value: 3480 Tillicum Road, V8Z4H3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: informal (covered) at 32m; ground_slots (2 spaces, covered) at 42m; ground_slots (2 spaces, covered) at 50m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Des Panjaab is a fully vegetarian Indian restaurant on Tillicum Road in Victoria specializing in authentic Punjabi cuisine, with a menu spanning tandoori paneer, dal makhani, biryani, Indian street food, and freshly baked breads. It also offers an extensive drinks menu including mango lassi, masala chai, and a wide range of virgin mocktails. Both dine-in and takeout are available, making it a practical stop for plant-based fuel on a cycling tour through the Victoria and Saanich area.

value: Des Panjaab

detail: Website explicitly states '100% vegetarian cuisine'; appetizers menu lists Cauliflower Bites with 'signature vegan chipotle sauce' and Tofu Bites with 'signature vegan garlic aioli,' indicating vegan options present. No gluten-free claim found

signal: vegetarian Punjabi Indian; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: 100% vegetarian cuisine


source: enrichment

value: 324 Front Street, Kaslo, V0G 1M0

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 65m.

blurb: Kaslo's visitor centre, steps from the S.S. Moyie on the waterfront.

category: Attractions

community: Kaslo

value: The Kaslo Visitor Centre is the official tourism information office for Kaslo and the surrounding Kootenay Lake area, operated by the Kootenay Lake Historical Society. Situated in the charming lakeside town of Kaslo in the West Kootenays, it serves as a natural first stop for visitors seeking local knowledge and regional resources. Touring cyclists arriving in Kaslo would likely find it a useful hub for area route information and local orientation.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

dwell: quick

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: walk-up

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Kaslo Visitor Centre

source: osm

origin: osm

ownership: Public

band_key: free

confidence: high

label: Free

signal: visitor centre, free

source: judgement

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Visitor Centre

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: Official visitor centre run by the Kootenay Lake Historical Society, beside the S.S. Moyie; visitor-centre anchor band.


bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of East Kootenay

source: camping

value: A free 3-site rec site on Sulphur Creek reached via the Bull River FSR and a final 2 km of good gravel road; cold mineral springs a short drive east add a point of interest to an otherwise simple, open creek-side stay.

value: Sulphur Creek Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground

tier: info

wow_evidence: cold mineral springs a short drive east


value: 650 Rosebery Pk Rd, New Denver, BC V0G 1S1, Canada

bike_access: easy

energy: active

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Rosebery

value: A small, intimate campground tucked along Wilson Creek just off Highway 6, 5 km north of New Denver, with Valhalla Park rising across Slocan Lake to the west; well-positioned as a base for backcountry exploration of Valhalla, Kokanee Glacier, Goat Range, nearby ghost-mining towns, and natural hot springs.

value: Rosebery Provicial Campground

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: active BC Parks provincial campground on a key Kootenay touring corridor (Highway 6); base for Valhalla, Kokanee Glacier, nearby hot springs


value: 5190 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, V5P 1C9

category: Food & Drink

community: Vancouver

value: El Caracol Mexican Cafe is a sit-down Mexican restaurant located on Victoria Drive in Vancouver's Sunset neighbourhood. The Victoria Drive corridor is a well-travelled cycling route connecting south Vancouver to the city centre, making this cafe a convenient stop for riders coming from or heading toward Fraserview and Champlain Heights. As a neighbourhood cafe with regular hours, it offers a full-service dining experience in an area with relatively few comparable options.

value: El Caracol Mexican Cafe

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: neighbourhood cafe with regular hours


value: 2695 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, V5K1Z5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 48m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: A family-run neighbourhood café that has been caffeinating East Vancouver since 2003, The Laughing Bean is known for locally roasted coffee, fresh-baked pastries, and a dog-friendly patio on East Hastings Street. It is one of the few cafés in BC to accept Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments, alongside a full catering and online ordering service.

value: Laughing Bean Coffee Co.


value: Colbourne Rd, Fraser-Fort George G, BC V0J 3G0, Canada

label: kokanee fishing

months: August September October

washroom_type: pit

community: Anzac

value: A free lakeshore rec site on Tacheeda Lakes with good multi-species fishing, but positioned right on the road with noise, dust, and a notoriously busy industrial FSR approach shared with heavy truck traffic.

value: Tacheeda Lakes Northeast Recreation Site

region: Northern British Columbia


value: 1630 Warren Avenue, Kimberley, V1A1R6

community: Kimberley

value: Kimberley Kitchen is a long-established Chinese restaurant on Warren Avenue in Kimberley, BC, widely regarded as one of the best Chinese food options in the East Kootenays. The kitchen is known for generous portions of fresh Cantonese-style dishes, with ginger beef and Cantonese chowmein among the most frequently praised items by local regulars and visitors alike. Touring cyclists passing through Kimberley will find a welcoming spot with friendly service and hearty, satisfying meals well-suited to refueling after a long day in the saddle.

value: Kimberley Kitchen

detail: Restaurantji 'More Info' section states 'serves vegetarian dishes'

signal: Single $ rating; reviews cite affordable prices, generous portions

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 15272 Fraser Highway, Surrey, V3R 3P4

community: Surrey

value: Non-Stop Pizza is a multi-location Indian-fusion pizza restaurant on Fraser Highway in Surrey, offering a broad menu spanning classic and specialty pizzas alongside tandoori items, biryani, wraps, and wings. The Fraser Highway location is one of at least three Lower Mainland outlets and serves both dine-in and delivery customers. Cyclists on this busy arterial corridor would find a wide range of vegetarian and meat options available for a sit-down or takeaway meal.

value: Non-Stop Pizza

detail: Website menu includes dedicated 'VEG SPECIALITIES' and 'VEGGIE PIZZAS' product categories, plus a 'Veggie Wrap' item

confidence: medium

signal: cuisine=pizza


community: Burnaby

value: The Dining Commons is Capilano University's main on-campus cafeteria in North Vancouver, housed in a two-storey building serving the university community. It is listed under CapU's student services as the primary food and dining destination on campus. Cyclists in the North Shore area may find it a convenient stop given its location on an established university campus.

value: Dining Commons

signal: university cafeteria; under $15


blurb: Community rec centre near Douglas Park.

community: Langley

value: Douglas Recreation Centre is a municipally operated community centre in the Township of Langley, BC. As a public recreation facility, it likely serves as a hub for fitness and community programming in the Lower Mainland's Fraser Valley region. Touring cyclists passing through the area may find it a useful stop, though specific amenities could not be confirmed from available sources.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: yes

planning: check-ahead

theme: recreation

value: Douglas Recreation Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal rec centre; thin record.


value: 3267 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2C7

category: Accommodation

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Qualicum Beach House is a family-run beachfront vacation property on Vancouver Island's premier walk-on waterfront, offering three self-contained suites (Brant, Heron, and Eagle) that can be rented individually or combined for up to 10 guests. The property sits along the Strait of Georgia and provides direct coastal access with kayaks and floaty toys available for guests. It is within walking distance of restaurants and trails, and is well-positioned as a base for exploring the Island.

value: Qualicum Beach House

detail: Laundry explicitly listed for Brant Suite ('fully equipped kitchen, laundry') and Heron Suite ('newly fully equipped kitchen, laundry')

detail: Website states the property is 'within walking distance to popular restaurants.'

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: $565/night whole house across 3 suites; per-suite ~$190

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: family-run beachfront vacation property... direct coastal access with kayaks and floaty toys


value: Enderby, BC

price_label: Basic

community: Enderby

value: An Indigenous-owned campground on the Shuswap River in central Enderby, offering 15 tent sites with full amenities — showers, laundry, camp store, kayak rentals — backed by the Enderby Cliffs; a social, activity-oriented stop with karaoke and movie nights rather than a quiet retreat.

google_place_id: ChIJaZVHdymKflMRyuXCnOnF-dA

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Quilakwa RV & Campground

ownership: Private

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned...showers, laundry, camp store


character: utilitarian

energy: restorative

community: Kelly Lake

value: A small free rec site with 4 pads tucked along the Red Willow River in the Peace Country, reached via a short FSR spur off Hwy 52; no confirmed amenities and a remote feel.

value: Redwillow River


community: Kent

value: Hicks Lake sits within Sasquatch Park's pocket-lake landscape north of Harrison Hot Springs, offering a sandy beach, warm-water swimming, and easy canoeing amid birch and second-growth forest; swimmer's itch is occasionally present in summer.

value: Hicks Lake Provincial Campground

wow_evidence: sandy beach, warm-water swimming... 72 sites in a scenic location near Harrison Hot Springs


bike_access: hard

community: Nuchatlitz

value: Oldham Beach Recreation Site


value: 4501 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, V5C 0B3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (32 spaces, covered) at 30m; rack (6 spaces) at 40m; stands (22 spaces, covered) at 89m. Total: 60 spaces.

category: Groceries

value: Express News Convenience is a BC-born convenience store franchise founded in 1998, now operating 30+ locations across British Columbia. This Burnaby location sits at unit P25-04 on Lougheed Highway — the compact store format (typically 200–1,500 sq ft) is intentionally placed in high-traffic hubs like SkyTrain stations and malls for quick, in-and-out stops. Cyclists can expect grab-and-go essentials: cold drinks, fresh bean-to-cup coffee, snacks, sandwiches, pastries, and lottery tickets.

value: Express News

detail: Website specifically mentions 'fresh bean-to-cup coffee, sandwiches & pastries' as grab-and-go food

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 8 228 Schoolhouse St, Coquitlam BC V3K 6V7

community: Coquitlam

value: Morning Tide Eatery is a modern brunch spot in Coquitlam, owned by a local Tri-Cities couple who wanted to bring quality, creative brunch to the suburbs without the long city drives and waits. The menu blends classic brunch staples with Asian-inspired touches, including a house-made longanisa (sweet Filipino pork patty) sandwich with atchara, alongside eggs benedict, loaded bowls, and fried chicken. The restaurant is located within a bowling alley complex, lending it an unexpected and memorable setting.

value: Morning Tide Eatery

detail: Menu labels plant-based bowl with 'V' (vegan), gluten-free options noted with 'GF' throughout, and gluten-free English muffin available as a substitution

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: Entrees mostly $20–25, casual sit-down brunch restaurant

detail: Washrooms confirmed on-site but only accessible through the adjacent bowling alley, per the contact page

wow_evidence: owned by a local Tri-Cities couple


value: 314-5000 Canoe Pass Way, Delta, BC V4M 0B3

community: Tsawwassen

value: Big Orange is a BC-born bubble tea franchise that first opened at Metrotown Mall in Burnaby in 1996 and has since grown to more than 30 locations across Canada, the US, and Malaysia. The Tsawwassen Mills outlet offers fresh fruit bubble teas, smoothies, slushes, ice cream drinks, waffles, and freshly squeezed juices — a solid cold-drink stop for cyclists passing through the Tsawwassen/Delta area. It operates as a takeout-focused counter inside the Tsawwassen Mills shopping centre.

value: Big Orange

ownership: Buy BC (chain)


value: 265 Blackburn Road, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2B8

blurb: Small forest nature reserve on north Salt Spring Island.

community: Fernwood

value: North View Nature Reserve is a 7.2-hectare protected area on Salt Spring Island, managed by the Salt Spring Island Conservancy and donated to conservation in 2008. The reserve features a mix of coastal Douglas-fir forest, hardwoods, and restored areas once clear-cut and now being replanted with native species to remove invasive Scotch Broom. Touring cyclists stopping on Salt Spring Island can walk the full trail network in about half an hour to an hour, making it a short, accessible nature detour.

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: North View Nature Reserve

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Small conservancy reserve under restoration on Salt Spring.


community: Logan Lake

value: Small free rec site on Calling Lake, reached via the Pimainus and Calling FSRs with access that can be rough; primarily a fishing base camp for nearby Big Ok (Island Lake), with 4 sites and basic washrooms.

value: Calling Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: 4 sites and basic washrooms


value: 994 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton, V2A 1C1

community: Penticton

value: Elma is a Turkish-inspired waterfront restaurant on Lake Okanagan in Penticton, owned and operated by Michael and Ayse Barluk, blending traditional Turkish culinary techniques with local Okanagan ingredients and imported Turkish décor. The shareable-plate menu evolves seasonally, and the restaurant runs an immersive Regional Dinner Series exploring distinct culinary regions of Türkiye. A second-floor event space with lake views is available for private bookings.

value: Elma

detail: Menu page lists dedicated labels: (ve) vegan, (v) vegetarian, (gf) gluten free, (df) dairy free, (nf) nut free, with many dishes marked accordingly and a note that some dishes 'may be modified vegan'

signal: Brunch pides & mains $18-24, Turkish-inspired casual sit-down with shareable plates

wow_evidence: blending traditional Turkish culinary techniques with local Okanagan ingredients... Regional Dinner Series exploring distinct culinary regions of Türkiye


value: 19705 Fraser Highway, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 27m; stands (8 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 71m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Chachi's

origin: chain


community: Fort St James

value: Subway

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: Alberni-Clayoquot, BC V0R 3A0, Canada

blurb: Hike-in WWII bomber wreck near Radar Hill; climb inside the intact fuselage.

community: Tofino

value: The Canso Bomber Crash Site preserves the remarkably intact wreckage of RCAF Canso 11007, a WWII-era flying boat that crashed on a hillside shortly after takeoff on February 12, 1945. The 5km return trail from Radar Hill passes through a notoriously muddy bog, a creepy abandoned wartime building, and a bomb-crater pond before reaching the fuselage, which visitors can climb into and inspect. It is one of the most unusual and historically evocative hikes on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

facet_confidence: low

theme: history

value: Canso Bomber Crash Site

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Hiking trail with no admission fee mentioned

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Intact WWII Canso wreck reached by a 5 km bog hike from Radar Hill — you can climb into the fuselage; the story at dinner.


value: 710 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 4m; rack (10 spaces) at 10m; wide_stands (16 spaces) at 32m; bollard (2 spaces, covered) at 62m; bollard (2 spaces, covered) at 65m. Total: 40 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Rudi is a Victoria restaurant that channels the owner's west coast upbringing and international travels into an evolving, craft-driven menu — described as discovering a personal culinary identity rather than replicating tradition. The restaurant operates both a daytime express concept and evening dinner service, and can host group events for up to 70 guests.

value: Rudi

signal: craft-driven, multi-course dinners + daytime express; ~$25-40pp


value: 1012 Victoria St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2C4

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Kamloops

value: Bicycle Cafe is a full-service bike shop in Kamloops, BC, located in a region celebrated as the birthplace of aggressive Interior mountain biking. With over 20 years serving the community, they welcome all riders and bikes — from recreational tourers to competitive racers — and carry bikes, apparel, and accessories from top industry brands. A touring cyclist will find an experienced workshop team capable of handling everything from quick tune-ups to full overhauls.

value: Bicycle Cafe

detail: Service menu lists 'E Bike Classic Tune Up' and 'E Bike Update and Diagnostic' (Bosch, Specialized, Giant, Shimano, Fazua systems only); throttle e-bikes explicitly excluded: 'We don't work on throttle e-bikes'

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: full-service bike shop in Kamloops... over 20 years serving the community


value: On the Run


value: 19982 56 Avenue, Langley, V3A 3X9

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


community: Shelter Bay

value: Small BC Parks campground on Upper Arrow Lake in the Kootenays, sitting close to the free Shelter Bay–Galena Bay ferry crossing; washrooms and potable water on site, but no services outside the operating season.

value: Shelter Bay Campground


value: 300 Riverside Dr, Penticton, BC V2A 9C9, Canada

google_place_id: ChIJNUmGKhNiglQRVcZDOeCwoYI

value: Cob's Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


community: Mission

value: Mucho Burrito

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'mucho burrito'


value: 3025 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, V3B 6S2

value: COBS Bread

signal: chain 'cobs bread'


character: destination

community: McCalls Landing

value: A volunteer-built climbers' base camp at the end of 34 miles of the Goat Lake Mainline in the Eldred Valley, serving as the launch point for Psyche Slab, Caragdur, and other major rock walls. Free and remote with no listed amenities — carry all water and supplies.

value: Colin Arthur Dionne Memorial Climbers Camp

wow_evidence: volunteer-built climbers' base camp...launch point for Psyche Slab, Caragdur, and other major rock walls


value: 807 Fort Street, Victoria BC, V8W 1H6

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (6 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; rack (5 spaces) at 78m; stands (8 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Original Pho is a family-run Vietnamese eatery on Fort Street in downtown Victoria, known for long-simmered pho broths layered with toasted spices and grilled proteins finished to order. Nearly every item is made from scratch — herbs and garnishes prepped fresh daily, bowls finished tableside — earning it a loyal local following. Cyclists can dine in or order pickup and delivery from a broad menu spanning pho, vermicelli, rice plates, and iced coffee.

value: Original Pho

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian Dishes' category

signal: Pho mains $18–22; sit-down pho shop

wow_evidence: the Langford branch... the Victoria location


value: 5500 Alaska Highway, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0

blurb: Fort Nelson's rec centre: 25-metre pool, leisure pool, and climbing wall.

community: Fort Nelson

value: A municipal recreation centre in Fort Nelson on the Alaska Highway, serving as the community hub for sports, fitness, and aquatic activities. Facilities include a 25-metre lane pool, a leisure pool, a climbing wall, and a dry pad for court sports. For touring cyclists on the remote Alaska Highway corridor, this is one of the few full-service recreation facilities for hundreds of kilometres.

dwell: half

value: Northern Rockies Regional Recreation Centre

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Full rec centre with 25 m pool, leisure pool, climbing wall — the after-ride stop for hundreds of Alaska Highway kilometres.


blurb: Million-light Christmas festival each November and December.

community: Langley

value: Glow Gardens Langley is a large-scale outdoor Christmas light festival held annually from late November through December at a former greenhouse site in Langley, BC. Founded in 2017, the festival features over a million lights arranged in themed immersive lands, a Merry Makers Market with artisan vendors, gourmet food trucks, and live entertainment. Each year brings a new narrative theme — making it a destination-worthy seasonal attraction in the Fraser Valley.

label: Christmas lights season

months: November December

season: winter

setting: mixed

theme: art-culture

value: Glow Gardens Langley

detail: Website lists 'Gourmet food trucks offering mouthwatering culinary delights' as a festival highlight

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Adult ticket $19.99 + $4 fees = ~$24

wow_evidence: Large annual Christmas light festival (over a million lights) — seasonal Nov–Dec attraction.


value: 20727 Willoughby Town Centre Drive, Langley, BC V2Y1X1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 37m; bollard (2 spaces) at 39m; bollard (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: HiFive Chicken is a BC-born fast food chain founded in Vancouver in 2016 that has expanded to over 11 locations across the province. The Langley location sits in Willoughby Town Centre and serves roasted and fried chicken in multiple formats, from personal meals to family party packs. Touring cyclists will find a full menu of hot food including sandwiches, sides, and desserts, with both in-store and online ordering available.

value: HiFive Chicken

detail: 'Boxed Lunch' is listed as a distinct menu category alongside the School Lunch Program

detail: Website prominently features 'Order Online' and in-store ordering; limited-time deal copy references visiting in-store

detail: Menu lists a 'Veggie Sandwich' with a veggie patty, lettuce, tomato, onion rings, and mayo on a toasted bun

signal: $5 chicken deal; fast-food chain


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 63m.

community: Prince Rupert

value: Safeway

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 2136 Keating Cross Road

community: Central Saanich

value: Brentwood Cycle is a locally owned and operated bike shop that has served the Greater Victoria area for over 40 years, situated in Brentwood Bay just minutes from the Lochside Trail to Swartz Bay and the Mount Work trail network. The shop carries a broad range of bikes (mountain, gravel, urban, electric, dirt jump, kids) alongside a full accessories and apparel selection, with an in-house service department staffed by experienced technicians. Its location near a major multi-use trail corridor and ferry terminus makes it a natural stop for touring cyclists passing through the Saanich Peninsula.

value: Brentwood Cycle

detail: Services page explicitly states: 'From high-end road bikes and full-suspension mountain bikes to e-bikes, our team has the expertise to keep your bike in top condition.'

detail: 'Same Day Service Turn-around' and 'Book a Service Appointment Same Day Turn-Around!' prominently featured on the front page

detail: Same Day Service Turn-around

detail: At Brentwood Cycle, we offer both walk-in and online booking. We offer same day repair for scheduled appointments.

tier: accredited


value: 1357 Powell Street, V5L 1G8

community: Vancouver

value: Powell Brewery is a craft brewery and tasting room situated on Powell Street in East Vancouver's Strathcona neighbourhood, a well-trafficked cycling corridor. The brewery produces a focused lineup of house beers ranging from the award-winning Old Jalopy Classic Pale Ale to the locally inspired Dive Bomb Smooth Dark Ale. Touring cyclists passing through East Vancouver can stop in to sample fresh-poured pints in a neighbourhood setting.

value: Powell Brewery Tasting Room

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: award-winning Old Jalopy Classic Pale Ale... well-trafficked cycling corridor


value: 8460 Alexandra Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 47m.

community: Richmond

value: Yang's Dumpling

confidence: low

signal: Yang's dumplings; ~$13-20pp


value: 5605 Kingsway, Burnaby, V5H 2G4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 37m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Denny's Kingsway is a 24-hours-a-day Canadian diner franchise along the busy Kingsway corridor in Burnaby, close to Metropolis at Metrotown. The menu spans all-day breakfast, burgers, skillets, and comfort dinners, offering a reliable and familiar refueling option for cyclists at any hour. Dine-in, takeout, and delivery are all available at this location.

value: Denny's

detail: Website does not itemize dietary categories but confirms a diverse menu. Vegan options confirmed absent

signal: chain 'denny'

detail: Full-service dine-in restaurant. Website does not explicitly mention washrooms

wow_evidence: 24-hours-a-day Canadian diner franchise


value: 208 East Columbia Street, New Westminster

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands at 18m; stands at 24m; stands at 36m; rack at 56m; rack at 65m; rack at 66m; rack at 72m; rack at 73m; rack at 81m.

community: New Westminster

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'


value: 1645 E 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5N 1A8, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; rack at 72m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 87m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Vancouver Fresh Mart is a supermarket rebranded from SuperValu. It operates as a typical grocery store for resupply during cycling tours.

value: Vancouver Fresh Mart


blurb: Lake Cowichan's community sports arena.

community: Lake Cowichan

value: The Cowichan Lake Sports Arena is a multi-sport community recreation centre in Lake Cowichan, operated by the Cowichan Valley Regional District. Situated near the lake in a region popular with cycling tourists exploring the Cowichan Valley, it serves as the main indoor recreation hub for the community. As a regional district facility it likely hosts ice, court, and fitness activities, though specific offerings could not be confirmed from available web content.

value: Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

wow_evidence: Regional arena; standard rec band.


value: 2164 McNeill Ave., Victoria, BC V8S 4N7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 5m.

community: Oak Bay

value: Demitasse is a family-run café, kitchen, and garden centre nestled in Oak Bay, combining carefully sourced organic fair-trade espresso with handcrafted daily food — burgers, house-made pizzas, inspired salads, and fresh baked goods. The quaint property doubles as a specialty garden centre featuring rare and unusual plants, giving it a distinct charm among Victoria's coffee stops. Locals and visitors alike are drawn to its cheerful outdoor garden seating and constantly rotating seasonal menu.

value: Demitasse Cafe

detail: Website explicitly states 'We are open Monday through Saturday 8am to 6pm for take out.' Kitchen page notes food is available 'to enjoy at home.'

detail: Customer review on the kitchen/café pages states 'non-dairy, gluten-free… and all the above!' Website also notes locally sourced organic ingredients and plant-based menu items (salads, kale caesar, Chana Masala, lemongrass coconut tofu)

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: family-run café, kitchen, and garden centre … specialty garden centre featuring rare and unusual plants … cheerful outdoor garden seating


value: 4745 Sleepy Hollow Road, Cultus Lake, V2R4Y2

price_band: basic

community: Cultus Lake

value: A Soowahlie First Nation campground nestled between Sweltzer Creek and the Vedder River under old-growth cedar, with a family atmosphere and flush facilities; access is via a short downhill gravel road, and the site runs May through Labour Day only.

value: Sweltzer Creek Campground


value: P.O. Box 4731, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0

community: Bear Lake

value: Steelhead Valhalla Lodge is a remote wilderness fishing lodge situated on the banks of the Sustut River in Northern BC, accessible only by floatplane from Smithers. The operation centers on guided steelhead fishing with jet boats on the lower 18 miles of the Sustut, with five hand-hewn log cabins (built in the 1950s, fully renovated in 2017-2018) each featuring a private bathroom, wood stove, and river views. The lodge runs a full from-scratch culinary program and maintains a repeat booking rate of nearly 95% among its fishing clientele.

value: Steelhead Valhalla Lodge

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Premium fishing lodge: helicopter access, on-site chef, full renovations, luxury positioning

subcategory: Resort


value: 228 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2G1

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 36m; rack (3 spaces) at 42m; rack (3 spaces) at 48m; rack (3 spaces) at 51m; rack (3 spaces) at 55m; rack (3 spaces) at 58m; rack (3 spaces) at 66m; rack (3 spaces) at 74m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 29 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Tsukiji Kitchen is a grab-and-go seafood kitchen and community hub on lower Lonsdale in North Vancouver, opened December 2025 and run by Takuya Hikita, a former Tsukiji Market auctioneer with a marine biology background and a mandate to promote sustainable BC seafood. The Ocean Wellness Bowls pair Japanese-sourced seaweed and salmon roe with locally sourced BC proteins such as salmon, shrimp, and scallop. The space also includes a coffee corner and a second-floor event room used for cultural programming and community gatherings.

value: Tsukiji Kitchen

detail: Multiple menu items (Ocean Wellness Bowls A, B, C) are labeled Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free on the menu page

signal: grab-and-go seafood bowls $15; ~$14-16


value: 18710 Fraser Highway, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 3000 Sexsmith Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 4K9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 70m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Foody World is a large-format Chinese supermarket spanning roughly 60,000 sq ft with ten departments and over 40,000 product varieties, offering a comprehensive one-stop grocery experience. Originally founded in 2001 and headquartered in Toronto, this Richmond BC location operates under its own website and serves the broader Metro Vancouver area. Touring cyclists will find an unusually wide selection of Asian and mainstream groceries at a single stop open every day of the year.

value: Foody World

wow_evidence: large-format Chinese supermarket spanning roughly 60,000 sq ft with ten departments and over 40,000 product varieties … open every day of the year


community: Maple Ridge

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 5152 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 20m; stands at 85m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Sushi Oyama is a Japanese restaurant on Kingsway in Burnaby offering a broad menu of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, rolls, donburi, noodles, and hot pot. The restaurant emphasises globally sourced fresh ingredients and precision-crafted rolls. Online ordering is available for takeout.

value: Sushi Oyama

signal: sushi/Japanese, affordable; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: Japanese Restaurant in Burnaby


value: 9899 Austin Road, V3J 1N4

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 7m; bollard (2 spaces) at 8m; bollard (2 spaces) at 8m; bollard (2 spaces) at 9m; bollard (2 spaces) at 13m; bollard (2 spaces) at 15m; bollard (2 spaces) at 16m; bollard (2 spaces) at 16m; bollard (2 spaces) at 17m; bollard (2 spaces) at 18m; bollard (2 spaces) at 28m; bollard (2 spaces) at 29m; bollard (2 spaces) at 58m; bollard (2 spaces) at 59m; bollard (2 spaces) at 60m; bollard (2 spaces) at 61m; bollard (2 spaces) at 62m; bollard (2 spaces) at 90m; bollard (2 spaces) at 90m; bollard (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: PriceSmart Foods is a British Columbia supermarket chain known for competitive pricing and a wide selection of fresh produce, deli items, bakery goods, and prepared meals. The Austin Road location serves the Coquitlam area and stocks a broad range of everyday grocery staples that touring cyclists can use to restock. The chain also offers ready-made deli meals, which can be convenient for cyclists looking for a quick, substantial meal.

value: PriceSmart Foods


value: 8605 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby

value: Quesada


blurb: Gwa'sa̱la-'Nak̓waxda'x̱w-owned fishing charters and Nakwakto Rapids cultural tours.

community: Port Hardy

value: K'awat'si Charters is a wholly Indigenous-owned and operated fishing charter company based in Port Hardy on Vancouver Island's north coast, rooted in the traditions of the Gwa'sa̱la-'Nak̓waxda'x̱w Nations. The company offers guided salmon and halibut fishing adventures in small groups of up to four guests, alongside cultural experiences such as the Nakwakto Rapids and Cultural Tour. A touring cyclist passing through Port Hardy could add a memorable ocean excursion to their trip, with local transportation available from Kwa'lilas Hotel.

dwell: day

label: Pacific salmon run

months: July August September

theme: adventure

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

value: k'awat'si Tours

origin: manual

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: One-day fishing charter starting at $1695 for 1–3 guests

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned (Gwa'sa̱la-'Nak̓waxda'x̱w, KEDC) charter + cultural tours incl. Nakwakto Rapids. Established cultural/wildlife operator ladder 2/3.


community: Nanaimo


value: #163-2111 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 6W6

community: Penticton

value: Originally known as Cherry Lane Liquor Store, this Penticton location now operates as Angry Otter Liquor under the Otter Co-op, a locally-owned cooperative with stores across BC. Situated on Main Street in Penticton, it is conveniently positioned for cyclists passing through the Okanagan. Stock options would include cold beverages suitable for touring riders, though no cycling-specific amenities have been confirmed.

value: Angry Otter Liquor @ Cherry Lane

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: Smithe Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (6 spaces) at 96m. Total: 18 spaces.


value: Winners


value: Duffy Lake, Thompson-Nicola, BC V1S 2A5, Canada

community: Six Mile Ranch

value: A 54-site forest recreation site on Duffy Lake on Greenstone Mountain, south of Cherry Creek; access is via the Dairy Lake FSR, making it a rough but manageable ride to a calm lakeside stopover.

value: Duffy Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: calm lakeside stopover


value: 101 West Cordova Street, Vancouver, V6B 1E1

value: La Casita is a family-founded Mexican restaurant that has been a fixture in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood since 2004, tracing its roots to a Powell River original opened in 1990. The kitchen is known for hand-made Tex-Mex staples — from Steak Tampiquena and chiles rellenos to house-made horchata and margaritas — drawing a loyal local following. Its corner location at West Cordova and Abbott, steps from Waterfront Station and both Rogers Arena and BC Place, makes it a practical and lively refuelling stop for cyclists riding through downtown Vancouver.

value: La Casita

detail: Website states: 'Are you vegetarian, vegan, have some allergies? At La Casita, that is not a problem, please ask our staff and they will be happy to help you.'

signal: Tex-Mex, burrito $9 happy hour; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: family-founded Mexican restaurant... fixture in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood since 2004


value: #115-5508 Hollybridge Way, Richmond, BC V7C 4N3

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; rack at 64m; rack at 66m; rack at 75m; rack at 77m; rack at 84m; rack at 92m; rack at 99m.

value: Sushi Mura is a Japanese sushi restaurant chain founded in Vancouver in 2012, with the Richmond branch situated in the Hollybridge Way commercial area. The restaurant emphasizes daily-delivered fresh fish and authentic Japanese recipes, offering a broad menu spanning rolls, sashimi, nigiri, tempura, and cooked entrees. It is part of a growing multi-location franchise across Metro Vancouver, making it a recognizable and consistent stop for a sit-down or takeout meal.

value: Sushi Mura

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items tagged 'Veggie' including Veggie Wakame (seaweed salad), Vegetable Tempura, Vegetable Sunomono, Edamame, and Gomae (spinach with peanut dressing)

signal: sushi chain, dine-in/delivery; ~$15-25pp


value: 1821A Canyon St, Creston, BC V0B 1G5

community: Creston

value: Basasak is a Korean chicken restaurant in Creston serving a range of Korean-inspired dishes including sauced and fried chicken in multiple styles, rice and noodle bowls, burgers, and poutine. The restaurant offers both brunch and dinner service and accepts online orders for pickup. It is one of the few Korean dining options in the Creston Valley, making it a distinctive stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Basasak

detail: Menu includes Crispy Tofu, Bibim-Bob (Korean mixed rice bowl), and Japchae (sweet potato starch noodles) as vegetarian-compatible items

signal: Mains $16.50–$26.95, most clustered $19–23


value: 8780 Riverside Drive, Grand Forks, V0H 1H0

community: Grand Forks

value: Noble House Suites is a two-room boutique bed & breakfast perched on the bank of the Granby River in Grand Forks, offering a Romance Room with a king bed and wheelchair accessibility and a Daly Room with two queen beds, each with an electric fireplace and soaker tub. Guests have full access to shared amenities including a hot tub, movie theater, full kitchen, and laundry facilities, and the property backs onto riverside walking trails. Hosts Sean and Kathy Noble also operate an on-site confectionery, Noble House Sweets, whose treats are offered to overnight guests.

value: Noble House Suites

detail: Website states guests enjoy full access to laundry facilities on site

signal: Boutique positioning, hot tub, soaker tubs, fireplaces, premium amenities

wow_evidence: full access to shared amenities including a hot tub … and laundry facilities


value: 14902 104 Avenue, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 55m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Mar Mac Grocery is a neighbourhood convenience and grocery store located in Surrey, BC. Verified active as recently as April 2024 via OSM check, it offers a local stop for touring cyclists passing through the 104 Avenue corridor. As a convenience-format grocery, it likely carries everyday essentials useful for restocking on a ride.

value: Mar Mac Grocery


value: 1039 Marine Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1S6, Canada

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: Unit E125, Abbotsford, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 68m; stands (4 spaces) at 73m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: The Canadian Brewhouse is a large Canadian sports-bar chain with a sit-down restaurant and full bar, known for oversized portions and a lively atmosphere centred on live sports viewing. The Abbotsford location occupies a second-floor unit (layer 2 per OSM), placing it in a mall or mixed-use complex. It replaced a previous Irish pub (Ceili's Modern Irish Pub) on the same site.

value: The Canadian Brewhouse & Grill

signal: Canadian Brewhouse sports-bar chain; ~$18-26pp


value: 8440 112 Street, Delta, V4C 4W9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 51m; rack at 81m.

blurb: North Delta's public library branch.

community: Delta

value: George Mackie Library is a public branch of the Fraser Valley Regional Library system, serving the North Delta community. It offers computers and printing, digital library resources, programming, and a broad collection of materials. As a free public facility, it provides a welcoming indoor rest space for touring cyclists moving through the Delta area.

value: George Mackie Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 145 Lakeview Park Road, Burton, V0G 1E0

community: Burton

value: Treed, family-oriented campground sitting directly on the Arrow Lakes shore near Burton, BC, with sandy beaches, a boat launch, and full modern washrooms with showers; reached by paved Highway 6 then a short run down Lakeview Park Road, open May 1–October 15.

value: Burton Historical Park Campground

wow_evidence: showers, water hook-ups, a dish washing station, 30-amp electrical at 21 of 37 sites


value: Rosser Avenue, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 41m; stands (6 spaces) at 68m; stands (8 spaces) at 73m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 88m; rack (10 spaces) at 99m. Total: 48 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: CuppaJoe Coffee Roasters is a Vancouver-area specialty micro-roaster with over 25 years of experience crafting small-batch, hand-roasted coffees using traditional drum roasters and responsibly sourced beans. The Burnaby location at Madison Centre near Brentwood offers a full coffee bar experience with indoor seating. The company operates on third-wave principles — transparency in sourcing and intentional roasting — and supplies cafes and restaurants throughout the Lower Mainland.

value: Cuppajoe Coffee Roasters

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: specialty micro-roaster with over 25 years of experience... supplies cafes and restaurants throughout the Lower Mainland


value: #5A - 2042 Mills Road, V8L5X4

community: Sidney

value: A wine shop located in Sidney on the Saanich Peninsula. The business operates as a wine retailer serving the local community and passing cyclists.

value: Peninsula U Brew Winery

signal: U-Brew / wine retail, not a dining venue


value: 8045 204 Street, Langley, Y2Y2A9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (6 spaces) at 39m; bollard (4 spaces) at 53m; bollard (4 spaces) at 55m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Mary Brown's is a 100% Canadian-owned fast-food chain founded in 1969, specializing in hand-cut, hand-breaded fresh chicken and hand-crafted potato taters made from whole Canadian-grown potatoes. This Langley location offers takeout service and is part of nearly 300 locations coast-to-coast. It's a straightforward hot-meal stop for a touring cyclist passing through the 204 Street corridor.

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'


value: 2650 Tofino-Ucluelet Hwy, Ucluelet, BC

price_band: premium

community: Ucluelet

value: A forested campground on Vancouver Island's wild west coast midway between Ucluelet and Tofino, with private wooded sites, a hot tub, sauna, and on-site surf school — not on the beach but a short drive to Pacific Rim's surf breaks. Open April to mid-October only.

value: Surf Junction Campground

wow_evidence: Backpacker sites (no cars, 2 people max) serve as hiker/biker sites... free hot showers, laundry, covered cooking areas


value: 583 Main Street, V6A 2V1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 49m.

community: Vancouver

value: Virtuous Pie is an exclusively vegan restaurant in Vancouver's Chinatown serving pizza and ice cream. Opened in 2016, it offers plant-based casual dining.

value: Virtuous Pie

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: exclusively vegan restaurant in Vancouver's Chinatown serving pizza and ice cream, Opened in 2016


value: Organic Warehouse is a supermarket in Tsawwassen. While specific amenities could not be verified, it serves as a potential resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Organic Warehouse


value: Mile 122, John Hart Hwy, Fraser-Fort George G, BC V0J 2C0, Canada

community: Azouzetta

value: Café 97 is a roadside cafe at Azouzetta Lake Lodge, tucked into the Pine Pass along Highway 97 near Powder King Mountain Resort in Northern BC. It serves homemade comfort food — burgers, baked goods, and donuts — and bills itself as offering the best customer service in the Pine Pass. For a touring cyclist grinding through a remote stretch of Hwy 97, it is one of the very few food stops in this corridor.

value: Cafe 97

wow_evidence: one of the very few food stops in this corridor; WIFI available


value: 19868 Langley Bypass, Langley, V3A 4Y1

value: Everything Wine is a BC-based specialty alcohol retailer offering an extensive selection of wine, beer, cider, and spirits from around the world, with a particular emphasis on wine education and food pairing. The Langley Bypass location is part of a provincial chain known for knowledgeable staff, wine consultations, and curated buyers-picks programs. Touring cyclists exploring the Fraser Valley wine corridor could stop here to pick up local BC wines or other provisions for the road.

value: Everything Wine

detail: Alcohol retail store only; no food preparation or lunch service indicated

signal: Specialty alcohol retail chain, not a dining venue

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: BC-based specialty alcohol retailer... Langley Bypass location is part of a provincial chain known for knowledgeable staff, wine consultations


value: San Josef Main Fsr, Holberg, British Columbia, Canada

blurb: Homestead garden of exotic trees carved from rainforest near Cape Scott's wagon road.

community: Elephant Crossing

value: Ronning's Garden is a heritage garden carved from BC's northern rainforest by Norwegian homesteader Bernt Ronning, who established his homestead here in 1910 near the terminus of the old San Josef Wagon Road and filled it with exotic plants ordered from around the world. The garden is renowned for hosting one of the oldest and largest Monkey Puzzle trees in British Columbia. Maintained today by a small group of volunteers and free to enter, it is a remarkable off-the-beaten-path destination for cyclists exploring the Cape Scott region of Vancouver Island North, reached by a ten-minute walk along a restored section of the historic wagon road.

label: Spring blooms

months: March April May

value: Ronning's Garden

signal: Website states: 'There is no admission to enter the garden'

wow_evidence: Century-old homestead garden of exotic plantings in the northern rainforest, famed for giant monkey puzzle trees; beloved north-island oddity.


value: 1520 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, V7V 1H8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (4 spaces) at 98m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: A smoothie and juice cafe on West Vancouver's Marine Drive offering quick refreshment for cyclists and locals. The business operates on a pickup model with indoor seating, making it a convenient stop for touring cyclists in a hurry.

value: The Anchor Eatery

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 361 Ridge Drive, Clearwater, V0E 1N0

community: Clearwater

value: A full-service lakeside RV resort on spring-fed Dutch Lake in Clearwater, with flush toilets, showers, an on-site restaurant, and dock access for swimming, fishing, and paddling; note there are no dedicated tent sites — cyclists must book a full-hookup RV pad. Open April to October, four minutes from Wells Gray Provincial Park.

value: Dutch Lake Resort & RV Park

wow_evidence: dock access for swimming, fishing, and paddling... spring-fed Dutch Lake


value: 168 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T3

blurb: Chinatown museum of Chinese Canadian stories; head tax certificates, interactive exhibits.

value: The Chinatown Storytelling Centre is a cultural museum operated by the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, housed in a historic Bank of Montreal building at the corner of Main and Pender Streets in Vancouver's Chinatown. It documents the stories of Chinese Canadians through artifacts, historic photographs, head tax certificates, and interactive exhibits celebrating their contributions to building Vancouver and Canada. The centre also includes Foo Hung Curios, an in-house shop featuring contemporary work by Chinese Canadian designers and artists.

value: Chinatown Storytelling Centre

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: Adult admission $18.00 clearly listed on pricing page

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Real museum in historic bank building — head tax certificates, interactive Chinese Canadian exhibits; regional reference, sibling to national-scope Chinese Canadian Museum.


value: Suite 99 - 1000 Rancher Creek Rd, Osoyoos, B.C., Canada V0H 1V6

community: Osoyoos

value: Swiws Spirit Tours is an Osoyoos-based tour operator offering guided wine tours through the Oliver-Osoyoos wine region and Indigenous cultural tours led by members of the Osoyoos Indian Band (syilx nation). Their Spotted Lake tour departs from the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre and includes a guided walk and a snakes-alive show. For a touring cyclist looking to explore the South Okanagan's wineries without pedalling, this company offers pick-up and drop-off at local accommodations.

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Swiws Spirit Tours

signal: Guided wine/cultural tour operator, not a dining venue


value: 9119 96A Street, Fort St. John, V1J 6X6

community: Fort St. John

value: Booster Juice

signal: chain 'booster juice'


value: 7160 Oliver Street, Mission, BC V2V 6K5

community: Mission

value: Mission Springs Brewing Company is one of BC's oldest craft brewhouses, opened in 1996 and operating a 10-barrel facility overlooking the Fraser River in Mission. The brewpub pairs its house-crafted beers — available on tap, in growlers, cans, and bottles — with a full pub menu served across three patios and a dining room. It is part of the Springs Group, which also runs an attached liquor store where cyclists can pick up beer to go.

value: Mission Springs Brewing

detail: Menu page includes a dedicated link: 'VIEW OUR VEGETARIAN/VEGAN/GF MENU'

signal: One of BC's oldest brewpubs, full pub menu

wow_evidence: one of BC's oldest craft brewhouses, opened in 1996… three patios and a dining room


value: 2041 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, V6J 1N3

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; rack (5 spaces) at 36m; rack (5 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 83m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (6 spaces) at 89m. Total: 35 spaces.

value: TurF is a three-in-one community space in the Kitsilano neighbourhood combining a fitness studio, a plant-forward bistro and cafe, and a boutique shop, operating since 2017. The bistro serves food and specialty coffee with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options, making it a natural stop on the popular West 4th Avenue cycling corridor. It has been featured by Elle Canada as one of Vancouver's best pilates studios, reflecting its wellness-oriented identity.

value: TurF

signal: plant-forward bistro/cafe (fitness studio); ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: three-in-one community space combining a fitness studio, a plant-forward bistro and cafe, and a boutique shop, operating since 2017


value: Homer Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 27m; bollard (2 spaces) at 30m; bollard (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 34m; bollard (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; bollard (2 spaces) at 49m; bollard (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m; bollard (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (10 spaces) at 82m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 84m; bollard (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (3 spaces) at 93m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Oakberry Acai

signal: Oakberry acai bowls; ~$9-14


community: 108 Mile Ranch

value: Rolling Hills is a full-service restaurant on Highway 97 in 108 Mile Ranch offering diverse cuisine options. The establishment provides outdoor seating and takeaway service, making it a convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through.

value: Rolling Hills

signal: cuisine=chicken

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: full-service restaurant on Highway 97


community: Vernon

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


value: 1535 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (5 spaces) at 30m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Farmer's Apprentice is a chef-driven Vancouver restaurant on West 6th Avenue built around consciously sourced, seasonal ingredients, with menus that shift frequently according to what the season and chefs' inspiration dictate. The relaxed dining room aims to make thoughtfully curated meals feel accessible rather than precious. The restaurant has a Wikipedia entry and regularly hosts special events designed to connect farmers, chefs, and diners in what it calls authentic community.

value: Farmer's Apprentice

signal: Accessible positioning, seasonal buzzwords, wine program; no menu prices available

wow_evidence: The restaurant has a Wikipedia entry


value: 5850 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: A high-end road cycling shop on Fraser Street in Vancouver specializing in premium brands like Pinarello, Cipollini, Cervelo, and Colnago. Beyond retail, they offer full bike service from basic tune-ups to complete overhauls, plus road bike rentals and EVOC bike bag and rack rentals — useful for cyclists flying in or needing travel gear. The shop describes itself as 'riders first,' focused on precision and treating every bike with the same care as their own.

value: Veloholic Cycles

detail: EVOC Road Bike Bag Pro rental available; bag includes road bike stand, wheel bags, cockpit pad, side impact absorber

detail: High performance road bike rental; Giant TCR Advanced Pro 0 Di2 available in sizes S through L


value: 755 Richards Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 22m; stands (8 spaces) at 36m; stands (4 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (4 spaces) at 85m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (3 spaces) at 99m. Total: 49 spaces.

value: Fable Diner & Bar occupies the base of Vancouver's historic Lee Building on Richards Street, growing out of the farm-to-table tradition established by Fable Kitchen in Kitsilano in 2012. The kitchen crafts nearly everything from scratch using locally sourced BC ingredients, offering a menu that spans hearty breakfasts, eggs benedicts, smash burgers, and cocktails. Named among 2025's top brunch and lunch destinations in Vancouver, it provides a full sit-down dining experience in the heart of downtown.

value: Fable Diner & Bar

detail: Menu confirms multiple vegetarian items including Garden Salad (mixed greens, avocado, burrata, edamame), House Made Focaccia, Truffle Parm Fries, and Creamy Tomato Soup

signal: farm-to-table diner & bar, scratch; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: farm-to-table tradition... locally sourced BC ingredients... historic Lee Building on Richards Street


community: Mackenzie

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: RR1, 6661 Sooke Rd #107, Sooke, BC V9Z 0A1, Canada

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

community: Sooke

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 2630 Quadra Street, V8T 4E4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 80m; rack (covered) at 84m.

community: Victoria

value: Vietnamese restaurant serving pho and banh mi, located on Quadra Street in Victoria. A casual dining option for touring cyclists.

value: Alysa's Pho & Banh Mi

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


value: 1600 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2L9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (16 spaces) at 54m; stands (16 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Ancora False Creek is an upscale waterfront restaurant at False Creek in downtown Vancouver serving Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisine with a focus on sustainable Pacific Northwest seafood. Open since July 2015, it has earned repeated Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence and multiple appearances on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants list. The restaurant's coastal-inspired interior and outdoor patio overlook the False Creek waterfront, placing it directly on one of Vancouver's most popular cycling corridors.

value: Ancora

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: upscale waterfront Peruvian-Japanese, Wine Spectator/100 Best; ~$50-75pp


value: 9131 King Street, Fort Langley, BC V1M 2R6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 32m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 68m. Total: 9 spaces.

blurb: BC's largest collection of pioneer farm machinery and artifacts.

value: Located in historic Fort Langley, the BC Farm Museum houses the province's largest collection of pioneer and agricultural artifacts, tracing the development of farming in British Columbia from the 1800s onward. The volunteer-run museum features exhibits on tractors, steam engines, dairy equipment, beekeeping, and even a vintage Oakalla Prison Farm wagon. Fort Langley itself is a charming village along popular Fraser Valley cycling routes, making the museum a worthwhile stop for touring cyclists exploring the area.

value: BC Farm Museum

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: volunteer farm museum; admission ~$5-10

wow_evidence: Province's largest pioneer agricultural artifact collection, volunteer-run in Fort Langley.


community: Cowichan Bay

value: The Masthead Restaurant is a waterfront dining destination in Cowichan Bay on Vancouver Island, historically known for seafood and regional cuisine in a harbour-side setting. It sits along the Vancouver Crossing Loop route, making it a potential stop for touring cyclists exploring the Cowichan Valley. Its current operating status is unclear based on prominent closure notices on its website.

value: The Masthead Restaurant

signal: waterfront seafood/regional restaurant; ~$25-40pp

wow_evidence: CLOSURE Call Us!


category: Transport

source: manual

value: Free on-demand cable ferry operated by Western Pacific Marine under contract to the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit, crossing the Kootenay River on Highway 3A about 22.5 km west of Nelson to the community of Glade. Crossing takes about 3 minutes and the ferry runs on demand from 5 am to 2:20 am, no reservation needed. BC's Ministry of Transportation and Transit treats all inland ferries as an extension of the provincial highway system, mandated to accommodate all legal road users, including cyclists — bikes and e-bikes both ride free and unboxed.

value: Glade Cable Ferry

origin: transport

subcategory: Ferry


value: 206-4341 North Rd, Burnaby, BC V3N 4N3

community: Burnaby

value: Juillet Cafe is a specialty cafe established in July 2016 in the Lougheed neighbourhood of Burnaby, with a particular focus on premium matcha, hojicha, and espresso drinks alongside house-made pastries, cakes, and sandwiches. The cafe positions itself as a community hub, hosting events and workshops centred on coffee culture. For a touring cyclist, it offers a welcoming stop for quality drinks and baked goods with online pre-ordering available for pickup.

value: Juillet Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: specialty cafe… premium matcha, hojicha, and espresso drinks alongside house-made pastries


value: 8607 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 635 635 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, V1N 1G9

community: Castlegar

value: Kootenay Market is a supermarket located in Castlegar serving the local community with general groceries. It provides a practical resupply stop for touring cyclists passing through the region.

value: Kootenay Market


value: 860 Richards Street, Vancouver, V6B 3A7

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (3 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 80m; stands (3 spaces) at 84m; stands (8 spaces) at 87m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Kafka's Coffee is an independent Vancouver coffee roaster that sources beans directly from farmers and roasts them weekly in-house; the Richards Street 'in the Park' outpost sits at the corner of Smithe and Richards in the downtown core, serving locally roasted espresso, pour-overs, and freshly baked goods year-round in an urban green-space setting. The company actively supports local artists with rotating gallery exhibitions across its locations and runs a wholesale and franchising program. Cyclists passing through downtown Vancouver will find a community-focused café with both indoor and outdoor seating and a full all-day food menu.

value: Kafka's Coffee

detail: Park menu corroborates with items such as avocado toast (pickled onions, arugula, chili oil on sourdough or marble rye) and feel-good granola, supporting vegetarian and limited vegan options

wow_evidence: independent Vancouver coffee roaster that sources beans directly from farmers and roasts them weekly in-house; wholesale and franchising program


label: swimming and trout fishing

months: June July August

community: Port Renfrew

value: A treed lakeside rec site sitting directly on the Pacific Circle Route, with lake swimming, a stocked trout fishing dock, and a separated beach day-use area; cash only with on-site supervision.

value: Lizard Lake Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Shell

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 2082 Comox Ave, Comox, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 52m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Comox

value: SushiWara is a Japanese sushi restaurant on Comox Avenue in Comox on Vancouver Island, serving a range of Japanese dishes including vegetarian options. The restaurant offers online ordering with on-site dining and is wheelchair accessible, making it a practical stop for cyclists touring the Comox Valley.

value: SushiWara

detail: Website content does not explicitly contradict this

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

wow_evidence: online ordering with on-site dining


value: 9608 Knouff Lake Road, Heffley Creek, British Columbia V0E 1Z1, Canada

community: Cahilty

value: Knouff Lake Wilderness Resort is a historic 4-season resort established in 1904, situated on Knouff Lake roughly 45 minutes from Kamloops. 'Lake Side' is one of the resort's small rustic log cabins featuring a cast iron wood cook stove, propane heater, and basic kitchen amenities. The resort is accessed via 14.6 km of dirt road, making it extremely remote and better suited to motorized visitors than touring cyclists.

value: Lake Side

detail: Available at the Lodge only; limited data; no cell service on site so Wi-Fi calling is recommended

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: Knouff Lake small rustic cabin; ~$95-130, above rock-bottom line - banded with siblings

wow_evidence: accessed via 14.6 km of dirt road


value: 908 5th St, Courtenay, BC V9N 1L1

community: Courtenay

value: Appletree Market is a convenience store located at 908 5th Street on Vancouver Island. It sits in the Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands region, an area popular with cycle tourists on multi-day tours. No further details about the store's offerings or character could be verified due to a website mismatch.

value: Appletree Market


community: Maple Ridge

value: McDonald's

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 501 Canada Avenue, Downtown Duncan, BC

community: North Cowichan

value: Coffee on the Moon is a community-rooted café in downtown Duncan that has been a local gathering place since 1997, serving espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, and a food menu including bagels, paninis, salads, and baked goods with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The café doubles as a rotating gallery space for Cowichan Valley artists, giving it a distinctive neighbourhood character. The website references two Duncan locations, though this OSM node represents a single point.

value: Coffee on the Moon

detail: Menu page states: "Healthy vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options"

wow_evidence: community-rooted café... since 1997... doubles as a rotating gallery space for Cowichan Valley artists


value: 6145 Kelly Road South, Prince George, V2K 2G4

community: Prince George

value: Alpine Pub & Grill is a pub and restaurant in Prince George serving food and drink. It offers a rest stop for touring cyclists on Kelly Road South. Specific menu offerings and cyclist amenities should be confirmed by contacting the business directly.

value: Alpine Pub & Grill

signal: amenity=pub


value: Flair Airlines is a Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier flying into Vancouver, Abbotsford, Kelowna, and Victoria, with Calgary among its network connections. Bikes travel as "Sports Equipment": they must be packed in a hard case or box, and cost $79-$104 CAD if added online at least 24 hours ahead or $99-$139 CAD at the airport, charged per flight on top of the standard checked-bag fee. E-bikes are not accepted in any form, checked or carry-on, due to lithium-battery fire-risk rules. Confirm current fees and space before travelling, since low-cost-carrier ancillary pricing changes often.

value: Flair Airlines

subcategory: Flight


value: 542 Herald Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1S6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (12 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 38 spaces.

value: Jam Cafe is a beloved breakfast and brunch institution that opened in Victoria's historic Old Town in 2012 and has since expanded to multiple BC locations. The Herald Street location features vintage-inspired rustic decor, a menu built on locally sourced ingredients, and a drinks list that includes artisanal coffee, creative Caesars, and old-style milkshakes. A popular neighbourhood gathering spot, it is a well-regarded fuel stop for cyclists exploring Victoria's downtown core.

value: Jam Cafe

signal: Breakfast/brunch cafe, sit-down, family-owned, limited hours, no upscale markers


community: Port Coquitlam

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 538 Pratt Road, Gibsons, BC V0N 1V4

community: Gibsons

value: Banditry Cider is an award-winning craft cidery on BC's Sunshine Coast, set on a farm property in Gibsons where 100% BC-grown apples are pressed without concentrates or artificial flavourings. The cidery has earned back-to-back Cidery of the Year recognition and multiple gold awards, and hosts regular community events including live music, jazz festivals, and open mic nights. Visiting cyclists will find outdoor seating in a relaxed orchard setting, a food truck (Banditry Cantina), and a dog- and family-friendly atmosphere complete with a playground and duck pond.

value: Banditry Cider

detail: Website FAQ explicitly states 'Is your cider Gluten Free? Yes! Even our hopped ciders are gluten free.'


value: 2002 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 10m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 71m; rack (7 spaces) at 77m; rack (6 spaces) at 80m; stands (5 spaces) at 84m; rack (6 spaces) at 89m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m. Total: 46 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters is a community-minded Vancouver specialty coffee roastery established in East Vancouver in 2014, now operating eight cafes across Metro Vancouver including this Broadway location. The company roasts its own beans and serves coffee alongside food and freshly baked goods, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. As a full-service roastery and cafe operator, it offers a welcoming stop with a strong local identity for cyclists passing through the Broadway corridor.

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters


value: 3110 Boundary Road, Burnaby, BC Canada V5M4A2

value: Burnaby Palace Restaurant is a long-established Chinese restaurant that has been serving the Burnaby community for over 25 years, specializing in Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine. It is known for its modern take on classic dishes — particularly the ginger beef and spicy wontons — using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Dine-in, takeout, and local delivery are all available, making it a flexible meal stop in the Boundary Road area.

value: Burnaby Palace Restaurant

detail: Menu page uses a vegetarian legend marker; explicitly listed vegetarian items include Vegetarian Egg Roll and Fried Vegetarian Dumplings. No vegan or GF claims found

signal: Cantonese/Szechuan, reasonably priced; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: over 25 years in business... Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine


value: 1451 BC-101, Lund, BC V0N 2G0, Canada

community: Lund

value: Nancy's Bakery is a bakery located in the Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands region of British Columbia. No additional details about the BC location's offerings, character, or cycling-relevant services can be confirmed from available sources.

value: Nancy's Bakery

signal: shop=bakery


value: 2190 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 27m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 42m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 65m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Cream Pony is a casual counter-service spot on Main Street in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood specializing in fried chicken and donuts, with a second location in North Vancouver's Shipyard District. The shop has built a loyal following for its glazed donuts and juicy chicken sandwiches. It also offers catering and is available through major delivery platforms.

value: Cream Pony

signal: Fried chicken & donuts; quick-service delivery model; no premium markers


value: 1279 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1S4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Axum Ethiopian Restaurant serves traditional Ethiopian cuisine — spiced stews, injera-based communal plates, and a robust vegetarian selection — from its East Hastings Street location in Vancouver. The restaurant offers full sit-down dining alongside online ordering, private event hosting, and catering packages for all occasions. It is a lively neighborhood destination known for both hearty meat dishes and a wide range of entirely plant-based options.

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value: Axum Ethiopian Restaurant

detail: Menu labels numerous dishes '(V)' for vegan (e.g. Kik Alicha, Misir Wot, Gomen, Vegetarian Combo, Shiro). Menu also notes 'Bread is Gluten Free'

signal: Entrees $12–18 range, sit-down restaurant

detail: Not explicitly mentioned on website

wow_evidence: traditional Ethiopian cuisine...lively neighborhood destination


value: 5258 Highline Drive, Fernie, BC

community: Cokato

value: Snow Creek Lodge is a ski-in/ski-out luxury condo property at Fernie Alpine Resort, constructed in 1999 and situated directly beside the Elk Quad chairlift. It offers 61 studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites with fireplaces, access to two hot tubs, an outdoor heated pool, a fitness room, and underground parking. Managed by Fernie Lodging Company, it is one of the operator's flagship 'Signature Properties' in the Elk Valley.

value: Snow Creek Lodge

signal: Newer slope-side condos w/ pool + hot tubs, ~$200-300 in season

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: outdoor heated pool, 2 hot tubs...Fernie Lodging Company...flagship 'Signature Properties'


value: 4500 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 34m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; rack (6 spaces) at 53m; stands (5 spaces) at 71m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 74m; stands (10 spaces) at 81m; stands (3 spaces) at 89m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 111-255 6th Street, Courtenay, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 33m; bollard at 96m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Mud Sharks Coffee Bar is a downtown Courtenay café known for fresh, healthy food and 49th Parallel specialty coffee. It stands out for its explicit commitment to gluten-free and plant-based menu options, making it a welcoming stop for diet-conscious touring cyclists passing through the Comox Valley. The café operates under a fast, friendly service model and offers online ordering via Square.

value: Mud Sharks Coffee Bar

detail: Website states: 'We're known for fresh, healthy food with gluten-free and plant-based options.'

wow_evidence: 49th Parallel specialty coffee...gluten-free and plant-based menu options


value: 3292 Cowichan Lake Road, Duncan, BC

community: Duncan

value: Mid Island Liquor is a liquor retail store located in Duncan on Cowichan Lake Road, serving the mid-Island region of Vancouver Island. As a stop on routes through the Cowichan Valley, it offers touring cyclists a convenient place to pick up beverages. The shop is situated in a unit within a commercial complex near Duncan.

value: Mid Island Liquor

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


value: 2350 Voght Street, Merritt, V1K 1B8

community: Merritt

value: Mughai Gardens is an Indian restaurant in Merritt, BC, offering full-service dining to the community and travelers. Touring cyclists passing through will find it a sit-down meal option. The restaurant provides a dining experience for those seeking a substantial break while cycling through the area.

value: Mughai Gardens

signal: Indian full-service; ~$15-25pp


value: 656 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (5 spaces) at 75m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: A.Bento is a Vancouver restaurant serving a contemporary interpretation of Taiwanese cuisine, drawing heavily from the night market and street stall culture of Taiwan. The kitchen emphasizes locally sourced ingredients and house-made specialties including Taiwanese sausage and signature sauces. Cyclists can dine in or grab takeout, with online ordering also available through major delivery platforms.

signal: Taiwanese night-market street food; ~$15-24pp


value: 4320 Sundial Crescent, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4

community: Whistler

value: Dubh Linn Gate is a lively Irish pub set inside the Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside hotel at the base of the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas, making it one of the most centrally located watering holes in Whistler Village. It pours Whistler's true 20 oz imperial pint from 25 draught taps spanning BC craft breweries, Irish classics like Guinness and Kilkenny, and rotating specialty taps. A full food menu runs from brunch through late-night dinner, and live music most evenings draws a crowd of locals and visiting riders alike.

value: Dubh Linn Gate

wow_evidence: most centrally located watering holes in Whistler Village... live music most evenings


value: 102 - 1100 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1Y9

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 22m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 25m; stands (8 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (8 spaces) at 36m; rack (4 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 39m; stands (4 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 51m; rack (6 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 52 spaces.

value: Elysian Coffee Roasters is a Vancouver-based specialty roaster with four neighbourhood cafes across the city; this downtown location sits at the corner of Burrard and Helmcken. The company sources and roasts its own single-origin and blended coffees, and the cafes also carry brewing gear, teas, and books. The downtown café offers both indoor and outdoor seating and is wheelchair accessible.

value: Elysian Coffee Roasters


value: 110 Bromley Place

community: Princeton

value: Livinit is a restaurant in the Similkameen area of British Columbia. Website content is unavailable, limiting verification of specific offerings and cyclist-focused amenities.

value: Livinit

signal: restaurant, Princeton; site down

wow_evidence: recorded as a restaurant in OSM


community: Fort Nelson

value: A single-site pull-off on the paved Alaska Highway at the 416km mark, used by through-travellers as a quick rest and by anglers; no confirmed amenities or water on site.

value: Borrow pit 8 recreation site

wow_evidence: single-site pull-off … no confirmed amenities or water on site


value: 5951 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands at 32m; stands at 58m; rack (covered) at 59m; stands at 63m; stands at 67m; rack (covered) at 79m; rack at 82m; rack at 87m; rack at 92m; rack at 94m; rack at 95m; stands (covered) at 97m.

community: Richmond

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'


value: 6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby BC V5G 3T6

blurb: Free 10-acre 1920s heritage village with carousel and interurban tram.

community: Burnaby

value: Burnaby Village Museum is a 10-acre immersive open-air history museum set within Deer Lake Park, depicting a BC pioneer village as it may have appeared around the turn of the 20th century. The site features heritage buildings, a restored interurban tram, and a working antique carousel, and has grown from its 1971 origins into a free, award-winning attraction that draws visitors from across the Lower Mainland. A touring cyclist would find it a pleasant park-side destination with an on-site café and rich local history.

value: Burnaby Village Museum

detail: Mai's Café is explicitly listed as on-site food, open Tuesdays to Saturdays and statutory holidays from 11 am–4 pm

signal: Page explicitly states: Free admission

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Desc is the full Burnaby Village Museum — no parent record exists, so this becomes it: rename to Burnaby Village Museum. Free 10-acre heritage village with carousel and tram; provincially known, day-shaping family stop.


value: 5308 Grimmer Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 11m; stands (8 spaces) at 62m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: BenGong's Tea

signal: amenity=cafe


blurb: Free nature house on Victoria's Gorge Waterway trail.

community: Esquimalt

value: The Gorge Waterway Nature House is a Capital Regional District (CRD)-operated interpretive facility situated along Victoria's Gorge Waterway, a popular recreational corridor for cyclists and paddlers. It serves as a free community education centre focused on the ecology and natural history of the Gorge Waterway watershed. The location puts it directly on route for cyclists exploring the trail network around the waterway.

value: Gorge Waterway Nature House

signal: CRD nature house, free community education centre

wow_evidence: Free CRD interpretive centre right on the Gorge cycling corridor.


value: #1 - 3065 Allenby Road, Duncan BC V9L 6W5

label: salmon run

months: September October November

value: A private, full-service campground on the Cowichan River near Duncan with 25 grassed and shaded tent sites, flush washrooms with showers, and river swimming; well-positioned as a base for Cowichan Valley cycling, fishing, and trail riding.

value: Riverside RV Park & Camping

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 3211 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; rack (5 spaces) at 45m; rack (5 spaces) at 53m; rack (5 spaces) at 71m; rack (5 spaces) at 78m; rack (5 spaces) at 80m; rack (7 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; rack (5 spaces) at 94m. Total: 48 spaces.

value: Midam Cafe is a restaurant located on West Broadway in Vancouver. The business website could not be accessed during enrichment, limiting available information about its cuisine and amenities.

value: Midam Cafe

signal: cafe/restaurant; ~$14-22pp; site down


value: 3281 West Island Highway

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Westerlea Resort Motel is a roadside motel situated on West Island Highway on Vancouver Island, positioned along a popular cycling corridor between Parksville and Qualicum Beach. Its location on the Island Highway places it directly on a common touring route for cyclists travelling the length of Vancouver Island. Guests would find it a convenient overnight stop in a stretch of the island known for scenic coastal riding.

value: Westerlea Resort Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: roadside motel situated on West Island Highway... popular cycling corridor between Parksville and Qualicum Beach


value: 19 Apex Dr, Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0

community: Logan Lake

value: Hotel Viewmont is a hotel and restaurant in Logan Lake, BC, operating since 1995 with 24/7 front-desk reception. It offers standard rooms with in-room microwaves and refrigerators alongside an on-site restaurant. A complimentary shuttle to Kamloops Airport is available, making it a serviceable base for cyclists passing through the Thompson-Okanagan region.

value: Hotel Viewmont

detail: On-site restaurant operated by the hotel, branded throughout site as 'Hotel & Restaurant'

signal: Nightly rates $120–130/night at budget band ceiling


value: Unit 100, Bay Centre, Victoria, BC

community: Colwood

value: OPA! of Greece is a Canadian quick-service restaurant chain founded in 1998 specialising in Greek-inspired grilled souvlaki, gyros, wraps, and platters. This Victoria location sits inside the Bay Centre mall in the city's downtown core. Touring cyclists passing through downtown Victoria will find a fast, filling stop with a menu heavy on protein and grilled fare.

value: Opa! of Greece

detail: Menu includes falafel snack bites and spanakopita (both vegetarian/vegan), as well as multiple salad options

signal: OPA! of Greece fast-casual souvlaki; ~$12-15

wow_evidence: Canadian quick-service restaurant chain... inside the Bay Centre mall


value: Unit 87 - 1644 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 35m; floor (covered) at 68m; rack at 82m; rack (10 spaces) at 98m; rack at 100m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: BC Liquor Store (BCLIQUOR) is a provincial government-operated retail liquor store, one of 198 locations across British Columbia. The Hillside store in Victoria carries wine, spirits, beer, coolers, ciders, and non-alcoholic products. It is a convenient stop for touring cyclists looking to resupply on beverages along the Hillside Avenue corridor.

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 2091 Parkcrest Avenue, Kamloops, V2B 4X2

community: Kamloops

value: Parkcrest Neighbourhood Store is a convenience store in the Parkcrest neighbourhood of Kamloops, BC. It serves as a local corner store for residents in the North Kamloops area, making it a potential resupply stop for cyclists passing through the region.

value: Parkcrest Neighbourhood Store


value: Unit 1 - 4310 10th Avenue, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4X4

community: Port Alberni

value: Alberni Colour Corner is Port Alberni's authorized independent Benjamin Moore paint retailer, operating since 2005 out of a retail unit on 10th Avenue. In addition to a full range of interior and exterior paints, the store stocks Titan airless sprayers, Level5 drywall equipment, custom blinds, flooring, and art supplies. Services include complimentary in-store colour consulting and colour matching, as well as paid in-home advising and Titan sprayer repair.

value: Alberni Colour Corner

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: authorized independent Benjamin Moore paint retailer — not a grocery store


bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 34m; stands (3 spaces) at 61m; stands (3 spaces) at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 89m; hoop (6 spaces) at 95m; stands (3 spaces) at 95m; hoop (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: 7-Eleven is a convenience store franchise serving North Vancouver. It offers standard convenience store products including snacks, beverages, and basic supplies for quick shopping needs. The location provides a convenient stop for touring cyclists and other travelers in the area.

wow_evidence: convenience store franchise


value: 1041 7th Avenue

community: Fernie

value: Snow Valley Lodging is a motel in the heart of downtown Fernie, B.C., offering a wide range of options from standard rooms and multi-bedroom suites to standalone tiny homes with full kitchens. It markets itself as a year-round adventure basecamp with a hot tub, complimentary laundry, and on-site bicycle borrowing for both summer and winter guests. The property is dog-friendly and positioned within walking distance of downtown restaurants and amenities.

value: Snow Valley Lodging

detail: Amenities page and homepage both list 'Complimentary Laundry Facilities'


value: 4660 Joyce Avenue, Powell River, BC V8A 3B6

community: Powell River

value: The Powell River Town Centre Hotel bills itself as Powell River's only full-service hotel, with 71 air-conditioned guest rooms and suites ranging from standard courtyard-view rooms to executive suites with Jacuzzi tubs. Centrally located in the city hub on BC's Sunshine Coast, it sits near shopping, transit, and recreation areas. On-site amenities include a licensed restaurant, a pub serving dinner, and banquet facilities for up to 300 guests.

value: Town Centre Hotel

detail: On-site TC's Pub explicitly described as 'serving dinner'; Garden Court Restaurant also on-site

signal: 71-room full-service hotel, Powell River town centre; $140-190

wow_evidence: Powell River's only full-service hotel


value: 31877 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, V2T 1V4

community: Abbotsford

value: Day to Day Grocery & Produce is a South Asian wholesale cash-and-carry grocery chain with multiple BC locations, including this Abbotsford store centrally situated on South Fraser Way. The brand specializes in specialty South Asian products that are difficult to find elsewhere, including ayurvedic herbs, exotic spices, premium basmati rice, and fresh produce imported from India. Touring cyclists looking to resupply with pantry staples or explore an unusually broad range of South Asian grocery items will find this a distinctive stop.

value: Day to Day Grocery & Produce


value: 3100 Burrard Ave, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 0A8, Canada

community: Vanderhoof

value: Municipal campground on the Nechako River inside Vanderhoof's Riverside Park, with flush toilets, showers, and water and electric hookups at every site; a pleasant town-edge stop with a 10-minute walk to services, operating May through early October.

value: Riverside Park Campground

wow_evidence: 38 sites with water and electricity, bathrooms and showers for all campers


value: 1147 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M1

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (4 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (3 spaces) at 100m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Brunch is a Mexican-inspired brunch restaurant in Downtown Vancouver's Granville Street corridor, specializing in dishes like chilaquiles, enchiladas suizas, and eggs Benedict made with Mexican-sourced flavors and techniques. The restaurant offers a warm dine-in experience alongside takeout and delivery, making it a flexible stop for those exploring the downtown core. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free accommodations are available on request from staff.

value: Brunch

detail: Menu page states 'Ask our servers for our vegan/vegetarian/gluten free options'; several menu items are individually marked gluten free

signal: Menu entrees $17–22; sit-down Mexican brunch restaurant, casual pricing


value: On the Run


value: Unit 125 - 5172 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2E8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (5 spaces) at 87m; stands (5 spaces) at 97m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Boemma Euro Foods & Deli is a European specialty food shop and deli located on Burnaby's busy Kingsway corridor, stocking traditional imported European products alongside freshly made items from their in-house kitchen. The shop also offers catering services including charcuterie boards, meat platters, and custom orders. It's a distinctive provisioning stop for cyclists who appreciate specialty European ingredients and prepared deli goods.

value: Boemma Euro Foods & Deli

wow_evidence: European specialty food shop and deli … freshly made items from their in-house kitchen


value: 1359 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 5Y2

community: Kelowna

value: Shady Rest is a seafood and fish-and-chips restaurant on Sutherland Avenue in Kelowna, BC, as suggested by its Facebook page name 'ShadyRestFishandChips.' It sits in a residential-commercial strip of Kelowna, making it a potential mid-ride stop for cyclists exploring the city. The OSM record tags it as a standalone building, implying a traditional sit-down or takeout restaurant experience.

value: Shady Rest

signal: fish & chips sit-down; ~$18-25pp


value: 950 Westminister Avenue West, Penticton, BC

community: Penticton

value: Hotel Penticton is part of the Ascend Hotel Collection, an upscale boutique hotel brand operated under Choice Hotels. Located on Westminister Avenue West in central Penticton, it offers standard hotel accommodations with WiFi access.

value: Hotel Penticton, Ascend Hotel Collection

signal: Ascend Collection hotel, central Penticton; $160-210


value: 3002 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (4 spaces) at 90m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Hot Delivery is a Cantonese-style Chinese restaurant on Cambie Street in Vancouver offering an extensive menu of chow mein, fried rice, chop suey, seafood, and dim sum. The restaurant operates primarily as a pickup and dine-in spot with an active online ordering system, making it straightforward for cyclists to order ahead. Indoor seating is available according to OSM tags.

value: Hot Delivery

signal: Combos $16.95–$19.95; quick-service Chinese delivery


value: 600 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia Canada V8V 2P8

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

value: Helm's Inn is a centrally located inn in Victoria offering suite-style rooms and studios with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, and full kitchen appliances. Situated steps from the BC Legislature, Beacon Hill Park, and the Inner Harbour ferry terminals, it places touring cyclists within easy reach of Victoria's core. The property includes an on-site guest laundromat and lobby computer, making longer stays more practical.

value: Helm's Inn

detail: Guest Laundromat on site, mentioned on multiple room subpages under General Amenities

detail: Website states inn is 'surrounded by excellent restaurants and attractions' and neighbourhood page lists local restaurants as nearby

signal: affordable kitchenette suites near Beacon Hill; shoulder $120-150

wow_evidence: on-site guest laundromat


value: 180 3rd Street

blurb: Gold-rush museum and visitor centre in Atlin's 1902 schoolhouse.

community: Atlin

value: The Atlin Museum occupies a heritage building originally constructed as Atlin's first schoolhouse in 1902, later relocated and converted into a museum in 1972 by the Atlin Historical Society. Its exhibits and archives document the region's Klondike-era gold rush, Taku River Tlingit culture, and early settler life. The museum's most striking outdoor exhibit is an IRI-A steam shovel described as the only operational steam shovel of its kind in North America—a rare find for any visitor passing through this remote northern BC community.

value: Atlin Museum, Gift Shop and Visitor Centre

signal: museum + visitor centre; small admission/donation under $15

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Atlin's anchor museum in the 1902 schoolhouse: Klondike-era gold rush, Taku River Tlingit culture, steam shovel outside; doubles as visitor centre.


value: 5830 Beach Avenue, Peachland, V0H 1X7

community: Peachland

value: A hotel located on Beach Avenue in Peachland, BC. The inn serves the accommodation needs of travelers visiting the Okanagan region.

value: Edgewater Inn

signal: Beach Ave inn, Peachland lakefront; $140-190


community: West Vancouver

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1011 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1L4

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (4 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 76m; stands (8 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Granville Kebab & Poutine is a Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant on Vancouver's busy Granville Street, blending classic Canadian poutine with grilled beef and chicken kebabs in platters, wraps, and loaded poutine bowls. The fusion concept is a notable curiosity — baklava and kebab skewers share a menu with fries and gravy. Online ordering with a quick pickup window makes it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists moving through the downtown entertainment district.

value: Granville Kebab & Poutine

detail: Menu lists 'Veggie Samosa' ($2.99) and 'Large Classic Poutine' ($12.99) as meat-free options; vegan or GF status not stated

signal: Kebab platters $18–$22, wraps $14–$18. Casual counter service.

wow_evidence: online ordering with a quick pickup window


value: Save-On-Foods


value: 100-3050 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 0H5

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 15m; stands (1 space) at 55m; stands (1 space) at 64m; stands (1 space) at 64m; stands (1 space) at 83m; stands (1 space) at 91m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Afterthoughts is a family-owned gourmet dessert restaurant and café that has been baking in-house since 1994, known for cheesecakes, pies, cakes, and rotating seasonal treats made entirely from scratch on-site. Beyond desserts, it serves freshly made sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, and quiches alongside specialty café beverages featuring locally roasted coffee. The modern space at Central Park Village in Abbotsford features a heated patio and a private party and meeting room.

value: AfterThoughts

detail: Website states: 'We bring in gluten-free treats for our celiac guests' and references 'gluten-free choices for our celiac and gluten' patrons; also mentions Keto treats

wow_evidence: family-owned gourmet dessert restaurant...baking in-house since 1994


value: Dusty Rd, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0, Canada

blurb: Lift-style gravity mountain bike park with rentals near Sechelt.

community: Selma Park

value: Coast Gravity Park is a dedicated mountain bike park in Sechelt, BC, on BC's Sunshine Coast, purpose-built for gravity-oriented trail riding. The park offers bike rentals, enabling visitors who arrive without their own equipment to participate, and runs private bookings and organized events in addition to regular day passes. It is one of the few ticketed MTB bike parks on the Sunshine Coast, making it a notable destination for cycling tourists in the region.

value: Coast Gravity Bike Park

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Ticketed gravity MTB park with rentals — niche for touring riders but genuinely a cycling attraction.


value: 5650 Highway 97, Oliver, BC, V0H 1T9

community: Oliver

value: The Orchard at Oliver is a motel, cabin, and RV park set within a working fruit orchard in Oliver, BC, a short walk from town and surrounded by wineries and golf courses. The property explicitly calls out the area's wide, flat roads as ideal for cycle tours and positions itself as a base for Okanagan cycling adventures. Guests enjoy a communal outdoor lounge with fire pits, complementary BBQs, a clubhouse kitchen, and seasonal fruit from the orchard trees.

value: The Orchard at Oliver

detail: Coin-operated guest laundry available to all guests, per the Facilities page

detail: Facilities page states 'From coffee and a croissant to fine dining meals Oliver has an abundance of great choices.'

detail: Snack vending station ('snack vending station') located in 'Big Room', offering cold drinks and snacks, per Facilities page

detail: Dedicated secure bike store at no extra charge, confirmed on both the Rooms page ('Secure cycle storage available at no extra fee') and Facilities page ('we offer a dedicated secure bike store at no extra charge, just let us know when making your reservation')


community: Surrey

value: Sushi Shun is a Japanese sushi restaurant in a strip-mall unit in Surrey's Clayton neighbourhood, serving the Lower Mainland. The restaurant offers online ordering through its website and a dedicated app with a points-and-rewards program, letting cyclists pre-order before arriving. It is a sit-down option for a hot meal after a ride through the Fraser Valley.

value: Sushi Shun

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