value: 1754 Beaufort Ave, Comox, BC V9M 1R6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 24m; bollard (4 spaces) at 85m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Comox

value: Martine's Bistro is a chef-owned fine-dining restaurant in Comox, BC, open since 2004 and celebrated as one of Vancouver Island's top restaurants. The kitchen sources fresh halibut from resident fishermen at the Comox Marina and herbs from its own garden, rotating weekly specials on a 'Fresh Sheet.' The patio overlooks the harbour and marina, and the Comox Wharf is just a block away — a natural stop for cyclists touring the Island.

value: Martine's Bistro

detail: About page explicitly flags 'VEGAN FRIENDLY GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS'; menu marks GF dishes and offers vegetarian/vegan tofu substitutions across multiple mains

signal: chef-owned fine dining, top island restaurant, halibut/garden; ~$40-60pp

wow_evidence: chef-owned fine dining restaurant in Comox, BC, open since 2004... sources fresh halibut from resident fishermen at the Comox Marina


source: enrichment

value: 32500 South Fraser Way

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 49m; rack (6 spaces) at 70m; rack (2 spaces) at 82m. Total: 10 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Abbotsford

value: APAG Filipino Cuisine is a Filipino restaurant in Chilliwack. Located on South Fraser Way, it serves Filipino cuisine and provides a dining option for both locals and touring cyclists in the area.

value: APAG Filipino Cuisine

source: osm

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: medium

label: Casual

signal: Filipino restaurant; $15-25/person

source: judgement

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: Filipino restaurant in Chilliwack


value: 4295 Blackcomb Way, Whistler

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

community: Whistler

value: Freshii

origin: chain

ownership: Buy Canadian

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'freshii'


community: Duncan

value: Starbucks

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'starbucks'

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: info


value: 1445 Main Street, North Vancouver, V7J 1C9

bike_repair_offered: unclear

category: Bike Services

community: North Vancouver

value: Different Bikes is a bicycle shop located on Main Street in North Vancouver, serving the North Shore cycling community. As a dedicated bike shop in an area known for both urban commuting and mountain biking access, it is likely a useful stop for touring cyclists passing through the region. No further details about the shop's services or specialties could be confirmed due to website unavailability.

value: Different Bikes

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: dedicated bike shop ... serving the North Shore cycling community


value: 8045 204 Street, Langley, V2Y5K1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (6 spaces) at 30m; bollard (4 spaces) at 49m; bollard (4 spaces) at 61m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Papa John's is a national pizza chain franchise located in a strip-mall unit in Langley, BC, offering takeout pizza. Touring cyclists passing through the area can pick up a ready-made or custom pizza order by phone or in person. No drive-through is available, making it a walk-in or call-ahead stop.

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'

wow_evidence: national pizza chain franchise


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

category: Groceries

value: BC Liquor Store

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

subcategory: Liquor Store


community: Maple Ridge


value: 1301 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1R9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 16m; rack at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; rack at 58m; rack at 72m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Little June is a neighbourhood café nestled in the heritage building at the heart of Fernwood Square, one of Victoria's most distinctive communities. Founded by a former bush pilot who learned to roast coffee in a Yellowknife bathroom at -40°, it serves an entirely house-made menu of breakfast and lunch dishes built around seasonal ingredients from local farms. The cosy spot draws on its 110-year-old building's history while offering everything from grab-and-go baked goods to lingering egg dishes and locally sourced beer and wine.

value: Little June

detail: Menu lists 'gluten free oat' cookie, 'Roasted veggie and Havarti sandwich', grain bowl, and daily farm-inspired salad, confirming vegetarian and gluten-free options

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1003 Ocean Place, V0N 2R0

category: Accommodation

community: Hyde Creek

value: A two-suite B&B set on 2.3 acres in the rural Hyde Creek community near Port McNeill, offering sweeping ocean views of Broughton Strait and a three-minute walk to a wildlife-rich beach frequented by orcas, eagles, and dolphins. The property is run exclusively by Rolf Hicker, an award-winning professional wildlife and nature photographer with over 35 years of experience, who offers private custom photo tours — grizzly watching, whale watching, Cape Scott — available only to his guests. It sits at the gateway to the Broughton Archipelago and is within easy reach of Telegraph Cove and Port Hardy.

value: The Artists Point B&B

label: Rock-bottom

signal: name~'b&b'

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: run exclusively by Rolf Hicker, an award-winning professional wildlife and nature photographer... private custom photo tours... available only to his guests


value: Unit 131 - 810 Quayside Dr Rivermarket, New Westminster, BC V3M 6B9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 31m; stands (10 spaces) at 37m; rack at 62m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Ninja Bubble Tea is a handcrafted bubble tea and Asian fusion café founded in 2013, now operating three locations across BC's Lower Mainland. The menu spans classic tapioca milk teas, artisanal designer teas, fresh poke bowls, Filipino halo-halo shaved ice, and comfort food items like mac and cheese. The New Westminster location sits inside the Rivermarket complex on Quayside Drive.

value: Ninja Bubble Tea


value: Squamish-Lillooet B, BC, Canada, Squamish-Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0, Canada

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: neutral

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

season: summer

category: Camping

community: MacNeill

source: camping

value: A forested rec site on Cayoosh Creek with direct Highway 99 access between Lillooet and Pemberton; a straightforward pull-off with no stated amenities beyond the creek setting and 17 sites.

value: Cottonwood Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 967 Venture Way, Gibsons

community: Gibsons

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 272 Gorge Road West, V9A 1M7

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 38m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 55m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 56m; rack (4 spaces) at 56m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Fairway Market is a family-owned Vancouver Island grocery chain founded in 1963, now operating nine locations across the island. The Gorge Centre store offers a full-service supermarket experience including a deli, produce, bakery, Asian Kitchen, and Sushi Village prepared-food counters. It is a solid provisioning stop for cyclists touring through the Gorge Road corridor of Saanich.

value: Fairway Market Gorge Centre

detail: Website lists Asian Kitchen and Sushi Village as in-store departments, indicating prepared and hot food availability

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 15735 Croydon Drive, Unit 112, Surrey, BC V3Z 2L5

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack at 14m; rack at 46m; rack at 58m; rack at 77m; rack at 95m.

community: Surrey

value: Everything Wine is a BC-based specialty wine and spirits retailer carrying a broad selection of wine by region, variety, and occasion, alongside beer, cider, and spirits. The Surrey location sits in a strip-mall unit and is part of a multi-store chain. Cyclists passing through could pick up wine, craft beer, or cider for the evening, though the store offers no on-site consumption.

value: Everything Wine

signal: Specialty wine/spirits retail chain, not a dining venue

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: multi-store chain... no on-site consumption


value: 5694 12 Avenue, Tsawwassen, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 55m.

community: Delta

value: Wood N Frog Coffee Company is a cozy café in Tsawwassen (Delta, BC) positioned close to the BC Ferries terminal—a natural refuelling point for cyclists arriving or departing by ferry. The café is known for artisan espresso drinks, freshly made sandwiches and wraps, and homemade baked goods including scones, croissants, and coconut cake. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are woven throughout the menu, and the welcoming atmosphere has earned it a loyal following among both locals and ferry travellers.

value: Wood N Frog Coffee Company

detail: Website states 'wide range of gluten-free options shows its commitment to catering to all dietary preferences'; menu lists vegetarian items including warm havarti veggie baguette and quinoa veggie wrap


value: 9500 Alaska Road North, Fort St. John, BC

community: Fort St John

value: A Super 8 by Wyndham franchise motel located on Alaska Road North in Fort St. John, a major service centre near the start of the Alaska Highway. For northbound touring cyclists, Fort St. John represents one of the last substantial urban stops before the more remote stretches of the highway corridor. The property participates in the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program.

value: Super 8 by Wyndham Fort St. John BC

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: chain 'super 8'

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: Super 8 by Wyndham franchise motel


category: Transport

community: Salmon Arm

source: llm-examine

value: Locally owned 24/7 on-demand taxi service based in Salmon Arm, BC, operating year-round. No bike policy is stated on their website.

value: Salmon Arm Taxi (1978) Ltd.

origin: transport

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail

wow_evidence: locally owned 24/7 on-demand taxi service based in Salmon Arm


value: 1103 Chilcotin Highway

community: Bella Coola

value: A luxury wilderness lodge in Bella Coola on BC's Central Coast, nestled between the Coastal Mountains within the Great Bear Rainforest. The property offers 10 spacious guest rooms with mountain views and private bathrooms, plus a common area with complimentary coffee and tea. A rare full-service accommodation option for cyclists reaching the end of Highway 20.

value: Bella Coola Eagle Lodge

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Explicit 'Luxury Wilderness Lodge' brand; world-class/exceptional service positioning


value: 109-7088 West Saanich Rd, Brentwood Bay, BC

community: Central Saanich

value: Politano Cafe is listed as a cafe in Sidney, BC on OpenStreetMap. No business website content is available to describe the offering, atmosphere, or what a touring cyclist would find here. Physical existence and current operation cannot be verified from available sources.

value: Politano Cafe


value: 592 3 AVE, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

community: Fernie

value: Mugshots is a neighbourhood cafe in Fernie, BC, serving all-day breakfast, lunch, quality coffee, fresh baked goods, and sweet treats from its cabinet. The cafe also offers catering services and a rentable event space, making it a versatile stop in a busy outdoor-recreation hub. Fernie is a major destination for mountain biking and backcountry travel, and this cafe serves both locals and passing visitors.

value: Mug Shots

region: Kootenay Rockies

wow_evidence: neighbourhood cafe in Fernie, BC


value: 554 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (14 spaces) at 10m; stands (16 spaces) at 13m; stands (12 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (8 spaces) at 48m; rack at 63m; rack at 97m. Total: 52 spaces.

value: Momi Noodle is a downtown Victoria restaurant specializing in authentic Guilin rice noodles, street snacks, and handcrafted Asian drinks. The menu centres on individual claypot hotpot noodles and traditional rice noodle bowls, with catering also available. Customer reviews highlight soul-soothing broths and a cozy atmosphere, making it a notable dining stop on Pandora Avenue.

value: Momi Noodle

detail: Menu lists explicitly meat-free options including 'H6. Mix vege Mushroom Soup hotpot noodle (漓江野菌吊锅粉)' and 'B14. Chinese Cucumber Salad (凉拌黄瓜)'

signal: Mains $16.95–$24.50; sit-down noodle house


community: Kamloops

value: Opa

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 22098 Canyon Dr, Hudson's Hope, BC V0C 1V0, Canada

blurb: Visitor centre atop the W.A.C. Bennett Dam, one of the world's largest earth-fill dams.

category: Attractions

community: Hudson's Hope

value: The W.A.C. Bennett Dam Visitor Centre is operated by BC Hydro at one of Canada's largest earth-fill hydroelectric dams, situated in the Peace River region of Northern BC near Hudson's Hope. Cyclists tackling the remote roads of this corner of the province can stop to explore exhibits on the dam's construction and its role in BC's power grid. The site itself — overlooking the massive Williston Reservoir — is a striking destination in its own right.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

planning: check-ahead

setting: mixed

theme: science-family

value: W.A.C. Bennett Dam Visitor Centre

ownership: Public

band_key: low

confidence: low

label: Low

signal: BC Hydro dam visitor centre; tour admission ~$10-12

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: BC Hydro centre at one of the world's largest earth-fill dams over Williston Reservoir — provincially famous megaproject; exhibit visit is a solid science-family stop.


value: 768 Yates Street, V8W 1L4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (23 spaces, covered) at 75m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Cenote Lounge has been a downtown Victoria institution since 2012, situated downstairs beneath street level on Yates Street for a subterranean, cave-like atmosphere. The bar is celebrated for award-winning craft cocktails and a rotating menu of shareable plates ranging from garlic prawns and duck wings to lamb sliders and baked brie. A touring cyclist finishing a day on the road would find an inventive drinks program and satisfying small-plate dining in the heart of the city.

value: Cenote Restaurant and Lounge

detail: Food menu explicitly states flatbreads are available gluten-free (+3) and/or dairy-free (+2); drinks menu features 'House-made Vegan Whisky Cream Liqueur' and 'Vegan Foamer'; multiple vegetarian share plates are available (tabbouleh salad, warm focaccia, chips & salsa, marinated olives, nachos, etc.)

signal: cocktail lounge, share plates $16-26, cocktails $15-18; ~$22-34pp

wow_evidence: downtown Victoria institution since 2012... award-winning craft cocktails


community: Golden

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 1 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5T 3H7

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (6 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 56m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 59m; stands (3 spaces) at 60m; stands (24 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (12 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (5 spaces) at 86m; stands at 88m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 89 spaces.

blurb: Vancouver Public Library branch at Kingsway in Mount Pleasant.

community: Vancouver

value: The Mount Pleasant Branch of the Vancouver Public Library is a public branch library serving the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood at the corner of Kingsway. As part of the VPL system, it offers community programming and public access resources in one of Vancouver's most cycling-friendly urban neighbourhoods. For touring cyclists it represents a convenient urban rest stop with public access in a lively, bikeable part of the city.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Mount Pleasant Library Branch

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Neighbourhood VPL branch; library ladder 1/1.


value: 900 Alaska Ave, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4T6

blurb: Railway museum in Dawson Creek's historic Northern Alberta Railways station.

community: Dawson Creek

value: The NAR Railway Station Museum preserves the heritage of the Northern Alberta Railways in the Dawson Creek area of northeastern British Columbia. It is located within NAR Park and commemorates the railway history that was pivotal to the region's development. A touring cyclist passing through Dawson Creek would find it a notable heritage stop, though operational details could not be verified.

theme: history

value: N.A.R. Station Museum

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: Website is parked domain; inferred small railway museum from name

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Railway heritage museum in the historic Northern Alberta Railways station at NAR Park; operational details unverified.


source: manual

value: Free on-demand reaction ferry (current-propelled) operated by Emil Anderson Maintenance under contract to the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit, crossing the Skeena River about 16 km northeast of Terrace, just off Highway 16, between South and North Usk. Crossing takes 5–7 minutes; runs on demand across four daily windows (roughly 6:45 am–11:15 pm with breaks), no reservation needed. BC's Ministry of Transportation and Transit treats all inland ferries as an extension of the provincial highway system, mandated to accommodate all legal road users, including cyclists — bikes and e-bikes both ride free and unboxed. When water is low or icy, the ferry is replaced by an aerial tramway for passengers only — whether a bike can ride the tramway is unconfirmed, so check ahead if travelling outside the open-water season.

value: Usk Reaction Ferry

subcategory: Ferry


value: 305 Alexander Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 19m.

value: An Italian restaurant on Alexander Street in Vancouver offering sit-down dining. It serves as a convenient food and beverage stop for touring cyclists in the area.

value: Ask for Luigi

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Ask for Luigi, well-known Italian; ~$40-55pp


community: Vanderhoof

value: On-demand taxi serving Vanderhoof and surrounding areas, with airport transfers to Prince George Airport and long-distance trips to Prince George. No bike policy stated; current fleet is taxicabs, with minivan and SUV listed as coming soon.

value: Vanderhoof Taxi Ltd.


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces, covered) at 73m; rack (4 spaces) at 97m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Dinesty Dumpling House is Greater Vancouver's leading Chinese dumpling chain, founded in Richmond in 2006 and now operating five locations across the region. The restaurant is best known for its hand-crafted Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), which won the HSBC Diners' Choice Award for best Xiao Long Bao multiple years running. The Richmond location in this OSM record appears to be the Richmond Centre food-court outlet, making it a quick and convenient refuel stop for cyclists passing through central Richmond.

value: Dinesty Dumpling House

wow_evidence: won the HSBC Diners' Choice Award for best Xiao Long Bao multiple years running ... five locations across the region


value: 1571 Oxford Street, North Vancouver, V7J 1E6

community: North Vancouver

value: Stuffies Pastries is a North Vancouver café bringing a South Korean animal-shaped waffle pastry concept to Vancouver, with custard- and jam-filled treats as their signature item. The cafe also serves coffee and beverages, soft-serve ice cream, and sandwiches, salads, and soups, making it a reasonable stop for a sweet or savoury refuel. It is part of a small multi-location chain with stores in Burnaby and Surrey as well.

value: Stuffies Pastries Cafe

detail: Stuffies menu page lists '24 Pieces Reg. Vegan/GF (Min. Order 48 pcs.)' as an explicit option


value: 5875 Central Road, Hornby Island, V0R 1Z0

community: Hornby Island

value: Hornby Island Outdoor Sports — locally known as "The Bike Shop" — is a bicycle shop on Hornby Island offering sales, rentals, and repairs. Hornby Island is a popular Gulf Islands cycling destination, and this appears to be the island's dedicated bike service point. For touring cyclists arriving by ferry, it would be a natural first stop for mechanical needs or a rental.

value: Hornby Island Outdoor Sports / "The Bike Shop"

wow_evidence: bicycle shop on Hornby Island offering sales, rentals, and repairs … appears to be the island's dedicated bike service point


value: 1-2816 St Johns Street, Port Moody, BC V3H 2C1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: staple at 93m; staple at 98m.

community: Port Moody

value: Aroy Thai Kitchen is a family-owned Thai restaurant situated in Rocky Point Centre in Port Moody, where 'aroy' means 'delicious' in Thai. The kitchen prides itself on fresh, locally sourced vegetables picked daily and house-made sauces, dressings, and hand-rolled spring rolls prepared from scratch each day. Touring cyclists will find a full sit-down restaurant offering both dine-in and takeout, with delivery available through Skip The Dishes and DoorDash.

value: Aroy Thai

signal: family Thai, fresh/scratch; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: family-owned Thai restaurant... house-made sauces, dressings, and hand-rolled spring rolls prepared from scratch each day


value: 1711 152 St, Surrey, BC V4A 4N3, Canada

community: Surrey

value: COBS Bread

signal: chain 'cobs bread'

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 1950 Foul Bay Road, Victoria, V8R 5A7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 79m; rack at 82m.

community: Victoria

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 1224 Stanley Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

community: Nelson

value: The Uphill Market is a historic corner store and café in the Uphill neighbourhood of Nelson that has operated at the same location since 1902. It stocks daily household essentials including high-quality meats, dry goods, local farm-fresh eggs, vegetables, frozen foods, and ice cream in summer, alongside café service. As the only store in Uphill Nelson, it serves as a genuine community anchor and a convenient stop for visitors passing through.

value: The Uphill Market

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: operated at the same location since 1902 … only store in Uphill Nelson


value: Columbia-Shuswap, BC V0A 1H0, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: utilitarian

energy: active

kid_friendly: no

label: spring runoff for whitewater

months: May June

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Redgrave

value: A small, remote rec site on Bluewater Creek accessed via the Bush River FSR, best known as a put-in for whitewater paddlers running the grade 2–3 stretch to Bluewater Creek Rec Site; no confirmed amenities and forest service road approach make it a functional stop rather than a touring destination.

value: Bluewater Bridge Recreation Site


value: 63950 Old Yale Road, Hope, BC V0X 1L2

community: Hope

value: Holiday Motel & RV Resort is a family-oriented property in Hope, BC offering 16 motel units, 4 cabins, 14 RV sites, and 4 tent sites on spacious resort grounds complete with a seasonal heated pool, campfire pits, and a children's playground. The property has a quirky distinction as a filming location for multiple movies and television shows over the years. Conveniently positioned near Kawkawa Lake and Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park, it serves as a practical overnight base for cyclists exploring the Fraser Valley.

value: Holiday Motel & RV Resort

detail: Website lists 'Restaurants' under 'Nearby' in the Service Amenities section

detail: Website lists 'grocery stores' under 'Nearby' in the Service Amenities section

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 18 Ponderosa Avenue, Logan Lake, V0K 1W0

community: Logan Lake

value: A convenience store and Esso fuel station in Logan Lake offering basic supplies to traveling cyclists and motorists. The presence of compressed air service makes it a practical stop for emergency bike tire maintenance.

value: Copper Valley Grocery & Gas

detail: Compressed air available


blurb: Quiet forested nature park near Union Bay.

community: Union Bay

value: Glover Community Nature Park is a forested nature reserve operated by the Comox Valley Regional District on Vancouver Island. It offers a natural woodland setting for quiet recreation and wildlife observation close to the Comox Valley communities. Touring cyclists looking for a green break or a short trail walk would find it a low-key stop between destinations.

facet_confidence: med

planning: walk-up

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Glover Community Nature Park

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Small CVRD forested reserve; thin record.


value: 1124 Canyon Street, Creston, V0B 1G4

community: Creston

value: Creston Card & Stationery is a locally operated card, stationery, and office supply shop in downtown Creston, BC, serving the community as an Official Office Pro Dealer. The store operates both a physical location and an online ordering platform with flyers and a full product catalogue. A touring cyclist passing through Creston might stop here for stationery needs, envelopes, or basic office supplies rather than groceries or cycling gear.

value: Creston Card & Stationary

detail: Business is a card and stationery/office supply retailer, not a grocery retailer — no grocery products mentioned anywhere in the website content


value: 434A East Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 95m.

bike_repair_offered: yes

community: New Westminster

value: Cap's Bicycle Shop is a Specialized-authorized retailer and repair shop serving New Westminster, operating as Specialized Bicycle Components Canada Inc. D.B.A Cap's Bicycle Shop. The shop sells bicycles, accessories, and clothing alongside an in-store repair service, making it a practical stop for touring cyclists needing mechanical support in the New Westminster area. It runs on Shopify with an online storefront backed by a 30-day return policy and a dedicated 7-day bike exchange policy.

value: Cap's Bicycle Shop

wow_evidence: in-store repair service


value: 1232 Ross Rd, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 79m.

value: Yama Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant in North Vancouver offering dine-in and online ordering. A casual dining spot convenient for cyclists seeking Japanese cuisine during their travels through the area.

value: Yama Sushi

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

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 6110 Lougheed Hwy, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0, Canada

community: Kent

value: Pathfinder Campground/RV Park

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 14580 146th Avenue, Osoyoos

blurb: Boardwalk nature centre in Canada's rare antelope-brush desert near Osoyoos.

community: Osoyoos

value: Osoyoos Desert Centre is a 67-acre nature interpretive facility operated by the Osoyoos Desert Society, showcasing one of Canada's rarest antelope-brush desert ecosystems in the South Okanagan. Visitors explore along a 1.5 km elevated wooden boardwalk with guided or self-guided tours, plus an interpretive building with hands-on exhibits and a native plant demonstration garden. Located just 3 km north of Osoyoos off Highway 97, it makes a compelling stop for cyclists riding through the valley.

dwell: half

label: desert bloom & wildlife active

value: Osoyoos Desert Centre

wow_evidence: Dupe winner: 67-acre desert interpretive facility with 1.5 km elevated boardwalk through one of Canada's rarest ecosystems.


value: Mile 101 Alaska Highway, Wonowon, BC V0C 2N0

community: Wonowon

value: Wonowon Lodge is a large camp-style accommodation at Mile 101 of the Alaska Highway in remote northern BC, operating primarily as a workers' lodge for the oil and gas industry with 289 suites ranging from standard rooms to full well-site configurations with private kitchens. The facility includes a fully catered dining room, recreation centre with pool table and ping pong, two fitness rooms, and laundry. For Alaska Highway touring cyclists, it represents one of the few substantial accommodation and meal options in this isolated stretch between Fort St. John and Fort Nelson.

google_place_id: ChIJSztsxbPuklMRwfFxuEFMGvQ

value: Wonowon Lodge

detail: Fully catered dining described as covering 'any working shift' with 3 meals per day plus snacks always available, indicating meals are served outside standard morning hours

detail: Website states 'Full laundry' and 'laundry facilities-supplies included' as part of room and board; in-building laundry facilities mentioned for all room types

detail: On-site catered dining room described as covering all shifts with 3 meals per day and snacks available at all times

signal: 289-suite oil/gas workforce camp with room-and-board pricing; not tourist lodging


value: 2106 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6M 1Z2

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; bollard (2 spaces) at 60m; bollard (2 spaces) at 61m; bollard (2 spaces) at 70m; bollard (2 spaces) at 82m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Neptune Eats is a Cantonese-style restaurant in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood, specializing in Hong Kong-style cuisine with a menu spanning breakfast through dinner and seafood feasts. The restaurant operates bilingually in English and Chinese and offers both dine-in and online ordering with pickup. It sits on West 41st Avenue, a quiet residential commercial strip popular with local cyclists.

value: Neptune Eats

signal: HK-style Cantonese, breakfast-dinner/seafood; ~$16-26pp


value: 9082 152 Street, Surrey

value: JAK's is a community-oriented liquor retailer operating across Greater Vancouver, known for staffing stores with product specialists rather than generic clerks — staff undergo ongoing tastings and education to give personalised recommendations. The chain carries beer, wine, and premium spirits across its locations and offers online ordering with home delivery through third-party platforms.

value: JAK's Beer Wine and Spirits

detail: Alcohol retail only; no food products mentioned


value: 2702 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3E8

bike_parking_detail: 23 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 47 spaces.

value: Burdock & Co is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, opened by Chef Andrea Carlson in 2013 and the first Canadian restaurant owned and operated by a female chef to earn that distinction. The kitchen builds hyper-seasonal, botanically-driven tasting menus — called Moon Menus — around wild-foraged and locally grown Pacific Northwest ingredients that shift every two months. A bar area accepts walk-ins for individual courses and snacks, offering a more casual entry point into the experience.

value: Burdock & Co

label: Fine dining

signal: Michelin-starred, $175 tasting menu, named chef Andrea Carlson, wine pairings

wow_evidence: Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant... first Canadian restaurant owned and operated by a female chef to earn that distinction


value: 614 Shuswap Avenue, Box 590, Chase, BC V0E 1M0

blurb: Chase's public library on the Shuswap corridor.

community: Chase

value: Chase Public Library is part of the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library system and has served the Chase community since 1959, operating in its current 3,320-square-foot building since 1975 following renovations in 2003. Situated in the heart of Chase along the Shuswap corridor, it offers free Wi-Fi and public computers to all visitors, making it a practical rest stop for touring cyclists. The wheelchair-accessible facility is staffed and operates as a full-service branch of the regional library network.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Chase Public Library

wow_evidence: TNRL branch since 1959; ordinary library band.


value: 427 3 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1L6, Canada

community: Prince Rupert

value: Pho 88 is a Vietnamese restaurant located in the Prince Rupert area on BC's North Coast. It likely serves pho and other Vietnamese staples in one of the more remote coastal communities along the BC cycling touring route. For touring cyclists travelling the North Coast, a hot bowl of pho can be a welcome stop after long stretches between services.

value: Pho 88


value: 7546 Main Street East, V0A 1M0

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Radium Mountainside Market is a local supermarket in Radium Hot Springs, situated at the western entrance to Kootenay National Park along the Columbia Valley cycling corridor. It serves as a key resupply point for touring cyclists traveling through the Kootenays, with Radium Hot Springs being a common overnight stop on multi-day routes.

value: Radium Mountainside Market

wow_evidence: local supermarket in Radium Hot Springs


value: 10320 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1Y9

community: Fort St. John

value: The New Frontier Bar & Grill is a bar and grill in central Fort St. John. It serves as a casual dining stop for touring cyclists seeking food and refreshment during their travels through northern British Columbia.

value: The New Frontier Bar & Grill

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 5 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 12m; rack (3 spaces) at 14m; stands (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; rack (3 spaces) at 46m; rack (3 spaces) at 63m; rack (3 spaces) at 72m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 87m; rack (3 spaces) at 97m. Total: 32 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: A Greek restaurant in North Vancouver offering both indoor and outdoor seating. The casual neighbourhood spot serves Greek cuisine in a no-smoking environment, providing a convenient meal stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Anatoli Souvlaki

signal: Greek neighbourhood spot; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: A Greek restaurant in North Vancouver


value: 32525 London Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 24m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Mission

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 509 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (20 spaces) at 30m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: theVenti Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 3380 Shrum Lane, Vancouver, V6S 0B9

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 14m; rack (3 spaces) at 36m; stands (5 spaces) at 39m; rack (5 spaces) at 41m; rack (4 spaces) at 53m; bollard (3 spaces) at 73m; bollard (3 spaces) at 75m; bollard (2 spaces) at 84m; bollard (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 31 spaces.

value: Togo Sushi is a takeout-focused sushi chain with a location at UBC Vancouver on Shrum Lane, well-positioned for cyclists riding the popular paths through the UBC campus and Pacific Spirit Park. The brand is built around grab-and-go ordering, with online and app-based ordering available. As one of several Lower Mainland locations, it offers a familiar, quick-service option for cyclists needing a fast, filling meal.

value: Togo Sushi

signal: To Go quick-service sushi in food court locations

wow_evidence: one of several Lower Mainland locations


value: Merritt

community: Merritt

value: Denny's

signal: chain 'denny'


value: 770 Nelson Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1A8

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Donair Drive is a fast-casual donair restaurant on Nelson Street in the heart of downtown Vancouver, serving fresh-made donairs, wraps, poutines, and wings with halal meats and falafel options. Positioned steps from Granville Street and the West End, it is a well-known late-night option for locals and visitors in a dense cycling corridor. Cyclists can order pickup online or by phone, with third-party delivery also available through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and SkipTheDishes.

value: Donair Drive

detail: Menu offers Veggie Spicy Falafel and falafel as a protein choice across donairs, rice plates, salad boxes, and meat-and-fries boxes

signal: Donair/quick-service spot; Fresh Cut Meat $11.99, sides under $6


value: 2980 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Chatime is a global bubble tea franchise known for its wide range of customizable milk teas, fruit teas, and specialty cold drinks. This Nanaimo location sits at Unit 520 in a commercial strip along Island Highway North, a major arterial route through the city. It is a takeout-focused spot well-suited for cyclists wanting a cold, sweet drink on a warm riding day.

value: Chatime

wow_evidence: global bubble tea franchise


value: 6111 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 29m; rack at 51m; rack (covered) at 60m; rack (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (covered) at 72m; rack (2 spaces) at 77m; rack (2 spaces) at 87m; rack (covered) at 95m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Tian Shi Fu (田师傅湘菜) is a Chinese restaurant on Richmond's busy Number 3 Road corridor, specializing in Hunan cuisine. The business is set up for online ordering and takeout, as reflected in the 'togo' domain and prominent 'Order Online' prompts on its website. Its current operating status is uncertain based on available evidence.

value: Tian Shi Fu No. 3 Restaurant

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

wow_evidence: working-hours widget lists every day of the week as 'Closed'


value: 1005 6th Avenue, Hope, BC

blurb: Hope's rec centre: pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room.

community: Hope

value: The Hope Recreation Centre is a full-service municipal facility operated by the Fraser Valley Regional District in downtown Hope, BC, home to the Dan Sharrers Aquatic Centre featuring a 25-metre lap pool with diving boards, a leisure pool with spray features and rapids channel, and hot tub, sauna, and steam room. The complex also includes an arena, cardio and weight rooms, a fitness studio, and a conference centre. For touring cyclists, it offers a rare opportunity to access pool facilities, steam room, and full changerooms in a small interior BC gateway town.

facet_confidence: low

theme: recreation

value: Hope Recreation Centre

signal: building=civic

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Full-service rec centre with 25 m pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room — pool ladder 1/2; parent of the aquatic/arena nodes.


value: 555 North Road, Coquitlam

community: Coquitlam

value: Church's Chicken


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 37m; rack (6 spaces) at 55m; stands (8 spaces) at 60m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 835 6th Avenue, Hope, BC V0X1L0

value: Sixth Avenue Sports is a full-service bicycle shop in Hope, BC — the gateway community to the Coquihalla and Fraser Canyon corridors. The shop offers bicycle sales, accessories, and repairs alongside skate sharpening and hockey gear, reflecting Hope's year-round outdoor culture. For touring cyclists arriving in Hope, it is the primary dedicated bike shop in town.

value: Sixth Avenue Sports

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: Bicycle sales, accessories and repairs… the only dedicated bike shop visible in Hope


value: #103-628 6th Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3M 6Z1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands at 17m; stands at 45m; stands (6 spaces) at 63m; stands (6 spaces) at 71m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Jokim Kitchen is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant in New Westminster's Sixth Avenue area, offering dine-in service with indoor seating in a no-smoking environment. The restaurant takes reservations and is closed on Tuesdays, making it a reliable stop for cyclists planning a weekday or weekend ride through the area. Its compact neighbourhood setting and approachable Vietnamese menu make it a practical refuelling option on routes connecting the Burnaby and New Westminster communities.

value: Jokim Kitchen

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


value: Irony Creek, Mount Waddington, BC, Canada

bike_access: hard

character: destination

community: Bull Harbour

value: A hike-in backcountry campsite set within Cape Scott Provincial Park's old-growth coastal rainforest on the remote northwestern tip of Vancouver Island; accessible only on foot via multi-day wilderness trails, making it effectively off-limits for loaded touring cyclists.

value: Irony Creek Campsite

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; wave (7 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 13 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: A-1 Pizza is a locally owned fast-food pizza shop in Surrey, BC, specializing in Punjabi-style pizzas with a distinctive Desi-influenced flavour profile. The menu features a broad range of vegetarian options alongside customizable pies, drawing a loyal local following. Cyclists will find ample free parking on site, with both a parking lot and parking garage noted in customer reviews.

detail: Customer review states: 'Vegetarian options: A tonne of veggie options!'

wow_evidence: locally owned fast-food pizza shop... specializing in Punjabi-style pizzas with a distinctive Desi-influenced flavour profile


value: 1809 Fir Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 60m.

value: Prado Coffee is a well-regarded Vancouver specialty coffee roaster and café group founded by four-time Canadian Barista Champion Sammy Piccolo, with origins on Commercial Drive and now spanning eight-plus neighbourhood locations across Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey. The Fir Street location sits in the Fairview/South Granville area, serving carefully sourced espresso drinks and fresh baked goods under the brand's community-first ethos. Cyclists will find it a welcoming mid-ride coffee stop in a walkable, mixed-use corridor of the city.

value: Café Prado

wow_evidence: founded by four-time Canadian Barista Champion Sammy Piccolo... eight-plus neighbourhood locations across Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey


value: Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 46m; lockers (secure) at 48m; lockers (secure) at 50m; lockers (secure) at 50m.

community: Kelowna

value: The Marmalade Cat Café is a community-oriented café on Pandosy Street in Kelowna serving specialty coffees, handmade baked goods, brunch, and sandwiches with homemade soups. The café supports local culture by displaying and selling work by local artists, giving it a distinctly neighbourhood feel. Dietary accommodations include gluten-free baked goods, vegan sandwiches on request, and milk alternatives such as almond, oat, and soy.

value: The Marmalade Cat Cafe

detail: Website confirms gluten-free breads, dessert bars, and carrot cake; vegan sandwiches available on request; milk alternatives include almond, oat, and soy


value: 4330 Field Street, V0J 1Y0

community: Hazelton

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 1913 Sooke Road

community: Colwood

value: Save-on-Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: Fraser Valley, BC V1K 1P3, Canada

community: Manning Park

value: Nepopekum


value: 723 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1L4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 88m.

community: Victoria

value: Victoria's first and largest board game cafe, offering access to over 1,500 games to play in-venue for a flat per-person fee with no time limit. Fully licensed since 2018 and family-friendly, the cafe serves an extensive menu of toasted sandwiches, flatbread pizzas, snacks, coffee drinks, and dozens of housemade milkshake flavours. A touring cyclist looking for a relaxed, social stop in downtown Victoria will find good food, cold drinks, and a genuinely unique atmosphere.

value: Interactivity Board Game Cafe

detail: Menu lists gluten-free bread upgrade (+$1) on sandwiches marked with *; vegetarian options include The Mediterranean (hummus, feta, olives, cucumbers, tomato), Jack's Cheese, Grilled Cheese, Spicy Grilled Cheese, and multiple cheese-based flatbreads. Dairy-free milkshake options also noted


value: 8580 Alexandra Road, Unit 1085, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 3m; rack at 62m; stands at 97m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: NamSan Korean Cuisine is a Korean restaurant located in a commercial unit on Alexandra Road in Richmond, BC, an area well known for its dense concentration of Asian dining options. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond's food corridor would find this a convenient stop for Korean fare. The restaurant is listed as an active OSM node with a phone number and a discovered Instagram presence.

value: NamSan Korean Cuisine

signal: Korean dine-in; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: Korean restaurant at 8580 Alexandra Road, Unit 1085, Richmond


value: 5998 Southridge Avenue, V2N 7A1

community: Prince George

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: Unit 101 - 3003 Saint Johns Street, Port Moody, BC V3H 2C4

community: Port Moody

value: Aroma Indian Restaurant is an award-winning fine-dining Indian restaurant in Port Moody, operated by chef CM Bhatt whose recipes were developed in India's 5-star hotels and refined over 26 years. The restaurant has been recognized with multiple Yelp business excellence awards and was repeatedly voted a favourite for Indian food in the Tri-City News A-List contest. Touring cyclists will find a full sit-down dining experience with an extensive menu of both meat and vegetarian dishes, plus live music on weekends.

value: Aroma Indian Restaurant

detail: Website states 'extensive menu of meat and vegetarian dishes'

signal: award fine-dining Indian, 5-star-hotel chef; ~$32-45pp


blurb: Cascading waterfall right beside Highway 97 in Pine Pass; overlook and picnic tables.

community: Azu Ski Village

value: Bijoux Falls Provincial Park is a day-use rest stop along Highway 97, located 44 km north of McLeod Lake in northern BC, centered on a dramatic cascading waterfall viewable from a fenced overlook. The park is a natural photography stop and wildlife-watching spot, hosting a notable summer population of Stellar's Jays. Basic facilities — toilets and picnic tables — make it a practical break point for cyclists traveling the Highway 97 corridor.

label: Stellar's Jays present

months: June July August September

value: Bijoux Falls Provincial Park

detail: Website explicitly states no potable water is available at the park

signal: BC Parks day-use waterfall stop; no day-use fee

detail: Website explicitly states: 'There is no potable water at this park. Please bring your own drinking water.'

wow_evidence: Dramatic cascade at a fenced overlook right beside Highway 97 in Pine Pass, with picnic tables — the scenic highlight stop of the pass (Moose Lake anchor band).


community: Penticton

value: On-demand taxi service based in Penticton covering the South Okanagan, including airport transfers to Penticton Airport and Kelowna International Airport. No bike policy stated on the site.

value: Penticton Eco Taxi

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


value: 1644 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC V8T 2C5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 73m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Menbow Ramen Express is a quick-service ramen outlet located inside a Victoria shopping mall, part of the growing Menbow Ramen Group which sources key ingredients directly from Japan. The menu centres on tonkotsu and tori broths across multiple flavour profiles including shio, shoyu, and miso, with non-broth mazemen also available. Touring cyclists stopping for a hot, filling meal will find a range of ramen styles including a vegetarian tomato option, plus pickup and third-party delivery available.

value: Menbow Ramen Express

detail: Website explicitly lists 'Tomato Ramen (Vegetarian)' on the menu


value: 8410 160 Street, Surrey, V4N 0V7

value: The Social Tavern is a two-storey pub in Surrey's Fleetwood neighbourhood, marketed as a community social spot. The menu spans eating, drinking, happy hour, and brunch, and the venue hosts community events including an annual Fleetwood Block Party talent show. Takeout is available alongside dine-in reservations.

value: The Social Tavern

signal: amenity=pub


value: 2359 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 36m; rack (4 spaces) at 81m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Thai Corner is a well-established Thai restaurant on Sidney's main commercial strip, blending central and northeastern (I-San) Thai culinary traditions under a chef with over two decades of experience cooking in Thailand and abroad. The restaurant offers a broad menu of curries, spicy salads, stir-fries, and noodles with customizable spice levels, and serves both buffet-style lunch and à la carte dinner. Cyclists passing through Sidney-by-the-sea will find a sit-down meal, takeout, and even free delivery within downtown Sidney.

value: Thai Corner

detail: Website states 'We can modify any dish to be vegetarian and/or gluten free' and the dinner page highlights vegetarian dishes specifically

signal: Menu mains $16.75–$18.75 (stir fries, curries); casual Thai sit-down


value: Fruiticana


value: 553 Vees Dr Unit 101, Penticton, BC V2A 8S3

value: The BC Wine Information Centre has served as the official gateway to BC wine country since 1996, operated by a not-for-profit society that reinvests all proceeds into wine education, scholarships, and bursaries for viticulture students. It carries wines from over 170 BC wineries and regularly hosts in-store tastings featuring guest wineries. For cyclists touring the Okanagan's wine routes, it offers curated gourmet products, gift baskets, and a WSET-certified staff to guide selections.

value: VQA Wine Store

signal: BC Wine Information Centre retail wine store, not a dining venue

wow_evidence: official gateway to BC wine country since 1996, operated by a not-for-profit society ... carries wines from over 170 BC wineries


value: Burnaby

value: The Low Carb Grocery


value: 3700 No. 3 Rd, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 35m; rack at 49m; rack at 80m.

community: Richmond

value: Yaohan Centre Food Court occupies the ground floor of one of Richmond's earliest and best-known Asian shopping malls, offering a variety of Asian food vendors in a fully indoor setting. The surrounding mall is a cultural landmark in Richmond's Asian community, drawing shoppers for Japanese and Chinese groceries, arts, crafts, and specialty services. Cyclists passing through Richmond's busy No. 3 Road commercial corridor will find it a convenient indoor stop with multiple cuisine options under one roof.

value: Yaohan Centre Food Court

wow_evidence: one of Richmond's earliest and best-known Asian shopping malls... a cultural landmark in Richmond's Asian community


value: 8636 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; wall_loops at 60m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 79m; stands (6 spaces) at 95m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: T-Bay Bistro is a noodle restaurant situated on Granville Street near the Marpole neighbourhood of Vancouver. OSM records it as an active restaurant as of mid-2024. Cyclists riding the Granville corridor would find it a convenient stop for a hot noodle meal.

value: T-Bay Bistro

signal: noodle bistro; ~$13-20pp

wow_evidence: noodle restaurant at 8636 Granville Street with a check_date of 2024-08-14


value: 3844 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6H 2M6, Canada

value: Sabra is a Glatt Kosher and Halal restaurant and bakery in Vancouver, founded in 1992 by the Kahlon family and supervised by the Orthodox Rabbinical Council of British Columbia. The menu blends ethnic, West Coast fusion, and traditional meat and parve dishes alongside an extensive Jewish bakery offering — challah, babka, rugelach, and custom cakes. Eat-in, takeout, and delivery are all available, and catering is offered for events ranging from Shabbat dinners to weddings.

value: Sabra Kosher Bakery & Restaurant

detail: Menu explicitly marks multiple items as GF: Veggie Soup (G.F.), Humus (GF), Tahina (GF), Israeli Salad (GF), Shawarma Plate (GF), Grilled Salmon (GF), and others. Falafel and parve dishes also available

signal: kosher/halal bakery-restaurant, fair prices; ~$14-24pp


value: 705 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M8

value: Board with Friends Cafe is a board game cafe on Victoria's Johnson Street where visitors can drop in and play from an extensive in-house library for as long as they like, with no time limit. The cafe also retails what it describes as Victoria's largest selection of board games, available in-store and online, along with a loyalty rewards program and a private room that seats up to 12 for group occasions. As of the most recent website check, the business is actively relocating to an undisclosed address, so cyclists should verify the current location before visiting.

value: Board with Friends Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 120 West 14th Street, V7M 1N9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 62m; lockers (2 spaces, secure) at 65m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 24 spaces, 2 secure.

blurb: City library with its own 'Spokes 'n' Words' book bike.

community: North Vancouver

value: The North Vancouver City Library is a full-service public library serving the City of North Vancouver with physical collections, an extensive digital library, and community programming. A 'Spokes 'n' Words' book bike initiative brings library materials to the community on two wheels, reflecting an active cycling culture. Free Wi-Fi and public computer access are available, making it a potential connectivity stop for touring cyclists.

value: North Vancouver City Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1; book-bike outreach program.


value: 1725 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (6 spaces) at 61m; stands (10 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 82m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 85m; stands (5 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (6 spaces) at 98m. Total: 49 spaces.

value: Pho in Love is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant and bar on Davie Street in Vancouver's West End, a busy commercial strip popular with locals and visitors alike. Sitting close to the Stanley Park seawall and beach cycling routes, it would be a natural stop for cyclists exploring the area. The bar component suggests a full-service dine-in experience beyond a quick noodle counter.

value: Pho in Love

signal: Vietnamese pho & bar; ~$14-20pp

wow_evidence: authentic Vietnamese restaurant & bar


value: Columbia-Shuswap, BC V0G 1R0, Canada

community: Beaton

value: Free remote site at the mouth of Hadow Creek on the Beaton Arm, offering fishing and boating in a quiet lakeside setting; reached by roughly 11 km of forest service road after an already lengthy drive from Nakusp, making it a serious commitment for loaded bikes.

value: Hadow Creek Recreation Site

wow_evidence: serious commitment for loaded bikes


value: 4918 Anderson Road, Kelowna BC, V1X 7V7

community: Ellison

value: Ancient Hill Estate Winery is a family-owned boutique estate winery in the Ellison area of North Kelowna, situated on a hillside across from the Kelowna Airport where wine grapes were first grown in the 1940s. The European-style winery building was designed by a noted Penticton architect and produces small-lot wines entirely from grapes grown on-site, including Lemberger, Pinot Noir, Baco Noir, and Pinot Gris. Cyclists can taste wines in the old-world-style shop or enjoy a glass on the patio with panoramic valley views, accompanied by cheeses, crackers, and non-alcoholic beverages.

google_place_id: ChIJlZQXKgTtfVMRsGrJaaDqWdw

value: Ancient Hill Winery

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

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: family-owned boutique estate winery... patio with panoramic valley views


value: 4807 50th Avenue South, V0C 1R0

community: Fort Nelson

value: Kacee's Northern Suites is a 3-star motel in Fort Nelson, a key service community on the Alaska Highway in northern BC. It offers budget-friendly rooms with private bathrooms, microwaves, coffee makers, and fridges, along with free parking and complimentary Wi-Fi. For touring cyclists pushing through this remote northern corridor, it sits within easy reach of fast food, a convenience store, and the town's main amenities.

value: Kacee's Northern Suites

detail: Subway 993 ft, Domino's Pizza 0.6 mi, Tim Hortons 0.9 mi listed in website's 'What's nearby' section

detail: Juices Corner Store listed at 0.3 mi in website's 'What's nearby' section

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 430 Campbell Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 12m; stands (4 spaces) at 13m; stands (6 spaces) at 68m; stands (20 spaces, covered) at 69m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 75m; stands (6 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 52 spaces.

community: Tofino

value: Rhino Coffee House is a surf-culture café anchored in Tofino's downtown core, serving espresso drinks, handcrafted matcha lattes, and a rotating lineup of fresh-baked goods including their signature savory 'Bro Nut' stuffed donut. The menu spans hearty all-day breakfasts and lunch sandwiches — pastrami on rye, triple grilled cheese, BBQ chicken — alongside a dedicated vegan menu and gluten-friendly options. Built around Tofino's outdoor lifestyle, the café actively markets itself as a pre-surf and post-hike refuel destination, with a takeout program specifically designed for beach days and trail runs.

value: Rhino Coffee House

detail: Website has dedicated vegan menu page with vegan breakfasts, lunches, and bakery items; vegetarian options noted throughout menu. Takeout page explicitly lists 'Gluten-Free Baked goods and meals' (contradicts; website preferred)

wow_evidence: surf-culture café anchored in Tofino's downtown core... actively markets itself as a pre-surf and post-hike refuel destination


value: 328 Neill Street, V0R 2Z0

value: BC Liquor


community: Whistler

value: Glacier Creek is an on-mountain restaurant at Whistler Blackcomb, one of North America's largest ski and bike resorts. Its coordinates place it mid-mountain on Whistler, making it a natural stop for riders using the Whistler Mountain Bike Park during summer operations. The building is a dedicated structure serving the mountain's dining needs across seasons.

value: Glacier Creek

signal: on-mountain restaurant (Whistler); ~$18-28pp


value: Valemount, V0E 2Z0

label: salmon spawning

months: September October

price_band: standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Valemount

value: A quiet private RV park in Valemount's Robson Valley with 360-degree mountain views and the odd wandering deer; tent/no-services pitches are available at around $35/night, but the park is RV-centric and open only April through October.

value: Irvin's RV Park

wow_evidence: tent/no-services pitches are available... explicitly lists cycling as a local attraction


value: #490-3025 Lougheed Hwy, Coquitlam, BC V3B 6S2

community: Coquitlam

value: Matoi Sushi is an authentic Japanese restaurant in Coquitlam serving sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and fusion rolls alongside a curated sake and shochu list. The restaurant offers both dine-in and takeout, with a dedicated online ordering system for to-go orders. Cyclists looking for a sit-down meal near the Lougheed Highway corridor will find a relaxed, locally popular spot with lunch specials and vegetarian options.

value: Matoi Sushi

detail: Website lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian Suggestion Menu' under menu options. No vegan or GF confirmation found

signal: sushi/sashimi + sake list; ~$18-28pp


value: 4567 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: Bow & Stern is a family-owned, ocean-inspired seafood restaurant group founded in 2014 by the Smith family, with their signature fish and chips recipe at the heart of the menu. The Brentwood location, the newest of three BC restaurants, is situated inside The Amazing Brentwood shopping centre on the second floor. It offers dine-in table bookings, online pickup ordering, and group booking options.

value: Bow & Stern

signal: seafood/fish & chips (Bow & Stern); ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: family-owned, ocean-inspired seafood restaurant group founded in 2014... three BC restaurants


value: 1920 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Discovery Coffee is a locally rooted Victoria specialty coffee roaster operating multiple cafe locations across the city, including this Oak Bay Avenue outpost. The company runs its own roastery on Rock Bay Avenue and partners with Yonni's Doughnuts, making it a notable stop for coffee and baked goods. Touring cyclists will find it a convenient neighbourhood cafe in the heart of Oak Bay.

value: Discovery Coffee

wow_evidence: locally rooted Victoria specialty coffee roaster operating multiple cafe locations … runs its own roastery


value: 6886 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3W 4Z9

community: Surrey

value: Greco's Specialty Foods Market is a long-established gourmet provisions shop in Surrey, operating since 1984, specializing in Mediterranean and European specialty foods. The store carries an eclectic mix of imported cheeses, cured meats (guanciale, pancetta, pastirma), Greek yogurt, award-winning pizza shells, olive oils, and custom charcuterie boards. For a touring cyclist, it's a compelling stop for high-calorie, shelf-stable or refrigerated specialty provisions unavailable at typical grocery chains.

value: Greco's Specialty Foods Market


value: 601 Bruce Avenue, Unit 104, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Burger Factory is a franchised Canadian smash-burger chain emphasising fresh, halal, and locally-sourced ingredients, now with over 40 locations across North America. The Nanaimo unit offers a broad menu including signature stuffed 'Juicy Lucy' burgers, Philly-style sandwiches, poutine, tornado fries, and funnel cakes. Cyclists can order ahead via the chain's mobile app for a quick fuel stop.

value: Burger Factory Nanaimo

detail: Menu lists 'Veggie Burger - A fresh-grilled, vegetarian-friendly patty'. No vegan or GF options explicitly stated

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: franchised Canadian smash-burger chain … now with over 40 locations across North America


value: 8300 Capstan Way, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack at 72m; rack at 92m.

value: Heytea


value: 1557 Pandora Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces, covered) at 33m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 77m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Cosmos Pizza is a pizza fast food restaurant located on Pandora Avenue in Victoria. It serves as a casual dining option for the local area.

value: Cosmos Pizza


value: 4121 200 Street, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 61m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Buy-Low Foods


community: Black Creek

value: A convenience store in the Black Creek area on Vancouver Island. Serves as a resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the region. Specific amenities beyond basic groceries could not be verified due to website access failure.

value: Black Creek Country Market


value: 7831 Westminster Highway, Richmond, V6X 4J4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 46m; rack at 76m; rack at 92m.

value: Shanghai River Restaurant has served authentic Shanghai cuisine and southern Chinese delicacies from its Richmond location since 2004. Known for its xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), it is a well-established destination in the Richmond food scene. The restaurant operates lunch and dinner service and accepts online orders.

value: Shanghai River Restaurant

signal: Shanghai cuisine, xiaolongbao; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: well-established destination in the Richmond food scene... known for its xiaolongbao (soup dumplings)


value: 4908 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5B 1P6

blurb: Neighbourhood house with family and newcomer programs on Hastings.

value: North Burnaby Neighbourhood House (BNH North House) is a community-driven social services centre offering programs for families, seniors, newcomers, youth, and food-insecure residents in the Hastings corridor of Burnaby. It is one of three locations operated by Burnaby Neighbourhood House, a registered charity with deep roots in the surrounding communities. A touring cyclist passing through the area might stop here for community resources or as a rest point along Hastings Street.

value: North Burnaby Neighbourhood House

wow_evidence: Charitable neighbourhood house with public programs — walk-in (consistent with Fairfield Community Place).


value: #1 Opal Drive, Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0

community: Logan Lake

value: A municipal campground on Logan Lake with 50 lakeview sites, flush washrooms, hot showers, and potable water — but only two designated tent sites at $28/night plus a $7 resort fee, so availability for cyclists is tight. Walking distance to trails, disc golf, a bike park, and a waterpark makes it an activity-rich overnight in a small Thompson-area town.

value: Logan Lake Municipal Campground

ownership: Municipal

wow_evidence: hot showers, free internet... bike park and multiple hiking/biking trails within walking distance


value: 20726 Lougheed Hwy, Port Hammond, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2R1

community: Maple Ridge

value: Andiamo's Pizza & Pasta House is a pizza and pasta restaurant located in the Lower Mainland / Fraser Valley region of British Columbia. Beyond the cuisine type, very little detail is publicly available, as the business appears to rely primarily on a Facebook presence that could not be accessed for verification.

value: Andiamo's Pizza & Pasta House

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: Heart Lake Campground Loop, Peace River E, BC V0J 2C0, Canada

community: Lemoray

value: Thirteen-site provincial park campground on Heart Lake within Pine Le Moray Provincial Park in northern BC; a quiet lakeside retreat reached by a northern forest-service corridor with minimal developed amenities.

value: Heart Lake Campground

wow_evidence: quiet lakeside retreat... minimal developed amenities


value: 3030 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, V1Y 1W2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 86m; lockers (secure) at 88m.

community: Kelowna

value: Mucho Burrito

signal: chain 'mucho burrito'


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 44m.

community: Richmond

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 403 North Rd #301, Coquitlam, BC, V3K 3V9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 48m.

value: Insadong is a Korean BBQ and grill restaurant in Coquitlam offering authentic Korean dishes in a themed interior designed to evoke the Insadong district of Seoul. The menu spans appetizers, BBQ, noodles, hot pot, and Korean cuisine, with the kitchen emphasising fresh, high-quality meats. Online ordering and table reservations are available through the restaurant's own website.

value: Insadong

signal: Korean BBQ sit-down restaurant, no prices visible, casual format


value: 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville, BC V9P 1E1

community: Parksville

value: The Bayside Restaurant & Lounge is the signature dining room of the Bayside Oceanfront Resort, a full-service oceanfront hotel in Parksville. The kitchen spotlights local ingredients through a rotating seasonal menu supported by an extensive cocktail and wine program. Weekend evenings feature free live music, and a dedicated Sunday brunch service makes it a sociable stop for cyclists passing through town.

value: The Bayside Restaurant & Lounge

signal: oceanfront resort dining room, apps $10, seasonal; ~$22-34pp


value: 11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: The Coast Bastion Hotel is a 14-storey full-service hotel perched on the downtown Nanaimo waterfront, offering harbour and ocean views from every room via Juliet or full-size balconies. Part of the Coast Hotels chain, it features on-site dining at Minnoz Restaurant + Lounge and is steps from the Harbour Air terminal, making it convenient for cyclists arriving or departing by seaplane. The hotel explicitly welcomes bikes and offers storage, and its city-centre location puts cyclists within easy reach of Vancouver Island's ferry connections and trail network.

value: The Coast Bastion Inn

detail: Minnoz Restaurant + Lounge is on-site at the hotel

signal: chain 'coast hotel'

detail: Website amenities page states: 'Feel free to bring your bike to Nanaimo, too – we're happy to store it for you!' Security specifics (locked, etc.) are not described

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: we're happy to store it for you!


value: 1960 Foul Bay Road

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 2m; rack at 35m.

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 585 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 95m.

value: Oni-Oni is a Japanese confectionery shop opened in March 2021 by a local Japanese-Canadian family, specializing in fresh-made onigiri (nori-wrapped rice triangles) with a wide array of fillings, alongside kakigori (Japanese shaved ice), imported Japanese snacks, candy, and soft drinks. The quick-service, grab-and-go format makes it an ideal mid-ride fuel stop for cyclists passing through Victoria's Johnson Street. The shop is run by the same family behind Sakura Sushi and OTAKI, and gift cards are redeemable across all three locations.

value: Oni-Oni

detail: Multiple onigiri fillings are explicitly plant-based per listed ingredients: Plain, Goma & Kombu (sesame seed with preserved seaweed), Ume Shiso (pickled plum with shiso leaves), Natto Negi (fermented soybeans with scallions), Takana (pickled mustard greens), Garlic Sesame. No GF or vegan labeling confirmed

signal: Onigiri specialty shop; fast-casual counter-service

wow_evidence: local Japanese-Canadian family, specializing in fresh-made onigiri ... quick-service, grab-and-go format


value: 6263 202 Street, Langley, BC

value: Five Roads Brewing is a craft brewery and taproom located in Langley, BC, producing a range of Canadian craft beers including IPAs, sours, and lagers. The taproom also carries ciders from their sister brand Daisy Chain Cider Co. and hosts regular events with a reservations option, making it a destination rather than just a pit stop.

value: Five Roads Brewing

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: craft brewery and taproom...producing a range of Canadian craft beers including IPAs, sours, and lagers


community: Delta

value: Richmond eBike is a Metro Vancouver e-bike specialist that has been selling and servicing electric bikes, trikes, scooters, and mobility solutions since 2014. The shop carries a broad inventory of parts and accessories — from motors and controllers to tires, chains, and drivetrain components — and runs a dedicated repair workshop servicing all brands including ICBC inspections. Touring cyclists riding e-bikes will find one of the more complete electric-bike service and parts resources in the region here.

value: EBike Canada

detail: 'Rental' listed as a menu item under the E-Bike Service section on the website

detail: Dedicated 'E-Bike Service' menu section covering Electric Bike Repair, Repair Pricing, ICBC Inspection & Repair; homepage states 'Repairs for all brands'

detail: Website lists in-stock parts including Tires & Tubes, Chains & Lubricants, Brake Pads & Brakes, Derailleurs/Shifters/Cassettes, Pedals & Crank Arms, and more; homepage states 'Parts in stock'


value: 761 Water Avenue

community: Hope

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 10483 Okanagan Centre Road, Lake Country, V4V 1K9

community: Lake Country

value: Red Roof Family Farm is a farm-direct shop in Lake Country, situated in the Okanagan fruit-belt corridor popular with touring cyclists. OSM tags it as a farm shop, suggesting seasonal produce and farm goods. Its roadside location on Okanagan Centre Road would make it a natural stop on regional cycling routes, but current operating status is uncertain.

value: Red Roof Family Farm

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: parked domain is a strong indicator the business may be closed or defunct; cannot confirm current operating status


value: 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, V3B 7T8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 42m; rack at 53m.

blurb: Big aquatic complex: wave pool, lap pool, sauna, and steam room.

value: The City Centre Aquatic Complex is a large municipal aquatic and fitness facility operated by the City of Coquitlam, featuring an eight-lane Olympic-sized lap pool, a free-form wave pool with lazy river and slide, and a relaxation area with dry sauna, steam room, and whirlpool. A full fitness centre rounds out the amenities, making it a practical recovery stop for touring cyclists looking to swim, stretch, or unwind after a long day on the road. The facility also offers adapted aquatics programming and childminding services.

value: City Centre Aquatic Complex

detail: Website directs visitors to 'wash off before you jump in' and links to a 'pre-swim showers' FAQ page, confirming shower facilities are available at the facility

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Olympic-size lap pool, wave pool, sauna/steam/whirlpool — pool ladder 1/2.


value: 195 Southeast Marine Drive

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: On the Run

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 2140 Sumas Way, V2S 2C7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 28m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 2425 Cambie Street, Vancouver V5Z 4M5

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 19m; stands (8 spaces) at 22m; stands (6 spaces) at 24m; stands (6 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; rack at 52m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 55m; rack (covered) at 61m; stands (4 spaces) at 64m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 54 spaces.

value: Seaport City Seafood Restaurant is a contemporary Chinese fine dining destination on Cambie Street in Vancouver, specializing in premium seafood dishes made with carefully hand-picked fresh ingredients. The bilingual (English and Chinese) establishment aims to deliver a multisensory dining experience that blends the soul of traditional Chinese seafood cuisine with a modern, upscale atmosphere.

value: Seaport City Seafood Restaurant

signal: fine-dining Chinese seafood, premium ingredients; ~$35-55pp


community: Fernie

value: Ann's Your Independent Grocer


value: Freshslice Pizza is a Canadian fast-food pizza chain with a franchise location in Chilliwack, BC. The brand is known for by-the-slice pizza with customizable toppings available for in-store pickup or delivery. It operates as a takeout-focused establishment and could serve as a quick calorie stop for cyclists passing through town.

value: Freshslice Pizza


value: 775 Rita Road

community: Quesnel

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 3028 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2P1

community: North Vancouver

value: Lynn Valley Bikes is a full-service North Vancouver bike shop strategically located minutes from the trail networks of Mount Fromme and Mount Seymour on the North Shore. The shop runs a dedicated service centre staffed by experienced mechanics who handle everything from quick tune-ups to complete suspension rebuilds on trail, DH, road, and electric bikes. Touring cyclists will find a wide parts and accessories inventory, an active rental program, and a team that explicitly welcomes drop-in service visits.

value: Lynn Valley Bikes

detail: Front page prominently displays 'North Shore Bike Rentals Open Now' with a dedicated booking link

detail: Service page states mechanics work on 'all bikes from trail and DH to road and eMTBs'; e-bikes also listed as a shop category in the navigation

wow_evidence: Call or drop by to schedule service... mechanics covering all bikes from trail and DH to road and eMTBs


community: Duncan

value: London Drugs

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 3561 Voght St, Merritt, BC V1K 1C5, Canada

community: Merritt

value: Super 8 Merritt

signal: chain 'super 8'


value: 1938 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 3m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 47m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (3 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; rack (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 41 spaces.

value: Maenam is Chef Angus' flagship Thai restaurant at 1938 West 4th Avenue in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, open since 2009, blending intensely flavourful Thai ingredients with seasonal BC seafood, meats, and locally sourced produce. It has been repeatedly named one of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants, won Vancouver magazine's Restaurant of the Year in 2016, and earned a place in MICHELIN's inaugural Vancouver Guide. The multi-course family-style sharing format and rotating seasonal menu make it one of Vancouver's most celebrated dining destinations.

value: Maenam

detail: Multiple menu items across all menus are marked (V), (VG), and GF or 'gluten-free option available', including curries, salads, and soups

signal: Chef's Menu $88/person, family-style multi-course prix-fixe format

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: earned a place in MICHELIN's inaugural Vancouver Guide...named one of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants


value: 214 South Copper Avenue, Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0

blurb: Museum of Canada's smallest city: mining boom and Japanese-Canadian internment history.

community: Greenwood

value: The Greenwood Museum Archives & Visitor Centre sits in Greenwood, BC, recognized as the smallest city in Canada, making it a singular cultural stop along a cycling route through the Boundary Country. The museum covers local mining, forestry, and Japanese-Canadian history, and offers a self-guided Heritage Walking Tour with maps available at the front desk. It also serves as the regional visitor centre, stocking provincial and local publications useful for cyclists planning onward routes.

value: Greenwood Museum

signal: Adult admission $7.50

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Museum and visitor centre of Canada's smallest city: mining, forestry, and Japanese-Canadian internment history plus a heritage walking tour.


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 58m.

community: Nelson

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 7705 6th Street, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: Handworks Coffee Studio is a small, takeout-only coffee operation located on 6th Street in Burnaby. With no indoor or outdoor seating, it functions as a grab-and-go stop for cyclists passing through the neighbourhood. Its compact, studio-style format suggests a specialty coffee focus.

value: Handworks Coffee Studio

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 106-4557 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, V8E 0Y2

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

community: Whistler

value: Situated in Whistler's Upper Village at the base of Blackcomb inside Le Chamois hotel, this spot serves pizza alongside its own craft beers on tap. OSM records it as 'Handlebar Cafe and Apres' though the business presents itself online as HandleBar Pizza. It offers outdoor seating and online ordering, making it a convenient stop after a day on the trails.

value: HandleBar Pizza

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


community: Coquitlam

value: Subway

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 843 Desmond Street, Kamloops, V2B 5K3

community: Kamloops

value: Pogue Mahone is an Irish-themed pub and liquor store situated in the Brocklehurst neighbourhood of Kamloops, offering classic Irish pub décor alongside a casual sports bar atmosphere. The kitchen serves Irish-inspired and Canadian pub staples — wings, burgers, bangers and mash, fish and chips — supported by 12 taps of draught beer including Guinness. Regular entertainment such as Music Bingo, Karaoke, and Live Music rounds out the experience for anyone settling in after a ride.

value: Pogue Mahone Irish Pub and Liquor Store


value: Okanagan-Similkameen G, BC V0X 1K0, Canada

community: Keremeos

value: Lake of the Woods Campground

subcategory: Private Campground


value: Thompson-Nicola, BC V0K 1Y0, Canada

community: Canyon Alpine

value: Remote sub-alpine lake camp west of Merritt, reached by a long, extremely rough 4WD-only forest service road with creek crossings and loose rock; 3 flat sites suit summer hiking and landscape viewing or winter snowmobiling, but the approach is firmly off-limits to a loaded touring bike.

value: Cabin Lake Recreation Site


community: Surrey


value: 1276 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Turks Coffee Bar is a Commercial Drive outpost of Milano Coffee, a Vancouver-founded roaster with over 30 years of Italian-tradition espresso heritage and 15 international gold medals from the IIAC. The café sits on one of East Vancouver's most celebrated cycling streets, offering a range of meticulously blended espresso and drip options from a chain that roasts in-house in Mount Pleasant. Milano is known for its espresso tasting bars, where customers can sample multiple blends side by side.

value: Turk's

subcategory: Café / Coffee


price_label: Standard

community: Walkers

value: Kootenay Lake Park provincial park campground — 46 vehicle-accessible sites.

value: Kootenay Lake Park


value: 11890 Shepherds Inn Frontage Road, Charlie Lake, BC V1J 8L5

community: Charlie Lake

value: The Shepherd's Inn is a family-owned roadside complex on the Alaska Highway at Mile 72, roughly 42 km northwest of Fort St. John, billing itself as 'An Oasis on The Alaska Highway.' The property combines a motel, full-service restaurant with to-go orders, a convenience store, and a fueling station under one roof. For northbound or southbound Alaska Highway tourers, it is a rare multi-service stop in a long, remote stretch of highway.

value: The Shepherd's Inn - Office

detail: On-site restaurant confirmed by website: 'OPEN year round for restaurant, store and motel services'; to-go orders also available

detail: On-site convenience store confirmed by website: 'family owned and run business consisting of a motel, restaurant, convenience store and a fueling station.'

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 1738 Peninsula Road

community: Ucluelet

value: Murray's Grocery is a convenience store in Ucluelet on Vancouver Island's west coast. It serves as a supply stop for local residents and passing cyclists.

value: Murray's Grocery

wow_evidence: convenience store in Ucluelet


value: Highway 37, Kilometer 248, Northern BC (96km North of Meziadin Junction)

community: Bell II

value: Bell 2 Lodge is a full-service wilderness resort perched on the Stewart-Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37) at kilometer mark 248, making it one of the very few services stops on the long haul between Meziadin Junction and Dease Lake for cyclists riding the Alaska Highway corridor. The property offers log chalet rooms, camping, an on-site cafe serving homemade soups and sandwiches, and fuel (gasoline, diesel, propane) — essentially a self-contained oasis in a stretch with no cell service. In winter the lodge doubles as the base for Last Frontier Heliskiing, considered the largest single heliski area on the planet.

value: Bell 2 Lodge

signal: Bell 2 Lodge, only full-service stop on that Cassiar stretch (heli-ski base); chalet rates ~$200-260


value: 2477 Marine Drive, West Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (covered) at 59m; rack at 72m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Angry Otter Liquor is a retail liquor store operated by Otter Co-op, a locally-owned cooperative with locations across British Columbia. Situated on Marine Drive in West Vancouver, it offers a convenient stop for touring cyclists looking to resupply with beverages. The OSM record notes wheelchair accessibility, suggesting a step-free entrance.

value: Angry Otter Liquor

detail: Liquor store — packed lunches not applicable to this business type


value: 13660 George Junction, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 38m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 69m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 69m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Subway


value: C-31831 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 1V4

community: Abbotsford

value: Great Pizza 2 for 1 is a pizza and Indian-fusion fast-food outlet operating out of a unit in Chilliwack, offering an unusually broad menu that blends classic Canadian pizza with South Asian dishes like tandoori chicken, paneer tikka, and dal makhni. The 2-for-1 specialty pizza lineup and Indian menu make it a distinctive stop for cyclists looking for a substantial, varied meal. Online ordering and pickup are supported.

value: Great Pizza 2 for 1

detail: Extensive vegetarian menu including Vegetarian Pizza, Apna Style Veggie, Greek Veggie, Spinach Lover, Pesto Veggie, Creamy Veggie, Taco Veggie, and a full Indian vegetarian section with dal, paneer dishes, pakoras, and chaat

wow_evidence: pizza and Indian-fusion fast-food outlet; significant city and phone mismatch between OSM and website


value: Bourbon St. Grill


value: 1419 Broad Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 66m; shed (covered, secure) at 72m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Broad Street Cycles is a long-standing premium bike shop anchored in downtown Victoria, recently merged with Bici under CSL Sports Ltd. while retaining its name, team, and both locations. The Broad Street flagship stocks Specialized and other premium brands and operates a dedicated service department, while a second location beside Jordie Lunn Bike Park in Langford houses MTB service, bike rentals, and a demo centre.

value: Broad Street Cycles

detail: Website prominently advertises 'RENT A BIKE AT JORDIE LUNN BIKE PARK' and includes a 'RENT A BIKE' navigation link; rentals appear to be offered at the Langford location, not at this Broad Street Victoria shop

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: long-standing premium bike shop anchored in downtown Victoria, recently merged with Bici under CSL Sports Ltd. ... dedicated service department


community: Nanaimo


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 46m; stands (6 spaces) at 91m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 19531 Fraser Hwy, Surrey BC V3S 6K7

value: Hiroshi Ramen is a Japanese ramen restaurant on Fraser Highway in Surrey, offering a focused menu of traditional broth styles — Shio, Shoyu, Miso, Mayu, and Sesame — alongside udon and Japanese appetizers like karaage, gyoza, and takoyaki. It operates as the Surrey branch of the Hiroshi Japanese Kitchen brand. Online ordering with both pickup and delivery options is available.

value: Hiroshi Ramen

detail: Menu includes 'Vege Ramen — Vegetarian-friendly broth with multiple veggie toppings.'

signal: Ramen shop; appetizers $5.95–16.95


value: 2591 Otter Avenue, Tulameen, BC, Canada

community: Tulameen

value: Lodestone Flats is a boutique-style motel under new ownership in the small community of Tulameen, positioned just steps from Otter Lake and the Tulameen River in the Similkameen Valley. The property operates with self check-in and keyless entry—no front desk—and sits within walking distance of local trails and the community general store. Cyclists passing through the Similkameen will find it a convenient and low-fuss base for exploring the region's riding and outdoor recreation.

value: Lodestone Flats Motel

detail: Website states property is 'just steps away from...the general store'


value: 19221 122A Avenue, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2E9

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Foamers' Folly is a craft microbrewery and taproom in Pitt Meadows pouring 20 rotating house-brewed taps — from lagers and wheat ales to wild sours and hard seltzers — alongside a full food menu and a patio. The brewery leans into an adventurous, community-oriented ethos with regular live music, trivia nights, food trucks, and comedy events. Cyclists will find a genuinely welcoming stop: the venue explicitly lists a bike rack, allows pets, and welcomes children.

value: Foamers' Folly Tap Room

signal: amenity=pub

detail: Contact page states explicitly: 'Bike rack available.'

wow_evidence: Bike rack available. ... 20 rotating house-brewed taps


community: Kelowna

value: Subway


value: 11935 207 Street, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: Langley Farm Market is a Metro Vancouver grocery chain that has operated for over 25 years with a focus on freshly picked produce sourced directly from BC farms, including Okanagan fruit and locally grown organic vegetables. The Maple Ridge 207 Street location carries a broad range of products: local and organic produce, fresh meat, chilled seafood, deli cold cuts, and in-store baked goods. The chain won the 2025 Vancouver Consumer Choice Award for Best Fruit & Vegetable Market, making it a well-regarded resupply stop for cyclists passing through Maple Ridge.

value: Langley Farm Market


community: Port Moody

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 4800 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (covered) at 97m.

community: Burnaby

value: Nespresso

signal: Nespresso boutique; ~$6-12


community: Quilchena

value: A large, popular family campground on the shore of Nicola Lake in a hot, dry Ponderosa pine and bunchgrass landscape, offering swimming, fishing, boating, and windsurfing; gets very busy in summer and sudden windstorms can make the lake hazardous.

value: Monck Provincial Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: large, popular family campground on the shore of Nicola Lake... offering swimming, fishing, boating


value: 6838 Number 3 Road, Richmond

community: Richmond

value: Founded in 2014, John 3:16 Malaysian Delights is Richmond's original and most prominent Malaysian restaurant, serving authentic dishes such as Beef Rendang, Nasi Lemak, Hainanese Chicken, and Roti Canai prepared from freshly sourced ingredients. The restaurant has since grown to four Lower Mainland locations — Richmond, Vancouver, Aberdeen, and Burnaby — with online ordering available at all dine-in branches. Cyclists stopping along the Number 3 Road corridor will find a full sit-down Malaysian dining experience as well as takeout options.

value: John 3:16 Malaysian Delights

signal: Main courses $18.95–$23.95; casual Malaysian sit-down restaurant

wow_evidence: Richmond's original and most prominent Malaysian restaurant ... four Lower Mainland locations


community: Westbank

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 27m; rack (6 spaces) at 57m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Thaï Express


value: 9471 No 2 Rd #130, Richmond, BC V7E 2C9

value: Torake is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Richmond that blends modern Japanese and French culinary techniques, emphasizing locally-sourced and seasonal ingredients. Guests can sit at the sushi bar to watch chefs work up close, or settle into the intimate dining room for a multi-sensory tasting experience. The restaurant also operates a catering arm, suggesting some flexibility beyond in-house dining.

value: Torake Japanese Cuisine

signal: Japanese-French fusion, sushi bar; ~$25-38pp


value: 545 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E6

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; rack (covered) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 86m; stands (4 spaces) at 90m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 35 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Onigiri Ya is a Japanese rice ball shop on West Broadway, operated by the Maruhachi Ramen Group, specializing in freshly made onigiri for pickup. It is a compact, takeout-only operation with an online pre-order system — ideal for a quick, portable meal on the go. The Broadway location is one of three Vancouver outposts from this local group.

value: Onigiri Ya

detail: Entire business model is pickup/takeout — online pre-order for pickup at Broadway location; no dine-in ordering mentioned

signal: onigiri rice-ball takeout shop; ~$8-14


value: 5005 Lakeshore Drive, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V6

community: Osoyoos

value: Full-service RV resort on Osoyoos Lake with a private sandy beach, lake views, flush washrooms, and year-round operation; tent camping is explicitly not permitted, making this a skip for most touring cyclists unless arriving by RV or renting an on-site unit.

value: Island View RV Resort


value: 1775 Trans-Canada Highway, Kamloops, BC

community: Kamloops

value: Kings Motor Inn is an affordable highway motel on the Trans-Canada in Kamloops offering a range of room types including kitchenette options with mountain views. Guests have access to an indoor pool, a BBQ area, and 24-hour front desk service. It is a dog-friendly property positioned as a convenient stopover for travelers passing through Kamloops.

value: Kings Motor Inn

signal: Explicitly marketed as 'Affordable Motel' with 'reasonable prices'; standard motel amenities

wow_evidence: indoor pool, a BBQ area


value: 703 Carson Avenue, Quesnel, BC V2J 2B6

blurb: Official visitor centre at the Quesnel-Fraser confluence; maps, trail and route advice.

community: Quesnel

value: The Quesnel Visitor Centre is the official tourism information office for Quesnel, a community at the confluence of the Quesnel and Fraser rivers in BC's central interior. It serves as a regional trip-planning hub with resources covering mountain biking, trails, fishing, outdoor adventure, and local dining. Touring cyclists passing through the Cariboo would find it a useful stop for local maps, itinerary ideas, and knowledge of the area's extensive trail network.

value: Quesnel Visitor Centre

signal: visitor centre, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Official visitor centre; ground-truth anchor: visitor centres worth routing through = 2.


value: 446 Main Street, Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0

blurb: Sicamous' library branch at the Trans-Canada junction.

community: Sicamous

value: The Sicamous Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library serves this small community at the junction of the Trans-Canada and Hwy 97A in the Shuswap region. Part of a 30-branch network that ranks as the 16th largest library in Canada, this branch offers public computers, internet access, scanning to email, and a rotating art wall showcasing local artists. For touring cyclists passing through Sicamous, it provides a welcoming public space with connectivity and free on-site parking.

days_closed: Mo Th Su

value: Sicamous Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Branch with local-artist wall; ordinary library band.


community: Cranbrook

value: The Pizza Co. is a pizza restaurant located in Cranbrook, BC, in the East Kootenay region. Cranbrook sits along several popular cycling routes in the Columbia Valley corridor, making it a potential refuelling stop for touring cyclists passing through. No further details about the restaurant's offerings or facilities could be verified.

value: The Pizza Co.

signal: cuisine=pizza


blurb: Woodland rhododendron garden in Whonnock.

value: The Rhododendron Garden is a public natural garden and woodland in the Whonnock area of Maple Ridge, BC. It draws visitors for its seasonal blooms and forested character, making it a quiet detour for cyclists passing through the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley region. Amenity details are currently unverifiable due to an unavailable website.

value: Rhododendron Garden

signal: public woodland garden, free

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Public woodland garden in Whonnock; website unavailable so amenities unverified (flag only, no score cut).


value: 1854 Myhrest Rd, Cowichan Bay, BC

community: Cowichan Bay

value: Rocky Creek Winery is a small family-run winery in Cowichan Bay, currently under new ownership by Jeremy and Susanna East, who took over from founders Mark and Linda (operating since 2005). Jeremy holds a WSET Level 3 award and is completing professional winemaking certification through UC Davis, bringing a craft-focused approach to the operation. The winery sells wines online, with a physical tasting room described as coming soon — making it an emerging destination on the Vancouver Island cycling circuit.

value: Rocky Creek Winery

origin: manual

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

wow_evidence: Tasting Room Coming Soon!