value: 1958 Main Mall, Vancouver, V6T 1Z2

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 27m; stands (15 spaces) at 46m; stands (8 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 75m; stands at 77m; stands (14 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (14 spaces, covered) at 85m; stands (18 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 87 spaces.

blurb: UBC's main humanities and social sciences library; open to the public.

value: The Walter C. Koerner Library is a five-storey academic library at the heart of the UBC Vancouver campus, housing major humanities and social sciences collections. It is publicly accessible and sits within UBC's expansive campus grounds, which are popular with cyclists connecting to the Pacific Spirit Regional Park trail network. Touring cyclists passing through the Point Grey area will find it a convenient landmark stop on campus.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa

value: Walter C. Koerner Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: UBC academic library, publicly accessible; academic-library ladder 1/1.


source: enrichment

value: 7155 187A Street, Surrey, BC V4N 6L9

blurb: Surrey's newest community centre, with library under one roof.

category: Attractions

community: Surrey

value: Clayton Community Centre is Surrey's newest municipal recreation facility, operated by the City of Surrey and combining fitness and recreation programs, a branch library, and childminding services under one roof. Located in the Clayton neighbourhood of Surrey's southeastern suburbs, it serves a broad cross-section of the local community. Touring cyclists moving through the area may find it a convenient urban stop, though confirmed cyclist-specific amenities are not documented on the website.

dwell: short

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: yes

planning: walk-up

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Clayton Community Centre

origin: osm

ownership: Public

band_key: free

confidence: high

label: Free

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Community Centre

tier: info

wow_evidence: New integrated rec/library/arts facility — standard 1/1.


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 15m. Total: 7 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Delta

source: osm

value: Subway

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: welcoming


value: 102-6994 Greenwood St, Burnaby, BC V5A 1X8

category: Groceries

community: North Vancouver

value: Don Chendo is a family-owned Mexican food wholesale and retail business that has operated in the Vancouver area for over 10 years, billing itself as Western Canada's number one Mexican food wholesaler. Its Burnaby storefront stocks more than 2,000 authentic products — dried chiles, spices, tortillas, canned goods, dairy, frozen tamales, and ready-to-eat proteins — sourced directly from manufacturers in Mexico. Cyclists looking for specialty Latin American pantry staples unavailable at mainstream supermarkets will find an unusually deep selection here.

value: Don Chendo

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: more than 2,000 authentic products sourced directly from manufacturers in Mexico


value: 4298 Dunbar Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 25m; rack (4 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; rack (5 spaces) at 81m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 85m; rack (5 spaces) at 88m. Total: 44 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 1430 Golden View Road, Golden, V0A 1H1

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: active

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: Golden

source: camping

value: Full-service private campground on the edge of Golden, BC, a convenient base for day trips into Yoho and Banff National Parks; tenting sites include fire pits and picnic tables, with flush showers and coin laundry open seasonally (Apr 15–Oct 15) — washrooms and office close through winter even though the site stays open.

value: Whispering Spruce Campground

ownership: Private

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: 6-stall hot showers free for registered guests, coin-operated laundry, free wifi park-wide


value: 2505 East Trans Canada Highway, Kamloops, BC V2C 4A9

category: Accommodation

community: Kamloops

value: A classic roadside motel sitting directly on the Trans-Canada Highway in Kamloops, positioned as a natural rest stop for cyclists completing the Thompson River corridor stretch of the route. Ten of the rooms include full kitchenettes, and facilities include coin laundry, BBQ, and a 24-hour front desk. Small pets are permitted and the motel is fully non-smoking throughout.

value: Trans Canada Motel

detail: Coin laundry mentioned on front page; 'Laundry' and 'Ironing Service' listed under Services in the Facilities section

detail: Website states: 'Free wireless internet access available in public areas and all guest rooms.'

band_key: budget

confidence: medium

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


bike_access: hard

character: destination

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

community: Bowen Island

value: A small islet on the BC Marine Trails network near North Vancouver, reachable only by kayak or boat; free and primitive with no confirmed amenities, making it a non-starter for loaded cycle tourists.

value: Little Flower Islet

wow_evidence: non-starter for loaded cycle tourists


value: 2307 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (7 spaces) at 37m; bollard (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (7 spaces) at 52m; bollard (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; bollard (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (7 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; bollard (2 spaces) at 96m; bollard (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 55 spaces.

value: Konbiniya Japan Centre


value: 1812 152 Street, Surrey

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

value: Fruiticana


value: 492 Fitzgerald Avenue, Courtenay, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (4 spaces) at 37m; rack (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Pho' 54 is a Vietnamese restaurant in Courtenay on Vancouver Island, serving pho and likely other Vietnamese dishes. The 'courtenay' in the domain name anchors it to this cycling-friendly community on the Island Highway corridor. It would serve as a warm, hearty stop for riders looking for noodle soup after a day in the saddle.

value: Pho' 54

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: pho restaurant; bowls ~$16-19

source: judgement

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: Vietnamese restaurant


value: 7894 6th Street, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: FusionCore is a Japanese fast-food eatery located on 6th Street in Burnaby. It sits in an urban neighbourhood and could serve as a quick refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the area. No further detail about the menu, seating, or facilities is available from the website.

value: FusionCore


value: 174 Fulford-Ganges Road

community: Ganges

value: Embe Bakery is a local bakery located in Duncan, BC on Vancouver Island. For touring cyclists passing through the Cowichan Valley, it represents a stop for fresh baked goods in a community known for its agricultural and artisan food scene. Contact details and amenity information are not confirmed from available sources.

value: Embe Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: local bakery located in Duncan, BC


value: 201 1st Street West, Revelstoke, BC V0E

community: Revelstoke

value: Frisby Ridge Sushi is a traditional Japanese cuisine and sushi restaurant in Revelstoke, BC, operating since 1999. Situated in a mountain town well-known to cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, it offers dine-in seating in a comfortable setting. The restaurant takes reservations and has been a local fixture for over two decades.

value: Frisby Ridge Sushi

signal: Sit-down sushi, no visible prices, no fine-dining markers

wow_evidence: established in 1999... local fixture for over two decades


value: 330-1175 Johnson St, Coquitlam, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: Assi Market is a Korean supermarket that has since rebranded as Market Ribbon, offering Korean grocery staples and prepared foods such as dumplings, fried chicken, and soups. It operates as a full-service supermarket in the eastern Greater Vancouver area. A touring cyclist seeking Korean specialty groceries or prepared Korean food items may find this a useful stop.

value: Market Ribbon


value: 4010 200 Street, Langley

community: Langley

value: TAG Liquor Store's Brookswood branch is a locally owned Fraser Valley chain location situated in Brookswood Village, operated by The Arbuthnot Group since 1991. The store carries a wide selection of spirits, wine, and over 200 cold craft beers. It occupies a standalone single-storey building formerly home to a 7-Eleven, making it easy to spot for cyclists passing through.

value: TAG Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: locally owned Fraser Valley chain location, operated by The Arbuthnot Group since 1991


value: 1517 Hugh Allan Drive, Kamloops, V1S 1Y2

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (6 spaces) at 53m; stands at 63m; stands (10 spaces) at 66m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Booster Juice

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'booster juice'


value: 1715 East Broadway

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 56m; rack (1 space) at 89m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 12842 96 Avenue, Surrey

value: Subway


value: 990 West King Edward Avenue, Vancouver

value: Safeway


value: N Shore Rd, Cowichan Valley, BC V0R 3E1, Canada

community: Caycuse

value: Maple Grove Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (covered) at 78m; rack at 87m.

value: Presotea is a Taiwanese bubble tea franchise established in 2006, now operating multiple Lower Mainland locations including this Metrotown branch on Kingsway. The shop specialises in freshly brewed teas made using a high-pressure espresso-style machine, offering an extensive menu of milk teas, fruit teas, and slushes. It is a takeout-only counter with no indoor or outdoor seating.

value: Presotea

detail: Beverage-only menu; no food items offered

detail: Website and store listing confirm this is a takeout-only counter

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: Taiwanese bubble tea franchise established in 2006; takeaway=only, indoor_seating=no, outdoor_seating=no


value: 1938A Columbia Avenue, Rossland

community: Rossland

value: Rossland Fine Wine is a specialty bottle shop on Rossland's main street, operated by a sommelier with over 30 years of food and beverage industry experience across top Canadian restaurants and hotels. The store carries more than 1,000 wines and runs an active wine club with exclusive tastings, new-release events, and a dedicated in-store tasting room. For cycling tourists passing through this mountain-biking hub, it offers retail wine and spirits with an online ordering option.

value: Rossland Fine Wines and Spirits

signal: Specialty bottle shop retail, not a dining venue

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: operated by a sommelier with over 30 years of food and beverage industry experience across top Canadian restaurants and hotels... carries more than 1,000 wines


value: 4755 McClelland Road, Richmond, V6X 0M5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 33m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 50m; bollard at 52m; rack at 73m; rack at 88m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: The Canadian Brewhouse & Grill

signal: Canadian Brewhouse & Grill chain; ~$18-26pp


value: 103-4369 Main Street, Whistler, BC V8E 1B7

community: Whistler

value: Mount Currie Coffee Co is a specialty coffee shop in the heart of Whistler Village, serving premium Gradient Coffee roasted fresh in nearby Pemberton. The café is a known supporter of both WORCA and PORCA — Whistler and Pemberton's off-road cycling associations — co-sponsoring annual events and acting as a community hub for the mountain bike scene. Grab-and-go service and a call-ahead ordering option make it a practical fuel stop for cyclists moving through the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

value: Mount Currie Coffee Co


value: 366 Campbell Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 67m; stands (6 spaces) at 83m. Total: 12 spaces.

blurb: Showroom of West Coast painter Mark Hobson on Campbell Street.

community: Tofino

value: Mark Hobson Gallery is the dedicated showroom for Canadian wildlife and landscape artist Mark Hobson, who has painted professionally from Tofino since 1984. His work — executed in watercolour, acrylic, and oil — captures the West Coast's pounding surf, rain forests, and coastal wildlife, with many pieces begun outdoors on location. Touring cyclists rolling into Tofino can browse original paintings, limited-edition giclée prints, and commission custom artwork directly from the artist.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: neutral

theme: art-culture

value: Mark Hobson Gallery

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: No admission price shown; artist gallery focused on art sales

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Dedicated gallery of established BC wildlife/landscape painter working from Tofino since 1984.


value: 651 18th Street, Castlegar, V1N 2N1

community: Castlegar

value: Super 8 by Wyndham Castlegar BC is a budget motel chain property situated in Castlegar, a small city at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay rivers in the BC interior. It sits along 18th Street, a main commercial corridor that gives touring cyclists straightforward access to services. As a branded Wyndham property it participates in the Wyndham Rewards program, which may appeal to cyclists doing multi-night tours across the region.

value: Super 8 by Wyndham Castlegar BC

signal: chain 'super 8'

wow_evidence: branded Wyndham property


value: 4231 Hazelbridge Way, Unit 160, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 41m; rack (8 spaces) at 73m; rack at 95m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: A small, family-owned Chinese dessert shop in Richmond specializing in traditional soy pudding and fresh soy milk made daily in-store. The menu spans hot and cold tofu fa with extensive topping customization, classic Hong Kong sweets, and savory snacks including pot stickers, pan-fried turnip cake, and curry fish balls. Situated in a commercial plaza near Aberdeen SkyTrain station, it offers a distinctive rest-stop option for cyclists exploring Richmond's urban cycling network.

value: Excellent Tofu & Snacks

detail: Menu explicitly marks vegetarian items: '3 Vegetarian Gluten', 'Pan-fried Turnip Cake (Veg)', 'Sticky Rice Roll (Veg)'; core soy pudding and soy milk offerings are plant-based

wow_evidence: small, family-owned Chinese dessert shop... soy pudding and fresh soy milk made daily in-store


community: Invermere

value: BC Liquor Store

ownership: Buy BC (chain)


value: 6169 Crowsnest Highway, Hedley, BC V0X 1K0

price_band: premium

community: Hedley

value: A family-run riverside resort on Highway 3 west of Hedley, with direct Similkameen River access for tubing, fishing, and kayaking, plus a short hike to a historic gold mine; flush washrooms and a store add comfort, but at $47/night for a campsite this skews toward resort pricing for cycle tourists.

value: Gold Mountain RV Park and Cabins

wow_evidence: showers, laundry, water hookups, convenience store, Wi-Fi, reservations


value: 229 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A1

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 27m; rack (5 spaces) at 28m; rack (1 space) at 44m; rack (5 spaces) at 62m; rack (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: Caffe Motivo is a downtown Kamloops café situated on Victoria Street in the city core, specializing in fresh-baked goods and coffee sourced from JJ Bean roasters. It also offers light lunches and breakfasts prepared in-house daily, making it a solid resupply stop for cyclists rolling through the Thompson Valley. Catering is available for groups with advance notice.

value: Caffe Motivo


value: 2147 Richter Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2N7

community: Kelowna

value: Circle K is a 24-hour convenience store and petrol station on Richter Street in Kelowna, part of the global Circle K / Couche-Tard chain. It offers the standard convenience store mix of snacks, drinks, and sundries alongside fuel, making it a practical any-hour resupply point for cyclists passing through the city. Coffee is listed as an in-store service.

value: Circle K

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 1350 Timberlands Road

character: utilitarian

community: Cassidy

value: Commercial Parkbridge-managed RV resort in Ladysmith on Vancouver Island; primarily oriented toward RVs and seasonal cottage rentals, with no tent-specific or cyclist amenity details available from the scraped pages.

value: Rondalyn Resort

wow_evidence: Parkbridge-managed caravan/RV site


value: 652-5000 0B3, Canoe Pass Way, Tsawwassen, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (12 spaces) at 94m; rack at 95m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Beach Grove

value: Togo Sushi is a BC-based sushi chain specialising in fresh, made-to-order rolls and bowls available for takeout or quick on-site dining. The Tsawwassen location sits inside Tsawwassen Mills shopping centre, a large destination mall near the BC Ferries terminal and the US border crossing. Cyclists passing through the Tsawwassen peninsula will find it a convenient stop for a fast, filling meal.

value: Togo Sushi

signal: quick-service to-go sushi (food court); ~$12-16

wow_evidence: BC-based sushi chain... Tsawwassen Mills food court location


value: 125 Hall Street, Nelson, BC V1L 7B4

community: Nelson

value: Torchlight Brewing Co. is a craft brewery and full-service taproom lounge in downtown Nelson, BC, co-founded in 2014 by two friends who scaled from a nano-brewery to a proper micro-brewery with a full lounge by 2017. Nelson is one of BC's premier cycling destinations and the brewery is a partner with Nelson and Kootenay Lake Tourism. Touring cyclists stopping in town will find house-crafted beers alongside a full food menu in a welcoming brewpub setting.

value: Torchlight Brewing

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: partner with Nelson and Kootenay Lake Tourism... Nelson is one of BC's premier cycling destinations


label: rainbow trout fishing

months: May June July August September

washroom_type: pit

community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako

value: A single-site forest rec site on Moose Lake in BC's Cariboo interior, with a small boat launch and pit toilet; the long approach via FSR includes a Francois Lake ferry crossing and a narrow, winding, brushy final road that the site itself flags as requiring high clearance or 4x4.

value: Moose Lake Recreation Site

region: Northern British Columbia

wow_evidence: requiring high clearance or 4x4


value: 2931 Moray Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 7S7

community: Courtenay

value: Wayward Distillery is a craft spirits producer operating in Courtenay in the Comox Valley since 2014, still run by its original three founders. The distillery is best known for fermenting most of its lineup — vodkas, gins, rum, and liqueurs — from sustainable BC honey, and donates 1% of all spirit sales to Pollinator Partnership Canada. Cyclists can visit the distillery store directly or browse an award-winning range of spirits, with the business also holding Rainbow Registered and Living Wage Employer status.

value: Wayward Distillation House

detail: Distillery sells spirits only; no food items listed in the shop inventory


community: Maple Ridge

value: Shinobi Sushi is a Japanese restaurant group with two Maple Ridge locations — a downtown sit-down spot on 224 St and a smaller express outlet on 240 St. The menu is sushi-focused and the business supports online ordering with local delivery. It sits in a suburban commercial area of Maple Ridge convenient to the Haney Bypass cycling corridor.

value: Shinobi Japanese Restaurant

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

wow_evidence: two Maple Ridge locations


value: 1600 15th Avenue

community: Prince George

value: Booster Juice


value: 8918 Clarkson Ave., Black Creek, British Columbia, V9J 1B1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 79m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Saratoga Beach

value: Island Silver Sands Cottages is a small beach resort on Saratoga Beach near Black Creek on Vancouver Island, offering 1- and 2-bedroom cottages with fully equipped kitchens and oceanfront RV sites with full hookups. The property sits steps from a safe sandy beach with a campfire pit and sweeping ocean views, and is surrounded by provincial parks, a marina, and trails. Cycling is explicitly called out among the activities accessible from the resort, making it a plausible base for touring cyclists exploring the east coast of Vancouver Island.

value: Island Silver Sands Cottages

detail: Website lists 'Grocery Store' explicitly under the 'Near By' section on the front page

signal: small family beach resort, cottages + RV sites, Saratoga Beach; cottages $110-150

subcategory: Resort


value: Edo Japan

signal: Edo Japan teriyaki fast-casual (confirmed); ~$12-16


value: 3778 Grande Prom. Unit 450, Burnaby, BC V3J 1N4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 10m; bollard (2 spaces) at 10m; bollard (2 spaces) at 11m; bollard (2 spaces) at 15m; bollard (2 spaces) at 16m; bollard (2 spaces) at 25m; bollard (2 spaces) at 26m; bollard (2 spaces) at 41m; bollard (2 spaces) at 41m; bollard (2 spaces) at 42m; bollard (2 spaces) at 43m; bollard (2 spaces) at 48m; bollard (2 spaces) at 50m; bollard (2 spaces) at 50m; bollard (2 spaces) at 51m; bollard (2 spaces) at 51m; bollard (2 spaces) at 56m; bollard (2 spaces) at 57m; bollard (2 spaces) at 64m; bollard (2 spaces) at 65m. Total: 40 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Big Way Hot Pot

signal: Big Way individual mini hot pot, counter-service; $18-24/person


value: 1193 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1N2

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 3m; stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (4 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 41 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: BangKoK Bistro is a Thai street food restaurant situated on Davie Street in Vancouver's West End, celebrated for its authentic heritage dishes such as a signature Seafood Bucket (Talay Tung) with smoked chili and basil, braised Beef Noodle Soup, and Soft-shell Crab with Curry Powder. The restaurant carries strong community ratings (4.6 from 189 reviews; 4.5 from 440 reviews) and offers both pickup and delivery ordering. Vegetarian options are well represented across the menu, making it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists riding through the West End.

value: BangKoK Bistro

detail: Menu includes Eggplant Delight, Mixed Vegetable, and Spinach with Peanut Sauce as explicitly vegetarian items

signal: Main dishes $16.95, consistent casual Thai pricing


value: 1032 Alberni Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 82m; stands (5 spaces) at 94m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Black & Blue is a Kobe-beef certified upscale steakhouse operated by the Glowbal Restaurant Group in downtown Vancouver. The venue includes a ground-floor dining room and The Roof, described as Vancouver's largest rooftop dining destination, featuring a Josper wood-coal grill. Private dining rooms and group event booking are available, making it a destination for special occasions rather than a casual cyclist stop.

value: Black & Blue

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

wow_evidence: Kobe-beef certified upscale steakhouse... Vancouver's largest rooftop dining destination


value: 4727 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 73m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Mui Garden is a Malaysian-Chinese restaurant with roots in Hong Kong, known for authentic Malaysian curry blended from over twenty spices and Hainanese-style chicken in two preparations — free range and farm chicken. The Kingsway location is one of four Metro Vancouver outposts of the chain, offering a full dine-in menu spanning Singaporean laksa, curry beef brisket, and fried rice dishes. Touring cyclists will find a sit-down meal option with online ordering also available for takeout.

value: Mui Garden Restaurant

detail: Website features a prominent 'Online Order' section with dedicated online ordering hours for the Burnaby/Kingsway location (11am–8pm, Tue closed)

signal: Malaysian-Chinese, curry/Hainanese chicken; ~$15-24pp


value: Thompson-Nicola O, BC V0E 3A0, Canada

bike_access: rough

community: Vavenby

value: A single-unit BC rec site on Graffunder Lakes, drawing anglers and boaters willing to follow roughly 20 km of forest service road from the Vavenby area; no amenities are confirmed on site.

value: Graffunder Lakes North Recreation Site

wow_evidence: roughly 20 km of forest service road... no amenities are confirmed


value: Assiniboine Lake, East Kootenay, BC V0A 1M0, Canada

blurb: Backcountry trail into Mount Assiniboine Park's roadless UNESCO wilderness.

community: Kootenay Crossing

value: The Assiniboine Creek Trail is a backcountry trail within Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is celebrated for its alpine lakes, glaciers, and dramatic peaks, with no road access — trails provide the only way in. It is a remote wilderness destination requiring full self-sufficiency, suited to experienced backcountry travellers.

dwell: day

facet_confidence: low

label: alpine meadow bloom

months: July August

planning: check-ahead

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Assiniboine Crk Trail

signal: BC provincial park trail, no admission fee mentioned

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Backcountry trail within UNESCO Mount Assiniboine Park; wilderness on foot only — component listing, not the park itself.


value: 673 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1G9

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

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Courtyard Coffee is a locally owned café in the heart of downtown Qualicum Beach, serving espresso drinks made with Tofino's Rhino Coffee House beans, teas, house-made soups and sandwiches, and fresh baked goods. On sunny days, an inviting outdoor courtyard provides a pleasant rest stop for travellers. The café also sells Rhino beans and Hydroflask travel mugs at retail.

value: Courtyard Coffee

detail: Website states 'Gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options are available'

wow_evidence: locally owned café in the heart of downtown Qualicum Beach... outdoor courtyard provides a pleasant rest stop for travellers


value: 4321 Village Gate Boulevard, Whistler, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 30m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: The Village Gate House is a Whiski Jack Resorts condo property sitting at the heart of Whistler Village, offering studios through two-bedroom loft suites with full kitchens and optional private hot tubs. It sits steps from the lifts of Whistler/Blackcomb and from the trailheads of Whistler's renowned mountain bike park, making it a natural base for cycling and ski touring alike. The property is operated by a locally rooted company with four decades of Whistler hospitality experience.

value: The Village Gate House

detail: Website facilities list: 'Free Laundry Facilities'

detail: Property description states 'steps from shops, dining, and nightlife'

signal: Whiski Jack condos, some private hot tubs, village core; per-unit $220-320

detail: Website facilities list includes 'Limited Ski & Bike Storage'; capacity is noted as limited

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: Limited Ski & Bike Storage … Free Laundry Facilities; locally rooted company with four decades of Whistler hospitality experience


value: 2408 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V4P 1H5, Canada

community: Surrey

value: Crispy Falafel is a Mediterranean restaurant founded in 2011 by Lebanese-Canadian entrepreneurs Mustapha and Adib, serving authentic falafel and Greek-inspired dishes made from fresh vegetables and homemade recipes. Situated on King George Boulevard in Surrey, it is the flagship location of a growing franchise brand with a second Lower Mainland outpost in White Rock. Cyclists on the King George corridor will find it a convenient stop for a health-focused Mediterranean meal.

value: Crispy Falafel

signal: falafel/Mediterranean counter; ~$10-15


value: On the Run


value: 194 Victoria St W, Kamloops, BC V2C 1A4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (12 spaces) at 19m; rack (8 spaces) at 56m. Total: 20 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Kamloops

value: Spoke N' Motion is a full-service bike and ski shop that has been a Kamloops institution since 1987, billing itself as the store 'Known by riders, Owned by riders.' Certified mechanics handle everything from minor adjustments to complete suspension rebuilds, and the shop carries a broad range of mountain, road, gravel, fat, and electric bikes. For cyclists passing through the Thompson Valley, it offers a knowledgeable, rider-run resource backed by over three decades of local experience.

value: Spoke N' Motion

detail: Shop sells electric bikes (listed as a dedicated bike category) and has a certified service department; bike swap program explicitly references e-bikes with Bosch, Shimano, Yamaha, and Brose motors, indicating mechanic familiarity with e-bike drivetrains

detail: 'Pannier Racks & Bags' is listed as a distinct product category in the site navigation under Accessories

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: Pannier Racks & Bags appear as a named product category; certified mechanics since 1987


value: 1110 Denman Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (4 spaces) at 78m; stands (6 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Falafel King

signal: falafel counter; ~$10-14


value: 5449 Sooke Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0C8

community: Sooke

value: Stickleback is a waterfront West Coast eatery perched on Cooper's Cove just outside downtown Sooke, featuring a natural cedar bar, a life-sized mural of Sombrio Beach, and a patio with wildlife and ocean views. The menu leans toward house-made burgers, wraps, pastas, Baby Back Ribs, and local halibut, with gluten-free options throughout. Situated right beside Rush Kayak Adventures, it's a natural stop for cyclists exploring the Sooke waterfront corridor.

value: Stickleback West Coast Eatery

detail: Multiple menu items are explicitly labeled {GF} (house-cut fries, sea-to-sea chowder, poutine) and {GF/DF} (waffle yam fries); veg pakora taco option listed; GF bread sub noted

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: waterfront West Coast eatery perched on Cooper's Cove just outside downtown Sooke, featuring a natural cedar bar...patio with wildlife and ocean views


value: Hwy 97, Main St., OK Falls, BC V0H 1R0

community: Okanagan Falls

value: Tickleberry's is an Okanagan institution that has been scooping ice cream since 1990, offering 150 flavors alongside an in-house fudge factory where visitors can watch confections being made in real time. Beyond ice cream, the shop stocks chocolate-covered dried fruits, local crafts, and a broad gift selection, making it a natural and memorable rest stop on the Okanagan cycling corridor. A second location operates in Downtown Penticton.

value: Tickleberry's

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie' as a flavor; 'NSA Caramel Macchiato' (No Sugar Added) also listed. No GF claim found

wow_evidence: Okanagan institution that has been scooping ice cream since 1990, offering 150 flavors alongside an in-house fudge factory … to-go dishes for cyclists in a hurry


value: 1508 Nanaimo Street, Vancouver, BC

value: To Live For is a fully plant-based bakery and café in East Vancouver, founded by broadcaster-turned-baker Erin Ireland after a personal vegan journey transformed the former 'To Die For Fine Foods' brand. The bakery turns out fresh pastries daily—including rotating monthly specials—and operates a wholesale delivery business supplying cafes and grocers across the Lower Mainland. A touring cyclist who eats vegan will find a rare dedicated all-vegan stop with both in-person and online ordering options.

value: To Live For

detail: 100% vegan bakery — all products are plant-based, dairy-free, and egg-free

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: 100% plant-based bakery and café ... wholesale delivery business supplying cafes and grocers across the Lower Mainland


value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 10880 Number 5 Road, Richmond

community: Richmond

value: Sushi Crave is a sushi restaurant located in a unit within a commercial strip at 10880 Number 5 Road in Richmond, BC. The Number 5 Road corridor runs through agricultural and commercial areas of Richmond and is traveled by cyclists exploring the city's flat, bikeable terrain. Touring cyclists in the area may find this spot a convenient stop for Japanese cuisine.

google_place_id: ChIJUetRQWnhhVQReFqGidUISTg

value: Sushi Crave

confidence: low


value: 2809 Murray St, Port Moody, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 33m; stands (12 spaces) at 79m; stands (6 spaces) at 97m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Port Moody

value: Rewind Beer Co is a space-time-travel-themed craft brewery and tasting room housed in an industrial building, pouring its own rotating lineup of lagers, IPAs, sours, and saisons alongside guest taps and cider. The taproom doubles as 'Home of Pizza,' serving wood-fired-style pies made in-house with creative toppings and online ordering available. A touring cyclist would find a full sit-down destination with food, craft beer, and a lively atmosphere in Port Moody's industrial corridor.

value: Rewind Beer Co

detail: Pizza menu includes at least two vegetarian options: CHEEEEESE (Basil, Olive Oil, Housemade Marinara, Mozzarella) and THE SHROOMINATOR (Roasted Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Truffle Aioli, Scallion Oil, Mozzarella). No vegan or GF options explicitly noted

signal: Craft brewery taproom + in-house pizza

wow_evidence: craft brewery and tasting room... pouring its own rotating lineup of lagers, IPAs, sours, and saisons alongside guest taps... serving wood-fired-style pies


value: 7295 Knight Street, Vancouver, BC

value: McDonald's at 7295 Knight Street is a no-drive-through fast-food outlet in Vancouver's Knight Street corridor, offering the full Canadian McDonald's menu including McCafé beverages. The indoor and outdoor seating areas make it a sit-down-friendly stop rather than a drive-past convenience. It is one of the more accessible rest points in this stretch, with wheelchair access and on-site washrooms confirmed in OSM.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: East Kootenay B, East Kootenay B, BC V0B 1T4, Canada

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Baynes Lake

value: Ponderosa Campground sits within Kikomun Creek Park's dry, sunny Kootenay valley amid ponderosa pine and Douglas fir, beside Surveyors Lake with a sandy beach, warm-water swimming, and rental kayaks; paved park roads suit loaded bikes, but the gate closes outside the operating season.

value: Ponderosa Campground

ownership: Provincial park


value: 4909 Main Street, Vancouver, V5W 2R2

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Bon Cafe is a neighbourhood Vietnamese restaurant in Vancouver's Little Mountain area, a short ride from Queen Elizabeth Park at the corner of Main Street and E. 33rd Ave. The menu centres on pho, banh mi, and Vietnamese coffee, with reviewers consistently praising generous portions and solid value. Both dine-in and takeout are available, making it a practical pit-stop on the Main Street cycling corridor.

value: Bon Cafe

signal: Pho shop, 'no frills,' 'great value' emphasized throughout reviews


value: 3124 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3G7

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; rack (3 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; rack (5 spaces) at 87m; rack (3 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Lucia is a modern Italian restaurant in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, reimagining Italian classics with a contemporary sensibility in a warmly lit, intimate setting. Located on the busy Main Street corridor, it draws diners for long, leisurely meals with an emphasis on wine and conversation. Reservations are encouraged, with a waitlist option and private dining available for larger groups.

value: Lucia

detail: Menu page lists 'GF | GLUTEN FREE' and 'V | VEGETARIAN' as explicit menu notation keys

signal: modern Italian, reservation-required, wine-focused; ~$35-55pp


value: 1653 East Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 58m; stands (1 space) at 98m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'


value: 215 Port Augusta Street, Unit 11, Comox, British Columbia V9M 3M9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 23m; bollard (4 spaces) at 48m; bollard (2 spaces) at 56m; bollard (4 spaces, covered) at 61m; bollard (2 spaces) at 63m; bollard (2 spaces) at 69m; rack (9 spaces) at 74m. Total: 27 spaces.

community: Comox

value: RAD Brewing Company is a craft brewery and taproom inside Comox Centre Mall in downtown Comox, bringing a retro surf aesthetic and award-winning beers to the heart of the Comox Valley. Brewmaster Tyler Papp — a Canadian Brewing Awards medalist with over 20 years of experience — brews everything on-site, from crisp lagers to a cocoa-nib chocolate porter and hoppy IPAs. The kitchen turns out a globally inspired menu of affordable bites designed to pair with the beer lineup, and canned RAD beers are available to take home straight from the source.

value: RAD Brewing Company

detail: RAD Eats menu labels multiple items GF (gluten-free) and VG (vegan): includes DFO Chili (GF, VG), Nachos (GF, VG), Patatas Bravas (GF, VG, DFO), Cauliflower Tempura, Chicken Wings (GF), Meatballs (GF), and Basil & Walnut Pesto Salad

signal: amenity=bar


value: Whistler, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 28m; stands (8 spaces) at 75m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m; stands (8 spaces) at 91m; stands (8 spaces) at 91m; stands at 92m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Eagle Lodge is part of the Town Plaza Suites complex in Whistler Village North, offering studio, one- and two-bedroom condos with fully equipped kitchens, gas fireplaces, and in-suite washer/dryers. It sits a short walk from both mountain gondolas and the Whistler Conference Centre, making it a convenient self-catering base for cyclists exploring the Sea to Sky corridor. The surrounding Village North puts restaurants, shops, and nightlife immediately at hand.

value: Eagle Lodge

detail: Website states all units include an in-suite washer/dryer

detail: Website states 'excellent restaurants, shops and nightclubs right on your doorstep' in Whistler Village North

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: affordability-positioned Town Plaza condos but Whistler floor; $160-220 shoulder


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 47m; stands (10 spaces) at 49m; rack (9 spaces) at 55m; stands (8 spaces) at 83m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m. Total: 48 spaces.

value: Umi Sushi Express

signal: express sushi; ~$13-20pp


value: 1009 Gibsons Way, Gibsons, British Columbia, V0N 1V8

community: Gibsons

value: The 101 Brewhouse + Distillery has been the community gathering spot in Upper Gibsons since 2017, brewing award-winning craft beers — including a 2022 BC Beer Awards first-place lager — and distilling small-batch gin and vodka made from BC-grown ingredients. The kitchen turns out a broad menu of locally-inspired dishes alongside the taps, and the venue runs a steady calendar of live music, trivia nights, and themed events. For a touring cyclist arriving on the Sunshine Coast, it offers a full sit-down meal with vegetarian and gluten-free options plus online ordering for takeaway.

value: The 101 Brewhouse + Distillery

detail: Menu marks Santa Fe Salad and Nachos as (GF); Gyoza offered in a Vegetarian option; site states 'Our menu covers most dietary requirements.'

signal: brewhouse + distillery, full kitchen; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: 2022 BC Beer Awards first-place lager


value: 8840 210 Street, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (6 spaces, covered) at 16m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Save-On-Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 1108 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 53m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Heritage Asian Eatery is a casual downtown Vancouver spot in the Financial District serving classic Chinese comfort food with local ingredients in a communal, laid-back setting. The Pender Street location seats up to 60 guests and also accommodates private event bookings. It offers dine-in, takeout, and a relaxed vibe suited to a quick refuel stop.

value: Heritage Asian Eatery

signal: Casual sit-down Chinese comfort food, no fine-dining markers, laid-back format


community: Remote & backcountry, Thompson-Nicola Regional District

value: A large motorized recreation site built around 350 km of ATV and motorcycle trails in the Okanagan highlands, partially closed following the 2023 McDougal Creek wildfire; camping at designated trailhead areas with a separate trail fee on top of the nightly rate.

value: Bear Creek Recreation Site

wow_evidence: 350 km of ATV and motorcycle trails... partially closed following the 2023 McDougal Creek wildfire


value: 2205 Lonsdale Avenue

community: North Vancouver

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: 2299 Cliffe Avenue

community: Courtenay


value: 516 Fisgard Street, V8W 2K4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Pinhalla is a one-of-a-kind pinball arcade and pizzeria tucked inside a heritage merchant warehouse at the base of Canada's oldest Chinatown in Victoria. The 100-seat venue pairs New York/Sicilian-style pizza and locally brewed craft beer with a hall of 35+ vintage and modern pinball machines. It runs a weekly pinball league, trivia nights, and DJ events, making it a lively stop for cyclists looking for a full meal and entertainment in the heart of downtown.

value: Pinhalla

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 265 Vermilion Avenue, Princeton, BC

community: Princeton

value: Brown Bridge Pub is a neighbourhood pub established in 2008 on Vermilion Avenue in Princeton, BC, in the Okanagan-Similkameen region. It serves a wide scratch-kitchen menu spanning wings, tacos, burgers, poutine, and ramen bowls alongside weekly specials. Princeton sits at a key crossroads for cyclists riding the Crowsnest Highway or exploring the Similkameen Valley, making this a natural mid-route meal stop.

value: Brown Bridge Pub

signal: amenity=pub


value: 2520 Bevan Ave, Sidney, BC V8L 1W3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 82m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Grays Cafe is a sister-owned neighbourhood café in Sidney by the Sea, opened in 2021 by sisters Lisa and Amy who built it around locally sourced ingredients — coffee from Drumroaster, local produce, baked goods, and meat. The breakfast-and-lunch menu spans wraps, bagels, salads, and smoothies with a strong vegetarian and vegan lean. It bills itself as a place for community gathering, making it a welcoming mid-ride stop in the heart of Sidney.

value: Gray's Cafe

detail: Menu includes multiple vegan items (Breakfast Bagel with Vegan Just Egg and vegan smoked gouda; Kidney Bean Wrap; House Salad and Veggie Wrap with vegan feta) and GF granola in the Yogurt Cup; numerous vegetarian options throughout breakfast and lunch sections

wow_evidence: sister-owned neighbourhood café... locally sourced ingredients — coffee from Drumroaster, local produce... place for community gathering


value: 1926 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (6 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; rack (5 spaces) at 70m; rack (3 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 41 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Rain or Shine Ice Cream is a Kitsilano institution making small-batch, scratch ice cream from BC dairy sourced exclusively from Birchwood Dairy Farm in Abbotsford, with flavours built around locally and organically sourced ingredients like Okanagan honey, Surrey blueberries, and Vancouver-roasted espresso. Founded by a couple inspired by artisan ice cream encountered while travelling, the shop now operates three Vancouver locations, with this one sitting directly on West 4th Avenue—one of the city's busiest cycling corridors. The entirely egg-free base, rotating seasonal menu, and dedicated vegan options make it a distinctive treat stop rather than a generic chain.

value: Rain or Shine Ice Cream

detail: Walk-up ice cream shop serving scoops, cones, milkshakes, and toppings; the entire service model is counter/takeout with no table-service component mentioned

detail: Multiple flavours labelled gluten-free throughout the in-store menu; dedicated vegan items include 'Vegan Chocolate Peanut Crunch', 'Chocolate sauce (vegan)', and a vegan sorbet seasonal option

wow_evidence: small-batch, scratch ice cream from BC dairy sourced exclusively from Birchwood Dairy Farm... sitting directly on West 4th Avenue—one of the city's busiest cycling corridors


value: BC-5, Valemount, V0E 2Z0

community: Valemount

value: Shell


value: 160 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0

community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: Harrison Beach Hotel is a newly renovated boutique property managed by True Key Hotels & Resorts, situated steps from Harrison Lake in scenic Harrison Hot Springs. The hotel offers lake-view and mountain-view suites with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, and fitness room. Its central location—within walking distance of the beach, shops, and restaurants—makes it a practical base for cyclists touring the Fraser Valley.

value: Harrison Beach Hotel

detail: Website states the hotel is 'steps from the beach, shops, dining' in Harrison Hot Springs town centre

signal: renovated boutique lakefront hotel steps from Harrison Lake, True Key managed; $200-280 shoulder

wow_evidence: indoor pool, outdoor hot tub


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces, covered) at 76m; rack (4 spaces) at 92m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice


value: 1137 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver, V6Z 2Y3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 8m; stands (3 spaces) at 29m; stands (10 spaces) at 82m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Oeb Breakfast Co.

signal: OEB breakfast; ~$20-28pp


value: 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1

blurb: 55-acre world-class botanical garden in Shaughnessy.

value: VanDusen Botanical Garden is a 55-acre urban oasis in Vancouver's Shaughnessy neighbourhood, home to over 7,500 plant species from around the world. The garden hosts seasonal exhibitions, botanical education programs, and features both a fine-dining restaurant and a casual Garden Café inside the LEED-certified Visitor Centre. The accessibility page explicitly encourages arriving by bike, transit, or car, making it a natural destination for cycle tourists exploring central Vancouver.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

dwell: half

label: spring blooms & floral festival

months: April May June

value: VanDusen Botanical Garden

detail: Shaughnessy Restaurant (fine dining, lunch/afternoon tea/dinner/weekend brunch) and The Garden Café (Fair Trade coffee, sandwiches, soups) both located on site at VanDusen

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: VanDusen admission ~$12-16 by season

wow_evidence: One of Canada's premier botanical gardens — 55 acres, 7,500 species, living-building visitor centre, Festival of Lights; explicitly bike-welcoming. Parent of the whole collection-node cluster.


value: 1820 Rogers Place, Kamloops, V1S 1T7

community: Kamloops

value: A family-owned Chinese restaurant in Kamloops' Aberdeen neighbourhood, widely regarded as the city's top choice for Chinese take-out. Moon Wok uses fresh ingredients with no MSG added and caters to a range of dietary needs including vegetarian, allergy-conscious, and gluten-free diners. Take-out, dine-in, delivery, and catering are all available at this South Shore location.

value: Moon Wok (Aberdeen)

detail: Website states: 'Whether you're vegetarian or have food allergies, we have plenty of delicious menu choices to choose from. Be sure to ask about our gluten-free menu for Kamloops diners.'

signal: Chinese takeout; ~$14-22pp


value: 110-3880 Chatham Street, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 36m; rack (6 spaces) at 45m; rack at 97m; rack at 99m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Kuroki Kaiseki Omakase Kitchen is a Japanese restaurant in Richmond's Chatham Street area specializing in kaiseki-style omakase dining, a multi-course format curated entirely by the chef. Omakase restaurants typically offer an intimate, counter-style experience that can be a memorable stop for a touring cyclist seeking a distinctive meal in Metro Vancouver's food-rich Richmond district.

value: Kuroki Kaiseki Omakase Kitchen

label: Fine dining

signal: kaiseki omakase, chef-curated multi-course counter; ~$80-150pp


value: 441 Twelfth Street

community: New Westminster

value: Sichuan Yummy Food is a restaurant located in Vancouver at street level on Twelfth Street. It provides a convenient food stop for touring cyclists passing through the neighborhood.

value: Sichuan Yummy Food

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


value: 686 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3K3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 59m; stands (3 spaces) at 68m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 82m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (8 spaces) at 100m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Pistachio Sweetery Café is a Downtown Vancouver café specializing in traditional Turkish coffee and Middle Eastern sweets, including baklava, kunafa, and pistachio cheesecake made with ingredients sourced from the Middle East and Mediterranean. It positions itself as a cultural crossroads in the heart of the city, blending Turkish coffee tradition with Arabic and Middle Eastern flavours. Indoor seating is available and the café is wheelchair accessible.

google_place_id: ChIJkWBVnUJxhlQRREmdKdiZjdc

value: Pistachio Sweetery Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 1420 Quadra Street, Victoria, V8W2L1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 58m; rack (covered) at 61m; stands (10 spaces) at 74m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Mantu is an Afghan cuisine restaurant in downtown Victoria serving traditional dishes including grilled kebabs, bolani (stuffed pastries), and the eponymous mantu dumplings. The menu spans meat, vegetarian, and vegan options and is available for online ordering. The restaurant also offers catering services for events.

value: Mantu

detail: Multiple dishes explicitly labeled 'Vegan' (Dal Bolani, Potato Bolani, Kadu Bolani, Ashuk) and 'Vegetarian' (Spinach Bolani) on the menu page

signal: Entrees $15.75–$26.75; kebab combos $49–55


value: Langley

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 77m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Ricky's All Day Grill

signal: chain 'ricky'


value: 6582 Applecross Road, Nanaimo, BC V9V 0A4

community: Nanaimo

value: Simonholt is a locally operated full-service restaurant in Nanaimo's north end, featuring a mainly from-scratch kitchen with a focus on fresh local seafood, an extensive wine selection, and a fully stocked bar. The restaurant offers three patios including a rooftop deck with ocean and mountain views, and can accommodate groups of up to 150 for corporate and club events. It regularly hosts live music from local and touring artists, giving it a lively community atmosphere well beyond a typical dinner stop.

value: Simonholt Food & Drink

signal: scratch kitchen, seafood, set menus $25-35; ~$22-34pp

wow_evidence: three patios including a rooftop deck with ocean and mountain views … regularly hosts live music


value: 2036 London Lane, Whistler, BC

community: Whistler

value: Legends Whistler is a condominium-style slopeside lodge at Whistler Creekside, offering 1-3 bedroom suites with full kitchens just steps from the Creekside Gondola. Several suites overlook the Dave Murray ski run, site of the 2010 Winter Olympic Alpine events. The property is part of a small group of three Creekside hotels and caters primarily to families and groups seeking spacious self-catering accommodation.

value: Legends Hotel

signal: Slopeside suites, full kitchens, Whistler premier ski destination, condominium-style lodge


value: 4651 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 27m; rack at 80m; rack at 83m.

community: Richmond

value: Real Canadian Superstore


value: 4450 Happy Valley Road, Victoria, BC

blurb: Pioneer farm museum in a barn beside Metchosin's farmers market.

community: Metchosin

value: A volunteer-run heritage museum housed in a converted horse barn on the municipal grounds of the District of Metchosin. The collection focuses on pioneer-era farm machinery, rural artifacts, and local history from the Metchosin area. Located next to the Metchosin Farmers' Market on Happy Valley Road, it makes a quirky stop for cyclists exploring the rural roads west of Victoria.

theme: history

value: Metchosin Pioneer Museum

signal: volunteer pioneer museum, donation entry

wow_evidence: Volunteer barn museum of pioneer farm machinery beside the farmers market.


value: 6145 Genoa Bay Road, Duncan, BC V9L 5T7

community: Duncan

value: The Shipyard Restaurant & Pub occupies an authentic converted boat-building facility right on the waterfront at Maple Bay Marina, with views of Bird's Eye Cove and regular activity from boats and float planes. The menu centers on fresh seafood — particularly the house clam chowder and fish and chips — drawing loyal regulars who drive from Victoria specifically for the food. A seasonal patio and casual marina-side pub atmosphere make it a memorable stop on a coastal cycling route.

value: The Shipyard Restaurant & Pub

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: authentic converted boat-building facility right on the waterfront at Maple Bay Marina... loyal regulars who drive from Victoria specifically for the food


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

community: Surrey

value: New York Fries


value: 1505 Bay Avenue, Trail, V1R 4B2

blurb: Trail's public library in the Riverfront Centre, sharing the building with the museum.

community: Trail

value: The Trail & District Public Library is a busy community hub in Trail, BC, serving residents of all ages with programs ranging from STEAM labs and drum circles to tech coaching and senior yoga. It runs a 'Book Bike' outreach program, signalling a genuine connection to active and low-barrier community access. The library explicitly commits to being a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space under the Accessible BC Act, which bodes well for drop-in visitors.

value: Trail & District Public Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Active library in the Riverfront Centre with Book Bike outreach; ordinary library band.


value: Texas Smoke BBQ is a mobile, wood-smoked BBQ operation based in the Fraser Valley, specializing in authentic Texas-style slow-smoked meats — brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and sausages cooked low and slow over wood. They rotate between several fixed venue partners across Langley, Vancouver, and Surrey (including Barnes Harley-Davidson and Potters Nursery), and also offer full-service event catering and pre-order platters with 48-hour notice. A picnic area is available at at least some stops, making it a legitimate mid-ride fuel option in the Lower Mainland.

value: Texas BBQ

detail: FAQ confirms gluten-free options: brisket, sausage, tex mex pulled pork (no sauce), beef rib (no sauce), beans, coleslaw, corn salad

signal: Food truck BBQ operation; explicit instruction: food trucks are band 1

wow_evidence: We operate as a mobile BBQ and catering service...We run food trucks and cater events


value: 4297 Hastings Street

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 8m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 11m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 17m; rack at 33m; stands (8 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'


blurb: Old-growth conservancy near Sandspit; the Louise Dover Trail loops a salmon river.

community: Sandspit

value: A heritage site and conservancy on Haida Gwaii covering 822 hectares near the community of Sandspit on North Moresby Island. The site protects old-growth cedar and hemlock forests with Haida cultural values, productive marine foreshore habitat, and overwintering grounds for Brant geese. The popular Louise Dover Trail is a 4 km moderate loop along a salmon river through ancient forest.

label: salmon run

months: September October November

value: Damaxyaa Heritage Site/Conservancy

wow_evidence: Conservancy near Sandspit with the 4 km Louise Dover Trail along a salmon river through ancient forest.


value: 12473 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2J4

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 2950 Glen Drive, V3B 0J1

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Coquitlam

value: Browns Socialhouse is a restaurant in the North Vancouver town centre. It offers a convenient meal stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Browns Socialhouse

signal: Browns Socialhouse chain (confirmed); ~$20-30pp


value: KM 419 BC 37, Dease Lake

community: Dease Lake

value: Dease Lake Informal Camping

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 1607 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC

value: Kim's Korean BBQ House is a Korean barbecue restaurant located on Bowen Road in Nanaimo. Korean BBQ restaurants typically centre the dining experience on table-top grills where guests cook marinated meats, making them a satisfying stop for a hungry touring cyclist looking for a hearty, social meal.

value: Kim's Korean BBQ House

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

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 3444 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, V5K 2A6

community: Vancouver

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 44m; rack (4 spaces) at 50m; rack at 56m; rack (2 spaces) at 80m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: BC Liquor Store


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 61m; rack (3 spaces) at 97m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Langford

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: 490 Fernhill Rd, Mayne Island, BC V0N 2J2, Canada

community: Mayne Island

value: Mayne Brewing is a craft brewery in Sidney specializing in locally produced beer. It serves as a potential stop for touring cyclists passing through the area seeking refreshment at a local business.

value: Mayne Brewing

signal: amenity=bar


value: 1990 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar

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

community: Castlegar

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 2611 East 48th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 24m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: 88 Supermarket is a Canadian-owned authentic Asian market offering a wide selection of Asian and western foods, including live seafood, exotic fruits, hard-to-find vegetables, fresh dairy, and a bakery department. It operates a loyalty club card and runs weekly specials, making it a value-oriented stop for resupply. A second location has opened in Richmond, indicating a growing regional presence.

value: 88 Supermarket

wow_evidence: Canadian-owned authentic Asian market


value: 930 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6Z 3G5

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (68 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (4 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (12 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 95m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 130 spaces.

value: Trees Cheesecake & Organic Coffee has been a Vancouver institution since 1996, roasting small-batch organic beans in-house and pairing them with award-winning homemade cheesecakes made fresh daily in rotating flavours. The Burrard Street location is one of roughly 13–14 Vancouver cafes operated as a mix of corporate and franchised outlets. Cyclists stopping here can expect a full cafe menu of sandwiches, baked goods, teas, and cold drinks alongside the signature coffee and cheesecake.

value: Trees Organic Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: Vancouver institution since 1996, roasting small-batch organic beans in-house... award-winning homemade cheesecakes... roughly 13–14 Vancouver cafes


category: Transport

community: Squamish

source: llm-examine

value: On-demand taxi operating 24/7 out of Squamish, BC, covering local trips and airport runs to Vancouver (YVR); bike racks fitted on all vehicles, advance notice requested.

value: Squamish Taxi Ltd.

origin: transport

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail

wow_evidence: on-demand taxi operating 24/7 out of Squamish


value: 701 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 33m; rack (6 spaces) at 63m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: A Vietnamese fast-food restaurant in Vancouver offering indoor seating for casual dining. Serves Vietnamese cuisine in a convenient fast-food format, providing a quick meal option for touring cyclists in the area.

value: Vina Vietnamese


value: 2271 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 9C3

community: Courtenay

value: Stone Tree Cottage is a private, self-catered 750 sq ft vacation cottage in Courtenay's Comox Valley, set within one acre of owner-cultivated botanical gardens that back onto a 20-acre nature park with walking trails. The fenced and gated property offers genuine seclusion, with two bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen for self-sufficient stays. It sits minutes from downtown Courtenay, making it a quiet base from which to explore the wider Comox Valley by bike.

value: Stone Tree Cottage

signal: $160/night with 2-night minimum stay

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 539 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Bowen Island

value: A French-inspired café perched on a small hill above the Snug Cove ferry landing on Bowen Island, with sweeping views of ocean, mountains, and forest. In operation since 2009, it draws both locals and visitors with fresh-baked breads, viennoiserie, rich lattes, and grilled paninis. For touring cyclists arriving by ferry, it offers a welcoming first stop with outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, and vegetarian and vegan options.

value: Artisan Eats Café & Fine Foods

detail: No gluten-free mention in OSM or website

detail: Not wheelchair accessible

wow_evidence: In operation since 2009 … outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, and vegetarian and vegan options … welcoming first stop … arriving by ferry


community: Lang Bay

value: A paddle-in overnight stop at the start of the portage between Beaver Lake and Dodd Lake, accessed by paddling north across the lake; with only one site and no confirmed amenities, it is essentially inaccessible to loaded touring cyclists.

value: Beaver North Recreation Site


value: 1090 Main Street, Valemount, V0E 2Z0

blurb: Valemount's community museum in the old train station area.

community: Valemount

value: The Valemount & Area Museum is a community heritage museum on Main Street in Valemount, a small mountain town at the junction of the Rockies, Cariboos, and Monashees. It documents the history of the Valemount region and its people, offering touring cyclists a cultural stop in one of BC's most scenic interior corridors. Valemount is a natural waypoint on routes between Jasper and the rest of BC's interior.

value: Valemount & Area Museum

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: small-town community museum; admission/donation under $15

wow_evidence: Community heritage museum on Main Street; modest stop.


value: 10015 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1Y7

blurb: Fort St. John's public library, lending everything from books to robotics kits.

community: Fort St. John

value: The Fort St. John Public Library is a community cornerstone in BC's northeastern Peace River region, serving Fort St. John and surrounding rural areas as a non-profit library association independent of direct municipal tax funding. Beyond books, the library offers 3D printing, iPad and robotics lending, digital e-book and audiobook collections, and a broad range of programs for all ages. Touring cyclists passing through Fort St. John would find a welcoming public space with public computers and a variety of free community resources.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Fort St. John Public Library

wow_evidence: Association-run library with maker lending; ordinary library band.


value: 368 Vancouver Ave, Penticton BC V2A 1A5

community: Penticton

value: The Bench Market is a long-established South Okanagan food destination in Penticton combining a full-service eatery, espresso bar, and artisan grocery under one roof, built around a strong commitment to local sourcing — BC free-run eggs, ethically raised meats, and seasonal produce delivered directly from regional farms. It has been featured in the Vancouver Sun, Washington Post, Food Network, and numerous travel publications, and the Penticton Herald noted it had been 'brewing strong after 15 years.' Touring cyclists can dine in, grab takeaway, or stock up on house-made granolas, artisan goods, and take-and-bake Bench-made meals from the market shelves.

value: The Bench Market

detail: Menu page labels multiple items 'Vegan' (Vegan Bench Breakfast Plate, Vegan Power Cereal, Vegan Bowl, Veggie Benny, Vegan Benny, etc.) and states 'Gluten-aware options available. Please ask when ordering.'

signal: eatery/espresso/grocery, local sourcing, brunch; ~$16-24pp


value: 378 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, V5Y 1M4

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; rack (10 spaces) at 11m; stands (5 spaces) at 16m; bollard (2 spaces) at 17m; bollard (6 spaces) at 40m; stands at 42m; bollard (2 spaces) at 47m; bollard (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 31 spaces.

value: A Jewish bakery and deli in Vancouver specializing in bagels and traditional baked goods. Provides a convenient food stop for touring cyclists with outdoor seating. Located on West 7th Avenue.

value: Solly's Bagelry

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 4512 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, V6R 2J1

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; rack (7 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; rack (5 spaces) at 61m; rack (5 spaces) at 84m; rack (7 spaces) at 87m; rack (5 spaces) at 89m. Total: 49 spaces.

value: Sun Sushi is a sushi restaurant on West 10th Avenue in Vancouver. It serves sit-down diners in a neighborhood setting, offering a convenient place for touring cyclists to stop for a meal.

value: Sun Sushi


value: 4828 Yellowhead Highway, V8G 1L6

community: Terrace

value: Sandman Hotel Terrace is a full-service chain hotel on the Yellowhead Highway in Terrace, BC, offering an indoor pool, fitness centre, and an on-site Denny's restaurant with room service. The property has earned Silver Certification from GreenStep Solutions under Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards, reflecting an active sustainability program. All room types include a fridge, microwave, and free parking, making it a practical base for touring cyclists passing through the Skeena region.

value: Sandman Hotel Terrace

detail: On-site Denny's restaurant with room service, confirmed on amenities page and individual room pages

signal: Genuine Sandman Hotel Terrace, full-service

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 1890 Boxwood Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5Y2

community: Nanaimo

value: Arbutus Distillery is a BC-classified craft distillery in Nanaimo that brews, ferments, distils, and bottles all its spirits on-site using 100% BC-grown fermentables and many botanicals grown on the property. Its award-winning lineup includes Canadian Single Malt Whisky, Canadian Rye Whisky, brandy, absinthe, and gin. Visiting cyclists can sample and purchase bottles directly at the on-site Tasting Lounge, which also offers weekend cocktail service.

value: Arbutus Distillery

signal: Craft distillery tasting room


value: 1697 Venables Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 2H1

value: Uprising Breads Bakery Café is a 40-plus-year community institution at the corner of Venables and Commercial Drive in East Vancouver, baking multigrain breads, pastries, and honey-sweetened goods on site every morning. The café serves a full lunch menu of homemade soups, hot savory items, and sandwiches made on fresh-baked bread, alongside espresso drinks. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available in a bright, welcoming space that locals describe as a neighborhood meeting spot.

value: Uprising Breads Bakery

detail: About page states lunchtime offerings include 'homemade soups and salads, hot savory items and a variety of sandwiches, made on our own fresh baked breads'


value: 2134 Keating Cross Road

community: Central Saanich

value: Liquor Express is a liquor retail store on Keating Cross Road on the Saanich Peninsula, serving the area between Victoria and Sidney. The store sells beer, wine, and spirits and may be a convenient stop for cycling tourists passing through on routes connecting the ferry terminal at Swartz Bay with the broader peninsula. No cycling-specific amenity information is currently verifiable.

value: The Liquor Co. 1977 – Keating

subcategory: Liquor Store


community: Surrey

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 4787 Clark St, Lac La Hache, BC V0K 1T0

blurb: Small community library beside Highway 97 in Lac la Hache.

community: Lac la Hache

value: The Lac la Hache Branch is a small community library operated by the Cariboo Regional District Library system, serving the rural Lac la Hache area along Highway 97 in the Cariboo. It offers access to the full CRDL network including interlibrary loans, digital resources, and e-books through a single community librarian. For cyclists riding the Interior plateau, it is a rare public amenity in an otherwise remote stretch between 100 Mile House and Williams Lake.

days_closed: Mo Tu Fr Su

value: Lac la Hache Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: Small rural library branch; ordinary intrinsic delight.


value: 4000 Columbia Valley Road, Cultus Lake, BC V2R 5H6

community: Cultus Lake

value: Legends Bistro is the clubhouse restaurant at Cultus Lake Golf Club, set in a beautiful solarium with views of the fairways and surrounding mountains. It serves the public year-round across breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a menu spanning American classics, pizza, sandwiches, and salads alongside a full bar. Themed weekly dinner nights and proximity to Cultus Lake's recreational area make it a natural stop for cyclists passing through the Columbia Valley corridor.

value: Legends Bistro

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 79m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Steve's Poke

signal: Steve's Poke Bar; ~$13-16


value: 1232 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1R5

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 23m; stands (10 spaces) at 24m; stands (5 spaces) at 28m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 34m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (18 spaces, covered) at 40m; stands (5 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 78 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: 4 Brothers Pizza is a pizza-focused fast-food restaurant on Howe Street in downtown Vancouver, positioning itself on quality ingredients and consistent results. The shop has indoor seating and accepts credit and debit cards, making it a convenient urban stop. It also operates a second location on Commercial Drive.

value: 4 Brothers Pizza

wow_evidence: second location on Commercial Drive


value: 110 Brew Street, Port Moody

community: Port Moody

value: Sushi Mura

signal: Sushi Mura; ~$15-25pp


value: 975 Central Street West, V2M 3C8

community: Prince George

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: 14877 108 Avenue, Surrey, V3R 1W2

value: Church's Chicken is a fast food chain specializing in fried chicken, offering quick takeaway meals. This Surrey location provides a convenient food stop for touring cyclists needing a quick break.

value: Church's Chicken


value: 4428 Beresford Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (11 spaces, covered) at 12m; stands (6 spaces) at 39m; stands (10 spaces) at 50m; stands (10 spaces) at 57m; stands at 66m; stands at 74m; stands at 83m; rack (10 spaces) at 90m; stands (5 spaces) at 93m. Total: 52 spaces.

value: Chungchun


value: 1606 Cecil Lake Road

community: Goodlow

value: Goodlow Store is a small convenience shop serving the rural Goodlow community along Cecil Lake Road in the Peace River region of northeastern British Columbia. As one of the only resupply points in this remote stretch of Northern BC, it would be a significant stop for any touring cyclist passing through the area. The store's existence is documented in a Wikimedia Commons photograph, confirming a physical roadside presence.

value: Goodlow General Store


value: 22200 Fraser Highway, Langley, BC V3A 3T2

blurb: Rec centre with wave pool, sauna, steam room, and climbing wall.

community: Langley

value: W.C. Blair Recreation Centre is a large municipal recreation facility operated by the Township of Langley, featuring a free-form wave pool with six 25-metre lanes, a climbing wall, spray lagoon, sauna, steam room, and whirlpool. The centre offers a full range of fitness amenities including cardio and weight rooms alongside extensive aquatic programming. Touring cyclists would find useful services here including change rooms, showers, and quarter-operated lockers.

theme: recreation

value: W.C. Blair Recreation Centre

detail: Website lists quarter-operated lockers (Canadian quarters only)

detail: Website lists change rooms with a hand-held shower head under accessibility features; standard showers implied by full change room facilities at an aquatic centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Wave pool, sauna, steam room, whirlpool — pool ladder 1/2.


value: 5771 Marine Way, Burnaby

value: Sungiven Foods is a Metro Vancouver Asian supermarket chain emphasizing natural, less-processed products with over 500 private-label items certified to international quality standards. The Burnaby location on Marine Way stocks a wide range of produce, meat, seafood, dairy, and packaged goods alongside a prepared-foods counter called Sungiven Kitchen. The chain operates across Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, Surrey, White Rock, Coquitlam, and Langley, making it a recognizable resupply option for cyclists touring the Lower Mainland.

value: Sungiven Foods

detail: Website shows a 'Ready to Eat' category and a 'Sungiven Kitchen' section with multiple named prepared dishes (e.g., Sweet & Sour Pork, Korean Army Stew, Braised Tofu with Minced Pork), indicating an in-store prepared/hot food offering


community: North Vancouver

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'


community: Richmond

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 6403 Cottonwood Drive, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V3

community: Osoyoos

value: Sage Pub & Liquor Store is a combined full-service pub and liquor store in Osoyoos, BC, in the heart of the Okanagan cycling corridor. The pub offers a wide dine-in and takeout menu spanning hand-made pizzas, chicken wings, ribs, poutine, and entrées, alongside weekly events such as trivia nights and karaoke. The attached liquor store operates daily, making it a convenient stop for touring cyclists looking to resupply or sit down for a hot meal after a ride.

value: Sage Liquor Store

detail: Gluten-free pizza crust available (10"); menu includes Vegetarian pizza and a Veggie Platter

wow_evidence: full-service pub and liquor store... hand-made pizzas, chicken wings, ribs, poutine... daily-open liquor store


value: 4381 Gallant Avenue, Deep Cove, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 41m; rack (3 spaces) at 54m; stands (1 space) at 77m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: DIP Co. Delights is a family-run gourmet sandwich shop in Deep Cove built around Focabari, the Daniali family's signature house-baked bread that fuses Italian focaccia with Persian barbari. Opened in 2022, the shop imports specialty cured meats, cheeses, and olive oils directly from Europe to craft bold European-Middle Eastern fusion sandwiches. Deep Cove is a popular cycling destination, making this a standout food stop for riders exploring the area.

value: Dip Co Delights

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food

wow_evidence: family-run gourmet sandwich shop in Deep Cove... Focabari, the Daniali family's signature house-baked bread


value: 3315 Pleasant Valley Road, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0

blurb: Armstrong's lacrosse box and sports arena.

community: Armstrong

value: Hassen Memorial Arena is a lacrosse-tagged sports centre recorded in OpenStreetMap near Vernon, BC. Beyond its sport designation, very little verifiable detail is available about this facility from the sources at hand. Touring cyclists in the area may find limited services here without further on-the-ground confirmation.

value: Hassen Memorial Arena

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Lacrosse-tagged sports facility in Armstrong; thin record, public-rec profile.


value: 36671 Lougheed Hwy, Mission 1, BC V2V 4J1, Canada

community: Dewdney

value: Sarpino's Pizzeria


value: 323 Semlin Drive

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 76m.

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters is a locally owned specialty coffee roastery established in East Vancouver in 2014, now operating eight cafe locations across Metro Vancouver. The Semlin Drive location is one of the company's neighbourhood cafes serving expertly roasted specialty coffee alongside food and freshly baked goods. Pallet is known for its community-minded ethos, direct ethical sourcing relationships with coffee farmers, and a strong following in Vancouver's specialty coffee scene.

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 4380 Number 3 Road, Unit 1055, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 84m; rack at 91m; rack at 91m.

value: One Cafe (正斗茶記 in Cantonese) is a Chinese fast food café situated inside a unit at 4380 Number 3 Road in Richmond's busy commercial corridor. The Cantonese name 正斗茶記 is associated with a Hong Kong-style café format, suggesting a local and culturally distinct dining experience. The business was field-checked and confirmed open as recently as February 2026.

value: One Cafe

wow_evidence: 正斗茶記 in Cantonese... Hong Kong-style café format, suggesting a local and culturally distinct dining experience


value: 43 Paul St, Port Hardy, BC V0N2P0

blurb: Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw-owned fishing and wildlife charters from Port Hardy.

community: Port Hardy

value: Skookum Fishing Charters is a proudly Indigenous-owned and operated company run by Albert Charlie of the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nation, offering halibut and salmon sport fishing, whale-watching, and tours of the Nakwakto Rapids through traditional Indigenous ocean territories near Port Hardy. The company provides culturally immersive experiences including access to little-known North Island sights like Indian Beach and historic coastal landmarks only reachable by boat. A touring cyclist looking for a memorable West Coast adventure could book a half- or full-day excursion from Port Hardy.

label: salmon & halibut season

months: June July August September

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Skookum Fishing Charters

origin: manual

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Indigenous-owned fishing/whale charters; $150+/person (N/A-to-Premium re-split)

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned (Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw) fishing charter with whale watching and Nakwakto tours. Charter ladder 1/2. Filed as Museum / Gallery — wrong.


value: 222 Victoria Street, Kamloops

community: Kamloops

value: Cycle Logic is a well-established multi-location BC bicycle shop — with branches in Kamloops, Prince George, Quesnel, Revelstoke, and Williams Lake — operating a full repair department out of its downtown Kamloops location. As a certified Shimano Service Center staffed by professionally trained mechanics, the shop handles everything from minor adjustments to complete overhauls, with bike fitting services also available. The retail floor covers a wide range of bicycles including e-bikes, a comprehensive parts selection, clothing, and accessories.

value: Cycle Logic

detail: walk-ins are welcome in all of our service departments

wow_evidence: certified Shimano Service Center staffed by professionally trained mechanics, walk-ins are welcome with no appointment required


value: 622 12th St, New Westminster, BC V3M 4J4

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

community: New Westminster

value: Donair Star is a fast-food donair restaurant in New Westminster serving generously portioned wraps featuring lamb, chicken, beef, and falafel, alongside rice platters and salads. It has built a local following for bold flavors, fair value, and notably warm service from the owners. Outdoor seating is available, making it a reasonable stop for a hearty, quick meal mid-ride.

value: Donair Star

detail: Website explicitly references 'quick takeaway meal' and 'grabbing takeaway after a long day' as dining options

detail: Website lists Super Falafel Donair ('chickpea goodness wrapped in soft bread, packed with vegetables and sauces') as a vegetarian menu item


label: fly fishing season

months: April May September October

community: Big White

value: A remote 20-hectare hike-in lake in the Okanagan backcountry, reached via a 3 km trail from the Kettle River FSR trailhead; the rustic shoreside tent site suits fly-fishing anglers, but loaded bikes must be left at the parking area.

value: Copper Kettle Lake Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 2268 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, V6K 1N8

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; rack (5 spaces) at 46m; stands (7 spaces) at 50m; rack (5 spaces) at 52m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (3 spaces) at 86m; rack (5 spaces) at 86m; rack (5 spaces) at 87m. Total: 64 spaces.

value: Simit Bakery is a bakery and cafe offering takeaway service in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood. Simit is a type of Turkish bread, suggesting a specialized bakery focus. A practical food stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Simit Bakery


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 53m; stands (10 spaces) at 54m; rack (9 spaces) at 61m; stands (8 spaces) at 77m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 83m; stands (8 spaces) at 93m. Total: 48 spaces.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 35 Nanaimo River Road

blurb: Aerial ropes courses and bungy jumping over the Nanaimo River.

community: Cassidy

value: WildPlay Element Park is an outdoor adventure park near the Nanaimo River offering aerial obstacle courses through the forest canopy, ziplines, a bungy jump, a giant primal swing, and axe throwing. The park features multiple course difficulty levels—including a kids' course and an extreme course reaching 60 feet high—and is part of a multi-location BC chain. It makes for a memorable active detour for touring cyclists seeking an adrenaline break mid-route.

theme: adventure

value: WildPlay Element Park

detail: Drinks and snacks for sale at Guest Services, confirmed on both Plan Your Visit and FAQ pages

detail: FAQ states 'There are lockers at the park for storing valuab[les]' (text truncated but lockers confirmed)

signal: WildPlay aerial courses/bungy; passes ~$45-90

wow_evidence: Aerial courses, ziplines, and the Nanaimo River bungy jump — story-at-dinner thrill stop (BC chain, chain rule noted).


value: 965 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (4 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (8 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Good Co. Granville is a lively bar and entertainment venue on Granville Street in downtown Vancouver, part of a four-location chain offering food, drinks, games, and sports viewing. The venue runs a packed calendar of regular events including salsa and bachata dance nights, music video bingo, trivia competitions, and live TV watch parties on a large LED screen. It is non-smoking throughout, wheelchair accessible, and accepts both credit and debit cards.

value: Good Co. Granville

detail: Menu includes Sofritas Tacos (vegan), Veggie Dumplings, Veggie Burger (mushroom-rice patty with avocado mayo), Glory Bowl (fried tofu, quinoa, mixed greens), and a gluten-free vegan bun substitute option

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: part of a four-location chain


community: Beavermouth

value: A free BC forest rec site on a forested bench overlooking Kinbasket Lake, reached by driving 40 km on the Bush River Forest Road and then 2.5 km further west; no confirmed facilities or water, so arrive fully self-sufficient.

value: Esplanade Bay

wow_evidence: 40 km on the Bush River Forest Road... no confirmed facilities or water


value: 4295 Blackcomb Wy #123, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 95m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: % Arabica is an internationally recognized specialty coffee brand with a striking Whistler Village location designed around the theme of ice caves, featuring white metal mesh domes suspended across the ceiling. The counter is positioned centrally for clear sightlines from the entrance, creating an open, welcoming atmosphere suited to all weather conditions. It is part of a global network of architecturally distinctive cafés known for high-quality coffee sourced from around the world.

value: % Arabica

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 2690 West Island Highway

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Qualicum Beach Inn is a 32-room oceanside hotel situated directly beside Qualicum's longest sandy beach and a seawall park on Vancouver Island. Formerly the Old Dutch Inn, the property was fully renovated in 2015 into a boutique-style hotel with most rooms offering views of the Strait of Georgia and private patio or balcony access. A touring cyclist finishing a day on the Island Highway will find the hotel just steps from the beach with an on-site restaurant, lounge, heated indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna.

value: Qualicum Beach Inn

detail: On-site Restaurant and Lounge; website states 'Arrange a reservation with the front desk.'

detail: About page lists 'Qualicum Foods - Quality Foods' under a dedicated 'Groceries' heading as a nearby option

signal: fully renovated boutique oceanside hotel beside Qualicum beach; $200-280

wow_evidence: heated indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna


value: 101 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, V3K 4X8

community: Coquitlam

value: Winners


value: 536 Main Street, Penticton

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

community: Penticton

value: Angry Vegan is a vegan-focused cafe located on Main Street in Penticton. It specializes in vegan and vegetarian cuisine. The downtown location provides a convenient dining option for touring cyclists.

value: Angry Vegan

detail: OSM confirms vegan and vegetarian options (). Gluten-free not specified


value: 10391 Chase Road, Lake Country

community: Lake Country

value: Sohal Orchards is a supermarket in Lake Country, BC offering groceries for local residents and traveling cyclists. Located on Chase Road, it provides convenient access to supplies for those passing through the community.

value: Sohal Orchards

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 114 Purvis Lane, Ganges, V8K 2S5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 28m; stands (6 spaces) at 34m; rack at 96m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Ganges

value: Thrifty Foods


value: 2568 Kingsway, Vancouver

community: Vancouver

value: Ganh Vietnamese Kitchen is an Indochine-inspired sit-down restaurant on Vancouver's Kingsway corridor serving authentic dishes including signature Pho, Bun Bo Hue, Bun Ca, Bun Rieu Cua, and Com Tam prepared by Vietnamese descendants with traditional techniques. The elegantly appointed interior is designed for private dining, business meetings, and group events with large communal tables. Founded to introduce Vietnamese culinary heritage to Canadian diners, Ganh emphasizes hand-selected spices and dedicated dipping sauces for each dish.

value: Ganh Vietnamese Kitchen

signal: Vietnamese pho, elegant sit-down; ~$14-22pp


value: 5740 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z5

value: New Bhaia Sweet Shop and Restaurant has been a community fixture on Fraser Street since 1997, specializing in East Indian sweets and widely known for their beef, chicken, and veggie samosas. The kitchen offers a broad menu of South Asian classics — butter chicken, lamb and goat curries, biryani, and tandoori dishes — alongside catering services for larger occasions. For a touring cyclist rolling through South Vancouver, it is a reliable stop for a sit-down or take-away meal with real depth of menu.

value: New Bhaia Sweet Shop and Restaurant

detail: Website lists veggie samosa and a dedicated Vegetarian menu category

signal: Daily take-out specials: Butter Chicken $14, Chicken Curry $14, Lamb Curry $15


value: 246 Riverbend Road, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2N2

community: Dashwood

value: Cedar Grove sits along the Little Qualicum River in Qualicum Beach with a clear summer swimming hole and forested sites, within walking distance of sandy ocean beaches, seafood restaurants, and a Saturday farmers market. Open year-round, it's a well-maintained private campground with 108 sites—ideal for families and cyclists exploring central Vancouver Island.

value: Cedar Grove RV Park & Campground

wow_evidence: family-owned since 2007 … clear summer swimming hole … within walking distance of sandy ocean beaches


value: 8140 120 St Unit 106, Surrey, BC V3W 3N3, Canada

community: Surrey

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: Willow - Thursday Creek FSR, Sinclair Mills, BC V2K 5E4, Canada

months: May June July

community: Stoner

value: A compact, single-group site nestled at the edge of Ispah Lake, reached by a long forest service road south of Prince George; a fire ring, picnic table, and pit toilet are on site, and the lake yields wild rainbow trout with no motorized boats allowed.

value: Ispah Lake Recreation Site


value: 240 - 3033 Immel St, Abbotsford, BC V2S 4L3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 70m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: The Rendezvous Restaurant is a family-owned Greek and Italian restaurant established in 1994 and located in Abbotsford's Old Clayburn Mall. It serves pizza, pasta, and traditional Greek dishes, with house-made dressings and sauces as signature items — including the famous Rendezvous Dressing, available by the bottle to take home. A warm, casual dining room and the ability to host private groups of 20–45 make it a practical stop for cycling groups passing through the Fraser Valley.

value: The Rendezvous Restaurant

detail: Website states 'For takeout please call 604-853-9911'; in-house delivery also available after 4pm

signal: family Greek/Italian; ~$16-26pp


value: 768 5th Avenue, Stewart, BC

community: Stewart

value: A Mexican restaurant in Stewart, BC, operated under the name El Tostador (formerly Toastworks). The restaurant offers outdoor seating and accommodates large vehicles. Washroom facilities are available on site.

value: El Tostador

signal: Mexican, Stewart; ~$14-22pp


value: 12884 96 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3V 6A8

value: Mr Pickwick's Fish & Chips is a fish and chips restaurant on 96 Avenue in Surrey, BC. It is listed in OSM as an active restaurant with a Facebook presence. Cyclists passing through Surrey's 96 Avenue corridor could find it a convenient stop, though amenity details remain unverified.

value: Mr Pickwick's Fish & Chips

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


community: Chilliwack

value: Donair Affair

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 2109 Alberta St, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3K4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Honest to Pete Coffee Roasters is a Vancouver café and micro-roastery founded by Peter, who developed an air-roasting technique he credits with producing a smoother, richer cup with a smaller environmental footprint. The shop sells its own house roasts — including the flagship Retrospresso blend — alongside barista equipment and accessories, and offers local delivery as well as in-store pickup. A blog post titled 'Espresso on wheels' suggests some community connection to cycling culture.

value: Honest to Pete Roasters


value: 355 Front Street, Tumbler Ridge, V0C 2W0

community: Tumbler Ridge

value: FreshMart

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 9504 Canyon Dr, Hudson's Hope, British Columbia, Canada

community: Hudson's Hope

value: Stillwater Inn & Suites is a modern long-term-stay hotel in Hudson's Hope, a small community on the Peace River in northeast BC's spectacular Peace River Valley. Every room includes a full kitchenette with apartment-sized fridge, stove, and cookware — practical for multi-night touring stays. The area offers easy access to the WAC Bennett Dam, dinosaur fossil sites, hiking, and river activities.

value: Stillwater Inn

detail: Complimentary continental breakfast included for all guests

detail: Coin operated guest laundry facilities listed in amenities

detail: Ice and vending machines listed in amenities

signal: long-stay kitchenette hotel in Hudson's Hope, corporate/worker focus; ~$110-140


blurb: Historic CN railway station museum on Prince Rupert's waterfront.

community: Prince Rupert

value: Kwinitsa Station Museum is a historic Canadian National Railway station building that was relocated to Prince Rupert's waterfront, preserved as a snapshot of the region's railway-building era. It is administered by the Museum of Northern British Columbia, which stewards the natural and cultural heritage of the Northwest Coast. For touring cyclists arriving by ferry or passing through Prince Rupert, it offers a compact, walkable piece of local industrial history near the waterfront.

value: Kwinitsa Station Museum

signal: Adult admission $9

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Relocated CN station on the waterfront, run by the Museum of Northern BC; compact railway-era stop.