinstone Cycles is a full-service community bike shop on BC's Sunshine Coast, operating two locations in Gibsons and Sechelt. The Sechelt shop offers professional sales, factory-trained mechanical service for all makes and models, and bike rentals — making it a strong resource for touring cyclists passing through. They carry an extensive lineup of mountain, road, gravel, and e-bikes from brands including Santa Cruz, Specialized, Giant, and Norco.

value: Elphi Cycles - Sechelt

detail: Website states 'Explore the Sunshine Coast on a quality rental bike. Half-day, full-day, and multi-day options. All rentals include a helmet, lock, and basic trail map.' Road/commuter and mountain options confirmed

detail: Website states 'we service all makes and models'; e-bikes are explicitly sold ('mountain, road, gravel & e-bikes from top brands') and rented, confirming e-bike service capability


value: 103-680 Berwick Rd. S, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1R1

blurb: Craft distillery in Grand Forks, BC's first female-owned; whisky and absinthe tastings.

community: Grand Forks

value: True North Distilleries is BC's first female-owned and operated craft distillery, producing a range of low-oak whiskeys (Irish, Scottish, Canadian, and American styles), full-bodied gins, absinthes, and award-winning liqueurs. Visitors can book guided Whiskey or Absinthe tasting experiences, and the Barrel Buyers Club lets enthusiasts purchase a share in a full aging barrel with a personalised boutique label at maturity. The distillery is located in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island.

kid_friendly: no

theme: art-culture

value: True North Distilleries

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Paid tasting experiences offered; craft distillery typical pricing range

wow_evidence: BC's first female-owned craft distillery with bookable tastings; pleasant day-enhancing stop.


price_band: basic

community: Kleecoot

value: The upper of two campgrounds at Sproat Lake Provincial Park, reached via Highway 4 fifteen minutes west of Port Alberni, sits above the lake and connects to the waterfront beach by a trail through a highway underpass. Warm swimming, windsurfing, and nearby access to K'ak'awin — one of BC's finest petroglyph panels — make this park worth stopping for despite the campground being a step removed from the lake.

value: Upper Campground

wow_evidence: warm swimming, windsurfing... K'ak'awin — one of BC's finest petroglyph panels


value: 2385 Allendale Road, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R2

community: Okanagan Falls

value: Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars is a family-owned estate winery in Okanagan Falls that has been producing cool-climate wines since 1991, with all grapes grown on a single contiguous site farmed by the Mavety family for nearly 50 years. The winery focuses on minimal-intervention, terroir-driven wines — sparkling, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, and reds — with hand-picked, gravity-racked fruit. Tastings are reservation-only and the winery hosts occasional events at the estate and around the broader Okanagan region.

value: Blue Mountain Winery

signal: Estate winery tasting

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: family-owned estate winery...producing cool-climate wines since 1991, with all grapes grown on a single contiguous site farmed by the Mavety family for nearly 50 years


value: 34033 Lougheed Highway

blurb: Visitor centre on the Lougheed Highway through Mission.

value: The Mission Visitor Centre is a tourism information office operated by Tourism Mission on the Lougheed Highway, serving as a gateway resource for visitors to the Mission area. Located along a major through-route in the Fraser Valley, it would be a natural stop for touring cyclists seeking local route information and area orientation. The operator Tourism Mission is distinct from the City of Mission municipal government.

dwell: quick

theme: civic

value: Mission Visitor Centre

signal: visitor centre, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Tourism Mission info office on the Lougheed corridor — VC ladder 1/2.


value: 1300 Comox Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 3P8

community: Courtenay

value: Lentelus Farms is a sustainable, agroecological mixed livestock operation in Courtenay's Comox Valley, running a farm stand described as sitting 'right in the middle of town.' Cyclists can stock up on free-range meats (chicken, pork, beef, lamb), fresh eggs, handmade sourdough bread, wildflower honey, and seasonal vegetables. The farm practices regenerative agriculture and its flooded fields serve as winter habitat for the recovering Trumpeter Swan population.

value: Lentelus Farm Stand

detail: Year-round supply of free-range poultry, pork, beef, lamb, eggs, handmade sourdough bread, wildflower honey, and seasonal vegetables sold at the farm stand and online for pickup

wow_evidence: farm stand selling free-range meats, eggs, sourdough bread, wildflower honey, and seasonal vegetables year-round


value: 1067 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M5

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; rack (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 80m; stands (6 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 32 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Fatburger on Davie Street is a casual burger restaurant in Vancouver's West End, serving fresh-never-frozen Alberta Angus beef burgers cooked to order, alongside chicken wings, hand-scooped milkshakes, and veggie options. The Canadian franchise has been operating since 2005 and is part of a chain founded in Los Angeles in 1952. It offers dine-in and takeout in a lively neighbourhood corridor popular with pedestrians and cyclists.

value: Fatburger

detail: Website lists 'veggie burgers & sandwiches'. No vegan or GF claims confirmed

wow_evidence: Canadian franchise...part of a chain founded in Los Angeles in 1952


value: 2755 Admirals Road

blurb: 1850s HBC-era schoolhouse, a National Historic Site by the Gorge waterway.

community: Saanich

value: The Craigflower Schoolhouse is reputed to be the oldest surviving school building in western Canada, erected during the colonial era as part of the Craigflower Farm operated by the Hudson's Bay Company and converted into a museum as early as 1931. It sits at the edge of Victoria near the Gorge waterway and is recognized through Wikidata and Wikipedia as part of the 'Craigflower Manor and Schoolhouse' national historic site. Touring cyclists exploring Victoria's heritage corridor would encounter a rare pre-Confederation landmark whose history spans colonial schoolmasters, the Gold Rush era, and the early settlement of Vancouver Island.

value: Craigflower Schoolhouse

signal: heritage schoolhouse with limited openings, donation entry

wow_evidence: Part of Craigflower Manor and Schoolhouse National Historic Site; reputedly western Canada's oldest school building (HBC era). Designation anchors notability 3; limited open hours cap delight.


value: 1536 Northwest Rd, Denman Island, BC V0R 1T0

community: Denman Island

value: Two Roads Farm is a farm shop on Vancouver Island tagged in OpenStreetMap as a direct-farm retail outlet. Farm shops in this region typically sell locally grown produce, eggs, and seasonal goods directly to customers. A touring cyclist passing through would likely find fresh local food, though the full range of offerings could not be confirmed.

value: Two Roads Farm


value: 950 Marine Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1R9, Canada

community: North Vancouver

value: Crispy Delight is a Persian-style pizza and sub restaurant located on Marine Drive in North Vancouver, specializing in a unique fusion of Persian-inspired spices and traditional pizza craftsmanship. The menu highlights include Persian pizza with fresh dough prepared daily, Bandari Sausage inspired by southern Iranian coastal flavors, and a range of hot and cold subs. The cozy dine-in space and online ordering for pickup and delivery make it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Crispy

signal: Pizza & subs shop; mains CA$21–33, median ~CA$24–26

wow_evidence: Persian-style pizza and subs restaurant at 950 Marine Dr, North Vancouver


blurb: Linear park along Wilson Creek in Kelowna.

community: Kelowna

value: Wilson Creek Linear Park is a nature reserve and linear greenway managed by the City of Kelowna in British Columbia. As a linear park, it likely follows a creek corridor and offers a natural off-road passage through the community. Touring cyclists passing through Kelowna may find it a pleasant, low-traffic route or rest stop along their journey.

value: Wilson Creek Linear Park

wow_evidence: Linear creek greenway; thin record.


value: 685 Harper Road, V0P

community: Quathiaski Cove

value: Island Farm To Table is a four-generation family-run organic farm and bakery on Quadra Island, drawing on 57 years of farming heritage rooted in Vernon, B.C. and Austria. Visitors can sample locally grown meats, fruits, and vegetables prepared as farm-to-table fare, and the property also offers farm stays and a sauna with cold shower. Quadra Island itself is accessible by ferry and is known for hiking, beaches, and a relaxed island pace.

value: Island Farm To Table

signal: farm-to-table farm/bakery cafe; ~$15-24

wow_evidence: four-generation family-run organic farm and bakery … 57 years of farming heritage … sauna with cold shower


value: 9100 Blundell Road, Unit 150, Richmond, BC V6Y 3X9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 51m; rack at 90m.

community: Richmond

value: A 24/7 Subway franchise in a Richmond strip mall offering the chain's standard lineup of Footlongs, 6" sandwiches, wraps, and salads. The location accepts major credit cards and offers curbside pickup and delivery in addition to dine-in. As an independently owned and operated franchise open around the clock, it is one of the few food stops in the area accessible at any hour.

value: Subway

wow_evidence: generic national fast-food franchise


value: 1226-8338 Capstan Way, Richmond, V6X 4B5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 31m; rack at 91m.

value: The Captain's Boil is a Cajun-inspired seafood boil chain where diners choose their catch — lobster, king crab, snow crab, Dungeness crab, shrimp, and more — then select a flavour sauce and spice level before digging in hands-first at the table. The menu blends Louisiana-style boil technique with Asian aromatics and proprietary seasonings in a casual, communal dining format. This Richmond location sits in the Capstan Way commercial area and is one of several BC outposts of the Canadian franchise.

value: The Captain's Boil

signal: Cajun seafood boil, build-your-own; ~$25-40pp


value: 820 20th Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 2X4

value: Papa Dave's Pizza Indian Cuisine is a local chain blending classic pizza with South Asian flavours — tandoori chicken, goat curry, biryanis, and gourmet pizzas share the same menu. The restaurant offers an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet and a full catering service, making it a stop suited to hungry group rides as well as solo cyclists. The business has operated for over two decades and pitches itself as a neighbourhood institution on the Fraser Highway corridor.

value: Papa Dave's Pizza Indian Cuisine

wow_evidence: operated for over two decades ... two locations listed on website; geographic pin mismatch reduces confidence


blurb: Community butterfly garden in Tsawwassen, planted for pollinators since 2003.

community: White Rock

value: Eva Bene Butterfly Garden is a community-run green space in Tsawwassen, BC, dedicated since 2003 to protecting and increasing local populations of butterflies, beneficial insects, and hummingbirds. It is a grassroots initiative with a public-access designation and an active Facebook community of around 185 followers. For touring cyclists, it offers a quiet natural stop in the Tsawwassen area.

label: Butterfly season

months: June July August September

value: Eva Bene Butterfly Garden

signal: community butterfly garden, free

wow_evidence: Community-run butterfly and pollinator garden since 2003; community-garden ladder. Note: located in Tsawwassen, community field says White Rock — geocode mismatch.


community: Merritt

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'


value: 2148 Main Street, Vancouver BC, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 16m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 79m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Brassneck Brewery is a well-established craft brewery on Vancouver's Main Street corridor, celebrated for a rotating lineup of inventive beers spanning crisp Kölsch to barrel-aged fruit ales and double-digit stouts. The tasting room at 2148 Main Street offers draft pours and cans to go, with food sourced from sister restaurant The Magnet. It sits in one of Vancouver's most bike-friendly neighbourhoods, making it a natural stop for cyclists exploring the city.

value: Brassneck

wow_evidence: well-established craft brewery... celebrated for a rotating lineup of inventive beers spanning crisp Kölsch to barrel-aged fruit ales and double-digit stouts


community: Langford

value: Town Pantry

subcategory: Convenience Store


blurb: Nature preserve of ancient sand dunes and aspen woods near Hudson's Hope.

community: Hudson's Hope

value: Jamieson Woods Nature Preserve is a public nature reserve near Hudson's Hope in northern BC, notable for its ancient sand dunes and likely old-growth aspen forest. Listed among the district's trail network, it sits in a remote and scenic part of the Peace River region that touring cyclists on northern BC routes may pass through.

value: Jamieson Woods Nature Preserve

wow_evidence: Preserve of ancient sand dunes and old-growth aspen near Hudson's Hope; modest distinctive feature.


value: 510 W 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1C5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; rack (3 spaces) at 35m; rack (7 spaces) at 35m; rack (5 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Liberty Wine Merchants is a Vancouver institution founded in 1986, built around artisan and small-batch wines from independent producers rather than mass-market labels. With five Lower Mainland locations — including Point Grey, Commercial Drive, and Granville Island — it also stocks a wide range of spirits, beer, cider, and sake. A touring cyclist looking to pick up a distinctive bottle for the evening would find the selection well above average for a neighbourhood bottle shop.

google_place_id: ChIJqcnxIvdzhlQRyCOAFpuCCtw

value: Liberty Wine Merchants

signal: Independent wine retail chain, not a dining venue

wow_evidence: Vancouver institution founded in 1986... five Lower Mainland locations


value: Joe & The Juice


value: 187 176 St, Surrey, BC V3S 9S4

community: Surrey

value: The Bennett Craft Kitchen is a community-oriented pub in South Surrey blending traditional English pub warmth with modern culinary creativity. The menu features locally sourced ingredients across classic pub fare including burgers, fish and chips, beef dip, and tacos, alongside craft cocktails and beer. The venue hosts weekly live events and offers private event booking including fundraiser pub nights for local organizations.

value: Bennett Craft Kitchen

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 325 East Broadway, V5T1W5

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; wall_loops (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 72m; rack (7 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 93m; rack (14 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 52 spaces.

value: AJ's Brooklyn Pizza Joint is a Vancouver pizza restaurant that has been slinging authentic Brooklyn-style pies since 2017, with a philosophy rooted in respect for craft and community. Everything is homemade — including dough that takes three days to prepare — using ingredients sourced from specific local suppliers. The restaurant offers dine-in with reservations, online ordering, and Uber Eats delivery, making it a solid stop for a hungry cyclist on East Broadway.

value: AJ's Brooklyn Pizza Joint

signal: cuisine=pizza

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: slinging authentic Brooklyn-style pies since 2017... dough that takes three days to prepare


value: 2920 Murray Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 68m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Port Moody

value: The Canteen is an ice cream cafe located on Murray Street in North Vancouver. It provides a casual refreshment stop for cyclists exploring the North Shore area.

value: The Canteen

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 6184 Ash Street, V5Z 3G9

blurb: Oakridge's neighbourhood library branch.

value: VPL Oakridge Branch is a public library in Vancouver's Oakridge neighbourhood operated by the Vancouver Public Library system. It is freely accessible to the public and offers Wi-Fi, making it a practical stop for touring cyclists needing internet access or a quiet place to rest. As part of a major urban library network, it is a well-established civic resource.

value: Oakridge Library Branch

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 2140-B Keating Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 2A6

community: Central Saanich

value: Adriana's The Whole Enchilada is a Mexican deli and restaurant in Saanichton with over 25 years of history, run by Adriana Ramírez and Wayne Adams. It is described as Vancouver Island's sole large-scale producer of corn tortillas, supplying numerous Victoria-area restaurants and retail stores. Cyclists stopping by can order takeout from a rotating weekly lunch menu of tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and taquitos, with both corn (gluten-free) and wheat menus available.

value: Adriana's The Whole Enchilada

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'Corn Menu (gluten-free)' and multiple vegetarian fillings (roasted veggies, beans & cheese) across tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and enchiladas

signal: Mexican deli/tortilleria + takeout; ~$12-16


community: Rosswood

value: A large lakeshore site on Kalum Lake with a sandy beach, boating, fishing, and 7 km of adjacent cycling trails; the 26 km West Kalum forestry road floods repeatedly in spring and heavy rain, potentially trapping campers for weeks.

value: Hart Farm Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 2355 160 Street, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 95m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Walmart Supercenter (Store 5853) in Surrey South is a large-format retail store offering groceries alongside electronics, clothing, toys, furniture, and more. As a supercenter format, it is a practical one-stop resupply point for touring cyclists needing to restock food, household supplies, or gear. The store is wheelchair accessible and includes public washrooms.

value: Walmart

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter (Store 5853)


community: Dawson Creek

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


community: Comox

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 8291 Ackroyd Road, Unit 150, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 33m; rack (covered) at 52m; rack at 65m; bollard at 94m.

value: Yanbian BBQ is a restaurant in Richmond, BC, likely specializing in the Korean-Chinese barbecue cuisine of the Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture region of northeastern China. Located in a commercial unit on Ackroyd Road, it sits within Richmond's dense and diverse dining corridor. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond would find it a distinctive option for a hearty meal.

value: Yanbian BBQ

signal: Korean-Chinese BBQ; ~$20-30pp


value: 6 km west of Alexis Creek, Highway 20, BC

community: Alexis Creek

value: A small provincial campground set in a scenic canyon right on Highway 20, with the glacier-blue Chilcotin River flowing past — the only BC Parks site along this stretch between Williams Lake and Tweedsmuir. A short riverside interpretive trail is a nice stretch, but the cold, fast river is unsafe for swimming.

value: Bull Canyon Campground


value: 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver, V6G 2V4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 35m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Westin Bayshore is a Marriott chain hotel located in Vancouver's Bayshore neighborhood. It's a full-service hotel providing standard accommodations to various travelers. For a touring cyclist, it represents a mainstream hotel option in Vancouver.

value: Westin Bayshore

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: chain 'westin'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: Marriott chain hotel ... well-established, operating Marriott chain hotel in Vancouver


value: 11666 Steveston Highway, Richmond, V7A 5J3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 14m; rack at 67m; rack at 88m.

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 765 Nelson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Wela is a fast-casual health restaurant in downtown Vancouver specializing in globally-inspired bowls, wraps, and superfood smoothies built around a Thai-rooted 'find your balance' philosophy. Founded in 2019, it offers a wide spectrum of customizable options spanning vegan, gluten-free, and omnivore diets, making it a practical and satisfying stop for touring cyclists seeking a quick nutritious meal. The restaurant also partners with Too Good To Go to reduce food waste, reflecting its sustainability-minded ethos.

value: Wela

detail: Menu pages confirm with Ⓥ and GF labels on multiple items including bowls and wraps

signal: Fast-casual health bar; bowls, wraps, smoothies; dine-in seating; market location


value: 140-5000 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 64m; stands (3 spaces) at 87m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Single V Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster founded in 2019 in South Burnaby, focusing on single-origin beans sourced from Ethiopia, Colombia, and beyond with detailed processing notes for each lot. The roaster operates out of Kingsway Plaza and is accessible from the rear parking lot on Bennett Street. Cyclists can pick up freshly roasted beans or visit the cafe, which also supplies pour-over bars at partner venues in Vancouver.

value: Single V Coffee

detail: Website has a dedicated 'PICK UP' navigation section; FAQ states 'In-store Pickup — Please wait for a confirmation text message or email before coming in to pick up your coffee.'

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: specialty coffee roaster founded in 2019... single-origin beans sourced from Ethiopia, Colombia


value: 5302 Alta Lake Road, Whistler, BC

community: Whistler

value: Tyrol Lodge is a chalet-style accommodation on Alta Lake Road in Whistler, BC, situated near the shores of Alta Lake in one of Canada's premier mountain resort communities. The Alta Lake corridor is popular with cyclists using the Valley Trail and the Sea-to-Sky corridor. No current website content is available to characterize the property further.

value: Tyrol Lodge

subcategory: Resort


value: 13737 96 Avenue, Surrey

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'


community: Gold Bridge

value: A primitive 4-site recreation site deep in Cariboo-Chilcotin country, reached by Tyaughton Lake Road and Mud Creek Forest Service Road; no confirmed facilities, so self-sufficiency is essential, but the creek-side setting and big-sky scenery draw riders, hunters, and horse packers.

value: Tyaughton Creek Recreation Site Campground

wow_evidence: primitive 4-site recreation site... no confirmed facilities, so self-sufficiency is essential


community: North Cowichan

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1 Hidden Cove Road, Telegraph Cove, V0N 2R0

community: Telegraph Cove

value: Hidden Cove Lodge is an off-the-grid, ocean-front eco-lodge nestled in the rainforests of Northern Vancouver Island on Johnstone Strait, powered by wind, solar, and generator. The property offers ocean-side cottages and a dining room, and has held TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence since 2013. It sits in a remote and spectacular wildlife corridor — orca, humpback whales, and grizzly bears are common draws — making it a notable destination lodge for cyclists exploring the northern Island Highway corridor.

value: Hidden Cove Lodge

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: off-the-grid, ocean-front eco-lodge... TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence since 2013... orca, humpback whales, and grizzly bears


value: 618A 7th Avenue, Keremeos, BC

community: Keremeos

value: Kool Beans is a coffee and ice cream shop in Keremeos, a small town along the Similkameen Valley cycling corridor in the southern Okanagan. For touring cyclists passing through on the Crowsnest or connected routes, it offers a natural stop for cold treats and a coffee fix. Keremeos is known as the 'Fruit Stand Capital of Canada,' and a local ice cream and coffee spot fits right into the town's character.

value: Kool Beans

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: coffee and ice cream shop in Keremeos


value: Ferry Dock, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC

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

value: Popina is a fast-casual canteen perched at the Ferry Dock on Granville Island, conceived by a team of celebrated Vancouver chefs who wanted to elevate street food with a lobster roll, fried chicken, falafel, and a flagship burger. The menu expands into local seafoods, specialty toasts, soft-serve, and salads, making it a compelling stop for cyclists passing through the Granville Island end of the Seawall. Being open-air and right on the waterfront, it fits naturally into a cycling day on Vancouver's waterfront routes.

value: Popina

detail: Website lists 'amazing falafel' as one of the four signature menu items, confirming at least one vegetarian option

signal: elevated fast-casual canteen, lobster roll/burger; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: conceived by a team of celebrated Vancouver chefs... Ferry Dock on Granville Island... open-air and right on the waterfront


value: 1321 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (3 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Caffè Soccavo is an Italian-style neighbourhood café on Vancouver's vibrant Commercial Drive, serving espresso, wood-fired paninos, and Neapolitan-style pizzas in a casual, soccer-watching atmosphere. The café leans into its 'Little Italy' identity with charcuterie, antipasto, and an aperitivo-hour tradition, making it a social stop rather than a grab-and-go. For touring cyclists on the Commercial Drive corridor, it offers a full sit-down meal or a quick takeout option.

value: Caffè Soccavo

detail: Multiple vegetarian options on menu (Caprese Salad, House Salad, Vinny Verdi veggie sub, Veggie pizza, Margherita pizza); vegan mozzarella substitution explicitly listed ('SUB VEGAN MOZZ'). No GF mention found


value: 7053 Glacier Street

community: Powell River

value: A Mexican restaurant located on Glacier Street, serving the local community. Specific details about amenities and dining experience could not be verified due to website access limitations.

value: Iguanas Mexican Grill

signal: Mexican grill; ~$15-24pp


value: 201-4361 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 1Z9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (3 spaces) at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 88m; stands (5 spaces) at 100m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Hon Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant located on Kingsway in Vancouver, a major east-west arterial with active cycling infrastructure. The restaurant offers indoor table service with air conditioning, making it a potential sit-down meal stop for cyclists travelling the Kingsway corridor. Card payments are accepted according to OSM data.

value: Hon Sushi

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


value: 845 Avison Way, Vancouver, V6G 3E2

blurb: Canada's largest aquarium, in Stanley Park; marine research centre since 1956.

value: The Vancouver Aquarium is a world-class marine science centre situated in Stanley Park, one of Canada's most celebrated urban parks and a hub for cycling tourism. As the largest aquarium in Canada, it is home to thousands of aquatic animals and is internationally recognized for marine research and conservation. Touring cyclists riding the Stanley Park Seawall or passing through the park will find it a prominent landmark along one of Vancouver's most iconic cycling routes.

theme: wildlife

value: Vancouver Aquarium

ownership: Private (outside BC)

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Vancouver Aquarium admission ~$45-50

detail: Directions page: ample bike racks near main entrance

detail: Confirmed (Heather 2026-07-08): standard at this venue

subcategory: Activity / Experience

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: Canada's largest and first public aquarium (1956), internationally recognized for marine research and rescue; hours-long day-shaping visit in Stanley Park.


blurb: Forest conservancy parcel in Galiano's mid-island protected network.

community: Galiano Island

value: A 47-hectare nature reserve on Galiano Island protecting carbon-dense forests and diverse ecosystems within the Mid-Island Protected Areas Network. The reserve ensures habitat connectivity between surrounding protected areas, creating an unbroken corridor from the Trincomali Channel to the Strait of Georgia. The Galiano Conservancy is actively restoring wetlands and forest plantations on this former industrial forestry and gravel extraction site.

value: Quadra Hill (DL 58)

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Conservancy corridor parcel; no visitor features described.


value: 4465 Red Mountain Rd. Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: The Ram's Head Inn is a boutique lodge established in the 1970s, situated in its own private forest within the Red Mountain ski resort just outside Rossland — described on the website as the only boutique lodge in the world with its own forest at a ski resort. It offers a range of rooms and suites decorated by local BC artists, a common lounge with fireplace, wooden hot tub, sauna, and an included breakfast that guests consistently praise as exceptional. The lodge is dog-friendly and well-positioned for cyclists exploring the Kootenay region and the Powder Highway.

value: The Ram's Head Inn

wow_evidence: boutique lodge established in the 1970s … wooden hot tub, sauna, and an included breakfast


value: 32228 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 1W8

community: Abbotsford

value: Masala Art is a contemporary Indian restaurant in Abbotsford that marries classic Indian street food with modern presentation, set inside a dining room decorated with vibrant street art. The kitchen is led by chef Rakesh Barwal and owner Naveen Rana, both of whom trained with prestigious hotel groups — including the Taj, Oberoi, and Four Seasons — across India, the Maldives, Morocco, and beyond. Touring cyclists will find a broad menu spanning vegetarian and meat dishes, with a dedicated pickup-order flow for riders on the go.

value: Masala Art Indian Restaurant

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Dishes' section with 12+ items: Shahi Paneer, Palak Paneer, Kadai Paneer, Aloo Gobhi, Bhindi Masala, Dal Makhani, Malai Kofta, and others. No vegan or GF claims found

signal: Main courses from $14.99–$15.99+; self-describes 'low costing' casual dining


value: 705 Memorial Avenue, V9K1T3

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Quality Foods is a Vancouver Island–based supermarket chain, and this Qualicum Beach location offers a full range of grocery departments including fresh produce, bakery, deli, and household goods. It serves as a well-stocked resupply point for touring cyclists on the Island's east coast route. The deli and ready-made meals section provides a convenient option for riders looking for quick, ready-to-eat food.

value: Qualicum Foods


community: Osoyoos


value: 1940 Kane Road, Kelowna, V1V 2J9

community: Kelowna

value: Great Canadian Dollar Store

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 869 Hornby Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1T9

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 18m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (8 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (8 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (68 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (3 spaces) at 97m. Total: 131 spaces.

value: ZUBU is a Japanese ramen restaurant with four Lower Mainland locations, with this downtown Vancouver outpost opening in January 2023. The menu, helmed by Executive Chef William Cao (a graduate of Kitchen Hyodo Ramen School in Oyama, Japan), centres on ramen made with locally sourced and Japanese-imported ingredients, alongside temaki, hand-made gyoza, and rice bowls. A full cocktail program rounds out the experience.

value: Zubu

signal: ramen (bone-marrow bowl $27.95); ~$18-28pp


blurb: Chemainus' visitor centre, start of the famous mural walk.

value: The Chemainus Visitor Centre is the official tourism information office for the Chemainus and District area, operated by the Chemainus + District Chamber of Commerce. Chemainus is widely known as 'The Little Town That Did,' famous for its large-scale outdoor murals depicting local history. A touring cyclist stopping here can expect local maps, route suggestions, and area information from knowledgeable staff.

days_closed: Sa Su

value: Chemainus Visitor Centre

signal: chamber visitor centre, free

wow_evidence: Chamber VC for the mural town; VC anchor band.


value: 1875 Columbia Avenue, Trail, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 35m.

blurb: The West Kootenay's biggest pool complex: 8 lanes, waterslide, steam room, fitness centre.

community: Trail

value: The Trail Aquatic & Leisure Centre is the largest aquatic and multi-sport facility between Kelowna and Cranbrook, built in 1996 and recognized with several design awards. It features an 8-lane 25-metre competition pool, leisure pool, waterslide, diving boards, steam room, and a fully equipped fitness centre. Touring cyclists looking to recover with a swim or workout in the West Kootenay will find this a substantial public facility in the heart of Trail.

value: Trail Aquatic and Leisure Centre

signal: building=civic

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Largest aquatic facility between Kelowna and Cranbrook: 8-lane pool, waterslide, steam room, fitness — strong after-ride band.


value: 10116 104 Street, Fort St John, BC V1J 4C3

blurb: Fort St. John's 12-lane bowling alley, rolling for over forty years.

community: Fort St John

value: Fort Bowling Lanes is a long-established 5-pin bowling alley in Fort St. John, BC, serving the community for over 40 years with 12 lanes including themed 'Cosmic' bowling. The venue features a snack bar offering pizza, Mac & Cheese Bites, and Mini Donuts alongside a fully licensed lounge, and can accommodate up to 120 guests — making it one of Fort St. John's primary indoor social hubs. Touring cyclists passing through this Northern BC gateway city could stop for a meal, a drink, and a few frames in a wheelchair-accessible, community-oriented setting.

value: Fort Bowling Lanes

detail: Snack bar offering Mac & Cheese Bites, Mini Donuts, and pizza (pre-order only); fully licensed lounge also on site

wow_evidence: 40-year 12-lane community bowling alley with lounge; modest social stop.


value: 20077 91A Avenue, Langley

community: Langley

value: The Old Spaghetti Factory

signal: Old Spaghetti Factory chain; ~$18-28pp


value: Otter Co-op is a locally-owned co-operative with locations across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, offering food, fuel, feed, pharmacy, and liquor services under one roof. As a member-owned business, it participates in community support programs and offers a member savings program. Touring cyclists will find it a useful multi-service stop, with the potential for groceries and fuel in one location.

value: Otter Co-op


value: 7980 BC-97, Kelowna, BC V4V 1T3, Canada

value: Jealous Fruits is a wholesale fruit and grocery business in Lake Country. Without access to its website, details about retail operations, customer access, and cycling amenities remain unverified.

value: Jealous Fruits


value: 310 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC

community: Vancouver

value: Storm Brewing is Vancouver's longest-running craft brewery, operating since 1994 out of a working brewery on Commercial Drive that customers enter through the loading dock door. Brewer James Walton and team have produced over 400 different 'Brainstorm' brews, earning a reputation as one of Canada's most creative craft beer producers — celebrated by Lonely Planet as a 'legendary local brewery.' Cyclists on the Commercial Drive corridor can pick up growler fills, tall cans, or wax-sealed bottles; the brewery's own FAQ notes customers have collected kegs by bicycle trailer.

value: Storm Growler Fills

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: Vancouver's longest-running craft brewery, operating since 1994... celebrated by Lonely Planet as a 'legendary local brewery'... customers have collected kegs by bicycle trailer


value: 15231 Thrift Ave, White Rock, BC V4B 2K9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 33m; rack at 71m.

community: White Rock

value: Hillcrest Bakery and Deli is a White Rock institution with over 40 years of history, owned by David and Sheana Moyer since 2011. David trained with a German bakery and the shop is known for hand-crafted breads, custom cakes, and deli items made entirely from scratch. Cyclists can pick up fresh baked goods, deli items, and prepared take-out dinners here.

value: Hillcrest Bakery and Deli

detail: Website has a dedicated 'Take-Out Dinners' section; customer testimonials reference picking up Irish stew, roast dinners, and other prepared hot meals

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 700 West Pender Street, Vancouver, V6C 1G8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


blurb: Parks Canada's red Adirondack chairs at a Kootenay National Park viewpoint.

community: Vermilion Crossing

value: Red Chairs is part of Parks Canada's signature program placing iconic red Adirondack-style chairs at scenic viewpoints throughout Canada's national parks, inviting visitors to pause and take in the landscape. This location sits within Kootenay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning glacially carved valleys, dramatic canyons, and fire-influenced grasslands along the historic Banff–Windermere Highway. For touring cyclists riding through the Rockies, it represents a photo-worthy and contemplative stop amid outstanding mountain scenery.

value: Red Chairs

signal: Front page states: Free admission

wow_evidence: Parks Canada red-chair viewpoint installation in Kootenay National Park; pleasant photo pause.


value: 15180 96 Avenue, Surrey, V3R 1E9

community: Surrey

value: Circle K

subcategory: Convenience Store


community: Beach Grove

value: Kernels Popcorn


value: 50530 Trans-Canada Highway

community: Boston Bar

value: Canyon Alpine Motel is a roadside motel located on the Trans-Canada Highway in the Okanagan & Thompson region of British Columbia. Its highway-side position makes it a potential overnight stop for cyclists travelling the corridor. Current operational status cannot be confirmed as the motel's website domain appears to have been taken over by an unrelated third party.

value: Canyon Alpine Motel


label: Full bike rules & etiquette

category: Transport

source: manual

value: Greater Vancouver regional transit. Bikes accepted on all modes: buses (exterior front rack, 2-bike max), SeaBus (up to 6 bikes at peak), SkyTrain Canada Line (1 bike/car, all times), Expo and Millennium lines (2 bikes/car), and West Coast Express (2 bikes/car). No bike fee on any mode. On the Expo and Millennium lines, bikes aren't allowed on westbound trains 7-9 am or eastbound trains 4-6 pm on weekdays; Canada Line has no time restrictions. E-bikes ride on the bus rack with the lithium battery removed and carried on board, bike under 25 kg (55 lb); scooter and moped-style e-bikes aren't allowed. In summer (mid-June to early September), the seasonal 900 Bike Bus runs Fridays, weekends, and holidays between Bridgeport Station and the Tsawwassen ferry terminal with room for 10 bikes, hourly and timed to ferry sailings, a bike-friendly way through the Massey Tunnel, which you can't cycle. New to putting your bike on transit? It is easier than it looks, and it opens up a lot of BC. TransLink's Bikes on Transit page walks you through it: short videos on loading the front rack, etiquette tips, and guidance for every kind of bike. Worth a look before your first trip.

value: TransLink

detail: battery removed and carried on board, bike under 25 kg; no scooter/moped-style

origin: transport

detail: Bikes free on bus (2-bike front racks), SkyTrain, SeaBus, West Coast Express; peak-direction limits on Expo/Millennium

subcategory: Bus / Public Transit

wow_evidence: Greater Vancouver regional transit


community: Cheekye

value: Walk-in campsites ringing a popular Squamish-area swimming lake, reached via ~2.5 km of Cheekeye Forest Service Road off Hwy 99; recurring bear activity requires strict food storage discipline.

value: Cat Lake Overflow camping

wow_evidence: popular Squamish-area swimming lake


value: 776 Kingsway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack at 34m; rack at 42m; rack at 58m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 64m; rack at 64m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 70m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 71m; stands (6 spaces) at 84m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Analog Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 20376 86 Avenue, Langley, V2Y 3P8

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

value: Brodeur's Bistro is a sit-down restaurant in Langley, BC, serving a distinctive blend of Montreal and New Orleans cuisine including poutine prepared multiple ways. It operates as a full-service bistro with table reservations, a beverage and happy hour menu, and online ordering. Touring cyclists looking for a hearty regional meal in the Langley area will find it a solid stop.

value: Brodeur's Bistro

signal: Montreal/NOLA bistro, poutine; ~$18-28pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 4415 Skyline Drive, Burnaby, BC V5C 5Y1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; rack (10 spaces) at 77m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Café Solo is a Ricky's-branded family restaurant in Burnaby serving all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner as part of a Canadian chain that has operated since 1962. This location is a dual-branded facility (Ricky's and Famoso) with both a dining room and a patio. Touring cyclists will find a full sit-down meal option with takeout and delivery also available.

value: Ricky's Grill

signal: Ricky's/Famoso family restaurant; ~$16-26pp


community: Langford

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 20m; rack (6 spaces) at 39m; stands (8 spaces) at 74m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 4M1

value: Yogen Früz is a long-running international frozen yogurt franchise founded in 1986, with over 1,300 locations in more than 40 countries. This Burnaby outlet on Kingsway offers frozen yogurt, smoothies, matcha drinks, and milk teas with health-focused bases including dairy-free and no-sugar-added options. It is a takeout-focused counter-service stop suited to cyclists needing a quick cold treat along this busy commercial corridor.

value: Yogen Früz

detail: Website menu lists 'dairy free and vegan sorbet' as a base option; also offers nonfat, no-sugar-added, and kosher bases

wow_evidence: long-running international frozen yogurt franchise... over 1,300 locations in more than 40 countries


value: 1519 Admirals Road

community: View Royal

value: Canadian Tire


value: 302 Royal Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 4 spaces.

blurb: 1859 steamboat captain's home, one of BC's oldest houses.

community: New Westminster

value: Irving House is one of the oldest community heritage sites in British Columbia, a well-preserved 1859 colonial home built for Captain William Irving, a prominent figure in early Fraser River steamboat navigation. Operated by the City of New Westminster, it offers visitors a step back into 19th-century domestic life in the province's first capital. Touring cyclists riding through the Lower Mainland will find it a compact, walkable stop in the heart of historic New Westminster.

days_closed: Mo Tu

value: Irving House

signal: city-operated 1859 heritage house, free/donation admission

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: 1859 colonial home of Captain William Irving, among BC's oldest surviving houses (Helmcken House band 3/2).


value: 1080 Hornby Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (5 spaces) at 85m; bollard (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; bollard (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 98m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: WorldMark Vancouver - The Canadian

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: WorldMark timeshare suites (The Canadian), downtown Vancouver; $180-240


value: Unit 2133—4500 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 35m; stands (3 spaces) at 63m; building (4 spaces) at 74m; stands (15 spaces) at 78m; stands (6 spaces) at 84m; stands at 84m; stands at 84m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 94m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 94m; stands (covered) at 99m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Old Xian's Food is a fast-casual Chinese chain specializing in the bold regional flavours of Xi'an, including hand-pulled wide belt noodles, cold noodles, and meat-filled burgers (roujiamo). The Burnaby location on Kingsway operates a hybrid restaurant-and-mart concept, selling grab-and-go hot bowls, bento boxes, sauces, and frozen goods alongside dine-in and takeout meals. The chain has received coverage in local food media for bringing relatively uncommon Northwestern Chinese cuisine to Metro Vancouver.

value: Old Xian's Food


value: 6348 Fraser street, Vancouver, BC V5W 3A4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Pho Hong on Fraser is a family-operated Vietnamese restaurant that has anchored its South Vancouver neighbourhood since 1998, built on a signature pho broth slow-cooked for 24 hours using AA-AAA Canadian beef. The menu spans pho variations, bún bò Huế, grilled-meat rice and noodle bowls, fresh salad rolls, and takeout-only bánh mì with all fillings made in-house. It is a well-established local spot with a loyal following and a broad menu that accommodates omnivores and vegans alike.

value: Pho Hong on Fraser

detail: 'Take away' listed as a service on the homepage; bánh mì section is explicitly marked 'TAKE OUT ONLY'; delivery available via Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Skip the Dishes

detail: Multiple menu items marked 🌿 vegan: vegetarian bánh mì (B4 BÁNH MÌ CHAY), veggie spring rolls (A2 CHẢ GIÒ CHAY), vegetable salad rolls (A4 BÌ CUỐN CHAY); PHỞ SATE notes 'Vegan option available'. No gluten-free confirmation found

signal: Pho shop; mains $15–19.95; family eatery since 1998; no upscale markers


community: Maple Ridge

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 4717 Lakelse Avenue

community: Terrace

value: Pita Pit

signal: chain 'pita pit'


value: 3199 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 86m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Walmart Supercentre is a large-format big-box retail store in Courtenay offering a full grocery section alongside electronics, clothing, toys, and household goods. As one of the largest retail destinations on the mid-Island, it provides a one-stop resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the Comox Valley. The store (number 3163) is located on Cliffe Avenue, a major commercial corridor in Courtenay.

value: Walmart Supercentre


value: 4455 Skyline Drive, Burnaby, V5C 0H6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: BC Liquor Store is a provincial government-operated off-licence retail outlet, one of 198 BCLIQUOR locations across British Columbia, selling wine, spirits, beer, ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages. This Burnaby location sits on Skyline Drive and carries the standard broad BCLIQUOR product range. It operates as a walk-in retail store with no on-site food service or cyclist support infrastructure noted.

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 501 Belleville St., Victoria, BC V8V 2H2, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 43m; rack (8 spaces) at 66m; rack (40 spaces) at 73m; rack at 78m. Total: 48 spaces.

blurb: BC's 1898 Parliament Buildings on the Inner Harbour; free public tours.

community: Victoria

value: The BC Parliament Buildings are Victoria's most iconic landmark, housing the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia on the Inner Harbour since 1898. Touring cyclists arriving in the city will find public tours of the ornate Romanesque Revival chambers, a gift shop, and an on-site dining room. The buildings sit at the heart of Victoria's tourist core, making them a natural waypoint on any tour of the city.

setting: mixed

value: British Columbia Parliament Buildings

detail: Website navigation lists 'Dining Room' as a distinct on-site facility under the Visit section

origin: manual

signal: BC Parliament public tours, free

wow_evidence: Victoria's defining landmark since 1898 — international visitors know it; free tours, Inner Harbour setting. Clear notability-4 band.


value: 385 Menzies Street, V8V 0C2

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands at 16m; stands at 21m; stands at 55m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 86m; rack (6 spaces, covered) at 90m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 90m; rack (16 spaces) at 96m. Total: 38 spaces.

blurb: James Bay public library branch with a Lekwungen place name.

value: The sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay Branch is a neighbourhood branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library, opened in April 2018 and named with a Lekwungen place name honouring the traditional territory on which it sits. It sits in the heart of James Bay, one of Victoria's most cycle-friendly and historically rich neighbourhoods, just a short ride from the Inner Harbour and Beacon Hill Park. As a public library branch, it offers public computers, a broad physical and digital collection, and a welcoming indoor space for anyone passing through the area.

value: sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 6631 Island Hwy N 102 Unit 102, Nanaimo, BC V9T 4T7, Canada

community: Jayem

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 815 Denman Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Ukrainian Village Restaurant is a sit-down Ukrainian restaurant located at the corner of Robson and Denman Street in downtown Vancouver, serving homemade classics like borscht, perogies, and cabbage rolls made from traditional recipes. It sits on Denman Street, a well-travelled cycling corridor connecting Stanley Park to the broader West End, making it a natural stop for cyclists exploring the area. The restaurant also has a bar component and accepts reservations by phone.

value: Ukrainian Village Restaurant

signal: Ukrainian, borscht/perogies/cabbage rolls; ~$14-22pp


value: 17617 56 Avenue, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 92m.

value: An Indian restaurant in Surrey specializing in dosas, the traditional South Indian rice flour flatbread. Appears to be a family operation based on the restaurant's name.

value: Mom's Dosa Palace

signal: South Indian dosa; ~$13-20pp


value: 2181 McNeill Road, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0

blurb: Outdoor municipal pool, a rare public swim stop on the north island.

community: Port McNeill

value: The Town of Port McNeill Swimming Pool is a publicly accessible outdoor municipal pool operated by the Town of Port McNeill on northern Vancouver Island. It offers community swim lessons and recreational swimming in one of the few public pool facilities along the remote northern stretch of the Island Highway corridor. For touring cyclists, it serves as a welcome community hub and refreshment stop in an otherwise sparsely serviced region.

value: Port McNeill Swimming Pool

wow_evidence: Outdoor municipal pool — outdoor pool anchor = delight 2.


value: 1883 Fort Street, V8R 1K1

value: A Japanese and Asian sushi restaurant in Victoria's Jubilee area offering dine-in service. Online ordering is available, making it convenient for touring cyclists to grab a meal without waiting.

value: Togo Sushi

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


value: 504-11850 Oceola Road, Lake Country, BC V4V 2T5

community: Lake Country

value: GOGO Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in Lake Country's Oceola Road commercial area serving sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, noodles, donburi, and a range of specialty rolls. The kitchen makes its sauces — including teriyaki and ponzu — in-house, and the menu features clearly labelled vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options alongside lunch specials. Both dine-in and takeout are available, making it a convenient stop on a ride through the Lake Country corridor.

value: GOGO Sushi

detail: Homepage states 'Come dine in or take out'; contact page specifies 'Take-out last call is 8:15 pm'

detail: Menu page explicitly labels multiple items as Gluten Free, Vegetarian, and Vegan (e.g., Edamame, Seaweed Salad, Vegetable Gyoza, Brown Rice, Miso Soup)

signal: Lunch combos $17–25, appetizers $6–18; mains in casual range


value: 3458 Sawmill Crescent, V5S 0E3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (22 spaces) at 50m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (4 spaces) at 69m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (6 spaces) at 81m; stands (12 spaces) at 84m; stands (20 spaces) at 86m. Total: 74 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 1748 Capilano Road, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3B4

community: North Vancouver

value: A family-owned 95-room motel with an alpine aesthetic, situated 10 minutes north of downtown Vancouver near the Capilano Suspension Bridge, Grouse Mountain, and the Sea to Sky highway to Whistler. Room options range from standard queen beds to full kitchen suites and extended-stay units, making it a practical multi-night base for cyclists exploring the North Shore trail network. Free parking for vehicles and vans is highlighted, and the surrounding area offers direct access to hiking and biking trails.

value: Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - North Vancouver

detail: 'Grab and go breakfast' explicitly offered for king bed room and extended-stay guests; complimentary daily breakfast included for all guests

detail: On-site coin laundry listed on the amenities page and referenced on the front page

detail: Website states Park Royal shopping centre with 'many dining options' is nearby

signal: chain 'econo lodge'

wow_evidence: family-owned 95-room motel… free parking for vehicles and vans


value: 607 Legion Road, V8C 2G7;V8C 1X6

community: Kitimat

value: Rosario's is a long-established family restaurant in Kitimat with over 40 years in business, known for comfort foods like fresh halibut fish and chips, homemade daily soups, and Caesar salad. The newly renovated lounge features locally tapped Sherwood Mountain beers and a full bar. The menu flexibly accommodates gluten intolerance, lactose intolerance, and vegetarian diets, with fresh pizza dough made in-house daily.

value: Rosarios Restaurant

detail: Website states the menu caters to those with lactose intolerance, gluten intolerance, and vegetarian diets

signal: family comfort food, fish & chips; ~$16-26pp


value: 7191 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

value: Pizza Pizza

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'


value: 888 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, V3M 0C6

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 411 Front Street, Kaslo, BC

community: Kaslo

value: Kaslo Front Street Market is a family-owned and operated community grocery store in Kaslo, BC, serving locals for over a decade. It stocks fresh BC produce, Alberta beef, local Konig sausage, deli meats, cheeses, and a range of ready-to-eat items from the in-store deli and bakery. For touring cyclists passing through the Kootenays, it offers a well-rounded resupply stop in a small mountain town on Kootenay Lake.

value: Kaslo Front Street Market

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: family-owned and operated community grocery store...fresh BC produce, Alberta beef, local Konig sausage, deli meats, cheeses, and a range of ready-to-eat items


value: 38116 Second Avenue, Squamish

community: Squamish

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: 2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay, British Columbia V9P 9J9

blurb: Nanoose Bay's volunteer-run community centre.

community: Nanoose Bay

value: Nanoose Place Community Centre is a volunteer-run, non-profit hub in Nanoose Bay that has served the local community since 1992, offering fitness classes, pickleball, floor curling, seniors programs, and rentable event halls. It is operated by the Nanoose Bay Activities and Recreation Society (NBARS) and also functions as a designated emergency reception centre for the area. The surrounding grounds include Eswyn's Alpine & Rock Garden, a volunteer-established feature that adds a quiet outdoor element.

value: Nanoose Place Community Centre

wow_evidence: Volunteer non-profit centre with fitness and pickleball programs plus rentals; modest public offering (KW rentals partially false positive).


value: Tutshi Lake, Stikine Region, BC V0W 1A0, Canada

blurb: Conservancy on Tutshi Lake, the Tlingit 'charcoal lake' of the far northwest.

community: Pavey

value: Tutshi Lake/T'ooch' Áayi Conservancy protects the eastern half of Tutshi Lake, a culturally significant body of water whose Tlingit name means 'charcoal lake', referencing its distinctively dark water. Established through the Wóoshtin Wudidaa Atlin Taku Land Use Plan and a Taku River Tlingit First Nation Strategic Engagement Agreement, the conservancy sits roughly 65 kilometres northwest of Atlin in a remote corner of northwest BC. The lake supports high-value lake trout habitat and represents a rare example of co-governed protected land in the region.

value: Tutshi Lake/T'ooch' Áayi Conservancy

wow_evidence: Conservancy over the dark-water 'charcoal lake' of Tlingit naming; scenic far-north lake along the South Klondike corridor.


value: 427 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3

value: Days Inn Victoria on the Harbour is a four-storey harbourfront hotel situated steps from Victoria's Inner Harbour, Parliament Buildings, and waterfront cycling trails. The property offers a range of rooms including kitchenette suites alongside a full harbourfront restaurant and bar with garden patio seating. Complimentary on-site parking is available for guests, making it a convenient downtown base for cyclists arriving by vehicle or needing secure car storage during a tour.

value: Days Inn - Victoria On The Harbour

detail: On-site Harbourfront Restaurant & Bar offers all-day dining with dinner and evening drinks on a harbour-view garden patio; website also notes the hotel is 'steps from craft breweries'

signal: chain 'days inn'


value: 101-5400 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2E9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 9m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 58m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Trek Bicycle Burnaby is a full-service Trek and Bontrager brand shop on Kingsway in Burnaby, offering sales, parts, clothing, and professional repair on bikes of any brand or make. The shop is a reliable stop for touring cyclists thanks to its walk-in, no-appointment repair model and fast 24-hour service turnaround — with a complimentary demo bike provided if that window is missed. Additional perks include free multi-point inspections, free accessory installation, and local ride recommendations from staff.

value: Trek Bicycle Burnaby

detail: Service page: 'We offer 24-hour service turnaround on bikes of any brand, including all e-bikes.'

detail: Website: '24-hour turnaround on most service jobs'; if turnaround exceeds 24 hours, a complimentary demo bike is provided. Customer review corroborates: bike returned in under 24 hours

detail: No appointment needed. Stop by one of our bike service centers today, and our expert in-store technicians will have your ride rolling like new in no time at all.

detail: We know being without your bike is the worst. That's why we offer fast, 24-hour turnaround on most service jobs. We service all makes & models.

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: 24-hour service turnaround on bikes of any brand, including all e-bikes. No appointment needed


value: 2245 160 Street, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Five Guys

signal: chain 'five guys'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 630a Campbell St, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: Naas Foods is an Indigenous-owned specialty shop in Tofino selling premium wild kelp seasonings, seafood packages, and custom sport fish processing services from their Campbell Street storefront. They source kelp from Ahousaht waters and support the T'aaq-wiihak indigenous fishery, making this one of the most distinctly local food stops on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Touring cyclists can pick up ready-to-prepare seafood packages or browse kelp-based seasonings to take on the road.

value: Naas Foods

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned specialty shop...source kelp from Ahousaht waters and support the T'aaq-wiihak indigenous fishery


value: 1265 Sam Toy Avenue, Quesnel, British Columbia, Canada

community: Lust Subdivision

value: Dolly's Reach is a family-run wood-fired pizza restaurant in Quesnel, BC, operating since 2017 with two generations of family expertise in horticulture and food craft. The menu leans heavily on produce from their own farm and local growers, featuring house-made doughs, sauces, and seasonal cheesecakes. Cyclists will find a welcoming outdoor patio surrounded by the garden that supplies the kitchen, offering cocktails, mocktails, and hearty farm-to-table meals.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Dolly's Reach

detail: Menu lists Garden pizza (vegetarian: red sauce, tomatoes, mushrooms, onion, peppers, basil, mozzarella, feta), Garden Salad, and multiple items served with 'gluten free crackers' (Grazing Board, Charcuterie Board). GF crackers indicate gluten-free awareness; vegetarian options are explicitly present

signal: Family wood-fired pizza restaurant, farm produce

wow_evidence: family-run wood-fired pizza restaurant ... operating since 2017 ... produce from their own farm and local growers


value: 1172 Main Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 77m.

community: Smithers

value: UFO Ukrainian Food Awesome is a restaurant serving Ukrainian cuisine on Main Street in BC's North Coast region. The playful acronym name — Ukrainian Food Awesome — hints at a casual, character-driven dining experience. For touring cyclists riding through this relatively remote corridor, a sit-down restaurant specializing in hearty Eastern European fare could be a welcome and memorable stop.

value: UFO Ukrainian Food Awesome

signal: Ukrainian sit-down; ~$15-24pp


value: 2104 Columbia Avenue, Rossland, B.C. V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: Alpine Grind is Rossland's favourite coffee shop and eatery, centrally located on the main drag of a town that bills itself as Canada's Mountain Bike Capital, with the legendary 35km IMBA Epic Seven Summits trail system radiating from town. The café serves locally roasted Oso Negro espresso, fresh-baked goods, hearty frittata breakfast bagels, and Neapolitan-style pizzas on select evenings, with seating on a street-front patio and a back deck. It has a second location at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, and features a rotating gallery of local and regional artwork on its walls.

value: Alpine Grind

detail: Gluten-free baked goods made in-house; 'Happy Veggie' bagel sandwich on the menu; oat, soy, and almond milk alternatives available for all drinks

wow_evidence: Canada's Mountain Bike Capital… legendary 35km IMBA Epic Seven Summits trail system… second location at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail


value: 1591 56 Street

community: Delta

value: Shell


value: 4879 Delta Street, V4K 2T9

value: Niagara Pizza has been a Ladner community institution since 1975, run by the same family across two generations. Located in the Harbourside Strip Mall, it offers a broad scratch-made menu spanning homemade pizzas, classic Greek dishes (spanakopita, souvlaki, saganaki), steaks, seafood, and pasta. The 85-seat dining room can accommodate large groups, and takeout and local delivery are also available.

value: Niagara Falls Resaurant

detail: Website states: 'give us a call for convenient takeout or delivery (in Ladner only).'

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 1100 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2B6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (8 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: The Edge Social Grille & Lounge is the on-site restaurant of the Best Western Premier Chateau Granville Hotel, situated on the Granville Street side of the hotel in the heart of Vancouver's Entertainment District. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, with a full bar featuring BC wines by the glass and a menu of locally sourced Canadian dishes. The outdoor seating faces Granville Street, placing it in the middle of one of downtown Vancouver's busiest pedestrian corridors.

value: The Edge

detail: Website states 'gluten-free and vegetarian options across the menu' and 'gluten-free and vegetarian options run across every service' for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

signal: hotel social grille & lounge; ~$18-28pp


value: 431 Bowen Island Trunk Road, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Bowen Island

value: An ice cream window located within the Union Steamship Co. Marina complex in Snug Cove, Bowen Island — a historic boutique marina resort just minutes from the ferry terminal. Cyclists arriving on Bowen Island by ferry would pass directly through Snug Cove, making this a natural first or last stop on any island ride. The broader marina complex also includes a boardwalk Company Store stocking local souvenirs and a well-stocked Chandlery.

value: USSC Marina Ice Cream


value: 9100 Blundell Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 4m; rack (covered) at 45m; rack at 48m; rack at 52m; rack at 71m; rack (covered) at 81m.

community: Richmond

value: Chatime


blurb: Free contemporary gallery inside Douglas College.

community: New Westminster

value: The Amelia Douglas Gallery is a public art gallery located on the third floor of Douglas College, showcasing works by emerging and established artists with a focus on contemporary practice. Named after a historical figure significant to British Columbia, it serves as a cultural hub within the college community. Touring cyclists stopping in the area can visit for free cultural programming alongside other campus amenities.

value: Amelia Douglas Gallery

signal: college public gallery, free

wow_evidence: Free college gallery on Douglas College's third floor — ordinary gallery.


value: 3311 Denman Road, Denman Island, BC V0R 1T0

blurb: Potter's studio-gallery on Denman Island; wood-fired work with melted beach glass.

community: Denman Island

value: Lilac Sun Pottery is an artist's studio and gallery on Denman Island where the resident potter creates textured sculptural and functional ceramic pieces fired using wood, smoke, or electric kilns. The work is inspired by nature's constant changes and includes distinctive pieces such as wood-fired dishes with melted beach glass and textured flat vases. It is a distinctive cultural stop for cyclists exploring Denman Island's quiet rural roads.

value: Lilac Sun Pottery

signal: osm fee=no

wow_evidence: Working potter's studio-gallery with distinctive wood-fired beach-glass pieces.


value: 101-1981 Wilfert Rd, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Good Life Juice is a Vancouver Island-based cold-pressed juice and health food shop offering unpasteurized juices, nut milks, smoothies, cleanses, salads, bowls, and soups made from fresh produce. The shop operates a walk-in fridge stocked seven days a week with no pre-order required, making it an easy stop for a nutrient-packed pick-me-up. They also supply commercial clients across Vancouver Island including hotels, restaurants, and local distilleries.

value: Good Life Juice

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'