value: 602 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1Y6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Beaucoup Bakery & Café is an award-winning French patisserie founded in 2012, now operating its flagship downtown location inside the historic St. Regis Hotel on Dunsmuir Street. Co-owned by Betty and Jacky Hung, it blends classic French viennoiserie techniques with Asian-inspired ingredients, producing signature items like the Peking Duck Croissant, Yuzu Almond Financier, and Golden Mochi Croissant alongside espresso drinks and savoury seasonal sandwiches. It has been recognized by Lonely Planet, Forbes Travel Guide, and USA Today as one of Vancouver's top culinary destinations.

value: Beaucoup Bakery


source: enrichment

value: 6367 Hammond Bay Road

category: Food & Drink

community: Nanaimo

value: A Korean restaurant and market located in Nanaimo. Website access failed, preventing verification of amenities and services. Contact directly for details.

value: Horang

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

signal: Korean restaurant & market; ~$18-28pp

source: judgement

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: info


value: 3194 Jacklin Road, Langford, BC V9B 5J9

community: Langford

value: My Name Is Sushi is a Japanese restaurant on Jacklin Road in Langford offering a broad menu of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki, teriyaki, udon, donburi, and bento boxes. The restaurant supports online ordering with pickup, delivery, and dine-in options, and has been noted for gluten-free sushi options. It is a neighbourhood spot in the Westshore area of Greater Victoria.

value: My Name Is Sushi

detail: Blog post titled 'Gluten Free Sushi' confirms gluten-free options are available; vegetarian/vegan status not explicitly stated

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


community: Campbell River

source: osm

value: Booster Juice

origin: chain

ownership: Buy Canadian

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'booster juice'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 2734 Murray Street, Port Moody, BC V3H 1X2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 79m; stands (6 spaces) at 84m. Total: 18 spaces.

blurb: Heritage museum in a 1908 CPR station on Murray Street.

category: Attractions

community: Port Moody

value: PoMo Museum is a community heritage museum housed in a relocated 1908 CPR Train Station on Murray Street in Port Moody, owned and operated by the Port Moody Heritage Society since the late 1970s. The museum features historical exhibitions, a 1921 Venosta train car, and a Meditation Garden, making it a distinctive stop on Port Moody's heritage corridor. Cyclists riding the Shoreline Trail area will find this a culturally rich detour with ties to the railway history that shaped the region.

dwell: half

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: mixed

theme: history

value: PoMo Museum

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

confidence: medium

label: Free

signal: heritage society station museum, admission by donation

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: The Port Moody Heritage Society's 1908 CPR station museum — current brand name wins the dupe pair.


community: Burnaby

value: Tim Hortons

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 6681 MacPherson Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5H 3Z6

value: Little Caesars is a national pizza chain franchise offering carryout and delivery pizza at this Burnaby location. The store operates on a takeout-only model with no indoor or outdoor seating, making it a quick-stop option for cyclists needing a hot, filling meal without lingering. The menu includes pizzas, Crazy Bread, and wings, with vegetarian options available.

value: Little Caesars

detail: Website prominently offers 'Pickup' and 'Delivery' as the only ordering modes with no dine-in option

detail: Website menu includes customizable pizzas which would support vegetarian configurations

detail: OSM explicitly tags; website makes no mention of Wi-Fi

signal: chain 'little caesar'

detail: OSM explicitly tags; website makes no mention of washroom facilities. No information on nearest public washrooms is available

wow_evidence: national pizza chain franchise


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 1042 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M3

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (3 spaces) at 93m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Numbers is Vancouver's oldest gay bar, a community institution in Davie Village since 1980, housed in a historic 1894 building with original stained glass windows and restored old-growth fir floors. The venue spans multiple areas — a main dance floor, The Pit, The Loft (capacity 120), and a sun-drenched patio featuring works by local queer artists — with regular drag shows and events year-round. It is an LGBTQ2S+ primary venue that also welcomes the broader community, making it a notable cultural stop for queer cycling travellers.

value: Numbers Cabaret

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 202 Main St, Penticton, BC V2A 5B2, Canada

community: Penticton

value: Tickleberry's Downtown is the year-round outpost of the beloved Okanagan Falls ice cream institution, serving made-in-house ice cream cones, Bright Jenny Coffee from Kelowna, and house-made treats at a full-service coffee shop. The location also houses an in-house Fudge Factory where visitors can watch confections being made, plus a gift shop stocked with local B.C. gourmet food and artisan goods. It's a natural stop for cyclists travelling the Okanagan corridor looking for a sweet treat and a rest.

value: Tickleberry's

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 9060 Capstan Wy, Richmond, BC V6X3N6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 23m.

community: Richmond

value: Prata-Man Singapore Cuisine is a fast-food spot in Richmond specializing in Singaporean and Southeast Asian dishes, with Hainanese Chicken — both regular and free-range — as the signature item. The menu also spans roti, Laksa, Mee Goreng, BBQ Satay, and a range of curry dishes, making it a solid refuelling stop for cyclists exploring Richmond's dense food corridor. Online ordering for pickup is available directly through the website.

value: Prata-Man Singapore Cuisine

wow_evidence: fast-food spot in Richmond... online ordering for pickup


value: 1333 Trans-Canada Highway, Sicamous, British Columbia V0E 2V1, Canada

category: Accommodation

community: Sicamous

value: Monashee Motel is a motel situated on the Trans-Canada Highway in Sicamous, BC — a lakeside town known as the "Houseboat Capital of Canada" at the junction of Shuswap and Mara Lakes. The property offers modern rooms with Smart TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and Tempur-Pedic mattress options, along with free outdoor parking and a pet-friendly policy. Its Trans-Canada location makes it a practical overnight stop for cyclists traveling through the Thompson-Okanagan corridor.

value: Monashee Motel

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 540 Fifth Street


value: 2830 Bentall Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 69m.

category: Groceries

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 1160 Melville Street, Vancouver, V6E 2S8

value: A Japanese sushi restaurant located on Melville Street in downtown Vancouver. Standard full-service restaurant seating typical of the Vancouver sushi scene.

value: Domo Sushi

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


value: 533 Yates Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (8 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: El Furniture Warehouse is a bustling pub and restaurant in the heart of downtown Victoria, located steps from the Inner Harbour on Yates Street. The space features exposed brick, roll-up windows, and dog-friendly street-side seating, giving it a relaxed, welcoming character. Part of a Canadian multi-location chain, the Victoria outpost is a well-reviewed neighbourhood staple serving pub food with late-night hours and easy takeout.

value: El Furniture Warehouse

detail: Menu includes plant-based options such as the Southwest Tortilla Ensalada (avocado, mixed greens, black beans, corn salsa, cucumber — no meat in base version) and General Tao Bowl (mixed vegetables, jasmine rice). No explicit GF or vegan labelling found

signal: Menu mains $10–13, explicitly 'AMAZING FOOD ON A BUDGET', pub/casual format


value: 1057 Denman Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (4 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 62m; stands (3 spaces) at 66m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 81m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Kin's Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 625 Takla Road

community: Fort St James

value: A motel with an on-site restaurant located on Takla Road in the Cariboo, Chilcotin & Central Interior region. Provides dining and overnight accommodations for travelers.

value: Anja's Motel & Meals

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

region: Northern British Columbia

wow_evidence: motel with an on-site restaurant


bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 23m; stands (3 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; rack at 67m; rack at 69m; rack at 71m; rack at 73m; rack (2 spaces, covered) at 75m; rack at 75m; rack (2 spaces, covered) at 77m; rack at 77m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons


value: 124 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island, V8K 2V5

blurb: CRD rec facility with drop-in gym, roller-skating, and pickleball.

community: Salt Spring Island

value: Salt Spring Island Multi Space (SIMS) is a government-operated community recreation facility run by SSIPARC (Salt Spring Island Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture), a service of the Capital Regional District. The facility offers drop-in gym programs, aquatics, roller-skating, pickleball, kindergym, and a broad range of community programs across all age groups. For a touring cyclist arriving by ferry to Salt Spring Island, SIMS represents one of the island's primary public recreation hubs.

days_closed: Sa Su

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

setting: indoor

theme: recreation

value: Salt Spring Island Multi Space (SIMS)

ownership: Public

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: CRD public rec facility with drop-in programs — walk-in.


bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Rock Bay

source: camping

value: A single-site shaded recreation site on a historic rail grade, with a short trail to the lakeshore; reached by the gravel Rock Bay FSR off Highway 19 north of Campbell River.

value: Alder Grove Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 745 Goldstream Avenue

value: Pizza Hut

signal: Pizza Hut chain (confirmed); ~$12-18


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 36m; bollard (2 spaces) at 44m; bollard (4 spaces, covered) at 72m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Comox

value: BC Liquor Store

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 1235 South Maquinna Drive, Tahsis, BC V0P 1X0

bike_access: easy

character: utilitarian

community: Tahsis

value: A seaside-named RV park on Vancouver Island or the Gulf Islands; details are sparse as the listing page is unavailable, so confirm amenities and services before arrival.

value: Seaside RV Park

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 778 West 16th Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 21m; rack (3 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; rack (4 spaces) at 69m; stands (4 spaces) at 95m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Hachibei is a Japanese restaurant in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood on West 16th Avenue. The establishment is listed in current OpenStreetMap data as an active restaurant.

value: Hachibei

signal: Japanese, Kitsilano; ~$18-28pp


value: 16811 60 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 1T1

community: Surrey

value: Boothroyd Heritage Coffee is a café tucked inside a beautifully restored heritage house in Surrey, BC, complete with a working fireplace, art-covered walls, and a shaded garden patio anchored by an old heritage tree. The menu ranges from espresso drinks and London fogs to breakfast sandwiches, bagels, and grilled cheese, with several vegetarian options throughout. Formerly operating as Wired Monk, the space has been reimagined as a neighbourhood gathering spot that draws visitors from well beyond the immediate area.

value: Boothroyd Heritage Coffee

detail: Menu explicitly lists Veggie Bagel, Veggie Wrap, and Veggie Panini as distinct menu items

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: beautifully restored heritage house...working fireplace, art-covered walls, and a shaded garden patio


value: 8181 Cambie Road, Richmond, V6X3X9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: hoop (6 spaces) at 91m; hoop (6 spaces) at 96m; hoop (covered) at 97m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: The Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport is a full-service branded hotel on Cambie Road in Richmond, positioned within a few kilometres of Vancouver International Airport. It sits at the edge of Richmond's extensive cycling network, making it a practical staging point for cyclists beginning or ending a BC tour with a flight. As an internationally branded airport hotel, it offers a broad range of standard traveller amenities within a larger property.

value: Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: chain 'radisson'

wow_evidence: Radisson brand hotel … near Vancouver Airport


community: Smithers

value: No Frills

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 4181 Fraser Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 25m; stands (3 spaces) at 26m; stands (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (3 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (3 spaces) at 48m; stands (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; stands (3 spaces) at 70m. Total: 37 spaces.

value: An Indian restaurant on Fraser Street in Vancouver. Unable to verify current amenities or services due to website unavailability.

value: Tasty Planet Indian Restaurant


character: destination

label: salmon & steelhead runs

months: September October November

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Paldi

value: Stoltz Pool sits on the Cowichan River — a BC and Canadian Heritage River celebrated for wild salmon and steelhead — with a converted rail corridor running alongside that is tailor-made for loaded cyclists; the park is a busy summer recreation corridor, so expect company at peak season.

value: Stoltz Pool Campground

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: BC Parks site...adjacency to an abandoned rail right-of-way used by cyclists and the Trans Canada Trail


value: Willowbrook Mall, 19705 Fraser Hwy, Langley, BC V3A 7E9

community: Langley

value: Java Lova Coffee is a locally founded espresso bar and bakery that opened in 2020 with the goal of bringing a higher standard of coffee and baked goods to the Langley-Aldergrove corridor. The Langley outpost sits inside Willowbrook Mall and serves a full espresso menu alongside freshly baked artisan cookies, breakfast sandwiches, and specialty drinks such as a Lavender Honey Latte. A second branch on Fraser Highway in Aldergrove gives cycling tourists two stops along a key Fraser Valley route.

value: Java Lova Coffee

detail: Menu includes Avocado Toast (avocado, grape tomato, balsamic on sourdough) and Matcha Latte — both vegetarian; no explicit vegan or GF labeling on website

wow_evidence: locally founded espresso bar and bakery... A second branch on Fraser Highway in Aldergrove


value: #102 20218 Fraser Highway, Langley, BC V3A 4E6

value: Akedo Showten is a Japanese ramen and gyoza restaurant in Langley, BC, established in 2018, known for creative seasonal and limited-edition bowls including wagyu-truffle, uni, and matcha ramen. The restaurant emphasizes quality, hospitality, and community, positioning itself as a gathering place for family and friends. Online pickup ordering and a virtual waitlist are available for convenience.

value: Akedo Showten Ramen+Gyoza

signal: Ramen shop with sit-down service


value: 232 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 3R9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 14m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 16m; rack at 39m; stands (7 spaces, covered) at 49m; stands (7 spaces, covered) at 61m; stands (8 spaces) at 100m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: Blenz Coffee is a BC-based specialty coffee chain with a location steps from Vancouver's waterfront on Howe Street. The café serves espresso drinks, nitro coffee, whole-leaf teas, protein shakes, and a food menu spanning breakfast sandwiches, wraps, baked goods, and desserts. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making it a workable rest stop for cyclists passing through the downtown financial district.

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'

wow_evidence: BC-based specialty coffee chain


value: 1228 West Georgia Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 37m; stands (5 spaces) at 65m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 68m; stands (5 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 29 spaces.

value: A 62-storey luxury hotel in downtown Vancouver's West End, formerly operating as the Shangri-La Vancouver before rebranding under Hyatt. The tower is one of Vancouver's tallest buildings, placing guests steps from the Coal Harbour seawall and Stanley Park cycling routes. Touring cyclists arriving downtown will find this a high-end base with immediate access to the city's primary waterfront bike corridor.

value: Hyatt Vancouver Downtown Alberni

signal: chain 'hyatt'

wow_evidence: 62-storey luxury hotel ... one of Vancouver's tallest buildings, formerly operating as the Shangri-La Vancouver


value: #307-3604 Carrington Road, West Kelowna, BC V4T 3K7

community: Westbank

value: Kaiso is a Japanese and Thai fusion restaurant tucked into a West Kelowna strip mall, serving an extensive menu that spans hand-rolled sushi, ramen, Thai curries, poke bowls, and hot plates. The menu is notably inclusive, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free items clearly labeled throughout. Both pickup and delivery ordering are offered directly through the website, making it a practical meal stop for cyclists touring the Okanagan.

value: Kaiso Japanese and Thai Restaurant

detail: Menu explicitly labels multiple items: 'Vegetarian' (e.g. Thai spring rolls, Miso Soup, Yam Roll, Deluxe Shiitake Roll), 'Vegan' (Edamame), and 'Gluten free' (Veggie Roll)

signal: Japanese/Thai fusion, rolls $6.50-7.50/starters $9-15; ~$20-30pp


value: 7411 Edmonds Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 67m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Mostafa Coffee House is a family-run Afghan bakery and café on Edmonds Street in Burnaby, specializing in freshly baked goods made daily from scratch. The menu centres on Afghan baking traditions, with mixed cookies, baklava trays, and Turkish delight among the signatures. A touring cyclist stopping through the Edmonds neighbourhood will find a neighbourhood café with a warm, artisan feel.

value: Mostafa Coffee House

wow_evidence: family-run Afghan bakery and café... specializing in freshly baked goods made daily from scratch


blurb: Rutland's community recreation centre.

community: Kelowna

value: Rutland Community Center is a publicly accessible sports and recreation facility in the Rutland neighbourhood of Kelowna, BC. The facility is operated under the City of Kelowna and, based on the associated URL, appears to encompass an arena and recreation park. It would serve as a practical rest or refill stop for cyclists touring the eastern Kelowna area.

value: Rutland Community Center

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Public rec facility in the Rutland park complex; standard band.


value: 631 Lougheed Hwy, Coquitlam, BC V3K3S5

community: Coquitlam

value: Sun Star Restaurant has been a community fixture in Coquitlam since 1996, serving a blend of Chinese and Canadian cuisine from its location inside the Ramada Inn on Lougheed Highway. The family-run establishment is known for its signature breakfast combos and spicy wontons, which have become a crowd favourite at the annual local Dumpling Festival. It also offers a private bar and lounge that can accommodate parties of up to 25, as well as online ordering for pickup and delivery.

value: Sun Star Restaurant

signal: Lunch special $14.95 w/ soup; breakfast $10.95

wow_evidence: community fixture in Coquitlam since 1996... crowd favourite at the annual local Dumpling Festival


value: 530 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 1P1

community: Nanaimo

value: Rhythm Chinese Restaurant (also known by its Chinese name 逸站) is a sit-down and takeout Chinese restaurant on Fifth Street in Nanaimo. The restaurant offers dine-in service alongside pickup and local delivery, with online ordering available directly through their website. It presents itself as a neighbourhood spot emphasizing value and a broad range of Chinese dishes.

value: Rhythm Chinese Restaurant

signal: Chinese, great value; ~$15-24pp


value: 935 2 Ave W, Prince Rupert, V8J 1H8

community: Prince Rupert

value: The Moby Dick Inn is a 63-room family hotel in Prince Rupert, strategically located minutes from the BC and Alaska Ferry Terminals and the Via Rail Station, making it a natural staging point for cyclists arriving or departing by ferry. The property offers a fully licensed on-site restaurant with room service and a reputation for breakfast, plus guest laundry and kitchenette rooms. Prince Rupert sits at the northern terminus of the BC Ferries Inside Passage route, a key gateway for cycle-touring the north coast.

value: Moby Dick Inn

detail: On-site guest laundry room confirmed: 'The Moby Dick Inn has an on-site laundry room available for our guests.'

detail: On-site licensed restaurant serves meals daily: 'Our crew serves excellent meals daily in a bright informal setting. Fully licensed.'


value: 4852 Radium Boulevard

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Crystal Springs Motel is a motel in Radium, BC with WiFi access. Located in a mountain tourism area, it may serve touring cyclists, though specific bike amenities and storage arrangements require direct inquiry to confirm.

value: Crystal Springs Motel

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: BC-3, Kootenay Boundary, BC V0H 1Y0, Canada

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Rhone

value: A 34-site BC Parks campground on the shores of Conkle Lake in the Okanagan-Similkameen, with potable water and washrooms available during the operating season; the gate stays open year-round (weather permitting) so shoulder-season stops are possible, though services and fees only apply in season.

value: Conkle Lake Campground

wow_evidence: 34-site BC Parks campground on the shores of Conkle Lake...potable water and washrooms available during the operating season


value: 3692 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 15m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 19m; rack (4 spaces) at 26m; rack (3 spaces) at 28m; rack (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (3 spaces) at 53m; rack (4 spaces) at 60m; rack (4 spaces) at 68m; rack (4 spaces) at 75m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 86m; rack (7 spaces) at 90m; stands (4 spaces) at 99m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m; rack (5 spaces) at 100m. Total: 63 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Irori Sushi is a dedicated sushi restaurant on Vancouver's West 4th Avenue. It provides a sit-down dining option for touring cyclists looking for a prepared meal in the area. No cyclist-specific amenities could be verified from available information.

value: Irori Sushi


value: Unit 145, 815 Village Drive, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 0G9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 40m; stands (1 space) at 41m. Total: 2 spaces.

blurb: Climbing and bouldering gym in Port Coquitlam.

community: Port Coquitlam

value: The Hive is a multi-location indoor climbing gym chain with a Port Coquitlam outpost inside a village-style retail complex. It offers bouldering and roped climbing in a community-focused environment, making it a natural rest-day destination for cyclists touring the Tri-Cities area. Waivers are required for all visitors and can be signed online before arrival.

days_closed: Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

value: The Hive

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: The Hive climbing day pass ~$22-28

wow_evidence: Climbing gym with day access — climbing ladder 1/2.


value: 1015 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1Y5

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 36m; rack (6 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (3 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (8 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 35 spaces.

value: C|Prime is an upscale Italian restaurant and steakhouse situated just below the Century Plaza Hotel in downtown Vancouver, offering handmade pastas, prime-cut steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine program spanning B.C. and international labels. Executive Chef Behshad Zolnasr trained at Michelin-starred kitchens in Rome, London, and New York before bringing that experience to Vancouver. The restaurant serves from breakfast through a late-night bar, making it a full-day dining option for cyclists passing through the Burrard Street corridor.

value: C Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine

detail: Menu page lists 'Gluten Free Toast' as a distinct menu item; various salads and pasta dishes also appear on the menu that may suit vegetarians, but only GF is explicitly identifiable from website text

signal: upscale Italian steakhouse, Michelin-trained chef, wine; ~$45-70pp


value: 4512 West Saanich Road

community: Saanich

value: Med Grill occupies a 100-year-old heritage building — the former Saanich Municipal Hall — in Royal Oak, just minutes from Downtown Victoria. Head chef Andrew Johnson crafts seasonal Mediterranean-inspired menus with west coast flair, served in a candlelit interior with a cozy fireplace or on a spacious wrap-around patio. The restaurant has been a local Victoria favourite since 1997 and features a rotating Tuscan Table three-course dinner alongside a rotating monthly menu.

value: Med Grill Restaurant

signal: $40 three-course prix-fixe Tuscan Table menu

wow_evidence: local Victoria favourite since 1997... 100-year-old heritage building — the former Saanich Municipal Hall


value: 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 13m.

blurb: Skyride gondola base of Grouse Mountain's summit attractions.

community: North Vancouver

value: Grouse Mountain is a major mountain resort overlooking Metro Vancouver, accessed from the base station on Nancy Greene Way via the iconic Skyride gondola. The mountain hosts a lift-accessed bike park with rentals and structured lessons, as well as the world-famous Grouse Grind trail that climbs directly from the base—making it a natural destination for cycling-adjacent outdoor adventurers. A new gravity coaster, ziplines, wildlife habitat, and multiple summit dining venues round out the experience.

dwell: day

facet_confidence: low

theme: adventure

value: Grouse Mountain

detail: Multiple dining venues listed on website: The Observatory, Altitudes Bistro, Lupins Café, Grouse Grind Coffee Bar, Starbucks; Grizzly Lookout Café, Rusty Rail BBQ, and BeaverTails noted as (closed). Most venues are at the summit, accessed via the Skyride gondola

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Grouse Mountain Skyride/admission ~$75-85

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: The Grouse Mountain resort — Skyride gondola, summit activities, bike park; major Vancouver attraction. Rename to the resort.


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 30m; rack at 55m.

community: Richmond

value: Osaka Supermarket is a full-service supermarket in Richmond offering grocery and general provisions. It serves as a practical resupply stop for touring cyclists passing through the area. The business operates as a retail supermarket with a range of food items and supplies.

value: Osaka Supermarket


value: 742 BC-3, Fernie, V0B 1M0

community: Fernie

value: The Pub Bar & Grill at Park Place Lodge is Fernie's neighbourhood gathering spot explicitly marketed to mountain bikers, skiers, and fly-fishers looking to refuel after a day in the outdoors. The pub pours 16 beers on tap—including local Fernie Brewing Co. selections—and serves an extensive menu of Canadian pub classics alongside a British-inspired seasonal menu. A sunny outdoor patio with mountain views rounds out the experience at this lodge-based pub in the heart of the Elk Valley.

value: The Pub, Bar & Grill

signal: Lunch special $15, dinner special $15, pub classics (burgers, wings, fish & chips)


value: 850 Railway Lane, Unit 101, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R4

blurb: Okanagan Falls' library branch on Railway Lane.

community: Okanagan Falls

value: The Okanagan Falls Branch is part of the Okanagan Regional Library system, one of the largest public library networks in British Columbia, serving over 399,000 people across 30 branches. Located on Railway Lane in the heart of Okanagan Falls, this small branch offers public computer terminals, community programming, and a book drop accessible around the clock. It serves as a quiet, climate-controlled stop for passing cyclists looking to connect online or take a break.

days_closed: Mo Th Su

dwell: quick

theme: civic

value: Okanagan Falls Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Small branch; ordinary library band.


value: 4900 Glacier Drive, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4

community: Whistler

value: Lucia Gelato is a Whistler-based artisan maker of dense, milk-based gelato and sorbetto crafted from fresh, natural ingredients using traditional Italian techniques. The business operates as a mobile food truck and rotating seasonal outdoor stands at public locations including Lost Lake Park, Whistler Olympic Plaza, and Blackcomb base, putting it squarely on the route of cyclists exploring the Sea-to-Sky corridor. Gelato is also stocked in 475 mL retail packs at grocery stores across Whistler, Squamish, and Pemberton.

value: Lucia Gelato

wow_evidence: finishing a bike ride; mobile food truck and rotating seasonal outdoor stands at Lost Lake Park, Whistler Olympic Plaza, and Blackcomb base


value: 22284 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: Triple O's

signal: Triple O's chain (confirmed); ~$12-16


value: 2293 King George Boulevard, Surrey, V4A 5A4

community: Surrey

value: The Best Western Peace Arch Inn is a three-storey hotel on King George Boulevard in South Surrey, situated close to the Peace Arch Canada-US border crossing — a natural overnight stop for cyclists doing a cross-border tour. The property sits within a short ride of White Rock Beach, Crescent Beach, and Semiahmoo Bay, offering easy access to the White Rock Promenade and the coastal scenery of the Semiahmoo Peninsula.

value: Best Western

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: chain 'best western'


community: Vernon

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 537 Cruice Lane, Gibsons, V0N 1V9

community: Gibsons

value: A community-focused craft brewpub on the Sunshine Coast, brewing award-winning beers inspired by the coastal lifestyle since 2017. The patio overlooks Howe Sound and has been voted best patio by the Sunshine Coast People's Choice Awards. The on-site Burger Shack serves food seven days a week, making it a reliable refuelling stop for touring cyclists on the Sunshine Coast.

value: Gibsons Tapworks

signal: brewpub + Burger Shack, patio; ~$16-24pp


value: 1249 Esquimalt Road, Esquimalt, V9A 3P2

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 25m; rack (1 space) at 37m; rack (3 spaces) at 60m; rack (3 spaces) at 61m; rack (1 space) at 62m; rack at 81m; rack (3 spaces) at 89m; rack (3 spaces) at 99m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 810 Humboldt Street, V8V 5B1

community: Victoria

value: Tre Fantastico is a bistro-style restaurant and bar opened in 2011 inside the Parkside Hotel, steps from Beacon Hill Park in the heart of downtown Victoria, and one of three Caffe Fantastico locations. It centres on three pillars — espresso, local craft ales, and an extensive BC-only wine list hand-selected by the owner — alongside a seasonally driven menu of locally sourced bistro food. The West Coast-designed space features floor-to-ceiling windows, a walnut and concrete bar, live-edge wood slab tables, and a patio, making it a comfortable stop for locals and travelling visitors alike.

value: Tre Fantastico

signal: elevated bistro/bar, BC wine list (Parkside Hotel); ~$22-34pp

wow_evidence: bistro-style restaurant and bar opened in 2011 inside the Parkside Hotel, one of three Caffe Fantastico locations


value: Quilchena, BC V0E 1S0, Canada

label: fishing season

months: May June September October

community: Stump Lake

value: A sheltered rec site on a bay of Stump Lake, set on a steep grassy hillside and popular with anglers; reached by roughly 4.5 km of secondary road off Highway 5A via Peter Hope Road.

value: Stump Lake Rec Site Campground

wow_evidence: sheltered rec site on a bay of Stump Lake...popular with anglers


value: #110-8010 Saba Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 4B2

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 25m; rack (covered) at 27m; rack (covered) at 35m; rack at 51m; rack (2 spaces) at 79m; rack (2 spaces) at 81m; rack at 83m; rack (2 spaces) at 85m; lockers (secure) at 86m; rack at 92m; rack at 92m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Hokkaido Ramen Santouka is a Japanese ramen chain originating from Hokkaido, Japan, with this Richmond location serving its signature white tonkotsu-based broths in shio, shoyu, miso, and kara-miso styles. The menu centres on slow-cooked pork — particularly the ToKusen Toroniku featuring melt-in-your-mouth pork cheek — alongside a dedicated vegetarian ramen made with soy milk and white miso. Cycling through Richmond's suburban grid, a touring rider will find this a reliable stop for a hot, restorative bowl with a broad menu that accommodates different dietary needs.

value: Hokkaido Ramen Santouka

detail: Richmond menu lists 'Vegetarian Ramen: Using soy milk as a base, the flavour of the soup is strengthened with vegetables and white miso.'

signal: Ramen shop with sit-down service; no menu prices listed


value: 1830 Fir Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 3B1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 34m.

value: Apollonia is an elegant 50-seat Greek restaurant steps from Granville Island, opened in 2002 by owners Niko and Poly and driven by the concept of philoxenia — the art of making a stranger a friend. The kitchen specialises in mainland Greek cuisine prepared simply and authentically, drawing on the hospitality traditions of a proper Greek home. Walk-ins are always welcome, and takeout is available by phone or through DoorDash.

value: Apollinia

signal: Greek, elegant mainland cuisine; ~$20-30pp


value: 70 Mile House, BC V0K 2K1, Canada

washroom_type: flush

community: Flying U

value: Sunset View Campground occupies a developed section of Green Lake Park in the Cariboo, fronting a warm, shallow lake known for its striking greenish hue and sandy pebble beaches with roped swimming areas; the site is 16–18 km off the highway on secondary roads and the gate closes outside the operating season.

value: Sunset View Campground

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast


value: Migoto Sushi is a Japanese and sushi restaurant located in North Vancouver. It appears to specialise in rolls based on the Facebook handle 'rollspecialist', suggesting a focus on creative or specialty sushi rolls. A touring cyclist stopping here would find a sit-down Japanese dining option in the North Vancouver area.

value: Migoto sushi

signal: sushi rolls specialist; ~$15-25pp


value: 5047 48 Avenue, Ladner, BC V4K 1W1

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

community: Delta

value: Taverna Gorgona is an authentic Greek restaurant in the heart of Ladner Village that has been operating since 1996. The menu features traditional dishes like moussaka, souvlaki, lamb chops, and charbroiled ribs alongside a wide selection of Greek appetizers and dips. A cozy, family-friendly spot well-suited for a sit-down dinner after a day riding the flat farmland routes of South Delta.

value: Taverna Gorgona

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian options: spanakopita, horiatiki Greek salad, Caesar salad, and four dips (hummus, tzatziki, tarama, tyrokafteri). No explicit vegan or gluten-free labeling

signal: Entrees $32–$48 (roast lamb, ribs, lamb chops, moussaka)

wow_evidence: proudly serving the of Ladner since 1996


value: 308 McLean Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 2N9

community: Quesnel

value: The Billy Barker Casino Hotel is a downtown Quesnel landmark whose exterior is modelled after the Fraser River paddle wheelers of the 1860s gold rush, complete with a paddle-wheel facade and a statue of miner Billy Barker on top. Originally opened in 1961 as the Billy Barker Inn, it has grown into a full-service hotel with a casino (100 slot machines), restaurant, lounge, and showroom, making it an unusual and historically flavoured overnight stop in the Cariboo. The front desk is staffed around the clock, and the on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and supper every day.

value: Billy Barker Casino Hotel

detail: On-site restaurant/lounge serves supper daily (Sun–Thurs and Fri–Sat evenings)

signal: casino hotel landmark, downtown Quesnel; $130-170

wow_evidence: exterior is modelled after the Fraser River paddle wheelers of the 1860s gold rush ... Originally opened in 1961


value: 1729 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, BC V1Y 3H3

community: Kelowna

value: BarBurrito is Canada's largest burrito chain, proudly Canadian since 2005, with over 385 locations nationwide. This Kelowna outlet sits inside Capri Centre mall and serves fully customizable Mexican-inspired burritos, bowls, tacos, and quesadillas built from fresh, in-house ingredients. A touring cyclist can quickly assemble a filling, high-calorie meal with a wide range of proteins and dietary options.

value: BarBurrito

detail: Nutrition calculator lists 'Veggie' and 'Falafel' protein options and a 'Gluten Free' tortilla option across multiple menu categories

wow_evidence: Canada's largest burrito chain... over 385 locations nationwide


value: 203 Westhill Place

blurb: Seasonal outdoor pool in Westhill Park.

community: Port Moody

value: Westhill Pool is a seasonal outdoor public swimming pool in Westhill Park, operated by the City of Port Moody. It offers public swims, swim lessons, and Aquafit classes during the summer months. For touring cyclists passing through Port Moody on a hot day, the pool could provide a refreshing break in a pleasant park setting.

dwell: short

setting: outdoor

value: Westhill Pool

wow_evidence: Seasonal outdoor pool — outdoor pool anchor 2.


value: 1-1012 Beach Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6E 1T7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 84m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Beach Ave Bar & Grill is a full-service bar and restaurant situated on Beach Avenue in Vancouver, steps from the English Bay waterfront and the popular Seawall cycling corridor. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists riding the waterfront route. The menu spans food and drinks with a dedicated weekend brunch program.

value: Beach Ave Bar & Grill

signal: bar & grill, seawall; ~$18-28pp


kid_friendly: no

community: Remote & backcountry, Peace River Regional District

value: A 2-site camp on the Sukunka River accessed via 45 km of active industrial FSR from Hwy 29; expect logging truck traffic in spring and summer and no confirmed facilities.

value: Windfall Creek Recreation Site


value: 4450 Hastings Street, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: BC Liquor Stores


value: 3025 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, V3B 6S2

community: Coquitlam

value: M&M Meat Store

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 500 Osprey Ln, Tofino, BC V0R 3A0, Canada

community: Tofino

value: The Wickaninnish Inn is a celebrated Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel nestled between ancient rainforest and the Pacific Ocean on Chesterman Beach, one of Tofino's most dramatic surf beaches. Built around a philosophy of rustic West Coast elegance, it houses The Pointe Restaurant, Ancient Cedars Spa, and the Henry Nolla Art Gallery, making it a full-destination property. For a touring cyclist completing the Pacific Coast route, it represents a high-end end-of-stage reward with sweeping storm-watch views and on-site fine dining.

value: The Wickaninnish Inn - On The Beach

detail: On-site dining includes The Pointe Restaurant, On the Rocks Bar, Howard's Wine Cellar, and the casual Driftwood Café, all operated by the Inn

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Wickaninnish Inn, Relais & Chateaux; $500+ year-round


value: 3289 Highway 16, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0

blurb: Houston's visitor centre on Highway 16, right beside the giant fly rod.

community: Houston

value: The Houston & District Chamber of Commerce operates the Visitor Information Centre on Highway 16 in northwest BC, located right next to Canada's Largest Fly Rod. It serves as a useful stop for cyclists travelling between Prince George and Prince Rupert, offering local area information and a downloadable digital visitor guide covering accommodations, paddling, hiking, and fishing in the region.

planning: walk-up

value: Houston & District Chamber of Commerce

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: tourism=information

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Visitor info centre beside the fly rod; VC anchor band.


value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1610 Salt Street, Vancouver, V5Y0E4

bike_parking_detail: 19 racks within 100m: loops (4 spaces, covered) at 19m; stands (10 spaces) at 23m; loops (4 spaces) at 36m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 47m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 47m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 55m; stands (3 spaces) at 59m; loops (6 spaces) at 61m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 62m; stands (30 spaces) at 64m; stands (20 spaces) at 64m; stands (10 spaces) at 64m; stands (12 spaces) at 65m; stands (12 spaces) at 72m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 72m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 77m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 80m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 81m; wall_loops (6 spaces, covered) at 100m. Total: 182 spaces.

value: Onda by Casereccio is an Italian restaurant in Vancouver's Olympic Village neighbourhood, serving homemade pasta, Neapolitan-style pizza, panini, and antipasti rooted in traditional Italian culinary philosophy. The menu spans classic dishes like Lasagna Bolognese, Gnocchi Pesto Verde, and Tuna Crudo made with local albacore, alongside a curated selection of Italian cured meats and cheeses. Its location on Salt Street places it squarely in one of Vancouver's most cycle-friendly urban districts.

value: Onda by Casereccio

detail: Website lists Lasagna Vegetariana, Vegetariano panini (zucchini, eggplant, red pepper), Minestrone Soup labelled 'Vegeterian', and Gnocchi Pesto Verde

signal: Pasta entrees $24.95–$26.95, solidly in ~$25–40 band 3 range

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: homemade pasta, Neapolitan-style pizza...rooted in traditional Italian culinary philosophy


value: 1441 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

value: Long Beach Lodge Resort is an award-winning luxury boutique hotel perched on the beachfront of Cox Bay in Tofino, recognized by Condé Nast Traveler and World Travel Awards as BC's leading boutique hotel. The property blends oceanfront lodge rooms and self-contained Rainforest Cottages with on-site surf lessons, a cedar sauna and hot pool, and a full-service spa. It is a full-amenity base camp for exploring the Pacific Rim coast, with e-bike rentals available through the Surf Club.

value: Long Beach Lodge Resort

detail: Contact page confirms: 'Fitness Room & Laundry Open daily 6 a.m.–11 p.m.'

detail: Three on-site food outlets serve evening meals: The Great Room (dinner 5–8:30 p.m.), SandBar Bistro, and the Surf Club (open daily for dine-in and takeout)

signal: Long Beach Lodge Resort matched as its own name (not a chain) - correct property; Cox Bay beachfront luxury lodge, $400+ most of year

wow_evidence: recognized by Condé Nast Traveler and World Travel Awards as BC's leading boutique hotel ... e-bike rentals available through the Surf Club


value: 891 Naramata Bench Rd, Penticton, BC V2A 8T5

community: Penticton

value: A Naramata Bench winery established in the 1990s, crafting a range of BC VQA whites, reds, and rosés. The tasting room sits right along the popular Naramata cycling corridor, making it a natural stop for touring cyclists riding the bench. They host regular events including live music, comedy shows, and seasonal festivals.

value: Red Rooster

wow_evidence: Naramata Bench winery established in the 1990s ... tasting room sits right along the popular Naramata cycling corridor


value: 2980 Island Highway North

community: Nanaimo


community: Chase

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1216 Franklin St, Vancouver, BC V6A 3K1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 7m.

value: Container Brewing is an award-winning craft brewery taproom in Vancouver's Strathcona neighbourhood, recognized at the Canada Beer Cup, Growlies, and BC Beer Awards for a lineup ranging from hop-forward IPAs to rich stouts, all brewed on-site by head brewer David Dayco. The taproom hosts a rotating roster of visiting food trucks and runs regular events including sports screenings on a big screen. Touring cyclists will find a lively local stop with reservations available for groups.

value: Container Brewing Lounge

signal: amenity=pub


value: 2926 Back Road

blurb: Northwest Coast Indigenous art gallery in Comox, curating master carvers since 2006.

community: Comox

value: Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery has been curating Pacific Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork and jewelry since 2006, showcasing original masks, paddles, Haida argillite carvings, totem poles, and silver and gold jewelry by master carvers from Haida, Kwakwaka'wakw, Coast Salish, and Nuu-chah-nulth nations. The gallery hosts rotating exhibitions and offers both in-person and virtual gallery tours, making it a substantive cultural stop on Vancouver Island. Commissions for custom carvings and jewelry are also available.

theme: art-culture

value: Spirits of the West Coast

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

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Commercial gallery of master-carver Northwest Coast art since 2006 (argillite, masks, totems).


value: 610 Sixth Street

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 29m; stands at 34m; rack (covered) at 77m.

community: New Westminster

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: Blue Earth Park Road, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1H0, Canada

community: Basque

value: Blue Earth Lake Park provincial park campground — 6 vehicle-accessible sites.

value: Blue Earth Lake Park

wow_evidence: 6 vehicle-accessible sites


value: 4900 27 Street

community: Vernon

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 20353 64 Avenue, Unit 104, Langley, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 84m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: A:Sum is a dessert and ice cream cafe located in a Langley strip mall, offering sweet treats to visitors in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley region. The cafe operates in a unit-level space, making it a potential stop for cyclists looking for a sweet break along the 64 Avenue corridor. No outdoor seating is available according to OSM.

signal: amenity=cafe


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 80m; lockers (secure) at 81m.


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wall_loops (10 spaces) at 53m; rack at 75m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Hope

value: Captain Jac Fish & Chips is a fast-food fish and chips outlet located near Hope, BC, a popular waypoint for cyclists travelling the Fraser Valley corridor. As a dedicated fish and chips spot it offers the kind of quick, filling meal that touring cyclists appreciate after long stretches on the road. No further detail about the physical setup or menu was retrievable from available sources.

value: Captain Jac Fish & Chips


value: Desolation Sound, Lund, BC V8A 0G5, Canada

community: Theodosia Arm

value: Desolation Sound Marine Park provincial park campground — campground.

value: Desolation Sound Marine Park


value: 860 Langford Parkway

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 80m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langford

value: A Walmart Supercenter (Store 3188) located in Langford, BC, on the outskirts of Greater Victoria. As a full-format Supercenter, it carries a broad grocery section alongside general merchandise including clothing, electronics, and household goods. For touring cyclists passing through the Westshore corridor, it offers one-stop resupply potential for food, basic gear, and sundries.

value: Walmart

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter (Store 3188)


value: #322-32555 London Ave, Mission, BC V2V 6M7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 31m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Mission

value: Little Saigon is a Vietnamese restaurant in Mission, BC, serving pho, vermicelli bowls, and rice plates made with no-MSG, slow-simmered broths from family recipes. It is the Mission location of a two-restaurant Fraser Valley operation, housed in a strip-mall unit with free parking. Cyclists passing through Mission will find it a convenient stop for a filling, from-scratch Vietnamese meal.

value: Little Saigon

signal: Vietnamese pho shop; vermicelli & rice bowls are band 1 staples

wow_evidence: two-restaurant Fraser Valley operation


value: Camp Beer Co is an award-winning craft brewery and taproom in Langley, BC, themed around the outdoors with a campsite-inspired patio featuring fire pits and picnic tables. Named BC's Brewery of the Year, it brews an extensive rotating lineup of craft beers and collaborations alongside a full coffee bar (Camp Grounds Coffee Co) and an operating kitchen. The oversized patio with glass roll-up doors to the tasting room makes it an inviting destination for cyclists exploring the Fraser Valley.

value: Camp Beer

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: Named BC's Brewery of the Year


value: 10470 152 Street, Unit 110, Surrey, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 49m; rack (8 spaces) at 50m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Happy Jack's Cafe is a neighbourhood cafe unit in a commercial strip at 10470 152 Street in Surrey, offering sandwiches, ice cream, and coffee drinks. It sits in a multi-unit commercial building (Unit 110), making it a plausible stop for cyclists passing through the 152 Street corridor. Beyond its OSM cuisine tags, details about the interior, seating, and cyclist amenities could not be verified due to an inaccessible website.

value: Happy Jack's Cafe


value: 901 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 17m; stands (4 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (5 spaces) at 61m; stands (3 spaces) at 90m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Tutto is an authentic Italian restaurant in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood, housed in a historic 1908 brick building at the corner of Homer and Smithe Streets. The dining room features colourful ceiling murals evoking the Italian Renaissance, elegantly curved wine cabinets, a lively wine bar, and private dining rooms anchored by a dramatic giraffe sculpture called 'Soprattutto.' A touring cyclist stopping here would encounter a full sit-down experience with fresh housemade pastas, premium seafood, house-made desserts, and expert sommelier-guided wine pairings.

value: Tutto

signal: Wine-focused Italian; happy hour offered; no menu prices visible


value: 6400 Nancy Greene Way

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 20m.

community: North Vancouver

value: Starbucks


value: 280 East Pender Street, Vancouver

value: Zhao Mah Bakery Ltd (金峰餅店) is a Chinese bakery located in Vancouver's Chinatown neighbourhood on East Pender Street. It is a locally operated shop offering baked goods in a community that has long served as a hub for Chinese-Canadian culture and commerce. A touring cyclist passing through Chinatown would find this a convenient stop for a quick snack in a historically rich area.

value: Zhao Mah Bakery Ltd

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 615 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5T 3K5

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands at 89m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Osteria Savio Volpe is a Vancouver Italian restaurant modelled on the classic osteria tradition, serving rustic fare built around handmade pasta crafted daily and proteins finished over a wood-fired grill and rotisserie. The menu leans heavily on locally sourced ingredients from BC's lakes, oceans, farms and fields, interpreted through an Italian lens with an extensive list of Italian wines. A touring cyclist arriving for dinner would find a warm, convivial sit-down experience on Kingsway celebrating fresh, regional cooking in a lively neighbourhood setting.

value: Osteria Savio Volpe

signal: Pasta mains $32-38, wood-fired proteins $38-65, range within band-3 envelope

wow_evidence: handmade pasta crafted daily and proteins finished over a wood-fired grill and rotisserie... locally sourced ingredients from BC's lakes, oceans, farms and fields


value: 122 Stafford Street, Comox, V9M 3W7

value: Mariner's Lookout is a fully furnished one-bedroom vacation rental suite on the second floor of a private home, overlooking Comox Bay, the Beaufort Range, and the ever-changing harbour scene including Goose Spit Park. Run by Henrie (artist and gardener) and Pat (retired tugboat captain), longtime Comox Valley residents who are fluent in English and French and eager to share local knowledge. The property is a 10-minute walk from downtown Comox, the marina, and restaurants, with beach and forest trails accessible directly from the neighbourhood.

value: Mariner's Lookout on Comox Bay

detail: Laundry facilities are available to guests staying one week or more

detail: Website states 'excellent restaurants' are a 10-minute walk away in downtown Comox

signal: Summer $160/night, winter $150/night nightly rates

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 8233 166 St, Surrey, BC V4N 5R8, Canada

value: Baseline Pub is a local pub situated in the Fleetwood area of Surrey in BC's Lower Mainland. As a neighbourhood pub it likely serves as a community gathering spot for the surrounding residential area. Touring cyclists riding through the Fraser Valley corridor may find it a convenient stop, though details on food, drink, and facilities could not be confirmed.

value: Baseline Pub


value: 333 Brooksbank Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces, covered) at 11m; wave (3 spaces) at 21m; rack (6 spaces) at 90m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 10675 King George Boulevard, Surrey

value: Taqueria Jalisco Mexican Restaurant is a Mexican eatery located on King George Boulevard in Surrey, BC, a busy commercial corridor in the Fraser Valley. Beyond the OSM tag indicating Mexican cuisine, no verified details about the business's offerings, layout, or amenities are available due to an inaccessible website. Touring cyclists passing through Surrey may find it worth investigating directly, but confirmation of its current operation is advised.

value: Taqueria Jalisco Mexican Restaurant

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


value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 3024 Highway 6, Slocan Park, V0G 2E0

community: Slocan Park

value: Slocan Valley Co-op is a locally-owned Federated Co-operatives affiliate serving Slocan Park and Castlegar, operating as both a grocery supermarket and a fuel/gas bar on Highway 6. As one of the few full-service stops in this rural stretch of the Kootenay region, it is a practical resupply point for cyclists travelling the Slocan Valley. The co-op model means it is community-owned and oriented toward serving local residents and travellers alike.

value: Co-op

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: locally-owned Federated Co-operatives affiliate... one of the few full-service stops in this rural stretch of the Kootenay region


community: Cherry Creek

value: Small 4-site forest recreation site on a stocked 25-hectare lake east of Kamloops, suited to a quiet fishing stop focused on trolling and fly-fishing; access is via the Dairy FSR, a forest service road.

value: Dairy Lake West Recreation Site

wow_evidence: Small 4-site forest recreation site...access is via the Dairy FSR, a forest service road


value: 91 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2E5

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 25m; rack (3 spaces) at 32m; rack (3 spaces) at 38m; rack (3 spaces) at 46m; rack (3 spaces) at 52m; rack (4 spaces) at 63m; rack (3 spaces) at 65m; rack (3 spaces) at 71m; rack (3 spaces) at 74m; rack (3 spaces) at 87m; rack (3 spaces) at 88m; rack (5 spaces) at 98m; rack (3 spaces) at 99m; rack (3 spaces) at 99m; rack (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 49 spaces.

value: Fishworks is a full-service West Coast seafood restaurant set in a heritage building in Lower Lonsdale, one block from the Lonsdale Quay SeaBus terminal — making it a natural stop for cyclists arriving from or departing to Vancouver by water. The menu is built around wild Pacific salmon, lingcod, locally farmed oysters, and shellfish, prepared with global influences ranging from Peruvian ceviche to Spanish paella to New England chowder. The rustic-contemporary dining room features high-ceiling windows, leather booths, and art from local artists.

value: Fishworks

detail: Menu pages mark multiple dishes with GF (gluten-free), VG (vegetarian), and VGN (vegan) labels — e.g. Quinoa Salad Bowl (VG, GF, VGN), Vegetarian Primavera (VG), Organic Market Salad (GF, VG), Chicken Limone (GF)

signal: Dinner mains $28–42: pasta, seafood, steak. Oyster tower $89 for two.

detail: Not mentioned on website


value: 722 14th Street, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

blurb: Community-run fitness gym in Invermere.

community: Invermere

value: Valley Fitness Centre is a community-run gym and physical fitness centre in Invermere, BC, situated in the Columbia Valley region of the Kootenays. Governed by a Board of Directors and boasting nearly 1,800 Facebook followers, it has a strong local membership base. Touring cyclists riding through Invermere may find it a useful stop given its gym facilities in a small mountain town.

value: Valley Fitness Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Community-run membership gym; commercial-gym notability anchor 0; possible day-pass workout at best.


value: 3207 Wharf Way, Daajing Giids, Haida Gwaii

community: Daajing Giids

value: Blacktail is a casual fine dining restaurant and Bake+Brew Cafe in Daajing Giids on Haida Gwaii, founded in 2019 and drawing both locals and tourists. The menu leans into local ingredients — Haida Gwaii halibut and salmon feature prominently — alongside creative cocktails and an extensive list of BC and international wines. A harbour-facing patio overlooking the heart of downtown makes it a natural stop for cyclists arriving or departing by ferry.

value: Blacktail

detail: Website menu confirms multiple vegetarian large plates (Mushroom Pasta, Arrabbiata Pasta); GF not mentioned

signal: Large plates $32–59; mains mostly $32–44 range


value: 2585 West Broadway, Vancouver, V6K 2E9

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 12m; rack (7 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (9 spaces) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 41m; rack (4 spaces) at 44m; rack (4 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 48m; rack (3 spaces) at 66m; rack (7 spaces) at 70m; rack (3 spaces) at 78m; rack (5 spaces) at 79m; rack (6 spaces) at 90m. Total: 71 spaces.

value: Folke is an exclusively plant-based fine dining restaurant on Vancouver's West Broadway, serving shared plates and chef's tasting menus built around British Columbia's seasonal farms, forests, and coastline. Recognized in the MICHELIN Guide 2025 and named among Canada's Best New Restaurants 2023, it crafts everything in-house—from breads and ferments to desserts—and operates as a no-tipping establishment. Weekend brunch, complete with a pastry and cake table offering take-home boxes, makes it a distinctive stop for cyclists passing through Kitsilano.

value: Folke

detail: Menus page: 'everything on the menu is vegan'. Reservations page: 'We are more than happy to offer gluten free and nut free options' for tasting menu and à la carte dinner

label: Fine dining

signal: Michelin Guide 2025, tasting menu format, described as fine dining


value: 238 Abbott St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2K8

value: Arcana Spirit Lounge is an occult-themed cocktail bar and restaurant hidden behind a 'Pet Psychic' storefront in Vancouver's historic Gastown neighbourhood. Created by Jason Kapalka, co-founder of PopCap Games, the interior features Ouija board tables, antique chandeliers, and Vancouver's only Zoltar machine alongside European fusion cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails. It is part of the same hospitality family as Storm Crow Alehouse in Vancouver and Storm Crow Manor in Toronto.

value: Arcana Spirit Lounge

detail: FAQ states: 'Our menu includes vegetarian (VEG), vegan (V), and gluten-free (GF) options, which are clearly marked.'

signal: occult cocktail bar/restaurant, bone marrow/octopus; ~$25-38pp

wow_evidence: occult-themed cocktail bar hidden behind a 'Pet Psychic' storefront... Vancouver's only Zoltar machine


value: 411 Columbia Street, New Westminster, V3L 1A9

value: The Met is a bar and grill located on Columbia Street in downtown New Westminster, BC. Situated on one of the city's main commercial corridors, it is tagged in OpenStreetMap as wheelchair accessible. Beyond that, no further detail about the establishment is verifiable from available sources.

value: Howe Sound Taphouse & Kitchen

signal: amenity=bar


value: 1450 George Street, White Rock, BC

community: White Rock

value: A tiny, family-run Japanese restaurant that has been serving authentic food in White Rock for over 40 years, founded by Yoshi and Michiko in 1982. The menu spans nigiri, aburi sushi, sashimi, rolls, and full dinner entrees, served in a fully licensed dine-in setting with takeout also available. The restaurant is notably sustainability-minded, partnering with ChopValue to recycle used chopsticks into furniture and home goods.

value: Kappa Japanese Restaurant

signal: family sushi since 1982; ~$16-26pp


value: 33780 Essendene Avenue, V2S 5M4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 44m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 90m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Gator's Pub is a bar located in Chilliwack. Touring cyclists can stop for food and drinks in a casual pub setting.

value: Gator's Pub

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: bar located in Chilliwack


community: Burnaby

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: Sumas Husky Market


community: Kelowna


value: 1999 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 4m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; rack (5 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; rack (5 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; rack (5 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Las Margaritas is a restaurant on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver. It provides dining services for touring cyclists in the area. As a full-service restaurant, it offers a stop for food and refreshment.

value: Las Margaritas

signal: Mexican full-service; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: restaurant on West 4th Avenue


value: 649 Humboldt Street, V8W 1A7

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; rack at 67m; rack at 73m; rack at 85m; stands (4 spaces) at 96m; rack at 98m. Total: 8 spaces.

blurb: Classic diorama attraction at the Empress: 85 miniature worlds, tiny working sawmill.

community: Victoria

value: Miniature World is a long-running indoor attraction located inside the iconic Fairmont Empress Hotel on Victoria's Inner Harbour, featuring over 85 detailed miniature dioramas spanning history, fantasy, and science fiction. Highlights include the world's smallest operational sawmill, one of the world's largest model railways depicting Canada's 1880s transcontinental rail build, and two enormous Victorian-era dollhouses with over 50 furnished rooms. Having operated for more than 50 years, it draws visitors of all ages and sits in one of downtown Victoria's most walkable and bikeable districts.

theme: science-family

value: Miniature World

signal: Miniature World admission ~$20

wow_evidence: Beloved long-running Empress-adjacent attraction: world's smallest operational sawmill, huge 1880s-railway diorama — quirky classic.


value: 102 Seaview Ave, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2V5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 77m; rack at 89m; rack at 94m.

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Ganges

value: OutSpokin' is a full-service bike shop and e-bike rental hub on Salt Spring Island, making it a key stop for cyclists exploring the island's forests, beaches, and vineyards by bike. The shop rents quality Trek e-bikes (mid-drive and rear-hub motors) as well as conventional acoustic bikes, and provides sales and servicing of brands including Rad and Trek. A touring cyclist visiting the island will find mechanical support, parts, and a gateway to curated island routes.

value: OutSpokin

detail: Dedicated rentals page confirms Trek e-bikes (mid-drive and rear-hub motors) and some acoustic bikes available for rent; helmets, saddle bag, lock, and phone mount included

detail: Service page confirms e-bike servicing for Bosch, Brose, Das-kit, and Rad drive systems only; explicitly does not service electrical parts from other brands

detail: Emergency mechanical items (flat repairs, chain install, emergency brake work) are explicitly exempt from the reservation requirement, implying same-day turnaround

detail: Appointment exceptions: flat repairs, chain install, emergency brake work and kids bikes are welcome with out an appointment.

subcategory: Repair Shop

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: full-service bike shop and e-bike rental operation on Salt Spring Island… walk-in exceptions for emergency mechanicals


value: 3271 Maple St, Victoria, BC V8X 4Y9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: staple (4 spaces) at 11m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Bin 4 Burger Lounge

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 4329 South Island Highway, Campbell River, V9H 1B7

community: Campbell River

value: A Chinese restaurant on Campbell River's South Island Highway. Serves dine-in meals to locals and touring cyclists passing through the community.

value: Driftwood Restaurant

signal: Chinese sit-down; $15-25/person


blurb: Kelowna's Memorial Arena downtown.

value: Kelowna Memorial Arena is a public sports facility in Kelowna, BC, primarily associated with lacrosse. As a City of Kelowna recreation facility, it serves the local community and may offer amenities typical of municipal arenas. Touring cyclists passing through Kelowna may find it a useful landmark or rest stop depending on events and access.

value: Kelowna Memorial Arena

wow_evidence: City arena, mainly lacrosse; standard rec band.


value: 7238 137 St, Surrey, BC V3W 1V3

value: Tomato's is an Indian restaurant in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood serving a broad menu spanning tandoori appetizers, Indo-Chinese dishes, biryanis, and a dedicated vegetarian section. The restaurant offers dine-in with table reservations as well as takeaway and delivery within a 15 km radius. Menu filters for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free options make it accessible to riders with a range of dietary needs.

value: Tomato's

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Dishes' category; order filters explicitly list Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Nut Free options


value: 1985 West Mall, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 31m; rack (6 spaces) at 45m; rack (6 spaces) at 55m; stands (8 spaces) at 58m; rack (6 spaces) at 77m; rack (28 spaces) at 78m; stands (8 spaces) at 86m; stands (28 spaces) at 95m. Total: 96 spaces.

blurb: Canada's only Indigenous academic library; Interior Salish pit-house architecture, open to all.

value: X̱wi7x̱wa Library is the only Indigenous branch of an academic library in Canada, housed in a building whose architecture represents an Interior Salish pit-house on the UBC campus. Its collections and services reflect Indigenous approaches to teaching, learning, and research, and it is open to everyone — not just UBC students. The library is a culturally significant stop for visitors interested in Indigenous scholarship and knowledge systems in British Columbia.

value: X̱wi7x̱wa Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Canada's only Indigenous branch of an academic library — verifiable national first; Interior Salish pit-house architecture; explicitly open to everyone. Above the academic-library 1/1 ladder on both axes.


value: 14899 Marine Drive, Tsawwassen, BC

value: Oceanside Convenience Store is a neighbourhood convenience shop on Marine Drive in Tsawwassen, situated in a coastal community near the BC Ferries Tsawwassen terminal. For cyclists riding the South Fraser or ferry-connection routes, it represents a potential resupply point close to the water. The store's proximity to the terminal approach road could make it a useful last stop before boarding or a first stop after arriving by ferry.

value: Oceanside Convenience Store

wow_evidence: shop=convenience at 14899 Marine Drive, Tsawwassen


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 89m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Subway


value: 531 East Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 63m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 65m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 71m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Paper Crane Coffee is a café on East Broadway in Vancouver. Located on a busy arterial street that connects several neighbourhoods, it is positioned along a common cycling corridor on Vancouver's east side. The business is a small independent café identifiable by its presence on Instagram.

value: Paper Crane Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe


value: #101 3011 Louie Drive, West Kelowna, BC V4T 3E2

community: Westbank

value: Outbound Cycle is a locally owned, rider-run bike shop that has anchored West Kelowna's cycling community for over 30 years, serving as the exclusive Rocky Mountain dealer for the area. Positioned near popular trailheads including Smith Creek, Crawford Trails, Gillard, and McDougall Rim, it offers sales across mountain bikes, e-bikes, and scooters alongside full certified mechanic services. Touring cyclists will find a well-stocked shop with brands spanning the full range of accessories, plus mountain bike and e-bike rentals for visitors arriving without wheels.

value: Outbound Cycle

detail: Dedicated rentals page confirms Rocky Mountain trail bike rentals and ENVO/Opus e-bike rentals; 4-hour, 8-hour, and 24-hour options; reservation by call or email

detail: Website states: 'We offer full diagnostics and servicing for all e-bike systems'; service page lists certified techs trained on Shimano and SRAM; e-bike systems explicitly included in service offerings

detail: Website lists panniers, bike racks (Thule, Yakima, Swagman), locks (Kryptonite, On Guard), lights (Blackburn, Surface, Lyzne, Cat Eye), and pumps (Blackburn, Lyzyne) as stocked inventory

wow_evidence: locally owned, rider-run bike shop... over 30 years... certified mechanic services


value: 350 Main Street, Tofino, V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: The Inn at Tough City is a distinctive waterfront boutique hotel in Tofino built largely from salvaged materials, including over 45,000 bricks from Vancouver's Gastown and stained-glass windows imported from Scotland. Its 8 individually decorated rooms look directly onto Clayoquot Sound, and the property includes an eclectic on-site sushi bar with an extensive menu of fresh local seafood. Founded roughly 30 years ago by 'Crazy Ron' and Johanna Vanderkley, the Inn is known for its relaxed, home-style atmosphere that stands apart from chain or resort hotels.

value: The Inn at Tough City

detail: Links page names several nearby restaurants as 'friends in town': SoBo (sobo.ca), Common Loaf (commonloaf.com), and Schooner Restaurant (schoonerrestaurant.ca)

signal: Nightly rates $219–$389; full-service sushi restaurant; soaker tubs; water views

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 8262 Manitoba St, Vancouver, BC V5X 3A2

community: Vancouver

value: Bendick's Ice Cream Factory is a locally owned small-batch ice cream producer that has been manufacturing premium Canadian dairy ice cream from the same Vancouver location since 1986. Best known as the maker of Sara's Old Fashioned Ice Cream, Bendick's also runs a public-facing Cash & Carry outlet where cyclists can purchase their full product line — including cakes, tubs, and cups — as well as clearance items from major ice cream brands. A hidden-gem factory stop for anyone riding through the Marpole/Oakridge area.

value: Bendick's Ice Cream Factory

detail: Manufacturing page lists 'Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Plant-based/Vegan' among products produced and sold at the factory

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: small-batch ice cream producer from the same Vancouver location since 1986 … publicly accessible Cash & Carry outlet


value: G-3388 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8Z 3L3

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

value: Delicious Pizza & Pasta is a Victoria restaurant recognized by Black Press as one of the top three best pizzas in the city every year from 2018 to 2023. The menu covers specialty, gourmet, Indian-inspired, and build-your-own pizzas alongside pastas, salads, and sides, with strong dietary accommodation across the board. Cyclists on Douglas Street will find a full sit-down or takeout meal with broad dietary options available.

value: Delicious Pizza & Pasta

detail: Website states: 'We offer Gluten-Free, Vegan, Halal & Thin Crust Pizza Options.'

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 130-3900 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC V7E 4R7

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 35m; rack at 87m; rack at 95m.

community: Richmond

value: Kari House Restaurant is a Malaysian cuisine spot tucked inside Steveston Village, the historic waterfront fishing village at the southwestern tip of Richmond. The menu draws on the complex spices and layered flavors of Malaysian cooking, with influences from Indian, Chinese, and Thai traditions. Cyclists riding the Steveston Dyke or the River Road corridor will find it a convenient and distinctive lunch or dinner stop, with outdoor patio seating available.

value: Kari House Restaurant

signal: Malaysian, Steveston; ~$15-24pp


value: 1715-4700 McClelland Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 0M6

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands at 14m; stands at 18m; stands at 32m; stands at 34m; stands at 39m; stands at 49m; stands at 65m; stands at 71m; stands at 81m; stands at 86m; stands (4 spaces) at 89m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Darumaya is a Japanese grocery store in Richmond, BC, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a supermarket. Its address places it along or adjacent to the Alderbridge Way Multi-use Pathway, making it a potentially convenient stop for cyclists travelling that corridor. Touring cyclists interested in Japanese ingredients, snacks, or specialty food items would find this a distinctive resupply option.

value: Darumaya

wow_evidence: Japanese grocery store… Alderbridge Way Multi-use Pathway


blurb: North Delta rec centre with pool and fitness.

community: Delta

value: A municipal recreation centre operated by the City of Delta in the North Delta area. As a sports centre it likely offers fitness and recreation programs for the surrounding community. It sits within Delta's parks and recreation network, which also maintains local trails and cycling infrastructure.

value: Sungod Recreation Centre

wow_evidence: North Delta rec centre with pool — pool ladder 1/2.


community: Surrey

value: Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria

signal: Famoso Neapolitan pizzeria; ~$16-24pp


value: 6706 Ponderosa Drive, Osoyoos BC V0H 1V3

community: Osoyoos

value: Sandy Beach Suites is a family-run lakefront resort on a quiet sandy bay of Osoyoos Lake, welcoming guests since opening as Sandy Beach Motel in 1962. The property sits within walking distance of Osoyoos town centre and is surrounded by the Okanagan's vineyards, orchards, and desert terrain, making it a natural base for cycling the southern wine country routes. Guests have access to a private beach, kayaks, paddle boards, and a sports court on a large smoke-free property.

value: Sandy Beach Suites

detail: Homepage states the resort is 'a short walk to the heart of Osoyoos' where guests find 'a vast array of shops, dining, activities and entertainment'

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: family-run lakefront resort... private beach, kayaks, paddle boards


value: 6096 McKay Avenue, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 38m; stands at 71m; stands at 71m; stands (4 spaces, paid) at 96m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Pür & Simple is a Canadian breakfast and brunch franchise with over 65 locations nationwide, with this Burnaby outpost anchored inside Station Square Metro Town. The restaurant specialises in creative comfort-food twists on classics — think Eggs Benedict, French toast, pancakes, and crepes — served in an upscale indoor setting with dedicated vegan and vegetarian menu sections. Cyclists coming off the Burnaby routes can order online for takeout or join a same-day waitlist on weekends.

value: Pür & Simple

detail: Menu pages label items 'V' (vegetarian) and 'Vg' (vegan) and include a 'gluten sentitive' filter category

signal: Mains $20–22: Lemon Blueberry Pancake, Prosciutto Egg Toast


value: 1695 Central Avenue, Grand Forks, V0H 1H0

community: Grand Forks

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 2096 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC

value: Super Stop Convenience is a Petro-Canada-branded convenience store and gas station on Clearbrook Road in Abbotsford. As a 24/7 operation attached to a major fuel brand, it offers round-the-clock access for touring cyclists needing snacks, drinks, or supplies at any hour. It is a reliable roadside stop on a busy arterial route in the Fraser Valley.

value: Super Stop Convenience

wow_evidence: Petro-Canada-branded convenience store (shop=convenience, brand=Petro-Canada) operating 24/7


community: Kamloops

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 4460 West 10 Ave, Vancouver, BC, V6R 2H9

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 13m; rack (5 spaces) at 27m; rack (7 spaces) at 32m; rack (5 spaces) at 39m; rack (5 spaces) at 44m; rack (5 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; rack (5 spaces) at 75m; rack (5 spaces) at 79m; rack (7 spaces) at 86m; rack (5 spaces) at 89m; rack (5 spaces) at 90m; rack (5 spaces) at 93m. Total: 71 spaces.

value: Bella Roma Pizzeria & Ristorante is a locally owned Italian restaurant in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, helmed by chef Jimmy Khinda who trained for three years in Italy before bringing his craft home to BC. The menu centres on pizza and pasta, with customer reviews highlighting generous portions and fresh seafood dishes. A patio at the back of the restaurant provides an outdoor seating option.

value: Bella Roma

signal: Italian pizza/pasta, Italy-trained chef; ~$18-28pp


value: 2375 Saloompt Road, Hagensborg BC V0T 1H0

label: salmon runs

months: July August September October

community: Hagensborg

value: A commercial riverside campground on the Bella Coola River with a sandy beach, tent sites, powered RV pads, and rustic cabins near Hagensborg, in a remote valley renowned for salmon fishing, hiking, and dark-sky stargazing. Reaching it requires either a long drive down Highway 20 or a ferry crossing.

value: Bailey Bridge Cabins & Campsites

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: quick shower at the modern shower house... laundromat... water fill up at main entrance


value: Murray Street, Port Moody, BC

community: Port Moody

value: The Funky Monkey Food Corp. is a sandwich-focused cafe on Murray Street in Port Moody, BC. It operates as a compact neighbourhood lunch spot with no outdoor seating. Touring cyclists passing through Port Moody's waterfront corridor may find it a convenient midday stop.

value: The Funky Monkey Food Corp.

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 4255 Government Street, Hazelton, BC V0J 1Y0

blurb: Hazelton's library in the historic Library and Pioneer Museum building.

community: Hazelton

value: A small-town public library housed in the historic Library and Pioneer Museum Building in Hazelton, in the Upper Skeena region. Beyond books, it features a Pioneer Museum, an art collection, and a local history reference collection that document the area's heritage. Touring cyclists will find free Wi-Fi, computer access, and a welcoming rest stop in a remote stretch of northern BC.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Hazelton District Public Library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library sharing its historic building with a Pioneer Museum and art collection — more than an ordinary branch stop.


value: 90 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, V9R 5G2

blurb: Nanaimo's harbourfront library on Diana Krall Plaza.

community: Nanaimo

value: The Creativity Commons (Nanaimo Harbourfront) is a public library branch operated by Vancouver Island Regional Library, situated on Nanaimo's waterfront with a history of library services in the community dating to the 1860s. The branch occupies floors 2 and 3 of its building and offers meeting room bookings, digital learning resources, and a broad range of collections. Its central harbourfront location makes it a natural stopping point for touring cyclists passing through downtown Nanaimo.

value: Nanaimo Harbourfront Library Branch

wow_evidence: Major harbourfront branch; ordinary library band.


value: 2908 Tieulie Pl, Shirley, BC V9Z 1G5

community: Shirley

value: Stoked Wood Fired Pizzeria is a seasonal, take-out-focused wood-fired pizza restaurant on Vancouver Island's wild west coast near Shirley, BC, explicitly positioned as a refuelling stop before or after outdoor adventures along the Juan de Fuca corridor. The menu leans on locally sourced ingredients and features a rotating selection of Vancouver Island beers, ciders, wines, and craft cocktails, alongside a small market stocking locally made goods and trail guides. Generous outdoor seating, a dog-friendly lower patio, and a laid-back west coast atmosphere make it a natural gathering point for cyclists passing through.

value: Stoked Wood Fired Pizzeria

detail: FAQ states: 'We are currently operating as take-out only. However, there is plenty of outdoor seating available. At this time, ordering ahead of time is recommended.'

detail: Pizza menu states 'Gluten Free + Vegan Options Available'; a dedicated 'Vegan Surprise' pizza is offered; vegetarian variants exist; dairy-free cheese substitution available on most pizzas; gluten-free crust available (website notes cross-contamination risk — suitable for sensitivity, not severe allergy)


value: Quiznos

signal: chain 'quiznos'


value: 4230 Gateway Drive, Whistler, BC

blurb: Visitor information centre (record location needs verification).

community: Pemberton

value: The Whistler Visitor Centre is Whistler's official in-resort information hub, staffed by knowledgeable Tourism Whistler employees who can assist with accommodation, activity bookings, transit schedules, and broader BC travel planning. Located adjacent to the bus and taxi loop at 4230 Gateway Drive, it is a natural stopping point for anyone arriving by public transit or exploring the valley. Touring cyclists would find it particularly useful for local maps, event listings, and regional destination information.

value: Visitor Center

signal: Tourism Whistler visitor centre, free

wow_evidence: Desc describes the Whistler Visitor Centre but the row sits in Pemberton — entity/location mismatch; scored as a VC either way.


value: 5914 Main Street

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


value: 5021 Kingsway, Unit 101, Burnaby, BC

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

community: Burnaby

value: Got Lot Tea is a bubble tea café situated in a unit along Kingsway, one of Burnaby's main commercial corridors. It offers indoor seating, making it a potential rest stop for cyclists on that route. The café specializes in bubble tea drinks.

value: Got Lot Tea


value: 737 Goldstream Ave., Langford, BC

community: Langford

value: Akemi Sushi is a long-running Japanese restaurant in Langford's Station Square on Goldstream Avenue, operated by owner Frank since 2006. It offers a broad menu of sushi, sashimi, and cooked Japanese dishes — spanning everything from boat combos to tempura — in a dining room that seats over 100 guests, with a private fireside party room for groups of up to 25. Its position near several bus routes and a large free parking lot makes it an accessible sit-down meal option for cyclists exploring the Western Communities west of Victoria.

value: Akemi Sushi

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian items: Edamame, Vegetable Gyoza, Vegetable Spring Roll, Vegetable Tempura, Yam Tempura, and Gomaae. Vegan and gluten-free not explicitly confirmed

signal: Rolls $8–20, sets $28–33; casual sit-down sushi

wow_evidence: operated by owner Frank since 2006


value: 115-16120 24 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 0B9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 61m; rack at 88m.

value: Afghan Kitchen is a family-run restaurant in South Surrey built around the owner's personal journey from Kabul to Canada, serving traditional Afghan dishes made entirely from his mother's recipes. The restaurant earned the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year (Medium) award for 2023 and was featured on the Food Network in March 2021. A touring cyclist stopping here would find a welcoming sit-down dining experience with catering available for group events.

value: Afghan Kitchen

signal: family Afghan, mum's recipes; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year (Medium) 2023; featured on the Food Network in March 2021


value: 1810 Rogers Place, Kamloops, BC V1S 1T7

value: Prestige Hotel Kamloops is an 87-room modern hotel in Kamloops' Aberdeen neighbourhood, part of a BC family-owned chain of 19 properties. Guests have access to an indoor pool, waterslide, hot tub, fitness centre, and on-site dining at restaurant Isagani. Its location near Sun Peaks Resort and surrounding hills makes it a practical base for cyclists exploring the Thompson Plateau region.

value: Prestige Hotel Kamloops

signal: chain 'prestige'

wow_evidence: BC family-owned chain of 19 properties; indoor pool, waterslide, hot tub, fitness centre


value: 377 Baker St, Nelson, V1L 4H7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nelson

value: The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Cooperative is a worker-owned organic bakery and café on Nelson's main commercial street, producing over 300 from-scratch products using certified organic and locally sourced ingredients. As a cooperative, it embeds principles of mutual aid and sustainability into its operations, supplying restaurants and retailers across the Kootenays alongside its café trade. Touring cyclists will find fresh breads, pastries, coffee, and warm beverages, with options for vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free diets.

value: The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Cooperative

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: worker-owned organic bakery... producing over 300 from-scratch products... supplying restaurants and retailers across the Kootenays


value: 1813 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 17m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (3 spaces) at 46m; stands (3 spaces) at 65m; stands (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Chicko Chicken is a Canadian fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken with multiple Lower Mainland locations, including this Lonsdale Avenue outpost in North Vancouver. The Lonsdale corridor is a busy cycling route connecting the waterfront to upper North Van, making this a convenient quick-stop option for riders. Orders are fulfilled as pickup, making it a fast refueling option mid-ride.

value: Chicko Chicken


value: 53425 Chilliwack Lake Road, Rosedale, BC

community: Slesse Park

value: A managed recreation campground along Chilliwack Lake Road with sites either beside the river or tucked in forest, each with a picnic table and firepit; pack-in/pack-out required, gates lock at 10 pm, and the FSR approach adds some load to a loaded bike.

google_place_id: ChIJAQAAhSlohFQRAFGusvpTccI

value: Thurston Meadows Campground


value: 1777 2nd St. N., Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G9

blurb: Cranbrook's arena and rec complex: pool, hot tub, sauna, and Bucks junior hockey.

community: Cranbrook

value: Cranbrook's main arena and recreation complex, home to the Cranbrook Bucks junior hockey team. The facility houses a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and ice rinks — appealing for a touring cyclist looking to recover after a long ride through the East Kootenay. Located just north of downtown Cranbrook with bus service on multiple routes.

label: Cranbrook Bucks hockey season

months: October November December January February March

value: Western Financial Place

detail: Concessions operated by Cranbrook Bucks offering pizza, hot dogs, popcorn; full-service restaurant above the seating area open during hockey games and major events

detail: Drinking fountains located in the main lobby per Plan Your Visit page

wow_evidence: Cranbrook's main arena/rec complex (Bucks junior hockey) with pool, hot tub, sauna — regional facility, after-ride band. Cluster winner (Rex Plex c936d5ee0b same entity; pool 9b094adc7d satellite).


value: 3251 E Highway 16, Smithers, British Columbia V0J 2N0

community: Smithers

value: Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge & Conference Centre is a full-service hotel situated on the Yellowhead Highway (Hwy 16) in Smithers, BC, surrounded by mountain views. The property offers a variety of rooms and suites including new kitchenette units, a recently renovated lobby, fitness room, and convention facilities. It sits minutes from downtown Smithers shops and restaurants, making it a convenient base for touring cyclists passing through the Bulkley Valley.

value: Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge Premier Collection

signal: Prestige full-service lodge + conference centre, Smithers; $150-200

wow_evidence: Best Western booking page… full-service hotel situated on the Yellowhead Highway… no cycling-specific amenities mentioned


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

community: Mission

value: This Walmart Supercenter (store #1119) in Mission, BC is a large-format retail store with a full grocery section covering a wide range of food staples and household goods. For touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley, it offers a convenient and predictable resupply point in a major commercial area. The store is tagged as carrying groceries, electronics, clothing, and more.

value: Walmart

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter (store #1119)


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

blurb: Lakeside reserve with meadow trails in the middle of Salt Spring Island.

community: Ganges

value: Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve is an 18.4-hectare protected area managed by the Salt Spring Island Conservancy, surrounding about two-thirds of Blackburn Lake at the geographic centre of Salt Spring Island. The reserve features mowed public walking trails through meadows, wetlands, and forest edges, and is home to over 100 bird species and 21 Species at Risk, including Great Blue Herons, Peregrine Falcons, and Northern Red-legged Frogs. Cyclists exploring Salt Spring Island can lock up and walk the trails, though dogs are strictly prohibited to protect the sensitive wildlife habitat.

label: breeding birds & waterfowl

months: April May June

theme: wildlife

value: Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Lake reserve with mowed walking trails and 100+ bird species at Salt Spring's centre.


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 98m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


bike_access: hard

community: Stillwater

value: A remote wilderness campsite at Phillip Lake in the Cariboo region, reachable only by non-vehicle means; the hard approach rules it out for loaded tourers, and facilities are minimal despite a fee.

value: Phillip Lake Wilderness Campsite

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: backcountry=yes... more than 1 km from a highway or park road


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

community: Richmond

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1258 Pacific Rim Hwy, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: Hotel Zed Tofino is a boldly retro boutique hotel on the Tofino Inlet, designed as a 1970s fever dream complete with a mini disco, sunken living room, psychic's den, and hidden arcade. It promotes itself as home to the world's first bike path routed directly through the hotel lobby, making it a genuinely cycling-forward property. Situated seven minutes on foot from Chesterman Beach and ten minutes by bike from Tofino's shops and restaurants, it offers on-site dining at ROAR and a free outdoor BBQ at the Lanai.

value: Hotel Zed Tofino

detail: On-site ROAR restaurant and bar for dining, drinks, and happy hour; free outdoor BBQ at the Lanai also available to guests

signal: retro boutique Hotel Zed, Tofino Inlet; $250-350

wow_evidence: world's first bike path that takes you right through the lobby


blurb: Lakeshore conservancy and campground on Babine Lake, busy in the August sockeye run.

community: Granisle

value: Bear Island Conservancy is a 317-hectare BC Parks protected area on the shores of Babine Lake, about 60 km east of Smithers, encompassing approximately 4 km of lakeshore and two islands. Established in 2008, it incorporates a former Forest Service recreation site that continues to operate as a vehicle-accessible campground especially popular during the August Sockeye salmon fishery. Visiting cyclists should be aware that the access road is a steep gravel descent and no potable water is available on site.

label: Sockeye fishery & swimming season

months: July August

theme: nature

value: Bear Island Conservancy

detail: Website explicitly states potable water is not available in the park

detail: Website explicitly states: 'Bring your own drinking water as potable water is not available in the park.'

wow_evidence: Babine Lake shoreline conservancy with vehicle-access campground, busiest during the August sockeye run.


community: Chilliwack

value: Safeway


value: 1789 Comox Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1P5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (3 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 64m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 73m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: 93 Coffee is a cozy Japanese-style cafe tucked inside the Denman Place Mall in Vancouver's West End neighbourhood. It offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a dedicated drink menu, positioning itself as an all-day stop. Its central West End location makes it a convenient refuelling point for cyclists exploring the nearby Seawall.

value: 93 Coffee

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 8368 Alexandra Road, Richmond, BC V6X 4A6

value: The Grand Park Hotel Vancouver Airport is an independently branded mid-scale hotel in Richmond's Golden Village, a few minutes from YVR with a complimentary shuttle running every 30 minutes. It sits on the city's 'Food Street' with over 50 restaurants within walking distance, directly across from Lansdowne Mall, and near a Canada Line station for quick access to downtown Vancouver. The hotel has 140 rooms, an onsite restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre, EV charging stations, and an open parking lot without height restrictions.

value: Grand Park Hotel Vancouver Airport

detail: Rooms page lists USB outlets in all room types

detail: Website states 'over 50 ethnic restaurants within easy walking distance' on the famous Food Street; onsite Bella Roma Italiano Bar & Grill also serves dinner

signal: independent mid-scale YVR-area hotel with shuttle; $160-200


value: 1031 Brunette Avenue

community: Coquitlam