value: 995 Terminal Ave N, Nanaimo, BC V9S 4K3

community: Nanaimo

value: A budget motel centrally located in Nanaimo, just five minutes' drive from the Departure Bay BC Ferries terminal — a key arrival and departure point for cyclists on the Vancouver Island route. Rooms include kitchens or kitchenettes and standard amenities including free WiFi. Restaurants and grocery stores are described as a short walk away.

google_place_id: ChIJYdvVRWOhiFQRnBwGKWMYAvw

value: Bluebird Motel

detail: Website states 'Restaurants, grocery stores, and amenities are all a short walk away.'

detail: Website states 'Vending machines offering drinks are available.'

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain


category: Food & Drink

community: 100 Mile House

source: osm

value: Subway

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'subway'

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: info


source: enrichment

value: 2142 Clearbrook Road, V2T 2X2

community: Abbotsford

value: Veerji's Haweli is an Indian bakery and confectionery shop that also operates as a restaurant and catering business. It serves both prepared food and baked goods, with an events venue component.

value: Veerji's Haweli

detail: And in OSM; serves Indian cuisine

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: low

signal: Indian bakery/confectionery + restaurant; ~$10-16

source: judgement

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 20393 Fraser Highway, Langley

category: Accommodation

community: Langley

value: A full-service hotel and convention centre operated by the Coast Hotels chain, located on Fraser Highway in Langley, BC. It is part of a large regional network stretching across western Canada and offers meeting and event facilities alongside standard hotel accommodations. Touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor would find it a substantial, well-resourced stopover, though bike-specific services are unconfirmed.

value: Coast Hotel and Convention Centre

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: chain 'coast hotel'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 624 Admirals Road, Esquimalt, V9A 2N7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 11m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken is a fried chicken chain founded in Ohio in 1966 and known for its honey-dipped, hand-breaded, pressure-cooked chicken using a secret herb-and-spice blend. This Esquimalt location offers takeout only, making it a quick fuelling stop for cyclists passing through the western edge of the capital region. The chain has several Vancouver Island locations, serving both classic and crispy-style chicken alongside catering and party buckets.

value: Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken

region: Vancouver Island

tier: welcoming


value: 2210 Cornwall Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Local Public Eatery

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 1385 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; rack (7 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; rack at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Casbah De Vancouver is a cafe located on Kingsway in Vancouver. Its evocative name suggests a North African or Moroccan character, placing it on a busy arterial corridor that connects several inner-city neighbourhoods. The OSM record was field-checked as recently as September 2025, indicating the business was open and operating at that time.

value: Casbah De Vancouver

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1668 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; rack (6 spaces) at 77m; rack (7 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Obanhmi is a BC-based Vietnamese street food chain specializing in bánh mì sandwiches, fresh rolls, and iced coffee, now operating 9 locations across Metro Vancouver. The menu ranges from French-influenced cold cuts to fully vegan and halal options, all built on house-made ingredients and freshly baked baguettes. Cyclists passing through the West Broadway corridor can place an online order for fast in-store pickup.

value: Obanhmi

detail: Website states 'options for vegetarians, vegans, and halal diets'; menu lists a dedicated VEGETARIAN / VEGAN bánh mì (tofu, avocado, secret-recipe filling) with explicit vegan option by omitting house mayo. No gluten-free mention found

signal: Vietnamese street food, quick-service, customers explicitly note affordability

wow_evidence: BC-based Vietnamese street food chain...9 locations across Metro Vancouver


value: Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 91m.

community: Surrey

value: Subway


value: Fatburger


community: Penticton

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: Unit 100, 1196 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 2P7

community: Coquitlam

value: PappaRoti is a Malaysian-origin café chain famous for its signature roti buns: a soft, pillowy interior wrapped in a crisp coffee-caramel crust with a salted butter centre, baked fresh throughout the day. The Coquitlam location is one of several BC outposts of a brand with over 400 locations worldwide, serving buns alongside hot and cold drinks, pastries, sandwiches, salads, and soups. It makes a convenient stop on Pinetree Way for a quick, filling snack.

value: Pappa Roti

wow_evidence: over 400 locations worldwide


value: 2255 King George Boulevard, Surrey, V4A 5A4


value: 470 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (9 spaces) at 57m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Steamship Grill & Bar occupies the historic 1924 Heritage Steamship Terminal building on Victoria's inner harbour, designed by Francis Rattenbury in the Beaux-Arts style and now a landmark directly across from the BC Legislature. The restaurant specializes in fresh local seafood — halibut, salmon, oysters, mussels — paired with BC wines and Victoria craft beers, served on a heated and covered harborfront patio voted one of Canada's Top 100. It can accommodate groups from 10 to 200, making it a practical stop for cycling tour groups passing through downtown Victoria.

value: Steamship Grill & Bar

confidence: medium

signal: seafood grill & bar, historic terminal; ~$22-34pp

wow_evidence: historic 1924 Heritage Steamship Terminal building, designed by Francis Rattenbury in the Beaux-Arts style... harborfront patio voted one of Canada's Top 100


community: Kelowna

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 1323 Vancouver Street, Squamish, V8B 0R8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 16m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Squamish

value: The Buvette is a cozy lunch spot in Squamish serving gourmet homemade sandwiches alongside coffee, natural wine, and beer. It sits with a view of the Stawamus Chief and doubles as a natural pit stop for cyclists travelling the Sea-to-Sky corridor between Squamish and Whistler. Outdoor seating and a take-away option make it easy for cyclists to refuel without lingering.

value: The Buvette

signal: cuisine=sandwich

wow_evidence: explicitly markets the business as a pit stop for Sea-to-Sky travelers...view of the Stawamus Chief


category: Transport

community: Vernon

source: llm-examine

value: On-demand door-to-door shuttle based in Vernon offering airport transfers to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and serving North Okanagan communities; primarily event and wine-tour hire but airport runs are open to individual bookings.

value: Vernon Tour And Shuttle

origin: transport

subcategory: Shuttle

wow_evidence: on-demand door-to-door shuttle based in Vernon


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 71m. Total: 7 spaces.

category: Groceries

community: Delta

value: Safeway

ownership: Buy Canadian

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 5668 Hollybridge Way, Unit 115, Richmond, BC V7C 4N3

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; rack at 12m; rack at 38m; rack at 48m; rack at 63m; rack at 64m; rack at 79m; rack at 82m; rack at 87m; rack at 87m; rack at 90m; rack at 91m; rack at 96m.

community: Richmond

value: JJang Korean BBQ & Social House is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Richmond's Hollybridge development, offering a 'social house' dining format. The restaurant manages both reservations and a live waitlist, reflecting consistent demand from the local community. It is a sit-down establishment that could serve as a substantial meal stop for cyclists in the area.

value: JJang Korean BBQ and Social House

signal: Korean BBQ table grill; ~$25-35pp


value: 19500 Langley Bypass, Surrey

value: Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Langley-Surrey is a four-storey branded hotel on the Langley Bypass near the Surrey-Langley municipal boundary. Part of the Hilton portfolio, it offers mid-scale accommodation with consistent brand standards in a highway-adjacent setting. Its location makes it a practical overnight stop for cyclists travelling the Fraser Valley corridor.

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: chain 'hampton'

wow_evidence: Part of the Hilton portfolio


value: 9912 BC-3, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V2

blurb: Osoyoos' visitor centre: wine routes, lake activities, and desert trail planning.

category: Attractions

community: Osoyoos

value: Destination Osoyoos is the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for Osoyoos and operates the Osoyoos Visitor Centre on Main Street. The town bills itself as 'Canada's Warmest Welcome,' sitting beside the warmest lake in Canada in the semi-arid South Okanagan. Cycling tourists will find the centre a useful planning hub for regional biking routes, wine tours, and hiking in the surrounding grasslands and highlands.

dwell: quick

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: walk-up

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Osoyoos Visitor Centre

ownership: Public

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: tourism=information

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: DMO-run visitor centre on Main Street; VC anchor band.


value: 774 Denman St., Vancouver, BC V6G 1C9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Jingle Bao is a Chinese restaurant on Denman Street specializing in handmade xiao long bao, all-day dim sum, and steamed buns — all freshly made and never frozen. Sitting two blocks from Stanley Park, it occupies a prime spot on one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors connecting the Seawall to the West End. The menu ranges from signature colorful soup dumplings and har gow to noodle soups, fried rice, and sharing platters.

value: Jingle Bao

detail: Menu includes Vegetable Xiao Long Bao, Steamed Vegetarian Dumplings (8 pcs), Vegetable Spring Rolls, Crystal Mushroom and Veggie Dumplings, Broccoli with Seasoning, Edamame, and Deep Fried Tofu; no explicit vegan or gluten-free labelling found

signal: Mains $14-22; casual sit-down dim sum restaurant

wow_evidence: two blocks from Stanley Park...one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors


value: 1895 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (10 spaces) at 70m; stands (6 spaces) at 70m; stands (10 spaces) at 73m; stands (32 spaces, covered) at 98m. Total: 61 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Subway


value: 13192 104 Avenue, Surrey

value: Circle K

subcategory: Convenience Store


community: Campbell River

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: Bulk Barn


value: 1090 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5V 3C6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 6m; wall_loops (12 spaces, covered) at 43m; stands (14 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: Bambu is a Vietnamese-inspired café specializing in signature dessert drinks, traditional chè beverages, and Vietnamese coffee. A convenient refreshment stop for touring cyclists seeking specialty drinks or light snacks.

value: Bambu


value: 455 Bowen Island Trunk Road, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2

blurb: Local makers' co-op gallery in Snug Cove.

community: Bowen Island

value: Seabreeze Gallery is a cooperative art gallery nestled in the heart of Snug Cove on Bowen Island, dedicated exclusively to handmade works by local artists spanning jewellery, glassblowing, sculpture, painting, fibre arts, ceramics, leatherwork, and more. The bright, naturally lit space is designed to let each maker's work breathe within a calm, neutral setting. For cyclists riding the Bowen Island Trunk Road, it offers a compelling cultural stop in the village centre steps from the ferry terminal.

dwell: short

energy: restorative

theme: art-culture

value: Seabreeze Gallery

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: cooperative retail art gallery (sales shop), free to browse

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Co-op gallery of local handmade work in Snug Cove — ordinary-plus gallery.


value: 1539 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1W7

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (8 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; rack (7 spaces) at 66m; rack (7 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 35 spaces.

value: La Pache Pizza is a Neapolitan-influenced pizza counter on West Broadway offering a broad menu of Italian-style pies made with fior di latte and fresh toppings. The shop operates primarily as a takeout and online-order business, with a dedicated vegan pizza lineup alongside classic meat and vegetable options. West Broadway is a major cycling corridor in Vancouver, making this a convenient hot-food stop for riders passing through the Fairview and Kitsilano neighbourhoods.

value: La Pache Pizza

detail: Website menu has dedicated 'Vegan Pizzas' and 'Vegetable Pizzas' sections. No gluten-free option mentioned


community: Creston

value: Pizza Pizza

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 1901 Sooke Rd #124, Victoria, BC V9B 1V8

community: Colwood

value: Papa John's is a national pizza chain franchise located on Sooke Road in the western Victoria area, serving pizza, breadsticks, and wings. The location offers both delivery and carryout ordering. It sits in a strip-mall unit convenient for cyclists passing through the Colwood corridor.

value: Papa John's

signal: Papa John's pizza chain (confirmed); ~$10-16

wow_evidence: national pizza chain franchise


value: 10151 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 31m; rack at 59m; rack at 64m; rack at 72m.

value: FreshCo


value: Johnston Road

community: Port Alberni

value: Winners


value: 1450 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6P 5Z9

community: Vancouver

value: Value on Liquor Store is an independent liquor retailer that has operated since 2012, marketing itself on prices that beat BC government liquor stores. It is notable for housing what it claims is BC's longest cooler, stocking a broad selection of cold beer, ciders, wine, spirits, and sake. Free on-site parking and a curbside pickup option make it a convenient stop for cyclists traveling along Southwest Marine Drive.

value: Value on Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: independent liquor retailer that has operated since 2012 ... BC's longest cooler


value: 4112 Lougheed Highway

value: Galbi

signal: Korean BBQ (galbi); typical spend $30-45/person


value: 8300 Capstan Way, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack at 47m; rack at 83m.

value: Pho 37


bike_access: hard

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: no

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Red Pass

source: camping

value: Colonel Creek is a remote BC interior forest service-style site reachable only by high-clearance or 4x4 vehicle; expect no confirmed amenities, no drinking water, and a raw backcountry overnight with no frills.

value: Colonel Creek

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 4245 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC, V5V 4G1

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (3 spaces) at 42m; stands (3 spaces) at 45m; stands (3 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 54m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (3 spaces) at 74m; stands (3 spaces) at 84m; stands (3 spaces) at 93m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Egg & Co. is a popular all-day breakfast and brunch spot in Vancouver's Fraserhood neighbourhood on Fraser Street between 26th and 27th. Chef Benjamin Ho puts creative twists on brunch classics like Beef Cheek Benny and Black Truffle & Mushroom Toast alongside traditional eggs bennies and french toast. It's walk-ins only, making it an easy stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Egg & Co.

detail: Vegetarian options noted on menu items; inherently vegetarian dishes like Avocado Toast, Huevos Rancheros, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes; OSM confirms vegan and vegetarian options available. No explicit GF mention

signal: Menu items $15–22 range; casual brunch sit-down restaurant

wow_evidence: Chef Benjamin Ho puts creative twists on brunch classics… walk-ins only


value: Fast-food bar and grill located within the Vancouver Aquarium. Offers both indoor and outdoor seating, serving as a dining option for visitors to this major North Vancouver attraction.

value: Upstream Bar + Grill

wow_evidence: fast-food restaurant in North Vancouver


value: 11688 Steveston Highway, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; rack at 7m; rack at 55m.

blurb: South Richmond library branch with multilingual collection.

value: The Ironwood Branch is one of several Richmond Public Library locations serving the city's south end, offering free public computing, internet access, and a broad multilingual collection. As a fully public facility with no admission charge, it provides a useful midday stop for touring cyclists passing through Richmond's suburban corridor. The library also hosts programs and maker-style equipment (3D printers, Cricut machines) through its Launchpad initiative.

kid_friendly: yes

value: Richmond Public Library, Ironwood Branch

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 4971 Hicks Road, Boston Bar

blurb: Nlaka'pamux heritage village near Boston Bar; traditional structures and tours.

community: Boston Bar

value: Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Interpretive Village is operated by the Boston Bar First Nations and interprets the history and culture of the Indigenous peoples of the Fraser Canyon region. Located along the historic Hicks Road corridor near Boston Bar, it offers visitors an immersive look at traditional village life and heritage. For a touring cyclist passing through the rugged Fraser Canyon, it represents a rare opportunity to engage with the deep Indigenous history of this corridor.

dwell: half

theme: history

wow_evidence: Boston Bar First Nation interpretive village — immersive Nlaka'pamux heritage experience on the canyon route; seasonal/tour-based operation.


value: 101-2320 Northfield Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3C2

community: Nanaimo

value: Tim Hortons is a Canadian quick-service chain institution on Northfield Road in Nanaimo, offering coffee, baked goods, soups, and breakfast wraps with both dine-in and drive-thru options. For a touring cyclist, it provides a reliable, familiar stop for a hot drink and a quick meal at the northern edge of the city. The location supports mobile ordering and a loyalty rewards program.

value: Tim Hortons


community: Mackenzie

value: BC Liquor Store

region: Northern British Columbia


value: 116 - 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3L4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 51m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 93m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: El Dorado Pie & Treats is a family-run bakery operating since 2002, run by a mother, daughter, and son team, offering an extensive menu of sweet and savory baked goods with a Latin American influence. The shop is best known for its handcrafted empanadas in over a dozen varieties — from traditional beef to vegan — alongside fruit pies, tarts, quiches, and hand-decorated cookies. Located at Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver, it is a convenient stop for cyclists riding the North Shore waterfront.

value: El Dorado Pies & Treats

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 22334 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge, BC

community: Maple Ridge

value: Pho Song is a Vietnamese restaurant on Lougheed Highway in Maple Ridge, likely specializing in pho and other Vietnamese noodle dishes. Situated on a busy arterial route through the Fraser Valley, it offers a warm, carb-rich meal option for cyclists passing through the Maple Ridge corridor.

value: Pho Song

signal: pho/Vietnamese; ~$14-18pp


value: 4410 Still Creek Dr, Burnaby, BC V5C 6C6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (9 spaces) at 12m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 118 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 28m; rack (4 spaces) at 66m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: The Brownstone has been a downtown Kamloops landmark since 2004, housed in the beautifully restored 1904 Canadian Bank of Commerce building — once the workplace of poet Robert Service. The kitchen leans heavily on local BC producers, with rustic breads, charcuterie, and cheeses made in-house and herbs grown in the restaurant's own garden courtyard. Featured on Food Network Canada's Big Food Bucket List, it offers touring cyclists an upscale but welcoming dinner destination in the heart of Kamloops.

value: Brownstone

signal: local-producer restaurant, charcuterie/house bread; ~$24-38pp

wow_evidence: housed in the beautifully restored 1904 Canadian Bank of Commerce building — once the workplace of poet Robert Service; featured on Food Network Canada's Big Food Bucket List


value: 9111 Anderson Road Unit 180, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 19m; rack at 31m; stands at 32m; rack (covered) at 44m; rack at 45m; rack at 67m; rack at 86m; rack at 90m.

value: Kumo Sukiyaki Restaurant is a Japanese restaurant in Richmond, BC, specializing in sukiyaki — a traditional hot pot dish of thinly sliced beef and vegetables simmered in a sweet soy-based broth. Located in a commercial unit on Anderson Road, it sits within Richmond's dense and diverse Japanese dining scene. A touring cyclist finishing a ride through the Richmond flatlands would find this a sit-down option for a warming, filling Japanese meal.

value: Kumo Sukiyaki Restaurant

signal: sukiyaki hot pot; ~$25-35pp


value: 445 Reid Street, Quesnel

community: Quesnel

value: Safeway


value: 863 Village Drive, Unit 160, V3B 0G9

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Kai is a Japanese restaurant in North Vancouver's Village Drive area serving traditional Japanese cuisine. A convenient meal stop for touring cyclists passing through the North Shore. Website unavailable for verification of specific menu offerings or dining features.

value: Kai Japanese Restaurant

signal: Japanese sit-down; ~$15-25pp


bike_access: rough

community: Keefers

value: A named beach campsite in the Okanagan & Thompson region; no matched web content is available, so setting, facilities, and access are unverified beyond OSM data.

value: Salmon Beach Campsite


value: 321 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1T3

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (16 spaces) at 73m; rack (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (4 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (3 spaces) at 97m. Total: 41 spaces.

value: Saunter is a specialty coffee shop opened in 2022 and housed in the historic Victory Building in Gastown, a 1908 structure retaining its original sandstone facade, exposed beams, and red brick. The shop serves espresso classics, specialty teas, hojicha, matcha, and pastries baked fresh each morning in a space deliberately designed around slowing down. A touring cyclist passing through downtown Vancouver can stop here for a quality drink and a bite before continuing on.

value: Saunter

detail: Website does not mention Wi-Fi

signal: amenity=cafe

detail: Website makes no mention of customer washrooms and

wow_evidence: specialty coffee shop... housed in the historic Victory Building in Gastown, a 1908 structure


value: 45585 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack

community: Chilliwack

value: Church's Chicken


value: 238 Queensway, Kelowna, V1Y 6S4

blurb: Downtown Kelowna's visitor centre: wine touring, trails, and city guidance.

community: Kelowna

value: Tourism Kelowna Visitor Centre is the official tourism information office for Kelowna, BC, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy set in the Okanagan Valley. Positioned in downtown Kelowna, it serves as the regional gateway for visitors seeking guidance on wine touring, outdoor recreation, and local experiences across a destination the site describes as 'Canada's four-season playground.' For touring cyclists, it is a natural first stop for route advice, local maps, and orientation to the region's extensive cycling opportunities through vineyards and lake-side corridors.

value: Tourism Kelowna Visitor Centre

signal: visitor centre, free

wow_evidence: Official VC of a major destination city (UNESCO City of Gastronomy); strong VC band.


value: 988 Spahats Creek Forest Service Rd, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1

character: destination

energy: active

label: Trophy Mountain wildflower bloom

months: June July

washroom_type: flush

community: Clearwater

value: Commercial resort on Spahats Creek Forest Service Road at the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park, directly across from Spahats Falls Day Use Area, with serviced and unserviced sites, showers, laundry, and Wi-Fi; a natural basecamp for the park's waterfalls and Trophy Mountain flower meadows, but the FSR approach means a rough ride in with loaded bags.

value: Spahats Creek Resort

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 20m; rack at 68m.

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: Cedarvale Rd, Kitimat-Stikine B, BC V0J 1Y5, Canada

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Woodcock

value: Sedan Creek Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site


value: 111 1st Street West

community: Revelstoke

value: The Explorers Society Hotel

signal: Explorers Society boutique heritage hotel, Revelstoke; $250-330


value: 140 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 16m; rack (3 spaces) at 27m; rack (3 spaces) at 30m; rack (3 spaces) at 43m; rack (3 spaces) at 53m; rack (3 spaces) at 53m; rack (3 spaces) at 59m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 60m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 79m; rack (3 spaces) at 81m. Total: 38 spaces.

value: Kim's Family Korean Restaurant is a Korean eatery on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver. The Korean-script name (김 고 집 순대국밥) suggests a focus on sundae gukbap, a hearty traditional Korean soup with blood sausage and offal — a warming, filling meal well-suited to cyclists riding the North Shore. The restaurant sits on a busy corridor close to the Lonsdale Quay transit hub.

value: Kim's Family Korean Restaurant

signal: Korean gukbap eatery; ~$15-24pp


value: 3845 West Frontage Road Rd, Avola, BC V0E 1C0, Canada

community: Avola

value: Avola Mountain Lodge is a newly renovated motel on Highway 5 in the North Thompson Valley, positioned roughly midway between Kamloops and Jasper as a natural overnight stop for travellers moving through the mountains. Rooms range from standard doubles to kitchenette suites sleeping up to four, and the property includes a barbecue area and mountain views. The surrounding area offers mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and quick access to Wells Grey Provincial Park.

value: Avola Mountain Lodge

detail: Amenities page lists 'Complimentary morning snack bag' as an offered amenity alongside the continental breakfast

detail: Guest review on website states: 'Funky pub with great burgers and jerky just down the road.'

signal: Renovated highway motel-lodge between Kamloops and Jasper, ~$120-160


value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 21801 Allard Crescent, V1M 3V9

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

community: Langley

value: A Metro Vancouver Regional Parks campground situated on a river bar in the Fraser Valley, offering a waterside setting with 38 sites; specific amenities and road surface details were not available from the site text.

value: Edgewater Bar Campground

ownership: Municipal


value: 477 5th Street, Courtenay, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (4 spaces) at 43m; rack (2 spaces) at 73m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Bigfoot Donuts is a family-owned artisan bakery and espresso bar that has anchored Downtown Courtenay since 2017, known for handcrafted, made-from-scratch donuts and in-house roasted coffee. The name pays homage to the Pacific Northwest and Indigenous Sasquatch/B'gwus traditions, reflecting the owners' deep roots in the Comox Valley — a family business lineage stretching back to 1920. A touring cyclist stopping here will find a full breakfast and lunch menu alongside espresso drinks and a rotating lineup of fresh baked goods.

value: Bigfoot Donuts


label: prime trout fishing

months: May June July

community: Deka Lake

value: Prose provided describes Sulphurous Lake Recreation Site, a day-use-only facility with a boat launch, swimming bay, and picnic tables — no overnight camping is permitted there.

value: North Deka Camp

wow_evidence: no overnight camping is permitted there


value: 2215 Marine Drive, V7V 1K5

community: West Vancouver

value: Casa Mia is a restaurant in North Vancouver with both indoor and outdoor seating in a non-smoking environment. Website information is currently inaccessible, so specific cuisine type and cycling amenities remain unconfirmed.

value: Casa Mia

signal: restaurant, W Van; ~$18-28pp; site down


value: Unit 100, 11088 126A Street, Surrey, BC V3V 0G2

community: Surrey

value: Chai Coffee Company is a specialty chai and coffee café founded by a Punjabi family with a three-generation-old homemade chai masala spice blend, positioned at the doorstep of Surrey's Scott Road Transit Hub. Alongside its signature chai varieties, it serves specialty coffee sourced from Canadian roasters and a food menu spanning Indian snacks like samosas and kathi rolls to croissants and freshly prepared sandwiches. Its transit-hub location and strong takeout focus make it a practical and culturally distinctive stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor.

value: Chai Coffee Company

detail: No GF claim found on website or in


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 21m; bollard (2 spaces, covered) at 74m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 2921 Fulford-Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1X6

community: Salt Spring Island

value: Rock Salt Restaurant & Café sits at the Fulford Harbour ferry terminal on Salt Spring Island, making it a natural first or last stop for cyclists crossing by ferry. The restaurant features a 180-degree ocean view dining room with a scratch kitchen that emphasises local ingredients, while the café side offers baked goods, wraps, and sandwiches for riders who need to eat on the run. The menu is deliberately broad, covering meat-eaters, vegetarians, kids, and gluten-free diners.

value: Rock Salt Restaurant & Cafe

detail: Website states: 'Our menu is varied with numerous options for carnivores, vegetarians, kids and gluten free diets.'

signal: scratch kitchen, ocean-view (ferry terminal); ~$18-28pp


value: A Starbucks Coffee location on 200 Street in the Fraser Valley, offering espresso drinks, Refreshers, and a food menu including sandwiches and baked goods. As a national chain outpost in a suburban commercial area, it provides a familiar and reliable rest stop for cyclists moving through the Lower Mainland. Takeout service is available.

value: Starbucks


value: 590 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, V6E 1A3

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 19m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 21m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (3 spaces) at 65m; stands (8 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 31 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Glowbal is an upscale contemporary restaurant in the heart of downtown Vancouver, part of the well-established Glowbal Restaurant Group. The menu celebrates West Coast ingredients with dishes like fresh spot prawns, tableside prime rib, and Vancouver Island oysters. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the restaurant offers a full bar alongside a seasonal, ingredient-driven menu.

value: Glowbal

detail: Website menu confirms compatible dishes including Kale Salad, Fried Brussels Sprouts, and Burrata

signal: Appetizers $28–29; Wagyu carpaccio, Premium oysters, sommelier wine pairings, tableside prime rib service.


value: 3353 West Island Highway, V9K 2B4

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Deez Bar & Grill is a casual dining bar and restaurant on the Island Highway West in Qualicum Beach, a natural stop for cyclists travelling along Vancouver Island's eastern corridor. The all-day menu includes burgers and pub fare alongside a kids menu, making it suitable for mixed-group touring stops. Online takeout and delivery ordering are available, and the restaurant accepts reservations.

value: Deez Bar & Grill

signal: bar & grill, burger special $9.95, pub fare; ~$14-22pp


value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'


value: 121 NW Boulevard, Creston, BC

blurb: Creston Valley's official visitor centre: maps, ferry schedules, border and road conditions.

community: Creston

value: The Creston Valley Visitor Centre is operated by the Creston Valley Tourism Society and serves as the official tourism information hub for the Kootenay region's 'hidden gem'. Staff can assist visitors with area maps, local recommendations, event listings, and up-to-date travel advisories including border crossings, ferry schedules, and road conditions. For touring cyclists passing through the southern Kootenays, it is a natural stop for regional trip-planning resources and insider knowledge of the valley.

planning: check-ahead

value: Creston Valley Visitor Centre

signal: visitor information centre, free

wow_evidence: Official visitor centre; ground-truth anchor band 2 (route through it).


value: 2263 East Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces, covered) at 61m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Doe Coffee Roasters is a community-focused Vancouver café that small-batch roasts its own beans on-site and bakes all pastries fresh in-house overnight. The shop has removed tipping at checkout as a deliberate policy, and its Doe Pass subscription model reflects an unusually loyal neighbourhood following. A reviewer notes at least two locations — the original East Hastings spot and a newer Clarke Street outpost — suggesting growing local presence.

value: Doe Coffee

detail: Menu lists 'Green Goddess (Veg)' sandwich with avocado, Monterey Jack, cucumber, seasonal vegetable, mayo, ranch, mustard on house-made croissant


value: 3845 William Street, Burnaby, V5C 3J1

community: Burnaby

value: The Steamworks Burnaby Brewery and Taproom is a large-scale craft production facility opened in 2013, housing 32 fermentors, 3 grain silos, and a 500-foot canning line that produces thousands of barrels of beer annually. The taproom pours directly from tank to tap, rotating through core and seasonal steam-brewed beers alongside occasional test taps. A Steamworks food truck stationed outside serves burgers, wings, and poutine, and the facility also offers growler fills, cold beer sales, and keg rentals.

value: Steamworks Brewery and Tap Room

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: 32 fermentors, 3 grain silos, and a 500-foot canning line... taproom pours directly from tank to tap


value: 3293 Kingsway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (3 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; rack at 73m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; rack (4 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Burmese restaurant in east Vancouver offering indoor dining for local and touring customers.

value: Amay's House

signal: Burmese; ~$15-24pp


value: Unit 15-1645 Cedar Rd, Ucluelet, BC

blurb: Nuu-chah-nulth art gallery at the Ucluelet government dock.

community: Ucluelet

value: Cedar House Gallery is an Indigenous art gallery located at the Ucluelet Government Dock on the Inner Harbour, specializing in works by Nuu-chah-nulth and Northwest Coast artists. The gallery features carvings, drums, prints, paintings, and jewellery by a roster of named Indigenous artists, with a focus on both traditional and contemporary practices. It operates on the territory of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ (Ucluelet First Nation) and offers an online shop alongside its physical gallery space.

facet_confidence: low

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Cedar House Gallery – Huu Mees Ma As

origin: manual

signal: Indigenous art sales gallery (retail), free to browse

wow_evidence: Indigenous gallery at the Ucluelet government dock with a named Nuu-chah-nulth artist roster.


value: 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

value: Gravity Haus Revelstoke is a boutique adventure-lifestyle hotel positioned as a basecamp for skiers, riders, and outdoor explorers in Revelstoke, surrounded by the Selkirk and Monashee ranges. Formerly a Motel 6 and later known as Gateway Inn, it has been reimagined as part of a North American network of mountain-town hospitality properties. On-site amenities include hot tubs, the Lüft après bar, gear rentals, and access to nearby trails and bike paths.

value: Gravity Haus

detail: On-site Lüft bar listed as a Haus Perk for après; website mentions 'Aprés at Lüft'

band_key: budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: part of a North American network of mountain-town hospitality properties... hot tubs, the Lüft après bar, gear rentals


value: 1610 Telegraph Cove Road, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0

community: Telegraph Cove

value: Telegraph Cove Resort is a historic seasonal destination on the northeast coast of Vancouver Island, built around a restored 1912 sawmill village centred on an 800-foot boardwalk with heritage cabins used as guest accommodation. Founded in 1979, the resort offers houses, cabins, RV and tent camping, a full marina, and was home to British Columbia's first commercial whale-watching operation. A major fire on December 31, 2024 destroyed the restaurant, pub, and several landmark buildings; the resort is rebuilding and welcoming guests again for the 2026 season.

value: Telegraph Cove Resort

detail: The General Store at Telegraph Cove is listed in the resort's own navigation menu as an on-site retail facility

signal: Full-service resort with restaurant, marina; no luxury signals shown

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: restored 1912 sawmill village… British Columbia's first commercial whale-watching operation


value: 2955 Gladwin Rd #100, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5T4, Canada

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

community: Abbotsford

value: Spice Kitchen The Indian Palette is an Indian restaurant in Chilliwack offering buffet service. This provides a casual, self-service dining option for touring cyclists passing through the region.

value: Spice Kitchen The Indian Palette

signal: Indian buffet restaurant; $18-25/person


value: 471 Cecelia Road

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wave (12 spaces) at 48m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m. Total: 16 spaces.

blurb: Burnside-Gorge community centre; programs and waterfront festival host.

community: Victoria

value: Burnside Gorge Community Association is a neighbourhood community centre in Victoria's Burnside-Gorge area, operated by the Capital Regional District. It offers a wide range of programs including youth recreation, family services, licensed childcare, and community events like the Selkirk Waterfront Festival and Gorge Waterway Cleanup. The centre also manages the Cecelia Ravine Community Gardens and hosts facility rentals.

days_closed: Sa Su

facet_confidence: med

value: Burnside / Gorge Community Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Neighbourhood community centre with public programs — walk-in public centre.


value: 4771 McClelland Road, Unit 1415, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 27m; stands (4 spaces) at 28m; bollard at 31m; rack at 33m; stands (4 spaces) at 65m; rack at 67m; stands (4 spaces) at 72m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: SAKU is a Japanese katsu restaurant chain that introduced traditional breaded-and-fried cutlets to Vancouver when it opened its first Robson Street location in early 2018. The Richmond branch is one of several Lower Mainland outposts operated under the LLH Eatery parent company, specialising in premium-quality meats served in the katsu style. Walk-ins join a digital waitlist rather than booking a table in advance.

value: Saku

signal: SAKU tonkatsu chain; ~$16-24pp


value: 9273 Glover Road, Fort Langley, V1M 2R6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (8 spaces) at 63m; stands (12 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (4 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 33 spaces.

community: Fort Langley

value: The Fort Pub & Grill is a storied neighbourhood pub in the heart of historic Fort Langley, situated about half a kilometre from the Fort Langley National Historic Site trading post. The building traces its roots to the Fort Langley Hotel and has survived floods, fires, and Prohibition, giving it an atmosphere filled with local artefacts and genuine character. Cyclists will find two large patios, a broad menu from wings to salmon chowder, weekend brunch, and delivery or pickup options for those in a hurry.

value: The Fort Pub & Grill

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items including Vegetarian Flatbread Grill, KFC: Killer Fried Cauliflower, Fort Greens salad, Roasted Beet Salad, Strawberry Pecan Salad, Mac & Cheese, and Smashed Avocado Toast. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found


value: 161 1st Street, Atlin, BC

community: Atlin

value: Kershaw's Cafe is a small cafe situated in Atlin, one of British Columbia's most remote communities near the Yukon border, accessible primarily via a long gravel road. The cafe operates on a limited weekly schedule with outdoor seating, making it a rare sit-down stop for cyclists undertaking the demanding Atlin region routes. For touring cyclists venturing this far north, it likely represents one of very few food service options in this off-the-grid destination.

value: Kershaw's Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: one of very few food service options in this off-the-grid destination… outdoor_seating=yes… Wed–Sun operation


value: 4357 South Island Highway, Campbell River, V9H 1B7

community: Campbell River

value: A 20-chalet oceanfront resort on Vancouver Island's Highway 19A between Campbell River and Courtenay/Comox, with views across the Georgia Strait. Each standalone chalet has a full kitchen, private deck with gas BBQ, and spa tub. The resort sits directly on the Island Highway cycling corridor, with restaurants and a grocery store nearby.

value: Oyster Bay Resorts

detail: Website states 'we also have excellent restaurants ... nearby'

detail: Website states 'a grocery store ... nearby'

signal: Older oceanfront chalet resort on 19A, kitchens + spa tubs; ~$170-220


value: 37991 Second Avenue, Squamish, V8B 0A8

community: Squamish

value: Hotel Squamish is a hotel in Squamish, British Columbia, a popular stop for touring cyclists in the province. The property is located on Second Avenue in the town center.

value: Hotel Squamish

signal: renovated downtown boutique pub hotel, Squamish; $150-200

wow_evidence: hotel in Squamish, British Columbia


value: 15775 Croydon Drive, Unit 120, Surrey, BC V3Z 2L6

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack at 15m; rack at 22m; rack at 24m; rack at 43m; rack at 45m; rack at 71m; rack at 74m; rack at 79m; rack at 85m.

value: Menchie's is a self-serve frozen yogurt chain with locations across British Columbia, where customers fill their own cups from a rotating lineup of flavors and toppings. The Surrey location sits in a strip-mall unit on Croydon Drive, making it a convenient sweet stop for cyclists passing through South Surrey. As a franchise of a well-established Canadian chain, it offers a consistent and quick treat experience.

value: Menchie's Frozen Yogurt

signal: chain 'menchie'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 5728 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 97m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Jun Yuan Restaurant is an all-you-can-eat Chinese hotpot restaurant specializing in broths simmered for over five hours from scratch, alongside a vast selection of fresh meats, handmade fish puffs, seafood, and vegetables. The founder has over 20 years in the food industry and developed the restaurant's signature handmade fish tofu (魚腐), a Cantonese Shunde tradition, which became popular enough to supply local supermarkets and restaurants. Chicken wing takeout combos are also available for cyclists looking for a quick, portable meal.

value: Jun Yuan Restaurant

signal: AYCE $43.99/person, falls in Band 3 ($30–60) range

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: handmade fish tofu (魚腐)... became popular enough to supply local supermarkets and restaurants


value: 2000 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, V1N 2W7

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

community: Castlegar

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 2550 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 93m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Pier Bistro Restaurant sits at the end of Beacon Avenue on Sidney's pier, beside the Fish Market, offering panoramic harbour views from a casual waterfront setting. The menu is built around BC coastal seafood staples — fish and chips in three species, house crab cakes, clam chowder, and local mussels — alongside burgers, sandwiches, and salads. For a touring cyclist finishing a ride through the Saanich Peninsula, it is a classic end-of-the-road lunch or dinner spot with the ocean right outside.

value: Pier Bistro Restaurant

detail: Menu explicitly lists Vegetable Foccacia and Vegetarian Burger as named menu items

signal: Most mains $20-30: fish & chips $21-29, burgers $21-30, salads $16-24

wow_evidence: panoramic harbour views from a casual waterfront setting; classic end-of-the-road lunch or dinner spot with the ocean right outside


community: Manning Park

value: Mowich is a hike-in backcountry campground in E.C. Manning Park, set in the Cascade Mountains more than 1 km from any road; a permit ($5/person/night) is required but no advance reservation, making it a solid wilderness night with real commitment to reach.

value: Mowich Campground


value: 7509 Trans-Canada Highway, Chase

community: Chase

value: A motel located on the Trans-Canada Highway in Chase, BC, offering convenient roadside accommodation for touring cyclists. The property provides Wi-Fi access to guests.

value: Jade Mountain Motel

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 2188 Western Parkway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 45m; stands (4 spaces) at 92m; stands (3 spaces) at 93m; stands (3 spaces) at 93m; rack (20 spaces) at 99m. Total: 35 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Vera's Burgers

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 649 Anderton Road

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 6m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Comox

value: A liquor store on Anderton Road, Vancouver Island. Provides beverage retail to the local community and passing travelers.

value: The Leeward Liquor Store


value: 8850 Walnut Grove Drive, Unit 116, Langley, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces, covered) at 25m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Bubble World is a bubble tea café situated in a strip-mall unit in the Walnut Grove neighbourhood of Langley, BC. Specialising in bubble tea drinks, it offers a sweet, cold-drink stop for cyclists passing through this busy suburban corridor. The café is tagged in OSM as cuisine=bubble_tea, suggesting a focused menu centred on milk teas and fruit teas.

value: Bubble World

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 104 Harris Road, P.O. Box 171, Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 23m. Total: 4 spaces.

blurb: Saturna Island's community hub: gym, stage, fitness room, lounge.

community: Saturna

value: The Saturna Recreation and Cultural Centre is the community hub of Saturna Island, one of BC's most remote and crowd-free southern Gulf Islands, home to just 350 full-time residents. The facility features an auditorium/gym holding up to 300 people with a performance stage, a fully equipped industrial kitchen, a fitness and weight room, and a lounge. Cyclists ferrying to Saturna Island from Vancouver or Victoria can tap into the centre's year-round recreational, arts, and cultural programming open to all visitors.

theme: recreation

value: Saturna Recreation and Cultural Centre

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Island community hub with gym, fitness room, lounge. Standard rec 1/1.


community: Alexis Creek

value: Compact BC Parks campground in a scenic canyon on Highway 20, set beside the glacier-blue Chilcotin River with a short interpretive trail and nearby fishing and wildlife watching; the river is cold and fast-moving (no swimming), and gates are locked from mid-September to mid-May.

value: Bull Canyon Campground

wow_evidence: the only provincial campsite along Highway 20 between Williams Lake and Tweedsmuir Park


community: Delta

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 151-H Dogwood St., Campbell River, BC V9W 6B9

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

value: Bike Chameleon is a small bicycle shop in Campbell River run by operator Rob Stables, carrying Kona brand bikes and offering sales and service for all cycling needs. The shop specializes in wheel and rim repair alongside general bicycle repair, parts, and retail. A recent post noted Rob working overtime during the busy season, suggesting genuine local demand and hands-on service.

value: Bike Chameleon

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: bicycle shop… carrying Kona brand bikes and offering sales and service for all cycling needs


value: 1600 15th Avenue

community: Prince George

value: Pita Pit

signal: Pita Pit fast-casual chain (confirmed); ~$11-15


value: 33758 Essendene Avenue, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 27m; rack (3 spaces) at 27m; rack (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: BRGR BRGR is a burger-focused casual restaurant in downtown Abbotsford, operating under the tagline 'A Place So Nice They Named It Twice.' The restaurant offers dine-in as well as online ordering for pickup, group orders, and delivery, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley. A loyalty club and delivery app integrations suggest an established local presence.

value: BRGRS BRGR

signal: casual burger spot; ~$15-20pp


value: 422 Richards Street, Vancouver, V6B 2Z4

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (9 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (6 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Sai Plant Deli is a vegan-only Japanese fast-food spot in downtown Vancouver specializing in oyaki, a traditional Japanese filled steamed or baked bun. The business previously operated as Vegan Pudding & Co before rebranding, and sits on Richards Street in the heart of the city. Its exclusively plant-based menu makes it a distinctive quick-stop option for cyclists seeking vegan fare in the downtown core.

value: Sai Plant Deli

wow_evidence: vegan-only Japanese fast-food spot specializing in oyaki


value: 4361 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (3 spaces) at 47m; stands (3 spaces) at 85m; stands (5 spaces) at 88m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 94m. Total: 27 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Chocho Hot Pot is a Chinese hot pot restaurant on the Kingsway corridor in Burnaby, offering both vegan and vegetarian menu options alongside traditional hot pot dining. The restaurant is smoke-free, air-conditioned, and accepts cash and major cards. It sits on a well-travelled urban cycling route through Burnaby.

value: Chocho Hot Pot

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


value: 7360 Market Crossing

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 71m.

value: This McDonald's at Market Crossing is a full-service fast food location offering dine-in and drive-through service with the complete Canadian McDonald's menu including burgers, chicken, and McCafé beverages. Indoor seating provides a sheltered rest stop for cyclists passing through the commercial area, and the menu includes vegetarian and limited vegan options. It functions as a practical food resupply point on routes through the greater Vancouver area.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


community: Kelowna

value: On-demand taxi serving Kelowna, Lake Country, and West Kelowna with personalized airport service to YLW; no bike policy stated on the page.

value: Eco Taxi

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


community: Fort St John

value: The Canadian Brewhouse & Grill

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 2627 Renfrew Street

value: Firehouse Subs


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 61m; stands at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; rack (covered) at 99m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: A Walmart Supercenter (store 1192) in the New Westminster area, offering a broad range of departments including grocery, electronics, clothing, and baby products. As a large-format supercenter, it is one of the more comprehensive resupply stops available to touring cyclists in the region. The grocery section provides access to a wide variety of food and household supplies under one roof.

value: Walmart

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: Dyke Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2P 0C5

blurb: Outdoor go-kart track named for racer Greg Moore.

community: Chilliwack

value: Greg Moore Raceway is an outdoor go-kart track in Chilliwack, BC, established in 2002 and affiliated with the West Coast Kart Club. The venue bills itself as one of the best karting tracks in North America and sits in the Fraser Valley near the dike road network. Named in honour of Canadian racing driver Greg Moore, it offers a recreational motorsport experience for visitors passing through the region.

setting: outdoor

value: Greg Moore Raceway

wow_evidence: Club-affiliated outdoor kart track named for Greg Moore — fame in the name; visitor rental access unclear, self-praise discounted.


value: 2151 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1N7

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (6 spaces) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; rack (5 spaces) at 74m; rack (18 spaces) at 77m; rack (5 spaces) at 85m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 90m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 90m; rack (5 spaces) at 98m. Total: 55 spaces.

value: Tutto Belle Il Gelato is a gelateria on the popular West 4th Avenue cycling corridor in Kitsilano, blending Canadian seasonal ingredients with authentic Italian gelato-making traditions. The menu spans classic Italian flavors such as pistachio and tiramisu alongside Asian-influenced options including ube, black sesame mochi gelato, and pineapple bun gelato. The shop also produces 'Babylato,' a dog- and toddler-safe frozen treat made with organic Greek yogurt and coconut oil, inspired by the owners' German Shepherd.

value: Tutto Belle Il Gelato


value: 500 Matterson Drive, Ucluelet, V0R 3A0

blurb: Public library inside the LEED-certified Ucluelet Community Centre.

community: Ucluelet

value: The Ucluelet Branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library has served the community since 1971 and is now housed in the Ucluelet Community Centre, a LEED-certified recreational facility shared with a music hall, youth centre, and community rooms. The branch offers free public WiFi and public computer stations, making it a practical connectivity stop for touring cyclists passing through this remote stretch of Vancouver Island's west coast. With 24/7 book returns, the exterior of the building is accessible around the clock.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Ucluelet Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1; inside the community centre.


value: Central Kootenay, BC V0G 1M0, Canada

label: peak lake swimming

months: July August

community: Riondel

value: A hike-in wilderness beach camp (2 km trail from the forest service road trailhead) on a sheltered pebble-and-rock bay on Kootenay Lake's east shore — free and beautiful, but loaded touring bikes must be left at the trailhead.

value: Pebble Beach Recreation Site


value: 917 Alder Avenue, 100 Mile House

community: 100 Mile House

value: A Ramada hotel in 100 Mile House offering standard accommodation. Serves as a reliable lodging option for touring cyclists passing through the region.

value: Ramada Limited 100 Mile House

signal: chain 'ramada'


value: 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

value: Opa! of Greece is a Greek fast-food concept located inside Orchard Park Shopping Centre, Kelowna's large regional mall on Harvey Avenue. The chain is known for fresh, Mediterranean-style wraps, salads, and souvlaki made to order. A cyclist stopping here would find a quick, filling meal in an air-conditioned mall environment with seating in the common areas.

value: Opa! of Greece


value: 6383 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2E5

community: Qualicum Bay

value: Sea Flame Beach Resort is a family-oriented beachfront property in Qualicum Bay offering rustic wood cabins and ocean-front RV sites, operated by the same family since 1988. The resort sits directly on the beach with fire pits, a central lawn with volleyball and badminton, and a playground, giving it a classic BC summer-camp character. Touring cyclists in the area will find the resort well-positioned for day trips to Mount Washington, old-growth forests, and local kayaking and paddleboarding.

google_place_id: ChIJezNX-JxhiFQRWVsZQdpgKDI

value: Sea Flame Beach Resort

detail: Log house listing explicitly includes laundry; not mentioned for the three smaller cabins

signal: rustic family cabins + RV sites since 1988, Qualicum Bay; cabins $110-150

wow_evidence: operated by the same family since 1988


value: 36063;36035 North Parallel Road, V3G 2C6

value: White Spot is BC's longest-running restaurant chain, founded in 1928 and celebrated for crowd-pleasing classics made with fresh Canadian beef, BC chicken, and locally sourced ingredients. The Abbotsford (Whatcom) location on North Parallel Road is a full-service family restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with outdoor seating. Touring cyclists will find a reliable, well-known stop for a sit-down or takeout meal in the Fraser Valley.

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: Sunwood Square, 780-3025 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, BC V3B 6S2

community: Coquitlam

value: HAAN Korean BBQ is an authentic Korean barbecue restaurant located in Sunwood Square near Coquitlam Centre, where diners cook their own selection of beef or pork on smokeless tabletop grills. Every meal comes with traditional Banchan side dishes, and the kitchen also prepares fully cooked dishes for those who prefer. It is a full sit-down dining experience with a drink menu and staff on hand to guide first-timers.

value: HAAN Korean BBQ

signal: Korean BBQ table grill + banchan; ~$25-35pp


value: 10063 117 St, Surrey, BC V3V 8C1

community: Surrey

value: Maple Pizza, Grace Market appears to be a combined pizza and convenience shop in Richmond, BC, tagged in OSM with a convenience store designation alongside pizza, ice cream, and chicken cuisine. The OSM record offers minimal detail and no verified contact information for this location. Touring cyclists may find snacks or quick food here, but the listing requires on-the-ground verification before it can be confidently recommended.

value: Maple Pizza and Grace Market

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: Mauna Sushi is a sushi restaurant operating out of the 108 Avenue corridor, with an active Square-based online ordering platform suggesting takeout availability. The restaurant serves a suburban strip that touring cyclists on the regional trail network may pass through. Little additional detail about the restaurant's menu or style is available from public sources.

value: Mauna Sushi

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


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 38m; stands at 41m; stands at 48m.

value: McCafé

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 19653 Willowbrook Drive, Langley

community: Langley

value: Langley Sushi Mori is a Japanese fusion restaurant located in a Langley shopping centre, part of a small chain that opened its first location in Coquitlam in 2010. The kitchen emphasizes fresh ingredients and an exclusive house-made sauce crafted from fruits and vegetables, served in a vintage interior featuring natural stone and wood elements meant to evoke a forest setting. Touring cyclists can stop in for dine-in or takeout, with third-party delivery also available.

value: Sushi Mori

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


value: 15560 Colebrook Road, Surrey, BC

value: A family winery set on 13 acres of pastoral farmland alongside the Serpentine River on the edge of White Rock. They produce a range of wines including Merlot, Cabernet blends, Gewürztraminer, Rosé, and a late harvest red, all available for tasting and purchase on-site. The rural setting and vineyard grounds make it an appealing rest stop for cyclists riding the flat agricultural roads of south Surrey.

value: Vinoscenti Vineyards

signal: Family winery tasting + purchase

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 108 West 1st Street, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 26m; rack (3 spaces) at 36m; rack (3 spaces) at 42m; rack (3 spaces) at 42m; rack (4 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 55m; rack (3 spaces) at 55m; rack (3 spaces) at 58m; rack (3 spaces) at 68m; rack (3 spaces) at 69m; stands (8 spaces) at 74m; rack (4 spaces) at 77m; rack (3 spaces) at 77m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 78m; rack (5 spaces) at 81m; rack (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 61 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Foxy Farm Market is a neighbourhood greengrocer on West 1st Street in North Vancouver's Lower Lonsdale area. It operates as a farm-style market focused on fresh produce, making it a useful provisioning stop for cyclists riding the North Shore. The market's compact urban location puts it within easy reach of the Lonsdale Quay SeaBus terminal.

value: Foxy Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 1125 Douglas Street

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (10 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 36 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Cactus Club Cafe

signal: chain 'cactus club'


value: 4320 Moncton Street, Richmond, V7E 3A8

blurb: Steveston's library branch with maker technology.

community: Richmond

value: The Steveston Branch of Richmond Public Library, also known as the Easthope Hub, is located in historic Steveston Village—a popular destination for cyclists exploring Richmond's extensive dyke trail network and heritage waterfront. As part of the Richmond Public Library system, it provides a welcoming public space with digital resources, community programming, and creation technology including 3D printers and Cricut machines. Cyclists passing through Steveston will find it a convenient mid-ride stop with free internet access and public washrooms.

value: Richmond Public Library, Steveston Branch (Easthope Hub)

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 8903 Main St, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V4

community: Osoyoos

value: Diamond Steak & Seafood House is a family-owned restaurant on Main Street in Osoyoos with over 45 years of community history, currently run by Gus and Maria who purchased it in 1997. The menu spans steaks, seafood, and Greek-inspired dishes, and the kitchen's house recipe — Three Diamond Dressing — has grown into a product sold commercially across Western Canada. A fireplace dining room and full bar make it a comfortable evening destination for cyclists finishing a day in the South Okanagan.

value: Diamond Steak and Seafood

detail: Dedicated 'GLUTEN AWARE MENU' page lists gluten-aware versions of appetizers, salads, Greek plates, entrees, and Sterling Silver beef dishes; GF bread also listed as a side on the main menu

signal: steak & seafood house, 45yr; ~$32-50pp


value: 1880 Baron Rd C-Unit, Kelowna, BC, Canada

value: Anarchy Coffee Roasters is a punk rock-inspired specialty coffee roaster and cafe in Kelowna, roasting small-batch, ethically sourced beans on-site and serving them alongside food in a community-minded shop. Founded in 2019 out of a passion for quality coffee and music, the business offers single-origin coffees, espresso blends, decaf options, and even in-house espresso machine repair services. Touring cyclists will find a characterful, welcoming stop with fresh-roasted coffee and food in the heart of Kelowna.

value: Anarchy Coffee Roasters

wow_evidence: punk rock-inspired specialty coffee roaster...roasting small-batch, ethically sourced beans on-site


value: 2331 Clarke St, Port Moody, BC V3H 1Y9

community: Port Moody

value: Osteria Povera is an Italian restaurant in Port Moody inspired by cucina povera, the Puglian tradition of making great food from simple, high-quality ingredients. The kitchen focuses on fresh tomatoes, homemade pasta, and house-made pomodoro sauce. Situated on Clarke Street, it offers both lunch and dinner service with walk-ins welcome alongside reservations.

value: Osteria Povera

signal: Italian cucina povera, homemade pasta; ~$18-30pp


value: 931 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6T5

value: Fat Tuna is a sit-down Japanese sushi restaurant in Coquitlam recognized among the top 3 Japanese restaurants in the city by a third-party inspection. The menu features creative rolls alongside traditional sushi, and the restaurant accommodates food allergies. Online ordering is available via Toast for takeout.

value: Fat Tuna Sushi

signal: sit-down sushi, creative rolls; ~$16-26pp


value: 525 Seventh Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 3L6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 29m; stands (6 spaces) at 39m; stands at 52m; stands at 65m; stands at 86m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Dine Kanadiyan is an authentic Filipino restaurant that opened in 2024 in New Westminster, occupying the former Union Jack Public House space on Seventh Street. The menu spans ala carte classics, a weekend brunch silog lineup, party tray catering, and a communal 'Boodle Fight' buffet format rooted in traditional Filipino dining culture. Live entertainment rounds out the experience, making it a destination for both casual meals and celebrations.

value: Dine Kanadiyan

detail: Multiple ala carte items explicitly marked '(V)': Enokoi (crispy enoki and sweet potato fritters), Sizzling Tofu Sisig, Lato Salad (Seagrapes), Ensaladang Gulay (steamed veggies); brunch menu also includes Sizzling Tofu sizzler

signal: Main entrees $24.95–$28.95; clearly Band 3 pricing


value: 20811 Fraser Highway, Langley

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'


value: 1685 Yew St, Vancouver, BC V6K 3E6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 10m; stands (4 spaces) at 13m; stands (22 spaces) at 16m; stands (20 spaces) at 51m; stands (10 spaces) at 61m; stands (12 spaces) at 63m; stands (34 spaces) at 65m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; stands (6 spaces) at 67m; stands (4 spaces) at 70m; stands (4 spaces) at 79m; stands (4 spaces) at 80m; stands (6 spaces) at 83m. Total: 136 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Lucky Taco

signal: taco spot; ~$14-20pp


value: 2679 Highway 97 North

community: Kelowna

value: Canadas Best Value Inn

signal: Canada's Best Value Inn brand, Kelowna; $100-140


value: Unit 2188, 3779 Sexsmith Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands at 19m; rack at 32m; rack at 61m; rack at 77m.

value: Geng Shi Ji is a restaurant located in a commercial complex in Richmond, BC, at unit 2188 of 3779 Sexsmith Road. Beyond its name and location, no further details about cuisine type, seating, or cyclist amenities could be confirmed from available sources.

value: Geng Shi Ji

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


value: Lower Level, AMS Student Nest, 6133 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (20 spaces, covered) at 22m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 60m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: International News Market (INS) is a small convenience shop run by the AMS student union, tucked into the lower level of the AMS Student Nest at UBC Vancouver. It stocks snacks, chocolate, chips, ice cream, cold drinks, gift cards, and lottery tickets, catering primarily to the campus community. Cyclists riding through the UBC endowment lands can stop here for a quick snack, though it is not a full-service grocery store.

value: International News Market

detail: Website lists healthy snacks, gum, chocolate, chips, ice cream, and cold drinks — convenience-level grocery items, not a full grocery range

wow_evidence: small AMS-operated convenience shop in the lower level of The Nest at UBC


value: 398 Harbour Rd #101, Victoria, BC V9A 0B7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 21m; stands (3 spaces) at 45m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Fol Épi is an organic bakery and cafe established in 2009 in Victoria, BC, whose name means 'crazy wheat head' — an homage to French baking tradition and wild yeast cultures. Operating out of Dockside Green, they stone-grind their own flour on-site and produce artisan breads, all-butter viennoiserie, seasonal pastries, and daily sandwiches using local, small-scale producers. It is a well-established community fixture that also supplies other local businesses.

value: Fol Épi Bakery

detail: Website describes a daily sandwich menu with savoury items made in increments throughout the day

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: stone-grind their own flour on-site … also supplies other local businesses


value: 8111 Ackroyd Road, Richmond, V6X 3J9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 26m; rack at 57m; rack at 86m; rack at 89m; rack at 95m; rack at 98m.

value: Piping Hot is a Taiwanese-style pay-by-weight hot pot restaurant in Richmond where diners select from multiple soup bases and pile their bowls with fresh ingredients weighed at checkout. The restaurant also serves bubble tea, taiyaki ice cream with soft serve, and runs an active loyalty rewards program with rotating promotions. Its strip-mall unit location in central Richmond makes it a substantial refuelling option for cyclists exploring the city.

value: Piping Hot

signal: Taiwanese pay-by-weight hot pot, ~$30-50pp; ~$25-40pp


value: 104-525 Third Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 1W8

community: Nanaimo

value: Established in 2015, The Bee's Knees Cafe is a community-rooted cafe and catering operation in central/south Nanaimo, notable for being one of the only spots on Vancouver Island to serve authentic Persian cuisine alongside espresso drinks and house-baked goods. Everything is made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients, with a strong commitment to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The cafe has grown to two locations and is a well-loved neighbourhood hub with outdoor seating.

value: The Bee's Knees Cafe

detail: Sourcing page states 'Specializing in vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options'; About page notes 'Lots of Gluten free options available'; menu items are extensively labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten free throughout


value: 1347 Pemberton Avenue, Squamish, V8B 0C4

community: Squamish

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


community: Golden

value: Taxi service based in Golden, BC, likely serving the surrounding area including the Columbia Valley and mountain corridors. Bike accommodation unknown — website unreachable.

value: Mount 7 Taxi Ltd.

wow_evidence: Taxi service based in Golden … website unreachable


value: 9014 152 Street Unit 201, Surrey, V3R 4E7

value: King's Choice Indian Cuisine is an Indian restaurant located in Surrey's Whalley neighbourhood on 152 Street. The business was present in OSM as an active restaurant, though current operational status is unclear. A touring cyclist passing through this part of Surrey would find it a potential stop for Indian food on a busy commercial corridor.

value: King's Choice Indian Cuisine


value: 9324 96 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 0H6

community: Fort St. John

value: Tasty Dogs is a fast-food spot in Fort St. John specializing in hot dogs and burgers, with takeaway service available. Located on 96 Street in the heart of the city, it offers a quick and casual bite for cyclists passing through the Peace River region. The shop has air conditioning, making it a welcome stop on hot summer days along the Alaska Highway corridor.

value: Tasty Dogs


value: 1264 Bouvette Road, Lillooet, V0K 1V0

community: Lillooet

value: Retasket Lodge & RV Park is a 20-room motel and 8-site RV park set on a hilltop above Lillooet, proudly owned and operated by the T'it'q'et First Nation, with 360-degree views over the Fraser River and surrounding mountains. The property also offers Seton Lake Cabins — four separate lakeside cabins with full kitchens, sleeping up to six — a short distance from Seton Lake's beach and boat launch. Lillooet sits at a crossroads of several major cycling routes and the amenities page calls out mountain biking, hiking, and gold panning among nearby activities.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Retasket Lodge & RV Park

signal: bare motel, no chain


label: alpine wildflower bloom

months: July August September

community: Vermilion Crossing

value: Backcountry campground in UNESCO-listed Mount Assiniboine Park, reachable only by multi-day trail or helicopter with no vehicle access and no on-site services; expect sudden alpine weather and fire restrictions in the core area, offset by world-class glacier and peak scenery.

value: Porcupine Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: Backcountry campground in UNESCO-listed Mount Assiniboine Park... no roads pass through the park


bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 17m; rack (6 spaces) at 29m; rack (5 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: Tim Hortons (confirmed); ~$6-12


value: 2798 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, V6K 1R1

bike_parking_detail: 21 racks within 100m: wide_stands (2 spaces) at 8m; rack (6 spaces) at 21m; rack (4 spaces) at 26m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 50m; rack (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; rack (4 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; rack (4 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 62 spaces.

value: A convenience store located on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood. Stocks basic groceries and supplies useful to touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Sunshine Coast Convenience Store


value: 3146 Beach Ave, Roberts Creek, BC V0N 2W0, Canada

community: Roberts Creek

value: One Tiny Farm is a community growing space on the Sunshine Coast operated by One Straw Society, a registered Canadian charity building a sustainable local food system. The farm hosts public events such as 'Tiny Farm, Big Table' dinners, seed exchanges, educational workshops, and farm tours, and is available to rent as a gathering space. Touring cyclists looking for a community food hub or local food event on the Sunshine Coast may find it a worthwhile detour.

value: One Tiny Farm

signal: community farm/events (not a walk-in restaurant); farm dinners vary


value: 1752 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4A3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wall_loops (3 spaces) at 46m; rack at 58m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: Sal y Limon is an authentic Mexican restaurant founded by four food enthusiasts, including Carolina, who drew on family recipes from Manzanillo, Mexico, to create a family-welcoming space with vibrant flavour. The Commercial Drive location sits on one of Vancouver's most active cycling corridors and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. It is one of three Metro Vancouver locations and offers online pick-up and delivery ordering.

value: Sal y Limon

signal: Mexican street food; ~$14-22pp

detail: Website does not address washrooms directly

wow_evidence: one of three Metro Vancouver locations


value: 2-5779 Turner Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8

value: Boston Pizza is a well-known Canadian casual dining chain and sports bar, founded in Edmonton in 1964 and now the largest casual dining brand in Canada. This Nanaimo franchise location serves the full BP menu including gourmet pizzas, pasta, wings, burgers, and shareables. Touring cyclists will find a substantial sit-down meal with a wide range of dietary options including vegan and gluten-free choices, plus takeout and delivery available.

value: Boston Pizza

detail: Menu page states 'Vegan and Glutenwise® options also available.' Nutrition page confirms: 'Our menu caters to all sorts of diets - gluten-free, vegetarian and even pizzatarian.'

signal: chain 'boston pizza'

wow_evidence: largest casual dining brand in Canada


value: 108 8th Avenue, Lillooet, V0K 1V0

value: A family-owned motel established in 1960 in the heart of Lillooet, 4 Pines Motel spans three buildings offering everything from budget rooms to honeymoon suites with jacuzzi and fireplace. Its downtown location puts touring cyclists within walking distance of Lillooet's services, and the motel sits along the scenic Highway 99 corridor connecting Whistler and the Interior. Rooms range from simple queens to full two-bedroom kitchen suites suited for longer stays.

value: 4 Pines Motel

detail: Amenities page states: 'With 4 Pines Motel's convenient on-site laundromat facilities, you'll never have to over-pack on clothing.'

wow_evidence: family-owned motel established in 1960; amenities page explicitly lists an on-site laundromat


value: 6388 Market Avenue, Delta, V4L 1M9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 5m; rack at 15m; rack at 21m; rack at 29m; rack (6 spaces) at 65m; rack (6 spaces) at 65m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Delta

value: L'aromas Coffee Southlands is one of four locations of a Delta-based coffee brand that grew from a backyard roasting project and community market presence into a local café chain, officially opening its first location in July 2015. Founded by three friends with a mission to create a 'home away from home,' the brand is community-rooted and independently owned. The Southlands location offers a full café experience with outdoor seating and on-site washrooms.

value: L'aromas Coffee Southlands

signal: amenity=cafe

detail: Not contradicted by website content

wow_evidence: one of four locations of a Delta-based coffee brand...community-rooted and independently owned


value: Phipps Road

community: Langford

value: The Noodle Box

signal: Noodle Box counter-service; ~$15-18


value: BC-3A, Central Kootenay A, BC V0B 1A0, Canada

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Blake

value: A small 18-site provincial campground on the sunny shores of Kootenay Lake, offering the only easy public beach camping on the lake's south arm, with a sand-and-gravel beach for swimming and paddling right off Highway 3A. The gate closes for the off-season, making this a summer-only stop.

value: Lockhart Beach Campground


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (6 spaces, covered) at 77m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Prince Rupert

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 712 Daly Avenue, Hedley, BC V0X 1K0

blurb: Volunteer-run mining museum and info stop in gold-rush Hedley.

community: Hedley

value: The Hedley Heritage Museum is a volunteer-run heritage museum celebrating the gold-rush mining history of Hedley and the Similkameen Valley, featuring a replica miner's cottage, a hospital and school exhibit, vintage mining machinery displayed across the street, and a Miners' Lounge with historical photographs and a family history centre. It doubles as the village's tourist information booth, making it a natural stop for cyclists passing through on Highway 3 (the Crowsnest). The on-site tea room with a shaded veranda and gift shop selling ore samples and local crafts add a pleasant rest-stop dimension.

setting: mixed

value: Hedley Museum

detail: Tea Room serves refreshments (tea, coffee, baked goods); guests can sit in the air-conditioned room or on the veranda overlooking the garden. Gift shop also sells items on site

signal: For a donation, browse the displays in the museum proper

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Volunteer gold-mining museum with replica miner's cottage, doubling as the village info booth; modest heritage stop below the Mascot Mine cliffs.


community: Lindeman

value: A remote wilderness campsite at Bare Loon Lake in northern BC or Yukon; no facilities are confirmed and the source page was unavailable, so treat this as a self-sufficient backcountry stop with uncertain access.

value: Bare Loon Lake

ownership: National park


value: 151 East 8th Avenue, Vancouver, V5T 1R8

bike_parking_detail: 19 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 73m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 75m; rack (5 spaces) at 82m; wave (6 spaces) at 83m; stands (4 spaces) at 84m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 86m; stands (3 spaces) at 86m; stands (7 spaces) at 98m; rack (3 spaces) at 100m. Total: 64 spaces.

value: Osteria Otto is a dinner-focused Italian restaurant on East 8th Avenue in Vancouver that merges seasonal Italian cooking and Pacific Northwest produce with the intimate atmosphere of a Japanese kissa listening bar, complete with curated vinyl and hi-fi sound. The menu leans into ingredient-forward, sharing-style dishes that reflect both Italian culinary clarity and the West Coast landscape. A touring cyclist looking for a full sit-down evening meal in a warm, unhurried setting will find it a distinctive stop.

value: Osteria Otto

signal: dinner Italian + listening bar, ingredient-forward; ~$35-50pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: merges seasonal Italian cooking...with the intimate atmosphere of a Japanese kissa listening bar, complete with curated vinyl and hi-fi sound


value: 201 Brink Street, Box 789, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

blurb: Ashcroft's library, first in BC with keycard self-service hours.

community: Ashcroft

value: The Ashcroft Library is a branch of the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library system serving this small Interior BC community. It holds the distinction of operating the first 'Service Extender' program in British Columbia, allowing registered patrons aged 15 and older to access the building for self-service borrowing outside of staffed hours using a keycard-style system. Cyclists passing through Ashcroft will find free public Wi-Fi, public computers, a bookable meeting room, and a fully wheelchair-accessible space.

value: Ashcroft Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: TNRL branch that pioneered BC's first keycard self-service extended hours; ordinary library band.


community: Surrey

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: #101, 538 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Block Kitchen and Bar is a global-fusion restaurant and cocktail bar located in Victoria's Old Town, serving shareable small plates drawing from Japanese, Korean, and other Asian culinary traditions. The space is described as dynamic and vibrant, with a strong focus on craft cocktails alongside the food program. Catering and private group bookings are also available for events of 12 or more.

value: Block Victoria

detail: Menu labels multiple dishes as Vegan, Gluten free, and Vegan Option Available throughout Nibbles, Salads, Smaller Plates, and Larger Plates sections


value: 302 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: Kevin's Kitchen is a traditional Chinese home-style restaurant in downtown Revelstoke specializing in hand-made dumplings, wonton soup, noodle soups, and Northern Chinese cold salads. Situated on 1st Street West in a mountain town that draws cyclists from across BC and beyond, it offers a full sit-down meal of house-made comfort food including hand-folded JiaoZi and SaoZi noodle soups.

value: Kevins Kitchen

detail: Menu lists explicit 'Vegetable Only' protein substitution for noodle soups and chow mein; cold vegetable salads include smashed cucumber, red cabbage, and shredded LoBok; FuZhu dish is tofu skin with vegetables

signal: Main dishes $17.95-$19.95 (noodle soups, dumplings, chow mein)


value: 801 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, V7P 3K6

community: North Vancouver

value: Choices Markets


value: 25 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver, BC V7L 0B2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 96m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Pier 7 is a West Coast-inspired restaurant and bar perched on the revitalized Lower Lonsdale waterfront, offering 180-degree views of Vancouver's skyline, Lonsdale Quay, and the Shipyards District. The menu centres on fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and seasonal dishes, with weekend brunch and a curated seafood tower as standout offerings. The restaurant sits next to St. Roch Dock, which can accommodate pleasure crafts up to 25 m, making it a rare spot reachable by both bike and boat.

value: Pier 7

detail: Menu explicitly tags items '[GF]' (e.g., Truffle Hashbrowns); vegetarian-friendly options include Three Egg Omelette with mushrooms/leeks/chèvre and Avocado Benny

signal: amenity=pub


value: 284 3rd Ave, Procter, BC V1L 0B8, Canada

community: Procter

value: Procter Village Cafe is a small community cafe located in Procter, a quiet settlement on the west arm of Kootenay Lake in BC's Kootenays region. Sitting along a scenic stretch of road popular with touring cyclists, it appears to serve as a local gathering spot for this tight-knit rural community. Cyclists travelling the Kootenay Lake corridor may find it a convenient stop in an otherwise sparsely serviced area.

value: Procter Village Cafe


community: Madeira Park

value: IGA


community: Port Alberni

value: Alberni Co-op is a member-owned co-operative serving Port Alberni on Vancouver Island, part of the Western Canadian Co-operative Retailing System. The convenience store arm of the co-op offers everyday supplies to residents and travellers passing through the region. As a co-operative, it is community-owned and focused on serving local needs.

value: Co-op Convenience Store

wow_evidence: member-owned co-operative serving Port Alberni, part of the Western Canada Co-operative Retailing System


value: 2201 Holdom Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 14m; rack at 36m; rack at 42m.

community: Burnaby

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: Lupins Café is one of several dining venues at the summit of Grouse Mountain, a major year-round outdoor recreation destination above North Vancouver. The mountain is home to the Grouse Bike Park, making the café a natural post-ride stop for mountain bikers who have taken the Skyride up. The site is also reachable on foot via the iconic Grouse Grind trail, a popular challenge for active visitors.

value: Lupins Café

wow_evidence: one of several dining venues at the summit of Grouse Mountain, a major year-round outdoor recreation destination... Bike Park


value: 13637 104 Avenue, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 18m; rack (4 spaces) at 32m; rack (6 spaces) at 66m; rack (4 spaces) at 67m; rack (4 spaces) at 67m; rack (6 spaces) at 80m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Mary Brown's

signal: Mary Brown's chicken chain (confirmed); ~$11-16


value: 4920 Straume Ave, Terrace, BC V8G 4V8

blurb: Terrace's 691-seat theatre; catch a show if one's on.

community: Terrace

value: The R.E.M. Lee Theatre is Terrace's largest performing arts venue, opened in 1975 and owned by the Coast Mountain School District 82, with a seating capacity of 691. It hosts a broad mix of professional and community productions — dance, theatre, music, convocations, and concerts — with over 70% of performances being locally driven. The venue also features a Mezzanine Gallery displaying work by local and regional artists, making it a cultural hub for the broader North Coast region.

value: R.E.M. Lee Theatre

wow_evidence: Terrace's largest venue (691 seats) with mezzanine gallery; delight show-conditional.


community: Courtenay

value: Milano

signal: Milano coffee/cafe; ~$8-14


value: 579 Niagara Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 1H8

value: For Good Measure James Bay is a neighbourhood grocery institution at 579 Niagara Street that has anchored the community in various forms since 1908, operating as For Good Measure since April 2020. The store stocks bulk foods, local produce, fresh baked goods, and prepared quick eats alongside a year-round sunny cafe and patio called The Hideaway, which hosts live music and community events. It draws on an impressive network of local suppliers — from Mile Zero Coffee to Kildonan Farm chicken — making it a well-rounded resupply stop for cyclists in the James Bay area.

value: For Good Measure

detail: The Hideaway cafe serves espresso drinks; quick eats include Mosi sandwiches, Sookjai Thai curry, and Caribbean Village Jamaican patties

wow_evidence: neighbourhood grocery institution at 579 Niagara Street that has anchored the community in various forms since 1908; year-round sunny cafe and patio called The Hideaway, which hosts live music and community events


value: #22 - 4314 Main Street, Whistler, BC, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 17m; stands at 81m; stands (8 spaces) at 86m; stands (8 spaces) at 99m; stands (8 spaces) at 100m. Total: 32 spaces.

blurb: Commercial fine art gallery in Whistler Village, established 1996.

community: Whistler

value: The Plaza Galleries is a contemporary fine art gallery established in 1996, situated in the heart of Whistler Village overlooking the 2010 Olympic Rings. Specializing in art inspired by wildlife, mountain scenery, and winter sports, the gallery exhibits both established and emerging artists from its location within the Whistler Blackcomb resort community. It is steps away from the Maury Young Arts Centre and the Audain Art Museum, making it part of a walkable cultural cluster in the village core.

value: The Plaza Galleries

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Commercial art gallery; no admission price stated on website

wow_evidence: Commercial gallery since 1996 in the village; ordinary-gallery ladder.


value: 4273 Dawson Street, Unit 3, V5C 4B3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (4 spaces, covered) at 45m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Firehouse Subs is a North American sandwich chain with a public-safety theme, known for hot subs piled with premium meats and toppings. This Burnaby location on Dawson Street offers takeout service and is part of a franchise network that donates a portion of sales to first-responder causes. For a touring cyclist needing a quick, filling meal stop, it provides a familiar menu with hearty sandwich options.

value: Firehouse Subs

wow_evidence: North American sandwich chain


value: 713 Southeast Marine Drive, Vancouver

community: Vancouver

value: Barcelos Flame Grilled Chicken

signal: Barcelos flame-grilled chicken counter; ~$13-17


blurb: Covered amphitheatre in Langley City's Douglas Park.

community: Langley

value: Langley Spirit Square is a covered open-air public amphitheatre located within the Douglas Park area of Langley City, BC. Tagged in OSM as an open-air theatre with a roof structure, it serves as a community gathering and performance space in the heart of the city. Touring cyclists passing through Langley may find it a useful landmark and rest stop in an urban park setting.

value: Langley Spirit Square

signal: public open-air amphitheatre in Douglas Park

wow_evidence: Covered open-air amphitheatre in Douglas Park — event-conditional park feature.


value: 10330 McDonald Park Road, Sidney, BC V8L2L5

community: North Saanich

value: barBURRITO is part of Canada's largest burrito chain, operating since 2005, with over 385 locations nationwide. The Sidney location serves fully customizable Mexican-inspired meals — burritos, bowls, tacos, and quesadillas — assembled to order from fresh, in-house ingredients. Cyclists will find a quick, filling stop with a broad menu that includes vegetarian proteins and gluten-free tortilla options.

value: barBURRITO

detail: Nutrition calculator lists 'Veggie Ground' and 'Falafel' as protein options, and 'Gluten Free' as a tortilla choice for burritos and quesadillas


value: 113 East 1st Street, Vanderhoof, V0J 3A0

community: Vanderhoof

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 2945 Jacklin Road

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 75m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langford

value: BCLIQUOR Westshore


community: New Westminster

value: Bulk Barn


community: Barriere

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 37 11th Ave S, Cranbrook, British Columbia V1C 2N9, Canada

community: Cranbrook

value: Fire Hall Kitchen & Tap is a craft beer tap house and gastropub housed in the heritage Fire Hall No.1 building in downtown Cranbrook, a couple of turns off the Crowsnest Highway. It pours exclusively BC craft beers across 20 taps and offers a full food menu in a Kootenay-culture setting. A natural post-ride stop for cyclists exploring the southern Rockies, trails, and surrounding backcountry.

value: Fire Hall Kitchen & Tap

signal: gastropub, burgers/poutine, 20 taps; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: housed in the heritage Fire Hall No.1 building in downtown Cranbrook ... pours exclusively BC craft beers across 20 taps


value: 1022 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 0G1

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 47m; stands (1 space) at 48m; stands (1 space) at 51m; stands (7 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m; stands (5 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Level Yaletown – Seymour is a boutique extended-stay hotel in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood offering spacious furnished suites and townhome-style accommodations with fully-equipped kitchens and in-suite laundry. The property features over 11,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor amenities including an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, and a 2,000 sq ft fitness centre with sauna. It sits steps from Yaletown's dining, shopping, and nightlife, and within minutes of beaches and outdoor recreation.

value: Level

detail: In-suite laundry washer and dryer included in all suites

signal: boutique extended-stay suites/townhomes, Yaletown; $250-350


value: 2517 Bowen Road, V9T 3L2

bike_repair_offered: unclear

community: Nanaimo

value: Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) is a major Canadian outdoor retailer offering gear for cycling, hiking, climbing, and paddling. The Nanaimo location on Bowen Road serves Vancouver Island's active outdoor community with a broad range of equipment and apparel. Touring cyclists will find this a useful stop for supplies, though specific in-store bike services could not be verified from available sources.

value: Mountain Equipment Company

wow_evidence: major Canadian outdoor retailer … recently verified OSM record