community: Hemlock Valley

value: A seasonal group campsite on a stocked fishing lake off a steep, rough FSR near Harrison Mills, with a boat launch and a 6 km lakeside trail popular with anglers and families; 4WD is required for access and all overnight options are group-site bookings at $270+/night, making it a skip for solo touring cyclists.

value: South Weaver Lake Group Site


source: enrichment

category: Food & Drink

community: Surrey

value: Captain's Oven Pizza is a Neapolitan-style pizzeria chain founded by siblings inspired by traditional pizza-making in Naples, Italy, now operating five locations across Metro Vancouver. The Surrey location bakes hand-stretched pizzas with San Marzano tomatoes in a custom 3-ton stone brick oven imported from Italy, producing pies in roughly two minutes. A touring cyclist will find a full-service sit-down restaurant with a broad menu of meat, vegetarian, specialty, and customizable pizzas, plus salads and desserts.

value: Captain's Oven Pizza

detail: FAQs confirm gluten-free pizza crust available (not a GF-free environment), vegan cheese offered, pizzas can be customized for vegan or vegetarian diets, and salads can be customized

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: medium

label: Cheap eats

signal: cuisine=pizza

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: info

wow_evidence: five locations across Metro Vancouver


value: Warm Bay Rd, Atlin, BC V0W 1A0, Canada

category: Camping

community: Atlin

source: osm

value: Pine Creek Campground

ownership: Private

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 1876 Cooper Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9N6

community: Kelowna

value: Mon Thong Thai Restaurant bills itself as the first and best Thai restaurant in Kelowna and the broader Okanagan area. Located on Cooper Road in Kelowna, it operates seven days a week and offers both dine-in and online ordering for pickup or delivery. A touring cyclist seeking a sit-down Thai meal in Kelowna would find a well-established local option here.

value: Mon Thong

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: Thai sit-down; ~$16-26pp

source: judgement

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 11666 Steveston Highway, Richmond, V7A 5J3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 31m; rack at 32m; rack (covered) at 87m.

category: Groceries

community: Richmond

value: Save-On-Foods

origin: chain

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

subcategory: Grocery Store

tier: welcoming


value: 468 Southwest Marine Drive, Vancouver, V5X 0C4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (4 spaces, secure, paid) at 66m; lockers (4 spaces, secure, paid) at 74m. Total: 8 spaces, 8 secure.

community: Vancouver

value: A&W

ownership: Buy Canadian

confidence: high

signal: chain 'a&w'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 13655 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2P2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces, covered) at 68m; rack (5 spaces) at 98m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Diya Restaurant & Sweets is a fully vegetarian Indian restaurant serving an extensive menu of North Indian mains, South Indian dosas, street-food chaats, Indo-Chinese dishes, and house-made sweets. The kitchen uses freshly ground herbs and no MSG, with every dish customizable from mild to extra spicy. It offers a warm sit-down dining room alongside pickup and direct-contact delivery.

value: Diya Restaurant & Sweets

detail: Website menu contains exclusively vegetarian items (paneer, veggie, dal, lentil dishes) with no meat listed anywhere on the menu

signal: vegetarian Indian, dosa/chaat/sweets; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: fully vegetarian Indian restaurant


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Subway

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'subway'


value: #5-4300 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 1Z8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 51m; stands (3 spaces) at 79m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Pizza Factory has been a neighbourhood pizza staple in Burnaby's Metrotown area since 1996. The menu spans customizable pizzas in multiple sizes alongside pastas, salads, and sides, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free crust options available. Situated on the Kingsway corridor, it offers both walk-in pickup and online ordering, making it a practical refuelling option for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Pizza Factory

detail: Menu lists dedicated 'Vegetarian' and 'Pesto Vegetarian' classic pizzas; GF crust available as a paid add-on


value: 5022 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1V4, Canada

community: Port Alberni

value: Unilo Food is a convenience store located on Vancouver Island, BC. With minimal publicly available information, it represents a local stop that touring cyclists in the area may find useful for quick resupply. Its Instagram presence suggests an active operation, though details about its stock and facilities remain unverified.

value: Unilo Food

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 19583 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3S 6K7, Canada

value: Royal Chaska is a full-service Indian restaurant and bar on Fraser Highway in Surrey, offering a broad menu of traditional dishes — from tandoori meats and street chaat to rich curries and biryanis — alongside a well-stocked bar with craft cocktails and beer on tap. The kitchen is led by Chef Sam, who trained at Taj Hotels and Radisson in India before moving to Canada. The restaurant also runs a daily lunch buffet and accepts online orders, making it a practical sit-down stop for cyclists travelling along the Fraser Valley corridor.

value: Royal Chaska Indian Resto & Bar

detail: Extensive vegetarian options throughout the menu (Aloo Gobi, Channa Masala, Dal Makhani, Malai Kofta, Kadhai Paneer, multiple paneer tikka varieties, Bombay Bhel, Dahi Puri, Papri Chaat, etc.). One reviewer explicitly notes 'many vegetarian options' at the buffet. Drinks menu lists a gluten-free beer ('Whistler Brewing Foreger - Gluten Free Lager'). Jain food available on special request per a customer review

signal: Main dishes $15–16, buffet ~$14; sit-down Indian restaurant


value: 701 Anderton Road

community: Comox

value: Town Pantry


value: 123 Carrie Cates Ct, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 36m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: The Mainstay is the central bar of British Columbia's first licensed food hall, anchoring 18 independent food kitchens inside the Lonsdale Quay Market on North Vancouver's waterfront. Opened in January 2026, it serves BC craft beers on draft, a curated wine list, cocktails, and alcohol-free options alongside a live music program. The food hall format gives touring cyclists rolling in off the SeaBus a rare combination of a proper licensed bar and access to a wide variety of food vendors all under one roof.

value: The Mainstay

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 3250 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0

community: Sun Peaks

value: Sundance Liquor Store is a village retail shop within the Sun Peaks Resort, located in the Residences at Sun Peaks Grand building. It carries wine, beer, coolers, ciders, and spirits, with a selection of over 200 different wines. For touring cyclists passing through or staying at Sun Peaks, it serves as a convenient spot to pick up drinks after a day on the trails or bike park.

value: Sundance Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 140-4000 No.3 Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (4 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Unique Bakery is a handcrafted artisan bakery specializing in naturally fermented bread, bagels, pretzels, and toast made from locally sourced ingredients. The bakery emphasizes a slow, traditional fermentation process and low-sugar, low-fat recipes. Products can be ordered online for pickup or through partner retail locations in Richmond and Burnaby.

value: Unique Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 6386 Number 3 Road, Unit 155, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 82m; rack at 86m; rack at 89m; rack at 90m; rack at 94m.

value: Choowee is a bubble tea cafe located in a unit at 6386 Number 3 Road in Richmond, BC. Bubble tea shops are a popular refreshment stop for cyclists navigating Richmond's flat, bike-friendly streets. The Instagram-only web presence suggests a small, independent operation.

value: Choowee

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 616 Baker St, Nelson, BC V1L 4J4

community: Nelson

value: A Nelson institution since 1983, this family-owned diner on Baker Street is celebrated for fresh halibut fish and chips, authentic Greek specialties, aged AAA steaks, and gourmet burgers. Cyclists can eat inside or on what the restaurant bills as Nelson's first outdoor patio, with locally brewed draft beer, wine, and cocktails on offer. Its central downtown location makes it a natural refueling stop for riders passing through the Kootenays.

value: Main Street Diner

signal: Diner format (explicitly), sit-down, 'fair price' emphasis on homepage

region: Kootenay Rockies

wow_evidence: A Nelson institution since 1983, this family-owned diner... Nelson's first outdoor patio


value: 12053 72 Avenue, Surrey

value: Quiznos

signal: chain 'quiznos'


bike_access: hard

character: utilitarian

energy: active

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

community: Blewett

source: camping

value: A tiny 2-site backcountry recreation site tied to the Kootenay Mountaineering Club's Copper Mountain Cabin above Nelson; expect a hike-in approach, no services, and high-alpine terrain.

value: Copper Hut Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 5871 Sooke Road, Sooke, British Columbia V9Z 0C3

community: Sooke

value: Seek & Surf is a husband-and-wife-run surf and skate shop on Sooke Road, anchoring the Juan de Fuca Strait surf community with surfboards, wetsuits, fins, and a curated selection of outdoor lifestyle goods. Founded by Mike and Cas, the shop positions itself as an inclusive gathering place for outdoor enthusiasts rather than a purely transactional retailer. Touring cyclists passing through Sooke may find it worth a stop for dry bags, sun care products, footwear, or simply a welcoming local vibe.

value: Seek & Surf

subcategory: Outdoor Gear


value: Petro-Canada


value: 120-2000 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5W3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 62m; rack (2 spaces) at 64m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: The Landing Liquor Store is Nanaimo's largest private liquor retailer, housed in a spacious unit at the Brooks Landing shopping centre on Island Highway North. The store carries over 5,000 products including 750+ craft beers, 400 BC VQA wines, and 300+ scotch varieties, with an on-site sommelier available for consultation. A rentable private tasting room with a bar, projector, and food service makes it a notable stop for groups looking to explore BC's wine and craft beer scene.

value: The Landing Liquor Store

wow_evidence: Nanaimo's largest private liquor retailer...over 5,000 products including 750+ craft beers, 400 BC VQA wines


value: 3866 Bayview Street, Richmond, V7E 3B6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 63m; rack (5 spaces) at 68m; rack at 92m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 319 Governors Ct #101, New Westminster, BC V3L 5S5

community: New Westminster

value: The Notorious Grey Fox Taps & Patio is a sports bar and pub set inside the historic BC Penitentiary Building in New Westminster. It pours 22 craft beer taps alongside artisan cocktails and a food menu built around creative spins on pub classics. The venue runs a busy calendar of weekly events — trivia, open mic, karaoke, and live sports — making it a lively urban stop on any Fraser Valley cycling route.

value: The Notorious Grey Fox

signal: amenity=pub


value: 9167 148 Street, Surrey, BC V3R 3W7

value: Green Timbers Pub is a well-established neighbourhood sports bar and full-service restaurant in Surrey, anchored by big-screen TVs for Canucks, Lions, and NFL/NHL viewing. The venue is also home to one of the largest BC Lottery Centres in the province and an attached full-service liquor store. A touring cyclist seeking a casual sit-down meal or cold drink in the Green Timbers area would find this a lively, familiar local stop.

value: Green Timbers Pub


value: 1379 Ellis Street, Kelowna, V1Y 1Z9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: lockers (secure) at 99m.

blurb: Dinner theatre in Kelowna's Cultural District staging Broadway-style musicals.

category: Attractions

value: Kelowna Actors Studio is a 200-seat professional theatre established in 2003 in Kelowna's Cultural District, producing Broadway-style musicals and hosting youth education programs. The venue offers a dinner-and-show experience with full table service — including appetizers, mains, wines, and cocktails — alongside traditional theatre-style seating. Voted the Okanagan's Favourite Theatre Company and Best Arts Organization, it sits directly across from the Kelowna Public Library in a former packinghouse building.

dwell: half

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: art-culture

value: Kelowna Actors Studio

detail: On-site kitchen and licensed bar with full dinner table service for evening performances; themed menu per production includes appetizers, mains, beverages, wines, and cocktails. Complimentary dessert served during intermission for table seating guests

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: dinner-theatre with full table service; $60-100/person

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: 200-seat professional dinner theatre producing Broadway-style musicals; show-conditional evening out.


value: 6626B Hastings Street Unit 146B, Burnaby, BC V5B 1S2

value: Subway at Kensington Square Plaza is a franchise location of the global sandwich chain, serving footlong sandwiches, wraps, and salads in Burnaby's Hastings corridor. The location supports in-restaurant dining, curbside pickup, and delivery, and accepts major credit cards. As a national chain with no documented cycling-specific amenities, its utility to touring cyclists is limited to basic food resupply.

value: Subway


value: Mile 175 Rd, Peace River, BC V0C 2V0, Canada

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Buckinghorse River

value: A tidy highway wayside on the Buckinghorse River at km 278 of the Alaska Highway, offering river swimming, arctic grayling fishing, and reliable moose and bear sightings in the northern Rocky Mountain foothills; cooperatively managed with basic facilities and a gate-controlled season from late May through September.

value: Buckinghorse River Wayside Campground

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: river swimming, arctic grayling fishing... cooperatively managed... km 278 of the Alaska Highway


value: 2098 West 41st Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 5m; bollard (2 spaces) at 20m; rack (5 spaces) at 54m; bollard (2 spaces) at 76m; bollard (2 spaces) at 84m; bollard (2 spaces) at 84m; rack (3 spaces) at 86m; rack (10 spaces) at 90m; rack (6 spaces) at 94m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 95m; bollard (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Honolulu Coffee


blurb: Nuxalk-owned boat tours from Bella Coola: Great Bear Rainforest fjords, hot springs, village sites.

community: Bella Coola

value: Nan Adventure Tours is a 100% Indigenous-owned and operated boat-tour company based in Bella Coola, BC, running day trips into the Great Bear Rainforest with a Nuxalk captain. Tours include soaks at remote hot springs, wildlife viewing in fjords and inlets, and cultural interpretation at ancient village sites and totem poles. For a cyclist exploring the Central Coast, this offers a rare chance to experience the surrounding wilderness by water with local Indigenous knowledge.

dwell: day

facet_confidence: low

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Nan Adventure Tours

origin: manual

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Charter boat tours starting at $800-1600 per group

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned boat day-tours into Great Bear Rainforest with hot springs and village sites — day-shaping guided experience.


value: 1445 E 41st Ave Vancouver BC V5P 1J8

value: East Side Craft House is a family-owned neighbourhood pub in East Vancouver, operating since 2012 in the former Elephant Walk Pub space. It pours 16 taps of local Vancouver craft draft beer alongside fresh-grilled burgers, never-frozen chicken wings, and a rotating pub menu. The pub has a dog-friendly patio and hosts weekly community events including Wing Wednesdays, Trivia Saturdays, and NFL Sunday Ticket screenings.

value: East Side Craft House

detail: Website FAQ states: 'We have many Vegetarian items, including fried appetizers, salads, paneer curry, and Impossible meat substitutions. We do not have Vegan or Gluten free items.' Vegetarian confirmed; vegan and GF explicitly unavailable


value: 4485 Trans Canada Highway, Cowichan Bay, BC V9L 6L8

community: Cowichan Bay

value: Best Buy #6 Cowichan Bay is part of a locally owned, Vancouver Island-based liquor store group operating since 1986. The Cowichan Bay location recently expanded into a 3,500 sq ft 'Superstore' format, making it one of the larger stops on the Trans-Canada corridor through the Cowichan Valley. It is positioned directly off the highway with ample parking, offering a broad selection of beer, wine, spirits, and coolers.

value: Best Buy Liquor


blurb: Chetwynd's rec complex: arena, gym, climbing wall, indoor track.

community: Chetwynd

value: The Chetwynd & District Recreation Complex is a municipal multi-use facility operated by the District of Chetwynd in Northern BC. It encompasses an arena, curling rink, gymnasium, indoor playground and climbing wall, and a running/walking track, making it one of the primary year-round recreation hubs in this remote community along Highway 97. For a touring cyclist passing through Chetwynd, it represents a central public facility in an otherwise sparsely serviced stretch of northern BC.

facet_confidence: med

setting: mixed

theme: recreation

value: Chetwynd & District Recreation Complex

ownership: Public

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal complex (arena, curling, gym, climbing wall, track; no pool mentioned); standard rec band.


category: Accommodation

community: Oak Bay

value: Oak Bay Beach Hotel is an elegant luxury boutique resort nestled on the shores of Vancouver Island in Victoria, BC, with spacious oceanfront guest rooms overlooking the Salish Sea. Rated the #1 Hotel in Western Canada by Condé Nast Traveller, it blends old-world charm with contemporary service. Touring cyclists finishing a coastal route would find upscale dining, a spa with mineral pools, and multiple on-site restaurants including FARO and The Snug.

value: Oak Bay Beach Hotel

detail: Multiple on-site dining venues listed: Boathouse Kitchen + Bar, The Snug, Lobby Lounge, FARO, and In-Room Dining

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Explicit 'luxury boutique resort' positioning; #1 Western Canada hotel (Condé Nast); Boathouse Spa

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: rated the #1 Hotel in Western Canada by Condé Nast Traveller; spa with mineral pools


value: 17900 - 20 Avenue, Surrey BC

blurb: Exotic-tree forest park with fairy doors and picnic meadows.

community: Surrey

value: Redwood Park is one of Surrey's most spectacular nature destinations, distinguished by a large forest of exotic tree species rarely found in the Lower Mainland. The park offers over 5 kilometres of scenic nature trails winding through the natural area, along with rustic picnic shelters and an all-access playground. It makes a pleasant detour or rest stop for cyclists exploring the South Surrey area.

dwell: short

planning: walk-up

value: Redwood Park

band_key: free

label: Free

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Forest of exotic tree species planted by the Brown brothers, fairy-village trails — distinctive Surrey park.


community: Fernie

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 4123 200 Street, Langley, V3A 1K8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 69m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Cedarbrook Bakery & Deli is a neighbourhood bakery and deli in Langley, BC, baking fresh bread, cheese buns, donuts, and other goods in-store daily. The deli counter carries a wide selection of cured meats and cheeses, and the shop also offers gluten-free baked goods for cyclists with dietary restrictions. Customer reviews highlight friendly staff and high-quality food, making it a welcoming stop on a ride through the Langley area.

google_place_id: ChIJSwiemZDPhVQRppKJoroLoRM

value: Cedarbrook Bakery & Deli


value: 1200 Cartier Ave, Coquitlam, BC

blurb: Municipal community centre in historic Maillardville.

community: Coquitlam

value: Maillardville Community Centre is a 22,000-square-foot municipal recreation facility in Coquitlam featuring a gymnasium, dance/fitness studio, teaching kitchen, and multipurpose rooms. It is the heart of the historic Maillardville francophone neighbourhood and is accessible by several bus routes (153, 156, 157). The centre has underground parking and extensive accessibility features including power-operated doors and an elevator.

theme: civic

value: Maillardville Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal rec facility, no pool — standard 1/1.


value: 515 Broadway Street W, Nakusp, BC, V0G 1R0

community: Nakusp

value: The Lodge at Arrow Lakes is a 47-room motel tucked into the small town of Nakusp in BC's Arrow Lakes region, a natural waypoint for cyclists exploring the quieter Kootenay back roads. The property includes the Arrow Lake Tavern with an indoor dining room and outdoor patio serving food seven days a week. The surrounding area offers road cycling, lakeside walkways, and access to Valhalla Provincial Park in the Selkirk Mountains.

value: The Lodge at Arrow Lakes

detail: Arrow Lake Tavern is on-site with a dining room and outdoor patio; website states 'Open 7 days a week' with patio and takeout available

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: 47-room motel... Arrow Lake Tavern with indoor dining room and outdoor patio serving food seven days a week


value: 780 Bidwell Street, V6G 2J6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Maruhachi Ra-men is a ramen restaurant chain with a West End Vancouver branch on Bidwell Street, a short ride from Stanley Park and the Seawall. It is part of Maruhachi Ra-men Canada and offers pickup ordering in addition to dine-in service. The West End location puts it within easy reach of several popular urban cycling routes.

value: Maruhachi Ra-men

confidence: low

signal: ramen chain; ~$14-20pp

wow_evidence: part of Maruhachi Ra-men Canada


value: Lennox Liquor Store is a retail alcohol shop located in Vancouver. It serves as a convenient stop for purchasing beverages while cycling through the area.

value: Lennox Liquor Store

wow_evidence: confirmed active alcohol shop with recent check_date (2026-03-15) and opening hours


value: 643 School Road, Gibsons

community: Gibsons

value: Smitty's Oyster House is an independent waterfront seafood restaurant in Gibsons on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, self-described as 'the institution on the water.' The menu centres on a rotating selection of fresh raw and broiled oysters alongside Dungeness crab, sablefish, scallops, and other Pacific and East Coast seafood. It is a distinctly local spot — the OSM record explicitly flags it as unrelated to the Smitty's breakfast chain — making it a notable destination meal for cyclists touring the Sunshine Coast.

value: Smitty's Oyster House

detail: Several vegetarian-suitable items appear on the menu: Smitty's Salad, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Edamame, Grilled Broccolini, Pappardelle (pasta), and Kennebec Fries. Not explicitly labelled as vegetarian; no vegan or GF claims noted

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Smitty's Oyster House = independent waterfront oyster/seafood house, NOT the diner chain; ~$35-55pp

wow_evidence: independent waterfront seafood restaurant in Gibsons... self-described as 'the institution on the water'


value: Daajing Giids, BC V8J 1H9, Canada

community: Daajing Giids

value: Howler's Liquor Store is a liquor retailer serving the remote North Coast and Haida Gwaii region of British Columbia, one of the most isolated touring destinations in Canada. For cyclists making the journey to Haida Gwaii, a reliable bottle shop is a meaningful stop after long stretches with few services. Its location in this sparsely populated archipelago makes it a notable landmark for self-supported tourers resupplying on the islands.

value: Howler's Liquor Store

wow_evidence: remote North Coast and Haida Gwaii region… OSM check_date 2024-07-29


community: Prince George

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 1515 Johnston Road, White Rock, V4B 3Z6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 26m; rack at 31m.

community: White Rock

value: The Beer Shack is a bar and microbrewery located on Johnston Road in White Rock, BC. OSM tags suggest it may operate as a multi-use venue, with nightclub and theatre designations alongside its craft brewery function. Touring cyclists passing through the White Rock area would find it a potential stop for locally brewed beer.

value: The Beer Shack


value: 827 Denman Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6G2L7

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (6 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Modern Handi is a West End neighbourhood staple that has been serving bold, authentic Indian cuisine on Denman Street for over nine years, just steps from Stanley Park and English Bay. The kitchen specialises in clay-oven tandoori dishes and rich curries, with a signature Mixed Grill Platter drawing repeat visitors. Online ordering with same-day pickup makes it a convenient fuel stop for cyclists exploring the seawall area.

value: Modern Handi Indian Cuisine

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Mains' category and multiple vegetarian items: Vegetable Pakora, Vegetable Samosa, Paneer Pakora, Paneer Lababdar, Cauliflower 65, Onion Bhaji, Chole Bhature, Chana Papri Chaat

signal: Mains CAD$20–30: tandoori chicken, biryani, butter chicken

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: West End neighbourhood staple... over nine years... steps from Stanley Park and English Bay


value: 5300 No. 3 Rd #616, Richmond, BC V6X 2X9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 39m; rack (covered) at 89m.

community: Richmond

value: Smart 'n Save is a supermarket in Richmond offering groceries and general supplies. For touring cyclists, it provides a convenient place to stock up on food and supplies during travel through the area.

value: Smart 'n Save


value: 2270 Garner Road, Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: House of Rose Winery is a craft winery and wine shop located on Garner Road in Kelowna, situated in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley — one of Canada's premier wine regions. The winery is noted as a standout stop on guided wine tours of the Kelowna area. Touring cyclists exploring the region's vineyard routes and the nearby Kettle Valley Rail Trail would find it a natural waypoint.

value: House of Rose Winery

signal: Craft winery tasting room

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 622 Palmerston Ave, Midway, BC V0H 1M0

community: Midway

value: Mile Zero Motel is a small, owner-operated motel in Midway, BC, sitting just metres from the Kettle Valley Railway Trail — one of BC's premier long-distance cycling routes. Hosts Vickie and Tracy have welcomed touring cyclists, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts for over 16 years, with immaculate rooms and a quiet Kettle Valley setting that makes it a natural overnight stop on a KVR tour. The motel provides free on-site parking for guests leaving bikes while they ride the trail and enforces a clear, cyclist-oriented bike-storage policy.

value: Mile Zero Motel

detail: Website explicitly states: 'NO cycles in any room at any time'

detail: On-site restaurant (which offered 6am breakfast buffet) is listed as 'TEMPORARILY CLOSED' on both homepage and dining subpage; no alternative breakfast provision mentioned

detail: Rooms page lists 'historical hotel and pub' within walking distance of the motel

detail: Rooms page lists 'grocery store' within walking distance of the motel

detail: Website rooms page states: 'secure lockup is available for cyclists during their stay at the motel (NO cycles in any room at any time)'

tier: accredited


value: 250 Main Street, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0

community: Ucluelet

value: Yayu is a 100% plant-based cafe tucked into Ucluelet's downtown, serving consciously crafted specialty coffee drinks, smoothies, and nourishing bowls and wraps on the traditional territory of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Nation. The cafe offers both outdoor patio seating overlooking Fraser Lane and limited indoor seating, with takeout also available. Owner Maude brings a background in wildlife management and culinary experience to a menu that skews toward whole-food, globally inspired dishes with many gluten-free options.

value: Yayu

detail: Website declares '100% plant powered' and 'consciously crafted'. Menu explicitly marks several items GF (Pad Thai, Dragon Bowl, Rainbow Rolls)

signal: Main entrees $14–19, plant-based cafe format

wow_evidence: 100% plant-based cafe in Ucluelet with outdoor patio seating and takeout available


value: Haylmore Avenue, Gold Bridge

community: Gold Bridge

value: Gold Dust Motel is a motel in Gold Bridge providing overnight accommodation for travelers.

value: Gold Dust Motel


value: 777 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; rack (2 spaces) at 34m; rack at 72m. Total: 10 spaces.

blurb: National lacrosse hall of fame in the sport's Canadian heartland.

community: New Westminster

value: The Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame is a non-profit museum chartered in 1964 by the Canadian Lacrosse Association and located in New Westminster, the historic heart of Canadian lacrosse. It preserves artifacts, stories, and records celebrating players, builders, and teams who shaped Canada's national summer sport, with roots tracing back to First Nations origins. Touring cyclists interested in Canadian sports heritage can explore physical and virtual exhibits, inductee galleries, and a comprehensive lacrosse timeline.

theme: history

value: Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Regional sports museum, non-profit, no price listed

wow_evidence: National hall of fame for Canada's summer sport, chartered 1964, in the historic home of Canadian lacrosse.


value: 9380 Hwy 97, Spallumcheen, V1H 1W9

blurb: Living-history museum at one of BC's oldest cattle ranches, north of Vernon.

community: Spallumcheen

value: O'Keefe Ranch is a historic living museum near Vernon, BC, preserving one of British Columbia's oldest cattle ranches across a sprawling multi-building property with year-round resident farm animals. Operated by the O'Keefe Ranch & Interior Heritage Society, the site offers seasonal heritage exhibitions, glamping, and community events from spring through fall. Touring cyclists will find it a substantial destination stop along Hwy 97, with an on-site restaurant and a property covering roughly 1.2 km of walking through heritage buildings and grounds.

label: Open season with events

months: May June July August September October

value: O'Keefe Ranch

detail: Rustlers Table Restaurant confirmed open on-site; website front page states 'Rustlers Table Restaurant is OPEN'

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: O'Keefe Ranch admission ~$15-20

wow_evidence: One of BC's oldest cattle ranches, now a substantial multi-building living museum with resident animals — provincial-band heritage destination.


value: 780 13th Avenue

community: Campbell River

value: A café in the Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands region. Details about current operations and amenities could not be verified due to website access issues.

value: Sunny Day Café

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 703 Douglas Street, V8W 2B4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 88m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: The Old Spaghetti Factory

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


blurb: Indigenous-owned small-boat fishing and wildlife charters in the Discovery Islands.

value: Fierce Fish Ocean Adventures is an Indigenous-owned and operated private boat tour company led by Captain Jay, whose roots are with the Saddle Lake Cree Nation. Operating from Quadra Island and Campbell River in the Discovery Islands, FFOA offers fully personalized fishing charters, whale watching, and scenic tours for groups of up to six guests aboard a 22-foot Corvina 225. A touring cyclist visiting the area who wants to experience the Salish Sea wildlife — including whales and coastal scenery — would find this a distinctive, locally rooted option.

label: whale & salmon season

months: June July August September October

theme: wildlife

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

value: Fierce Fish Ocean Adventures

signal: $140-170 CAD/hour per boat, shared by up to 6 guests

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned six-guest charter (fishing, whales, scenic) from Quadra/Campbell River; small operation, community label off.


community: Chilliwack

value: Original Joe's

signal: chain 'original joe'


value: 506 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver

community: North Vancouver

value: Bean Around The World


value: 3027 Immel Street, V2S 4L3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 26m; rack (4 spaces) at 27m; rack (2 spaces) at 70m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Abbotsford


value: 285 Nelson's Court, New Westminster, V3L 0E3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 35m; rack at 40m; rack at 43m; rack at 51m; rack at 85m; stands at 97m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: BAK'D Cookies is a sibling-run gourmet cookie café in New Westminster, founded during the COVID-19 pandemic and opening its first brick-and-mortar location in 2024. They specialize in oversized 5 oz handmade cookies baked fresh daily, alongside a café drinks menu featuring matcha lattes, iced coffees, and specialty beverages. The business is a certified BC Green Business and sources high-quality local ingredients.

value: BAK'D Cookies

detail: Website states 'fresh out of the oven warm cookies' and menu includes hot drinks (lattes, matcha, tea)

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: sibling-run gourmet cookie café, opening its first brick-and-mortar location in 2024


value: 721 Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1W5

value: The Veranda is a seasonal open-air patio at the iconic Fairmont Empress, perched above Victoria's Inner Harbour with sweeping views of the water and the heart of the city. Operating on both upper and lower levels, it is one of Victoria's most celebrated outdoor dining spots and a natural landmark on any harbour-front cycling route. As part of the Fairmont Empress, the venue carries the full service infrastructure of a grand historic hotel established in 1908.

value: Veranda

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: seasonal open-air patio at the iconic Fairmont Empress... grand historic hotel established in 1908


value: 1796 Depot Road, Squamish, BC

character: destination

washroom_type: flush

community: Squamish

value: A quiet, well-run private basecamp in Squamish backing directly onto the extensive trail network, with ride-in/ride-out mountain bike and hike access, hot showers, and a bike wash station; explicitly not a party campground — serious riders and early risers only.

value: MTN Fun Basecamp

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: ride-in/ride-out trail access… bike wash station… on-site cycling business (Dialed-In Cycling)


value: 4935 Kitamaat Village Road, Kitimat, BC V8C 2G7

label: salmon fishing season

months: June July August September

price_band: standard

community: Haisla

value: A working marina campground on Douglas Channel near Kitimat offering the only beachfront sites in the area, with coin-operated showers and laundry; camping is first-come, first-served and there is no WiFi at the sites.

value: MK Bay Marina

wow_evidence: Coin operated laundry and shower facilities


value: 2711 Highway 3

community: Creston

value: A motel located on Highway 3 in the Kootenays region of British Columbia. Situated on a major provincial highway corridor, it serves travelers passing through the area and could accommodate touring cyclists seeking roadside lodging.

value: Skimmerhorn Inn


value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 2222 West 4th Ave., Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (3 spaces) at 25m; rack (5 spaces) at 28m; rack (5 spaces) at 33m; rack (5 spaces) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 57m; rack (5 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; rack (18 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; rack (5 spaces) at 80m; stands (7 spaces) at 82m; rack (5 spaces) at 95m; rack (5 spaces) at 96m. Total: 79 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Simpatico is a Kitsilano landmark that has been serving traditional Greek and Italian food since 1969, making it one of Vancouver's longest-running family-owned restaurants. The menu centers on homemade Greek classics—souvlaki, saganaki, spanakopita—alongside its well-known whole wheat crust pizzas and wild BC salmon. The atmosphere is described as cheery and fun, with local craft beers, wines, and cocktails on offer.

value: Simpatico

detail: Menu explicitly labels the Lentil Soup and Salad entrée 'For our Vegetarian Friends'; Lentil Soup also described as 'Delicious Vegetarian Soup, Greek Village Style'. No vegan or GF claims found

signal: Entrees $20–28, mostly $23–27; casual neighborhood spot since 1969


value: Purden Lake Provincial Park, Sinclair Mills, BC V0J 3M0

price_label: Standard

community: Sinclair Mills

value: A 78-site provincial park on the north shore of Purden Lake, 64 km east of Prince George right off Yellowhead Highway 16, offering lakeshore swimming, canoeing, and fishing for rainbow trout and kokanee in boreal forest surroundings. Be aware that the lake is prone to sudden heavy winds — a hazard for paddlers.

value: Purden Lake Provincial Park Campground

wow_evidence: lakeshore swimming, canoeing, and fishing...right off Yellowhead Highway 16


value: 141 2nd St E, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1C2

value: South Castle Korean Restaurant is a Korean eatery on East 2nd Street in North Vancouver. The Korean name '남한산성 순대' (Namhansanseong Sundae) suggests a focus on traditional Korean cuisine, particularly sundae (Korean blood sausage). Dine-in service is available, with catering and reservations handled by phone.

value: South Castle Korean Restaurant

signal: Casual Korean restaurant; no menu prices visible; no fine-dining markers present


value: Admin Building (main floor), 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (covered, secure) at 79m; wall_loops (covered) at 88m.

value: Sunshine Eatery is a UBC Okanagan campus eatery located on the main floor of the Admin Building, operated by UBCO Food Services as one of 11 on-campus dining locations. It offers breakfast and lunch fare including grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, pastries, hot take-out dishes, and coffee. As a university food services outlet, it primarily serves the campus community of over 12,000 students, staff, and faculty.

value: Sunshine

signal: campus grab-and-go sandwiches/salads; ~$10-14


value: 815 Yellowhead Highway, Burns Lake, BC

community: Burns Lake

value: The Wanakena Motel is a family-owned property set on country acreage in Burns Lake, at the heart of the Lakes District in northern British Columbia along the Yellowhead Highway. It offers 17 ground-floor rooms with kitchenettes, a large parking lot, and outdoor electrical plugins. The surrounding region features over 300 lakes and is a hub for fishing, canoeing, hiking, and other outdoor recreation.

value: Wanakena motel

detail: Website states motel is 'located minutes from shopping, restaurants, parks and recreation sites'

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: family-owned property...17 ground-floor rooms with kitchenettes...outdoor electrical plugins


value: 685 Humboldt Street, V1W 1A6

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack at 44m; rack at 44m; stands (4 spaces) at 48m; rack at 59m; rack (4 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; rack at 76m; rack at 95m. Total: 12 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: no

category: Bike Services

value: Cycle BC Rentals & Tours is a well-established Victoria rental operation celebrating over 30 years in business, offering city, kids, electric, gravel, and mountain bike rentals alongside motorcycle and scooter options. Staff can suggest routes, hidden back roads, restaurant picks, and safe riding tips, making it a convenient launchpad for visitors exploring the city or surrounding region by bike. It is one of only two Cycle BC locations in BC (the other in Vancouver), positioning it as one of the larger two-wheeled rental outfitters in the province.

value: Cycle BC Rentals

detail: Website states: 'Cycle BC has the best bike rentals for city, kids, electric, gravel and mountain bikes.'

detail: Website repeatedly references 'bike rentals and tours' and the Victoria menu includes a 'Tours' section under Bicycles

subcategory: Rentals

wow_evidence: over 30 years in business... one of only two Cycle BC locations in BC


value: 45735 Thomas Road, Unit 1, Chilliwack, BC V2R3N3

bike_repair_offered: yes

value: Forever Bikes, also trading as Jack's Cycle, has served Chilliwack cyclists since 1963, making it one of the longest-running bike shops in the Fraser Valley. It is a full-service shop carrying a wide range from BMX and mountain to commuter and high-end e-bikes across brands like Specialized, Gazelle, CUBE, Ibis, and Knolly. A professional repair department offers free estimates and handles everything from minor adjustments to full overhauls, with a broad accessories inventory covering racks, lighting, locks, hydration, and tires.

value: Forever Bikes

detail: Homepage states the shop 'caters to e-bike' and it sells major e-bike brands (Gazelle, Specialized Turbo Como, CUBE Kathmandu Hybrid); as a stated full-service shop for e-bikes, service is implied across the product range sold

subcategory: Repair Shop


value: 4112 Lougheed Highway, BUrnaby, V5C 6A8

community: BUrnaby

value: La Ruota


community: Mill Bay

value: A sushi restaurant located in Sidney. As a food service establishment, it may serve touring cyclists seeking a meal.

value: Mill Bay Sushi

wow_evidence: A sushi restaurant located in Sidney


value: Atluck Rd, Woss, BC V0N 3P0, Canada

bike_access: rough

energy: restorative

community: Woss

value: A small 9-site wilderness campground beside Schoen Lake on Vancouver Island, reached via a gravel forest service road; closed November through March due to slide risk, and subject to closure during extreme rainfall events — plan accordingly.

value: Schoen Lake Provincial Campground

wow_evidence: small 9-site wilderness campground... closed November through March due to slide risk


value: #960-15355 24 Avenue, Surrey, BC V4A 2H9

community: Surrey

value: Sushi Mori is a Japanese fusion restaurant in South Surrey near White Rock, specializing in sushi, sashimi, and special rolls using fresh ingredients including tuna, salmon, and sockeye salmon. Open since 2015, it is one of three Lower Mainland locations and draws on over 100 staff across the group. The restaurant features a vintage interior with natural stone and wood materials alongside an exclusive house special sauce made from fruits and vegetables.

value: Sushi Mori Japanese Restaurant

signal: sushi fusion, reasonable; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: one of three Lower Mainland locations… over 100 staff across the group


community: West Vancouver

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 18737 Fraser Highway, Surrey

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 122 - 149 Fulford-Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2T9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 44m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Ganges

value: Buzzy's Luncheonette is a beloved Jewish deli on Salt Spring Island, celebrated for house-made Montreal Smoked Meat — briskets cured for 8–10 days, smoked for 10 hours, and steamed to order. Founded in 2017 by a former LA standup comic and his wife, the tiny shop punches well above its weight and won the 2019 Salty Award for Best New Business and Best Menu Item. Cyclists crossing to Salt Spring will find hearty, distinctive sandwiches and house-made potato latkes ready for takeout.

value: Buzzy's Luncheonette

detail: Website states 'TAKE-OUT ORDERS' and 'CALL TO ORDER (250) 222-8650'; online ordering explicitly unavailable but phone takeout is the primary service model

detail: Menu includes vegetarian items: Latkes (4 potato pancakes with apple sauce/sour cream), Grilled Cheese on Challah Bread, and Upper West Side Tuna Salad (pescatarian). No vegan or GF labelling found

signal: Jewish deli, Montreal smoked meat, takeout; ~$12-16


community: Coquitlam

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 106-7433 Frontier Street, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 98m.

community: Pemberton

value: Grimm's Deli is a family-owned landmark in downtown Pemberton that has served the community for over 27 years, offering all-day breakfast featuring locally sourced Pemberton potatoes, gourmet sandwiches, homemade soups, and Brooklyn's Pizza. The restaurant prides itself on ingredients sourced from the Sea to Sky Corridor and is known for its signature homemade cream puffs and Grandma's Hot Sauce. It is a beloved local gathering spot and a natural refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the Pemberton Valley.

value: Grimm's Gourmet & Deli Ltd & Brooklyn's Pizza


community: Chilliwack

value: Subway


value: 302 Southern Yellowhead Highway, Kamloops, V2H 0E8

community: Kamloops


community: Victoria

value: Liquor Depot

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 447 A Ave, Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0

blurb: Provincial Heritage Site in Kaslo: galleries, a 70-seat theatre, and the internment museum.

community: Kaslo

value: The Langham is a Provincial Heritage Site in Kaslo, BC, operating as a multi-faceted cultural centre with two public art galleries, a 70-seat theatre, and a Japanese Canadian Internment Museum that commemorates the WWII-era internment through artifacts and personal stories. Founded in 1975 and run by the Langham Cultural Society, it presents year-round performances, exhibitions, and community events showcasing Canadian and regional artists. Touring cyclists passing through Kaslo's historic downtown will find it a compelling cultural stop, with gallery admission by donation.

value: The Langham

signal: galleries + internment museum by donation; theatre ticketed separately

wow_evidence: Provincial Heritage Site and active cultural centre: two galleries, 70-seat theatre, and the internment museum; significant building with real story.


value: 3151 West Broadway, Vancouver, V6K 2H2

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; rack (5 spaces) at 42m; rack (5 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (5 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; rack (5 spaces) at 92m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: City Avenue Market is a family-owned grocery chain founded in Vancouver in 1986, now operating four locations across Greater Vancouver. The West Broadway store, opened in 2022, specializes in organic, local, and international produce alongside a broad pantry selection including bulk goods, dairy, meat, and fresh baked goods. Touring cyclists will find a well-rounded resupply stop with an emphasis on fresh fruits and vegetables, natural foods, and locally sourced products.

value: City Avenue Market

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 8391 Alexandra Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 73m.

community: Richmond

value: The Fish Man is a restaurant in Richmond offering both indoor and outdoor seating in a smoke-free environment. It provides a casual dining option for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: The Fish Man

signal: seafood restaurant; ~$18-28pp


value: Unit 1 - 8271 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC V6X 1A7

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 71m; rack (covered) at 71m; rack (covered) at 74m.

value: Mango Yummy is a family-owned dessert cafe in Richmond specializing in mango-inspired sweets and drinks, with roots at the Richmond Night Market. The brick-and-mortar location offers a broader selection of desserts than their market stall, including custom cakes and seasonal specials like mooncakes. A sweet stop for cyclists with a taste for fruit-forward Asian-style desserts.

value: Mango Yummy

detail: Dessert and bubble tea cafe — no lunch or savory food offerings mentioned anywhere on the site

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: family-owned dessert cafe in Richmond specializing in mango-inspired sweets... roots at the Richmond Night Market


community: Delta

value: Brown's Socialhouse

signal: Browns Socialhouse chain; $20-30/person


label: salmon run

months: September October November

washroom_type: pit

community: Swift

value: A free riverside recreation site with 9 tent pitches, tables, and fire rings on the Squamish River near Ashlu Creek, popular for fishing; the last ~1 km of approach is unpaved dirt road, there is no treated water or garbage service, and bear activity plus flood risk during heavy rain are noted.

value: Squamish Riverside Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 4461 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, V5C 3Z2

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 63m; rack (6 spaces) at 74m; stands (32 spaces, covered) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 42 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Grand Chinese Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant on Lougheed Highway in Burnaby, one of two locations operated by the same brand. The menu centres on Sichuan cuisine, Northern Chinese-style dim sum, Shanghai-style xiao long bao made fresh daily, and handcrafted Lanzhou noodles. The restaurant also caters private group events for parties of 10 to 200.

value: Grand Chinese Restaurant

signal: Sichuan/dim sum/Lanzhou noodles; ~$16-26pp


community: Pender Island

value: Tru Value Foods


value: 797 West 16th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; rack (4 spaces) at 89m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: A cafe and bakery on West 16th Avenue in Vancouver serving coffee and baked goods. Offers a casual stopping point for customers seeking refreshment and light meals.

value: Willow Cafe & Bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 980 Howe Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (4 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters is a Vancouver-based specialty coffee roastery running eight cafe locations across the city, with this outlet on Howe Street in the heart of downtown. The brand is focused on single-origin specialty coffees roasted in-house, served alongside a food menu and freshly baked goods. The Howe Street location sits in a pedestrian zone, making it a natural pause point for cyclists moving through the downtown core.

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters


community: West Kelowna

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 1399 Cedar Avenue

community: Trail

value: Pizza Pizza is a Canadian pizza chain founded in 1967, now operating more than 750 locations coast to coast. This Kootenays location offers pizza, poutine, chicken sandwiches, and sides available for takeout. Touring cyclists will find a familiar, reliably open option for a quick hot meal in a region where food options can be spread far apart.

value: Pizza Pizza

detail: Corporate website lists veggie pizza category, plant-based Chick'n Bites, and a dedicated gluten-free crust option with dedicated utensils

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'


value: 138 Brew Street, Port Moody

community: Port Moody

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'


value: 5487 Okanagan Landing Road, Vernon, V1T 7A5

community: Vernon

value: Canco is a Canadian independent chain of gas stations with attached convenience stores, operating under the 'One Stop by Canco' retail brand and owned by PR Petroleum Ltd., which runs over 160 locations coast to coast. This Vernon location on Okanagan Landing Road combines fuel sales with in-store convenience shopping and is part of the Canco Cash loyalty program. Touring cyclists will find it a practical roadside stop for snacks and supplies along the Okanagan Landing corridor.

value: Canco

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: Canadian independent chain of gas stations... over 160 locations coast to coast


value: 4745 BC-5, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0, Canada

community: Cedarside

value: CMH Valemount Lodge is Canadian Mountain Holidays' most exclusive heli-skiing destination — a private, 10-room luxury post-and-beam lodge deep in BC's remote Cariboo Range. Guests reach the property exclusively by private jet charter and personal helicopter, with access to over 400 runs across the largest CMH tenure. In addition to winter ski programs, the lodge offers guided heli-accessed hiking adventures in summer.

value: CMH Valemount Lodge

signal: Pinnacle luxury heli-skiing, private jet charter, attentive staff, coveted/exclusive positioning

wow_evidence: Canadian Mountain Holidays' most exclusive heli-skiing destination — guests access exclusively by private jet charter and personal helicopter


value: 2565 Barnet Hwy #16, Coquitlam, BC V3H 4E2

community: Coquitlam

value: Mercado Mexican Market & Taqueria is a Coquitlam outpost of the Restco restaurant group, combining a Mexican grocery market stocked with salsas and ready-to-cook essentials with a quick-service counter. Cyclists can fuel up on street-style tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and salad bowls made with family-rooted recipes, with several vegetarian and plant-based protein choices. The business also offers catering and wholesale products, and is part of a wider network of Mexican concepts across the Tri-Cities and Vancouver.

value: Mercado Mexican Market & Taqueria

detail: Menu lists a 'VEGETARIAN' protein option (black bean, avocado, cheese, pico & sour cream) and two plant-based proteins: Rajas con Queso and Champiñones al Ajillo

signal: Taqueria; tacos $5.75, entrees $16–17


value: 2017 Commercial Drive, V5N 4B1

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; rack (5 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: The Hanoi Corner is a cafe on Commercial Drive in Vancouver's East Side, a lively, cyclist-friendly strip lined with independent restaurants and cafes. Its name evokes Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, making it a likely Vietnamese or fusion spot, though OSM tags it as Korean — the actual cuisine is unverifiable from available sources. Commercial Drive is a well-traveled urban cycling corridor and a natural stop for riders crossing East Vancouver.

value: The Hanoi Corner


value: 101 Narvaez Bay Road, Saturna

community: Saturna

value: Saturna General Store is a convenience store on Saturna Island serving the local community with basic supplies. It provides a convenient resupply point for touring cyclists exploring the Gulf Islands.

value: Saturna General Store


value: 225 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W2

value: Nourish Kitchen & Cafe is a casual, vegetable-forward restaurant operating out of a Heritage home in Victoria's James Bay neighbourhood, offering brunch seven days a week and dinner Wednesday through Saturday. The menu is heavily plant-based and locally sourced, with many vegan and gluten-free options, and the restaurant also hosts private events and offers gift cards. Touring cyclists looking for a restorative plant-forward meal close to the inner harbour would find this a welcoming stop.

value: Nourish Kitchen & Cafe

detail: Self-described 'vegetable forward' restaurant and 'Healthy Vegetable Restaurant'; brunch and dinner menus include items labeled (GF), (DF), and (Vegan) throughout, including fully vegan dishes and gluten-free pancakes


community: Chilliwack

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 20831 Fraser Highway, Langley

community: Langley

value: Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is a major fast food chain known for Southern-style fried chicken, located on Fraser Highway in Langley. It offers takeout service and sits along a busy commercial corridor that touring cyclists on the Fraser Valley routes may pass through. As a national chain franchise, the experience is consistent and predictable for a quick calorie stop.

value: Popeyes

signal: chain 'popeyes'

wow_evidence: major fast food chain


value: 1909 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (6 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; rack (3 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; rack (5 spaces) at 92m; rack (5 spaces) at 98m. Total: 41 spaces.

value: Tacofino is a BC-born taco chain that grew from a Tofino food truck into a multi-location restaurant group serving West Coast-inspired Mexican food. The Kitsilano outpost sits directly on West 4th Avenue, one of Vancouver's busiest protected cycling corridors linking Point Grey to downtown. It is a well-known casual stop with pickup ordering available through multiple platforms.

value: Tacofino

signal: Food truck + taqueria + heavy pickup/delivery model


value: 44610 Luckakuck Way

value: The Wack is a restaurant in Sardis. Website information is unavailable due to access issues. Contact via phone for details on current operations and dining options.

value: The Wack

signal: no info; keep casual default

wow_evidence: a restaurant in Sardis


value: 3205 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 16m; rack (5 spaces) at 26m; rack (5 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; rack (5 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Olympia Pizza is a Greek-influenced pizza restaurant on West Broadway offering an extensive menu of specialty and custom pizzas alongside pasta, Greek dishes, and appetizers. The restaurant supports both dine-in and online-order pickup, with in-house delivery also available. Weekly wine specials hint at a neighbourhood dining experience that goes beyond a quick slice.

value: Olympia Pizza

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian pizzas including Aegean (artichoke, tomato, banana pepper, feta), Ambrosia (spinach, feta, onion), and Margherita (cheese and fresh basil). Vegan and GF options not mentioned

signal: cuisine=pizza


community: Skookumchuck

value: Garibaldi Park provincial park campground — campground.

value: Garibaldi Park


value: 11-2801 10 Avenue Northeast, V1E 2S3

community: Salmon Arm

value: Home Restaurant is a community staple in Salmon Arm, serving classic North American comfort food for over two decades from its perch near the Salmon Arm Wharf and surrounding hiking trails. Part of a small BC chain, the Salmon Arm location is a sit-down diner-style restaurant with a broad menu spanning all-day breakfast, burgers, and house-made pies. Its location at the top of the hill near outdoor recreation corridors makes it a natural refueling stop for cyclists passing through.

value: Home Restaurant

detail: Multiple menu items explicitly marked GF, including Eggs Only Breakfast, Broccoli & Cheddar Omelette, Ham & Swiss Omelette, HOME Country Omelette, and Farmer's Sausage & Eggs

signal: Entrees $12.99–$21.99; comfort food positioning; casual breakfast/dinner diner

wow_evidence: Part of a small BC chain


value: 215 Northwest Boulevard, Creston, BC, Canada

blurb: Regional art gallery inside Creston's historic red grain elevator.

community: Creston

value: The Kunze Art Gallery is housed in Creston's historic red grain elevator, giving it a striking industrial character that sets it apart from typical gallery spaces. It showcases a rotating roster of emerging and accomplished regional artists working in large-scale acrylic painting, sculpture, functional pottery, graphite, and clay, complemented by a gift shop called The Elevator featuring handmade local goods. The gallery received the 'Best of the Best Readers Choice Award 2025' and maintains an active presence on the online platform Artsy, making it a recognized cultural stop in the Kootenays.

value: Kunze Art Gallery

signal: sales gallery in historic grain elevator (retail), free to browse

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Gallery in Creston's historic red grain elevator — distinctive setting lifts it above ordinary-gallery band; regional artists plus makers' shop.


value: 109 East 2nd Street, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1C2

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 33m; rack (3 spaces) at 43m; rack (3 spaces) at 50m; rack (3 spaces) at 58m; rack (3 spaces) at 64m; rack (3 spaces) at 78m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 79m; rack (3 spaces) at 84m; rack (3 spaces) at 95m. Total: 29 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Chicken Box is a locally grown BC fast-food chain focused on fried chicken and burgers, with three locations across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. The North Vancouver outpost on 2nd Street East is compact and quick-service, making it a practical calorie stop for cyclists passing through the Lower Lonsdale area. Online ordering is available for both pickup options.

value: Chicken Box

wow_evidence: locally grown BC fast-food chain... three locations across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley


value: 1482 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; rack (7 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; rack (7 spaces) at 70m; rack (6 spaces) at 90m; stands (8 spaces) at 91m; rack (6 spaces) at 94m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: A McDonald's fast food restaurant situated on West Broadway, one of Vancouver's main east-west cycling corridors. The location offers the full Canadian McDonald's menu including burgers, McCafé beverages, and snacks available for takeout. As a large chain location on a busy urban street, it is a predictable and accessible stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: McDonald's


value: 518 Station Avenue, Golden, V0A 1H0

community: Golden

value: Kicking Horse Hostel is a budget hostel situated in Golden, BC, a mountain town that serves as a gateway to Yoho National Park, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, and a network of world-class cycling trails. Golden sits at the confluence of several major touring routes through the Canadian Rockies, making it a natural overnight stop for long-distance cyclists. The hostel's location on Station Avenue places it within the small downtown core.

value: Kicking Horse Hostel

label: Rock-bottom

signal: tourism=hostel

subcategory: Hostel


value: Unit 125 - 12080 Nordel Way, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 99m.

community: Surrey

value: All-you-can-eat sushi restaurant located in the Nordel Crossing Centre, offering both regular menu and AYCE options. Provides pickup ordering for convenient takeout. A casual dining option for cyclists seeking Japanese cuisine.

value: Nordel Sushi

signal: AYCE sushi; ~$22-30pp

wow_evidence: all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant located in the Nordel Crossing Centre


value: 187 Westminster Avenue W, Penticton, BC V2A 1J7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (5 spaces) at 70m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Penticton

value: Neighbourhood Brewing is an independently owned craft brewery in downtown Penticton with a tasting room and a kitchen serving Mexican-inspired food. They offer a wide range of beers from hazy IPAs to sours, and the brewery features a seasonal outdoor patio that's dog-friendly and great for people-watching. Family-friendly and centrally located on Westminster Avenue, it's a natural stop for cyclists exploring Penticton's brewery scene.

value: Neighbourhood Brewing

signal: Craft brewery tasting room + Mexican kitchen

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: independently owned craft brewery... seasonal outdoor patio that's dog-friendly


value: 2020 Country Club Way, Langford, BC V9B 6R3

community: Langford

value: Jack's Place is a casual pub and patio restaurant at Bear Mountain in Langford, BC, serving an unusually eclectic menu that spans North American comfort food, wood-fired pizza, and a full in-house sushi bar operating as Kuma Sushi. The venue bills itself as 'Bear Mountain's Lunch & Dinner Patio Hangout,' with a broad range of dishes from tacos and poke bowls to sushi rolls and craft cocktails. Its location in the Bear Mountain resort community puts it within reach of cyclists exploring the hills west of Victoria.

value: Jack's Place

detail: Menu includes tofu power bowl, multiple vegetarian pizzas (Margherita, The G.O.A.T., Greek), and 'Whistler Forager GF' gluten-free beer; no explicit vegan labeling found

signal: amenity=pub


value: Pacheena Rd, Capital Regional District, BC V0S 1K0, Canada

blurb: Parks Canada orientation centre at the West Coast Trail's southern trailhead.

community: Port Renfrew

value: The West Coast Trail Information & Orientation Centre is the Parks Canada gateway facility for registering and orienting hikers tackling the legendary 75-km West Coast Trail, one of Canada's most demanding multi-day backcountry routes along the remote west shore of Vancouver Island. The centre sits within Pacific Rim National Park Reserve in the traditional territories of the Huu-ay-aht, Ditidaht, and Pacheedaht First Nations, whose Guardians help maintain the trail. Touring cyclists riding the Vancouver Island coast pass through this isolated region and may find the facility a useful reference point, though it is primarily oriented toward backcountry hikers.

dwell: quick

label: hiking season

months: May June July August September

signal: Parks Canada orientation centre, free entry (WCT permits separate)

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Parks Canada gateway facility for the WCT; gateway-VC ladder 2/2 — riders visit the trailhead of a legendary trail even if not hiking it.


value: 40359 Tantalus Way

community: Squamish

value: Pepe's Chophouse is a restaurant located on Tantalus Road in the Squamish area, situated along the Sea to Sky corridor between Vancouver and Whistler. The Tantalus Road location places it just off Highway 99, a popular route for touring cyclists heading north through the Coast Mountains.

value: Pepe's Chophouse

signal: Chophouse with steaks/seafood; repeated emphasis on value and comfort food


value: #101-2900 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1V9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 53m; lockers (secure) at 55m; lockers (secure) at 83m; lockers (secure) at 86m.

community: Kelowna

value: SOY Asian Fusion Restaurant is a family-owned spot in Kelowna's Pandosy Village, opened in 2011 by Tokyo-trained chef Takeshi Ishizaka and his wife Tomo. The menu draws from Japanese, Korean, and broader Asian traditions — highlights include Spicy Coconut Ramen, Chicken Karaage, and Korean BBQ — with dedicated gluten-free and vegan menus. The licensed dining room pours sake, beer, and local BC wines, and the restaurant also offers delivery through Skip the Dishes, DoorDash, and Uber Eats.

value: Soy

detail: Menu has dedicated 'Gluten Free Menu' and 'Vegan Menu' sections; individual items throughout are labeled gluten free, vegetarian, and/or vegan

signal: Appetizers $6–10, sit-down ramen/noodle spot, reviews confirm 'very reasonable' prices


value: 6431 Station Street, Oliver

blurb: Oliver's visitor centre on Station Street, hub for Golden Mile wine touring.

community: Oliver

value: The Oliver Tourism Association operates the official visitor centre for Oliver, BC, branded as 'Canada's Wine Capital' and producing fifty percent of BC's wine grapes. Located on Station Street, it serves as the primary trip-planning hub for the South Okanagan, covering wine tours along the Golden Mile and Black Sage Road as well as outdoor recreation including cycling, hiking, and golf. For a touring cyclist, it is a logical first stop for local route information, winery directories, and U-pick fruit stand listings.

value: Oliver Tourism Association

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: tourism=information

wow_evidence: Official VC of 'Canada's Wine Capital'; VC anchor band.


value: 19705 Fraser Highway

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 13m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


category: Transport

community: Campbell River

source: llm-examine

value: Campbell River Shuttle runs ferry-synchronized shuttles between Campbell River and Quadra Island (seasonal, resuming June 2026) and year-round airport/BC Ferries terminal transfers across Vancouver Island; bikes are currently not accepted.

value: Campbell River Cabs Ltd.

origin: transport

source: llm-gapfill

subcategory: Shuttle

wow_evidence: ferry-synchronized shuttles between Campbell River and Quadra Island ... and year-round airport/BC Ferries terminal transfers


value: 6301 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC V9J 1M9

community: Grantham

value: The Log Cabin & Bunkhouse is a seasonal retreat on the DeeKayTee Ranch, a family-run working farm in the Comox Valley north of Courtenay on Vancouver Island, operating since 1926. The bunkhouse sits in a forested setting with panoramic mountain views and offers a quiet, private escape on an active beef, poultry, and produce farm. Guests can browse the on-farm market for locally raised meats, eggs, jams, and baked goods.

value: The Log Cabin & Bunkhouse

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Explicit rates $165-175/night CAD (mid-range band)

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: family-run working farm in the Comox Valley... operating since 1926


value: 3458 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, V5K 2A6

community: Vancouver

value: Le Gateau Bakeshop is a Vancouver specialty bakery founded in 2010 by pastry chef Tanya Muller, focusing on custom cakes, cupcakes, and pastries for celebrations. The shop has earned recognition from Rocky Mountain Bride (Best of 2023) and a Food Network win, and has been featured in PEOPLE magazine and numerous wedding publications. Cyclists passing through East Hastings can pick up freshly baked pastries, cupcakes, and cookies from the daily in-store selection, or pre-order for pickup.

value: Le Gateau Bakeshop

signal: shop=bakery


value: 97 Wickstrom Road, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6N2

blurb: Suspension bridge over Tutshi River rapids on the South Klondike Highway; outdoor museum, café.

community: Log Cabin

value: The Yukon Suspension Bridge crosses 65 feet above the white-water rapids of the Tutshi River on the South Klondike Highway, roughly 30 minutes from Skagway and 90 minutes from Whitehorse. The site includes an outdoor museum featuring real mammoth bones and regional history exhibits, wildlife viewing opportunities for bears and moose, and the Assayers Café for meals on a patio surrounded by wilderness. It is a popular stop for highway travellers and Alaska cruise ship passengers exploring the northern corridor.

theme: landmark

value: Yukon Suspension Bridge

detail: Assayers Café on site: website states 'Visit the Assayers Café – Grab a snack or lunch and sit on our patio surrounded by nature.'

signal: Adult admission $22.00 listed on tickets page

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Commercial bridge attraction 65 ft over Tutshi River rapids with outdoor museum and café — Hell's Gate-band guided-thrill stop.


value: 777 Royal Oak Drive, Unit 400, V8X 4V1

community: Saanich

value: Baan Thai Wok and Bar is a locally owned Thai restaurant group that has been serving the Victoria area since 1995, operating four locations across the region. The Broadmead Village location features a patio and is certified under the Thai Government's Thai Select program for authentic cuisine. Touring cyclists looking for a sit-down meal will find a diverse menu of traditional and modern Thai dishes, with a noted ability to accommodate celiac and dairy-free diners.

value: Baan Thai

detail: Customer testimonial states 'able to accommodate celiac and dairy free in many cases.'

label: Casual

signal: Thai wok & bar, well priced; ~$16-26pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: locally owned Thai restaurant group... serving the Victoria area since 1995, operating four locations across the region... certified under the Thai Government's Thai Select program


value: 2159 W. 21st Avenue Vancouver, BC V6L 1J2

value: Vancouver Traveller Bed & Breakfast is a family-run, low-carbon-footprint B&B custom-built in 2016 and operated by sisters Linda and Jenny in Vancouver's West Side. The house uses geothermal in-floor heating and cooling, and every guest room features an en-suite bathroom, sofa bed for a third guest, and cross-ventilation windows. Hosts pride themselves on deep local knowledge and a warm, personal atmosphere in a pet-free and smoke-free home.

value: Vancouver Traveller B&B

detail: Type B 120V Electrical Sockets listed as a room amenity on both the King-Sized Room and Queen-Sized Room pages

detail: FAQ states guests may leave luggage in the living room on arrival if the room is not yet ready, and again after check-out until a later flight

signal: name~'b&b'

wow_evidence: family-run, low-carbon-footprint B&B


value: 437 Glenmore Road, Kelowna, V1V 1Z6

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 655 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6C 2R7

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (10 spaces) at 65m; stands (3 spaces) at 75m; stands (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: The Hyatt Regency Vancouver is a large full-service luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Vancouver, steps from Burrard SkyTrain Station and a short ride from the Stanley Park seawall. As a flagship Regency-brand property, it offers the amenity depth typical of major urban convention hotels. Touring cyclists finishing or starting a BC coastal route will find it well-positioned for access to the city's extensive waterfront cycling network.

value: Hyatt Regency Vancouver

signal: chain 'hyatt'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: flagship Regency-brand property


value: 679 North Road, Gibsons

community: Gibsons

value: Sunshine Lodge is a small hotel located on North Road in Gibsons on BC's Sunshine Coast, a popular cycling destination accessible by ferry from Horseshoe Bay. The property is tagged in OpenStreetMap as offering Wi-Fi, though this cannot be independently confirmed. Its status and current operation are uncertain as the registered website now resolves to an unrelated personal blog.

value: Sunshine Lodge Inn

signal: Website content unrelated to lodging; no pricing or amenity data available

wow_evidence: domain has expired or been sold and repurposed


value: 757 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1X8, Canada

value: Jood Halal Meats And Grocery is a halal-certified butcher and grocery store in Vancouver, offering halal meats alongside general grocery items. For touring cyclists navigating the city, it serves as a resupply stop with a focus on halal products not always available at mainstream supermarkets. The OSM record was verified as recently as February 2026.

value: Jood Halal Meats And Grocery


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

blurb: Free archaeology and ethnology museum on SFU campus.

community: Burnaby

value: The Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology at Simon Fraser University is a free-admission research museum whose collections span British Columbia and the wider world, with a strong emphasis on decolonised, community-based practice and Indigenous partnerships. It functions as an active scholarly hub where faculty and student research intersects with public exhibits and archives. Touring cyclists looking for a thought-provoking cultural stop on the SFU Burnaby campus will find an intellectually engaged space that charges no entry fee.

days_closed: Sa Su

value: Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology

signal: osm fee=no

wow_evidence: Free SFU research museum of BC and world archaeology with Indigenous partnerships.


value: 2290 Cambie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 12m; stands (10 spaces) at 17m; rack (6 spaces) at 19m; rack (6 spaces) at 30m; rack (6 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; rack (7 spaces) at 65m; rack at 95m. Total: 45 spaces.

value: Canadian Tire is a major Canadian department store chain offering retail goods including automotive accessories, sporting equipment, and supplies. Located on Cambie Street in Vancouver, it may serve as a practical stop for travelers needing parts, tools, or general supplies.

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 5755 Medusa Street, Sechelt

blurb: Outdoor stage in Sechelt's Hackett Park.

community: Sechelt

value: Hackett Park Stage and Amphitheater is a public outdoor performance venue operated by the District of Sechelt, situated in Hackett Park near the heart of Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast. The open-air amphitheatre hosts community events, summer concerts, and cultural programming. Its park setting makes it a natural stopping point for cyclists exploring downtown Sechelt.

label: Summer Music Series

months: June July August

value: Hackett Park Stage and Amphitheater

wow_evidence: Park amphitheatre — event-conditional park feature.


value: 900 Canada Place, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces, covered) at 47m; stands (8 spaces) at 57m; rack at 100m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: The Fairmont Waterfront is a luxury hotel located at Canada Place in downtown Vancouver, part of the international Fairmont Hotels and Resorts brand. It offers a central downtown location for cyclists seeking premium accommodations in the city.

value: Fairmont Waterfront

label: Luxury

signal: chain 'fairmont'


value: 1809 Highway 3A, Creston

community: Creston

value: The Ramada by Wyndham Creston is a branded chain hotel situated on Highway 3A on the edge of Creston in the Kootenay region of BC. It sits along a major touring route connecting the Crowsnest Pass corridor with the Kootenay Lake ferry, making it a practical overnight stop for cyclists travelling east-west through the valley. As a full-service hotel it offers the standard amenities expected of the Ramada brand.

value: Ramada Hotel Creston

signal: chain 'ramada'

wow_evidence: Ramada by Wyndham Creston


value: 3280 Telegraph Road, Mill Bay, V0R 2P3

community: Mill Bay

value: Enrico Winery is a 100% local, family-owned BC winery set on a working vineyard in Mill Bay, offering drop-in tastings in their tasting room and across two outdoor patios. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio and the facilities are confirmed accessible. Wine is available to purchase and take away, and light snack items are available for on-site purchase.

value: Enrico Winery

signal: Family winery drop-in tastings + patios

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: 100% local, family-owned BC winery... drop-in tastings... two outdoor patios


value: 6920 No. 3 Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 2C5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 75m; rack (4 spaces) at 80m; rack at 82m; rack (covered) at 83m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Bamboo Grove Restaurant is one of Richmond's oldest Chinese restaurants, established in 1963 as a coffee shop and now an award-winning Cantonese dining destination in the city's busy Number 3 Road corridor. It has earned multiple Metro Vancouver Chinese Restaurant Awards since 2010, with celebrated signature dishes including geoduck with scrambled eggs and a slow-boiled pork stomach and ginkgo soup. A touring cyclist will find a full-service sit-down restaurant serving an extensive menu of live seafood, clay pot dishes, and Cantonese classics.

value: Bamboo Grove Restaurant

detail: Menu includes identifiably vegetarian dishes: Deep Fried Spicy Tofu ($29.95), Stir Fried Luffa w/ Black Fungus & Assorted Mushrooms ($35.95), Lettuce w/ Preserved Bean Curd Sauce Chilli Pepper Hot Pot ($29.95). No explicit vegan or GF labelling found

signal: Main dishes: Tiger Prawn $39, Chicken $35.95, Pork $32.95, Mushrooms $35.95

wow_evidence: established in 1963… multiple Metro Vancouver Chinese Restaurant Awards since 2010


value: Merritt

community: Merritt

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


value: 2536 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, V3C 3G2

community: Port Coquitlam

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 1308 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2B7

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: wall_loops (3 spaces) at 12m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 31m; stands (4 spaces) at 56m; stands (14 spaces) at 93m; stands (4 spaces) at 97m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Number E Food is a chef-inspired gourmet sandwich shop that has been serving downtown Vancouver's Burrard Street corridor for over 13 years, specializing in artisanal sandwiches on house-made focaccia and Tuscan bread sourced from local purveyors including Two Rivers Meats. Beyond sandwiches, the shop offers fresh salads, soups, take-home meals, a cookie bar, and Moja coffee roasted on the North Shore. Eat-in and takeout are both available, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices catering to a broad range of dietary needs.

value: Number e Food

detail: Catering page explicitly lists 'vegetarian, vegan, gluten free' dietary options

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 2871 Livingstone Avenue, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5P5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces) at 19m; wave (3 spaces) at 23m; wave (3 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; wave (3 spaces) at 70m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Pita Pit is a national fast-casual chain specializing in freshly made pitas, salads, and rice bowls built to order from a wide range of ingredients. This Abbotsford location also offers smoothies and desserts on-site, along with takeout and delivery options. Cyclists passing through Abbotsford's Livingstone Avenue corridor can stop for a customizable, filling meal with catering available for larger groups.

value: Pita Pit

signal: chain 'pita pit'

wow_evidence: national fast-casual chain


value: 2039 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 21m; stands (3 spaces) at 55m; rack (5 spaces) at 55m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Bori Korean Restaurant on Lonsdale Avenue serves home-style Korean meals inspired by the nourishing qualities of barley ('Bori'), with a menu spanning traditional pancakes, deep-fried dishes, and hearty mains. The restaurant operates as both a sit-down dining room and a takeout spot, with online pick-up ordering available. It sits on a busy commercial corridor in North Vancouver that cyclists commonly travel when exploring the North Shore.

value: Bori Korean Restaurant

signal: home-style Korean; ~$14-22pp


value: 12-4314 Main St, Town Plaza, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 41m; stands (8 spaces) at 60m; stands (8 spaces) at 60m; stands (8 spaces) at 63m; stands (8 spaces) at 64m; stands (8 spaces) at 70m. Total: 48 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: Caramba Restaurant is a locally owned European-Italian comfort food destination established in 1995 in the heart of Whistler Village, built around a wood-burning pizza oven and an open kitchen. Run by owner-operators Jay and James Pare, it draws both visitors and locals with handcrafted pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and craft cocktails in a lively, casual atmosphere. Takeout is available, making it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists moving through the village.

value: Caramba! Restaurante

detail: Menu explicitly states 'Pasta Available with Gluten-Free Noodles' as an add-on option. No explicit vegan claims found

signal: Main courses $32–67, mostly $30–60. Upscale Italian sit-down.

wow_evidence: locally owned... established in 1995 in the heart of Whistler Village


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 68m; rack (3 spaces) at 71m; rack (3 spaces) at 71m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1005 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (4 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 72m; stands (8 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Megabite is a Vancouver-based pizza franchise with several Lower Mainland locations, including this one on Granville Street in the heart of the city's entertainment district. The menu spans pizza, wings, poutine, and sides, with online ordering, delivery, and a catering service. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are available, making it a practical food stop for groups with mixed dietary needs.

value: Megabite

detail: Website catering page explicitly mentions 'Vegetarian and meat pizzas' among menu options


value: 37530 Eakin Settlement Road, Burns Lake, V0J 1E4

community: Burns Lake

value: Takysie Lake Resort is a remote, family-run lakeside retreat roughly 70 km south of Burns Lake, offering rustic cabins and RV/tent sites on a lake celebrated for its wild BC rainbow trout fishing. Under new ownership since 2024, the multigenerational family crew operates an on-site café, general store, hardware store, pay-at-pump gas station, and mechanic shop, making it a rare self-contained stop in an otherwise sparse stretch of BC interior. For touring cyclists, it provides fuelling, food, and overnight shelter in a genuinely secluded and scenic backcountry setting.

value: Takysie Lake Store & Resort

detail: Takysie Cafe on-site offering home-cooked meals

detail: Takysie Market Store on-site; hardware store also stocked on-site

signal: Rustic lakeside cabins + RV/tent, remote family resort ~$100-130

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: rare self-contained stop in an otherwise sparse stretch of BC interior... café, general store, hardware store, pay-at-pump gas station, and mechanic shop


value: 801 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6C 1P7

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 21m; stands (4 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; rack (4 spaces) at 67m; rack (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (30 spaces) at 80m. Total: 48 spaces.

value: Prophecy Cocktail Bar is an upscale cocktail lounge located within the Rosewood Hotel Georgia in downtown Vancouver, presenting an elaborate story-driven menu where each cocktail is inspired by writers, poets, musicians, and artists from around the world. The bar offers a curated selection of inventive house cocktails, classic serves, small plates, and a Cocktail Hour program. It positions itself as a sophisticated, design-forward destination with private event capabilities.

value: Prophecy Cocktail Bar

signal: amenity=bar


value: 5155 Domano Blvd, Prince George, V2N 5E1

community: Prince George

value: Esso


value: 100-6975 Alberni Street, Powell River BC V8A 2B8

blurb: Powell River's library with 3D printing and Library of Things.

community: Powell River

value: The Powell River Public Library is a full-service public library on the Sunshine Coast offering books, digital resources, and community programs including 3D printing and a 'Library of Things' lending collection. It serves as a cultural and community hub on Tla'amin Nation traditional territory. Touring cyclists passing through Powell River can use its free internet and computer services.

value: Powell River Public Library

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1; Library of Things.


bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (18 spaces, covered) at 22m; stands (5 spaces) at 67m; stands (20 spaces) at 81m; stands at 91m; stands (25 spaces) at 100m. Total: 68 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Bento Sushi

signal: Bento Sushi counter; ~$13-20pp


value: 1117 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (6 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Baan Thai is a multi-location Thai restaurant group with a long-standing presence in Victoria, holding the Thai SELECT certification from the Royal Thai Government as a mark of authentic Thai cuisine. The downtown Victoria location sits on Blanshard Street near the inner harbour, surrounded by shopping and attractions. The restaurant has been voted Best of the City for ten consecutive years (2013–2023) and emphasizes locally sourced ingredients from BC farms and breweries.

value: Baan Thai

detail: Menu allergy filter labels confirm 'Can Be Vegan Friendly', 'Can Be Vegetarian Friendly', and 'Can Be Gluten Friendly' options across menu items

signal: Thai chain, $9 phad thai special; ~$16-24pp

wow_evidence: Thai SELECT certification from the Royal Thai Government … voted Best of the City for ten consecutive years (2013–2023)


value: 321 Wesley Street, Unit 2, Nanaimo, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: ground_slots (4 spaces) at 77m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Bistro Taiyo is a 100% authentic Japanese-owned sushi bar and izakaya that has been operating in Nanaimo's historic Old City Quarter since 2001. The restaurant is celebrated for handcrafted specialty rolls, in-house ramen, fresh seafood, and traditional izakaya fare paired with an extensive sake and Japanese beer selection. The name 'Taiyo' means 'Sun' in Japanese, reflecting the founders' philosophy of being a welcoming presence for all who visit.

value: Bistro Taiyo

detail: Multiple vegan ramen options explicitly listed (Vegan Original, Vegan Black, Vegan Tantan) with vegan toppings section; website states 'We have VEGAN RAMEN on our menu now' and references being among the first to serve vegan options. Tofu-based dishes appear throughout the menu

signal: Ramen mains $18–$25; casual sit-down Japanese restaurant

wow_evidence: 100% authentic Japanese-owned sushi bar and izakaya... operating in Nanaimo's historic Old City Quarter since 2001


community: Kelowna

value: Save-On-Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: #24 - 31940 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 53m; rack (3 spaces) at 87m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Noodle Road is a Korean and Japanese restaurant in Abbotsford serving a broad menu of Asian noodles, sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, tempura, and udon-style dishes. The casual sit-down spot also accommodates phone-in pickup orders, making it a flexible stop for cyclists moving along the South Fraser Way corridor. The menu spans both meat and tofu-based preparations across multiple Asian culinary traditions.

value: Noodle Road

signal: Korean/Japanese noodle house; ~$15-24pp


value: 2313 Ware Street, Abbotsford, BC V2S 3C6

blurb: Restored 1920 timber baron's house, Abbotsford's heritage museum.

value: Trethewey House is a 1920s heritage home built for B.C. timber baron J.O. Trethewey, restored to its circa-1925 appearance and operated as a history museum by the non-profit MSA Museum Society in Abbotsford. The Arts and Crafts-style house was constructed of first-growth fir milled at the family's own Abbotsford Lumber Company and features bricks made from locally mined clay. It serves as a living record of the Fraser Valley's early industrial and domestic history.

value: Trethewey House Heritage Site

signal: Small heritage house museum, non-profit, no price shown; typical of local heritage sites

wow_evidence: Restored 1920 timber-baron house museum, MSA Museum Society's heritage site — parent of the cluster; heritage-house ladder 2/2.


value: 39800 No. 3 Rd, Abbotsford, V3G 2R6

value: Triple Os

signal: chain 'triple o'


community: Anaqtl'a

value: Michigan Creek Camp is a designated overnight stop on the West Coast Trail within Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, accessible only by multi-day hike through coastal rainforest; entirely unsuitable for cycling access, suited to fit backpackers on the full trail traverse.

value: Michigan Creek Camp

ownership: National park

subcategory: Public Campground


value: A McDonald's fast-food restaurant located in Nanaimo, BC, serving the full Canadian McDonald's menu including burgers, chicken, breakfast items, and McCafé beverages. As a well-known chain stop along Vancouver Island's cycling corridors, it offers a reliable and quick resupply point for touring cyclists needing calories on the road. Takeout is available, and the McValue meal lineup provides accessible fuel at a predictable price point.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 900 Howe Street #100, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1N9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (8 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Waves Coffee House is a Vancouver-born specialty coffee chain founded in 2005, built around 100% Specialty Grade Arabica beans and real Belgian chocolate in its signature mochas. The downtown Howe Street location offers indoor and outdoor seating, a bookable private meeting room with a smart TV and power outlets, and a food menu spanning sandwiches, wraps, soups, and pastries. Takeout, online ordering, and DoorDash delivery make it a flexible stop in the heart of the city.

value: Waves Coffee House

detail: GF not mentioned on website

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: indoor and outdoor seating...WIFI as a listed amenity


value: 20349 88 Avenue, Unit 17, Langley, BC V1M2K5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 31m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Chamnamoo is a Korean restaurant operating out of a unit in a Langley commercial complex on 88 Avenue. With its Korean name referencing a type of traditional tree, it likely offers a menu rooted in Korean culinary tradition. A touring cyclist passing through the Langley area would find it a sit-down dining option in an otherwise suburban commercial corridor.

value: Chamnamoo Korean Restaurant

signal: Korean sit-down; ~$18-28pp


community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: Islands Bar — branded on the website as Islands Patio & Lounge — is the casual outdoor bar and lounge at Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa. It serves a relaxed food menu alongside a wide selection of wine, beer, and specialty cocktails on a patio overlooking the resort grounds. For touring cyclists exploring the Harrison Hot Springs area, it offers a scenic spot to wind down after a ride.

value: Islands Bar

signal: resort patio bar & lounge; ~$16-26pp


value: 761 Enterprise Crescent, Victoria, BC

community: Saanich

value: Macaloney's is Canada's most awarded craft distillery, producing award-winning single malt whiskies using traditional Scottish methods in hand-hammered Forsyth's copper pot stills. The same facility houses TWA Dogs Brewery, with craft beers brewed onsite including rotating seasonals. Touring cyclists can visit the tasting room to enjoy whisky flights, a pint of craft beer, or a behind-the-scenes distillery tour with the option to pour their own personalized whisky.

value: Macaloney's Island Distillery and TWA Dogs Brewery

signal: Craft distillery + on-site brewery tastings

wow_evidence: hand-hammered Forsyth's copper pot stills... multiple Canadian Brewing Awards


value: 1205 Esquimalt Road, Esquimalt, V9A 3P1

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

community: Esquimalt

value: Saigon Char-Broil is a Vietnamese restaurant chain with three Victoria-area locations; the Esquimalt outpost sits at the corner of Esquimalt Road and Fraser Street and offers both dine-in and takeout. The menu centres on phở, char-broiled vermicelli bowls, salad rolls, and bánh mì-style subs, with tofu and vegetable substitutions available across most dishes. It is a standalone street-front restaurant — unlike the chain's other two mall food-court locations — making it an accessible refuelling stop for cyclists moving through the Esquimalt corridor.

value: Saigon Char-Broil Restaurant

detail: Tofu & Veggie substitutions offered across salads, salad rolls, spring rolls, sub sandwiches, vermicelli bowls, rice dishes, and soups on the Esquimalt menu; vegetarian spring rolls explicitly noted

signal: Most mains $17-21: vermicelli bowls, pho, rice dishes