value: Unit 600-20395 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2P9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 80m.

community: Maple Ridge

value: De Dutch Pannekoek House is a BC breakfast and brunch institution founded in 1975, specializing in Dutch-style pannekoeks — large thin pancakes served sweet or savoury alongside eggs benedicts, omelettes, and hearty hash dishes. The Maple Ridge location is a licensed, full-service franchise restaurant situated in a strip mall on Lougheed Highway, a busy Fraser Valley corridor. It draws a loyal local following and offers a filling, calorie-rich menu well-suited to riders needing a substantial meal stop.

value: De Dutch Pannekoek House

detail: Menu includes a Mediterranean omelette (spinach, mushrooms, tomato, feta) and customer reviews reference a savoury vegetarian pannekoek (mushroom, green pepper, hashbrowns) and a veggie burger

signal: De Dutch pannekoek breakfast/brunch chain; ~$16-22pp


source: enrichment

value: 210-200 Burrard St, Vancouver BC V6C3L6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (9 spaces) at 87m; stands (10 spaces) at 90m; stands (10 spaces) at 92m. Total: 29 spaces.

blurb: Vancouver's official downtown visitor information centre at 200 Burrard Street.

category: Attractions

community: Vancouver

value: Operated by Destination Vancouver (the Metro Vancouver Convention and Visitors Bureau), this is the official visitor information office for Vancouver, located in the heart of downtown at 200 Burrard Street. Staff can help touring cyclists and other visitors plan trips, find accommodations, and navigate the city's neighbourhoods, trails, and attractions. The centre serves as a gateway to resources covering everything from accessible travel to Indigenous cultural experiences across the region.

dwell: quick

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

planning: walk-up

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Vancouver Tourism Visitor Centre

source: osm

origin: osm

ownership: Public

band_key: free

confidence: high

label: Free

signal: Destination Vancouver visitor centre, free

source: judgement

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Visitor Centre

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: Official Destination Vancouver visitor centre downtown; major-gateway VC ladder 2/2.


bike_access: hard

character: utilitarian

energy: active

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Alvin

source: camping

value: A primitive backcountry campsite within Pinecone Burke Park's 38,000-hectare Lower Mainland wilderness; hard hike-in or equivalent access and zero confirmed facilities make it inaccessible for a loaded touring bike.

value: Frypan Camp Site

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground

tier: info


value: 2842 Bainbridge Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5A 3W7

category: Food & Drink

community: Burnaby

value: Papa John's on Bainbridge Avenue is a pizza chain location in Burnaby offering both delivery and carryout, with a menu featuring pizza, breadsticks, and wings. It is a no-drive-through format, making it a straightforward stop for cyclists looking to grab a hot meal or order ahead for pickup. The location is part of the Papa John's Canadian franchise network.

value: Papa John's

ownership: Global chain

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'papa john'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

wow_evidence: Papa John's Canadian franchise network


value: 3086 Saint Edwards Drive, Richmond

community: Richmond

value: Pizza Pizza

origin: chain

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'


value: 36 Powell Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1E7

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (4 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (12 spaces) at 93m; stands at 98m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Milano Espresso Lounge is the Gastown outpost of Milano Coffee, a Vancouver institution founded in 1984 by Italian master roaster Francesco Curatolo and now helmed by Brian Turko, whose blends have earned 15 gold medals from the International Institute of Coffee Tasters. The cafe is part of a network of locations known for espresso tasting bars offering up to 8 different espresso varieties simultaneously — a rarity in the city. Cyclists passing through Gastown will find a serious specialty coffee stop with deep roots in Vancouver's Little Italy neighbourhood.

value: Milano Espresso Lounge

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: Vancouver institution founded in 1984 ... 15 gold medals from the International Institute of Coffee Tasters


value: 625 10 Ave N, Golden, BC V0A 1H0, Canada

category: Groceries

community: Golden

value: Mountain Mart is a convenience store in or near Golden, BC, a gateway community to Yoho and Kootenay National Parks and a key waypoint on cycling routes through the Columbia Valley. The OSM tag discouraging large vehicles suggests a compact, accessible site well-suited to arriving by bike. For touring cyclists, it represents a potential resupply stop in a region where services can be spread thin.

value: Mountain Mart

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 8580 Alexandra Road, Unit 1100, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 26m; rack at 85m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: The Shellfish Shack is a restaurant on Alexandra Road in Richmond, BC, whose name suggests a focus on shellfish and seafood. It is located in a unit within a larger commercial building. No further details about the dining experience or cyclist amenities could be confirmed from available sources.

value: The Shellfish Shack

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

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

subcategory: Restaurant


community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Leo Burrito is a Mexican restaurant located in the Kootenays region of British Columbia. Touring cyclists passing through this part of the province would find it a likely stop for a hearty, fast-casual meal in an area where food options can be spread out.

value: Leo Burrito

signal: fast-casual burrito; ~$12-15


value: Beaverdell, BC V0H 1Y0, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

label: post ice-off fishing

months: June July

community: Beaverdell

value: Three small spots sit directly on high-elevation Hoodoo Lake, reached via roughly 14 km of FSR roads from Hwy 33; the lake thaws late so fishing and paddling hit their stride after ice-off, and a car-top boat launch is on site.

value: Hoodoo Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

region: Thompson Okanagan

wow_evidence: roughly 14 km of FSR roads from Hwy 33


value: 1325 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 11m; stands (3 spaces) at 26m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (3 spaces) at 33m; hoop (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 39m; hoop (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (3 spaces) at 52m; lockers (2 spaces, secure) at 59m; hoop (6 spaces) at 61m; stands (6 spaces) at 63m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m; hoop (6 spaces) at 68m; stands (3 spaces) at 77m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 79m; hoop (4 spaces) at 81m; stands (3 spaces) at 83m. Total: 72 spaces, 2 secure.

community: North Vancouver

value: KINTON RAMEN

confidence: medium

signal: Kinton Ramen; ~$16-22pp


value: 2C-2220 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Chico's Fried Chicken & Pizza is a locally owned and operated Nanaimo institution that has been serving the community for over 40 years. The menu spans an extensive range of pizzas — including globally inspired options like Punjabi, Greek, Tandoori Chicken, and Donair — alongside crispy fried chicken, donairs, and fresh-cut sides. It's a solid stop for a filling, affordable meal after a long day on the road.

value: Chico's

detail: Website lists delivery with minimum order amounts and charges, implying takeout/pickup is also available; the business operates in a takeout/delivery format

detail: Menu includes a VEGGIE pizza (mushrooms, green peppers, onions, olives, tomato, pineapple, cheese & tomato sauce) and a Four Cheese pizza. No vegan or GF options mentioned

signal: cuisine=pizza

region: Vancouver Island


value: 955 West Broadway, Vancouver

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

value: Chef's Choice Seafood Restaurant is a Michelin-recommended Chinese seafood establishment on West Broadway in Vancouver, specialising in premium live seafood — King Crab, Lobster, Abalone, and Sea Cucumber — alongside traditional dim sum. The restaurant features private dining rooms accommodating groups of up to 24 and is rooted in traditional Chinese culinary arts. It would suit a touring cyclist seeking a substantial sit-down meal in a full-service restaurant setting.

value: Chef's Choice Chinese Cuisine

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Michelin-recommended; menu prices $23–60 range; premium seafood specialty (king crab, abalone, lobster)


kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Revelstoke

value: A 26-site rec-site campground on a Forest Service Road just short of Begbie Falls, with trail access to the waterfall and Begbie Bluffs near Revelstoke. Water is not easily accessible on site, so arrive prepared.

value: Begbie Falls Rec Site


value: 7351 Scott Road, Delta

community: Delta

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 328 Esplanade Avenue

community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: Muddy Waters Café is a family-owned cafe, espresso bar, and ice cream shop that has operated in Harrison Hot Springs since 1993, located across from the beach with mountain views. The menu is built around farm-to-table principles, with ingredients sourced from farms in the surrounding Fraser Valley region and home-baked goods made on premises. Staff are mostly local and can point touring cyclists toward the lake, hiking trails, and the famous hot springs.

value: Muddy Waters Cafe

detail: Menu includes Black bean Garden Burger, Baby Mozzarella sandwich, Local Mediterranean Yogurt with granola and fresh fruit, and Brie with Sliced Pear — multiple clearly vegetarian options. Vegan and GF not explicitly stated

wow_evidence: family-owned cafe...operating since 1993 with farm-to-table food


value: 1440-4771 McClelland Rd, Richmond, BC V6X0M5

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 11m; stands (4 spaces) at 47m; stands at 54m; stands at 55m; rack at 57m; stands at 58m; stands at 60m; stands at 61m; bollard at 73m; stands at 74m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 74m; stands at 77m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m; stands at 83m; stands at 85m; rack at 86m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Ai-Boiled is a Sichuan/Canadian fusion restaurant located inside Garden City Mall in Richmond, BC, built around a fully customizable build-your-own noodle soup concept. Diners choose from fresh noodles, vegetables, meats, and seafood, which are cooked to order in a signature broth; some recipes are adapted to be less spicy to suit a broader range of palates. The business also operates a second Richmond location at Aberdeen Square on No 3 Road.

value: Ai-Boiled

signal: build-your-own noodle-soup counter (mall); ~$12-16


value: 6386 Number 3 Road, Unit 157, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 68m; rack at 78m; rack at 91m; rack at 92m; lockers (secure) at 95m; rack at 97m.

value: Chicha San Chen is a bubble tea café offering takeaway beverages. Part of a multi-location brand across Canada, this location provides quick refreshment options for touring cyclists.

value: Chicha San Chen


value: 15141 Highway 10, Surrey, V3S9A5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 70m; rack (2 spaces) at 73m; wave (3 spaces, covered) at 78m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Korean fried chicken restaurant on Highway 10 in Surrey. The business website is parked and inaccessible, preventing verification of current operations or amenities.

value: Nonstop Chicken

wow_evidence: Korean fried chicken restaurant


value: 275 Southgate St, Tumbler Ridge, BC V0C 2W0

category: Accommodation

community: Tumbler Ridge

value: A family-run motel nestled in the UNESCO Global Geopark in the remote community of Tumbler Ridge in Northern BC, offering a rare concentration of on-site amenities for such a remote location. The property includes a café and dining room, the Coal Bin Pub, an attached liquor store, pet-friendly rooms, kitchenettes, and an on-site hair salon. Touring cyclists riding through Northern BC will find it a well-equipped stop with access to world-class hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing in the surrounding wilderness.

value: Tumbler Ridge Inn

detail: Website About page lists 'On-site Laundry Service' as an amenity

detail: Coal Bin Pub is on-site at the same property, offering drinks and events on weekend evenings

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: family-run motel nestled in the UNESCO Global Geopark in the remote community of Tumbler Ridge; on-site laundry service confirmed


value: 808 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 10m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 19m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 27m; rack at 52m; rack at 66m; rack at 78m; rack at 79m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Papa John's Pizza


value: 555 West Hastings Street, FC-12, Vancouver, BC V6B 4N6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (9 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (4 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (4 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; rack (2 spaces) at 81m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Harbour Spoon is an Eastern European restaurant tucked into the Harbour Centre food court in downtown Vancouver, serving hand-made comfort food including borscht, pierogies, cabbage rolls, Siberian pelmeni, and traditional pastries alongside house-made fermented beverages like kvass and cranberry mors. The kitchen prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients with no preservatives, MSG, GMO, or nuts. It's a rare find for cyclists wanting an affordable, filling, made-from-scratch meal in the heart of the city.

value: Harbour Spoon

detail: Website lists 'Vegan Options' and 'Gluten Free Options' under Our Values; multiple menu items are explicitly labeled Vegan (Borscht, Mushroom soup) or Gluten Free (Borscht, Cabbage Rolls); a dedicated 'Vegetarian meal combo' is offered

wow_evidence: hand-made comfort food including borscht, pierogies, cabbage rolls, Siberian pelmeni…no preservatives, MSG, GMO


value: 128-11782 River Road, Richmond, BC V6X 1Z7

value: Lamajoun is a family-owned Mediterranean bakery in Richmond specializing in lahmajoun — a centuries-old flatbread dish topped with seasoned meat, rooted in Armenian and Middle Eastern culinary tradition. Everything is made from scratch using locally sourced greens and vegetables, premium meats, and no preservatives, MSG, or palm oil. Located in a commercial unit along River Road, it offers a distinctive scratch-baked stop for cyclists exploring Richmond's waterfront area.

value: Lamajoun

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: family-owned Mediterranean bakery... lahmajoun — a centuries-old flatbread dish... made from scratch using locally sourced greens


value: 700 Industrial Way, Tofino, V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: RedCan Gourmet is a restaurant located on Industrial Way in Tofino, a town known as a hub for Pacific Rim outdoor adventure including surfing and cycling. Its Industrial Way address puts it in a working district of Tofino accessible to cyclists moving through the area. The business has defined operating hours suggesting a stable, established operation.

value: RedCan Gourmet

signal: gourmet takeout/restaurant, Tofino; ~$18-30pp


value: 7117 Central Saanich Road, Saanichton, BC

community: Central Saanich

value: Silver Rill Corn & Produce Market is a fourth-generation family farm market in Central Saanich, operating since the early 1900s on its current site north of Victoria. The market is renowned for its premium NON-GMO sweet corn grown across 60 acres in more than 30 varieties, sold fresh-picked daily through a corn season running July to October. Beyond corn, the market stocks over 40 types of local fruits and vegetables, homemade jams, pickled preserves, artisanal hand-processed popcorn, and includes farm animals and a seasonal corn maze.

value: Silver Rill Corn & Produce Market

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: fourth-generation family farm market... premium NON-GMO sweet corn grown across 60 acres in more than 30 varieties


category: Transport

source: manual

value: West Coast Launch is a family-run marine transport company based in Prince Rupert, operating since 1988, serving Dodge Cove, Digby Island Airport, Metlakatla, Oona River, Kitkatla (a twice-weekly Gitxaała-partnered ferry, Fri 11am / Sun 12pm, $33 adult/$23 senior-child), Lax Kw'alaams, and Gingolx — and, from a second base in Kitimat, Hartley Bay, Kemano, and Kitamaat Village. The company carries general passengers and freight, but no bicycle-specific policy is published — call ahead to confirm.

value: West Coast Launch

origin: transport

subcategory: Ferry


value: Free cable ferry operated by WaterBridge Ferries Inc. under contract to the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit, linking Fauquier and Needles across Lower Arrow Lake on Highway 6. Crossing takes about 5 minutes; sailings run every 30 minutes from 5 am to 10 pm, with on-demand service overnight, no reservation needed. BC's Ministry of Transportation and Transit treats all inland ferries as an extension of the provincial highway system, mandated to accommodate all legal road users, including cyclists — bikes and e-bikes both ride free and unboxed.

value: Needles Cable Ferry


community: Eagle Bluff

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 4599 Camp Creek Road, Revelstoke, British Columbia V0E 2S0

bike_access: easy

community: Three Valley

value: A commercial resort campground near Revelstoke (inferred from domain); no page content could be retrieved, so amenities, setting, and access details are unknown.

value: Noahs Ark Resort

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 15169 Roper Avenue, White Rock

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

community: White Rock

value: Nami Japanese Restaurant is a Japanese cuisine spot in White Rock, BC, operating under the Instagram handle @namisushi2021 — the 'sushi' embedded in the handle suggests a sushi-focused menu. Located on Roper Avenue, it sits in a residential neighbourhood just inland from the White Rock waterfront, a stretch popular with recreational and touring cyclists. No further details about the interior, seating, or offerings could be confirmed from publicly accessible web content.

value: Nami Japanese Restaurant


value: 4th St, Strawberry Island Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

value: Strawberry Island is a unique floating-cabin resort located on a small island just 30 seconds by water taxi from downtown Tofino, offering three rentable cabins (Halibut House, Seabass Suite, Yellow House) as well as ocean fishing charters and island adventure tours including Hot Springs Cove. The operation has over 15 years of experience and is a distinctly West Coast experience combining private island accommodation with guided ocean activities. Access is exclusively by water, so touring cyclists would need to arrange bike transport to reach the cabins.

value: Strawberry Island Stays Tours Charters

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: three floating cabins by water taxi from Tofino, inquire-for-pricing; banded conservatively

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: unique floating-cabin resort... accessible only by water taxi (30 seconds from downtown Tofino)


value: 3993 Henning Drive, Burnaby, V5C 6P7

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 31m; stands (8 spaces) at 67m; stands (4 spaces) at 81m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Suzette's Deli is a weekday breakfast and lunch spot tucked into a Burnaby business park, known for fresh, natural ingredients across a broad menu of bagels, wraps, sandwiches, soups, and pastries. Under newer ownership with a revamped menu, it caters heavily to the local office crowd and offers full catering services for group orders. A touring cyclist passing through the Henning Drive corridor would find solid takeout options and a wide selection of handheld, portable fare.

value: Suzette's

detail: Website lists 'Special Lunch Box for Group Orders (minimum 10 boxes)' and 'Special Sandwich Box for Group Orders' / 'Special Wrap Box for Group Orders' on the catering menu, indicating packaged lunch options are available


value: 6631 Sooke Road, Unit 5, Sooke, BC

community: Sooke

value: The Lazy Gecko is a Mexican restaurant in Sooke's Seabreeze Business Centre, billing itself as serving the 'Largest Burritos on the Island.' It sits on Sooke Road — the main cycling corridor connecting Greater Victoria to the southern tip of Vancouver Island — making it a natural meal stop for touring cyclists passing through Sooke. The restaurant also operates a bar.

value: The Lazy Gecko

signal: Mexican, large burritos; ~$14-22pp


value: 3680 Townline Road, Abbotsford, V2T 5W8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 59m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Manohar Vegetarian Bakery is a family-founded institution with over 60 years of heritage, offering 100% vegetarian and eggless baked goods including fresh bread, 26 varieties of cookies, and custom cakes across 12 Western Canadian locations. The Abbotsford Townline branch is one of two Abbotsford outposts of this Punjab-rooted chain, known for using no preservatives, chemicals, or animal products. Cyclists looking for a sweet or savoury energy stop will find fresh-baked treats prepared daily.

value: Manohar Vegetarian Bakery

wow_evidence: over 60 years of heritage... 26 varieties of cookies... 12 Western Canadian locations


value: 2425 Nanaimo Street, Vancouver, BC V5N 5E5

community: Vancouver

value: Golden Seafood Restaurant (金福源) is a Chinese dim sum and seafood restaurant on Nanaimo Street in East Vancouver, serving traditional dim sum alongside dinner specialties including Peking duck. The restaurant offers both dine-in and takeout options, including party trays suited for groups, making it a practical food stop for cyclists passing through the neighbourhood. OSM notes limited wheelchair accessibility on site.

value: Golden Seafood Restaurant

signal: Chinese dim sum/seafood, Peking duck; ~$18-28pp

detail: Not mentioned on the website


value: 19700 Langley Bypass, Langley

community: Langley

value: IHOP

signal: chain 'ihop'


value: 521 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 14m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (4 spaces) at 39m; rack at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 54m; stands (6 spaces) at 55m; stands (6 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (8 spaces) at 73m; stands (8 spaces) at 78m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 59 spaces.

value: Lumiere Cafe is a multi-location Vancouver artisanal coffee cafe specializing in micro-batch roasting of single-origin beans sourced from Ethiopia, Colombia, Rwanda, Kenya, and other origins. Their mission centres on an elevated cafe experience using high-quality ingredients and advanced preparation techniques. The West Broadway location sits near the Cambie Street intersection in a busy urban corridor.

value: Lumiere Cafe


value: 2070 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: Established in 2013, Formosa Tea Café is a locally owned Taiwanese bubble tea shop in Kelowna serving authentic milk teas, iced teas, cream drinks, fresh fruit smoothies, and specialty coffee — most teas sourced from USDA-certified organic beans and leaves tracing back to Tai-Chung, Taiwan. The café partners with local Kelowna businesses to feature regional products and artworks. Cyclists on Harvey Avenue will find a wide drinks menu including hot, iced, and blended options, plus delivery service for the surrounding area.

value: Formosa Tea Cafe

wow_evidence: locally owned Taiwanese bubble tea shop in Kelowna... established 2013


value: 12169 72 Avenue, Surrey

value: Tim Hortons


value: 4789 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5X 3H3

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (7 spaces) at 98m. Total: 43 spaces.

value: Sweet Thea Bakery is an artisan bakery-café in Vancouver's Riley Park neighbourhood run by pastry chef Thea Mercer and her partner Laurie, where every loaf of sourdough takes three days to make using certified organic BC wheat. The open-kitchen space serves hearty scratch-made breakfasts, daily soups, and creative sandwiches alongside buttery croissants, focaccia, and 49th Parallel coffee, with a take-a-book-leave-a-book nook and a standing commitment to donating daily surplus to local charities. The business has grown from farmers' market pop-ups to three locations including a BC Ferries terminal outpost, making it a well-established community fixture.

value: Sweet Thea Bakery

detail: Café menu confirms hot dishes including baked eggs (two preparations), bacon breakfast sandwich, soup of the day, and grilled cheese sandwich


community: Cranbrook

value: East Side Mario's

signal: East Side Mario's casual chain; $18-30/person


value: 2280 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, V5N 4B5

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 24m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 30m; rack (4 spaces) at 34m; rack (4 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (18 spaces) at 57m; stands (1 space) at 67m; stands (4 spaces) at 90m; stands (1 space) at 91m. Total: 49 spaces.

value: Loku Japanese Cuisine is a Japanese restaurant on Commercial Drive in Vancouver serving sushi and traditional Japanese fare. It offers dine-in service in a vibrant neighborhood popular with cyclists and pedestrians. The restaurant provides a convenient place to rest and refuel while exploring Vancouver's urban routes.

value: Loku Japanese Cuisine

signal: sushi/Japanese; ~$15-25pp


value: 1082 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (4 spaces) at 59m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (8 spaces) at 92m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Donnellan's Irish Pub is an authentic Irish-themed bar in Vancouver's Granville Entertainment District, known for live music and DJs every weekend and a hearty Irish menu anchored by what the pub bills as the best pint of Guinness in the city. The venue includes a second-floor Balcony event space with its own private bar for up to 60 guests, as well as a large open-plan main bar with a stage, pool table, and dart boards. Part of the IRL Group, Donnellan's also hosts a monthly newcomer networking event and has been featured in several local media outlets as a community hub.

value: Donnellan's Irish Pub

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: Part of the IRL Group


community: Coquitlam


value: 575 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (20 spaces) at 67m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: A casual pizza restaurant serving thin-crust pizza by the slice, calzones, and pasta. Located on Dunsmuir Street in downtown Vancouver, it offers indoor seating and represents a quick meal stop for cyclists passing through the city.

value: Did's Pizza


value: 21628 48 Avenue, Langley

value: Princess and the Pea Bed & Breakfast is a small, owner-operated B&B in Langley, BC, run by Sharon & Wally Martin. Its storybook name hints at a cozy, attentive hosting style typical of independent B&Bs in the Fraser Valley. Touring cyclists riding through Langley on routes connecting the Lower Mainland to the Interior would find it a locally rooted alternative to chain accommodation.

value: Princess and the Pea Bed & Breakfast

signal: owner-operated Fraser Valley B&B; $130-170

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 2471 Mount Newton Cross Road

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; rack (5 spaces) at 38m; rack (8 spaces) at 39m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons


value: 1575 Banks Road, Kelowna, BC

value: Pür & Simple is a Canadian breakfast and brunch franchise chain with over 65 locations across North America, bringing upscale daytime dining to Kelowna with creative twists on comfort-food classics like Eggs Benedict, pancakes, French toast, and waffles. The restaurant also offers a full Nespresso coffee bar, smoothies, and a kids menu, making it a well-rounded fueling stop for groups of all sizes. Both dine-in and online ordering for delivery or takeout are available.

value: Pür & Simple

detail: Menu pages explicitly list Vegan (Vg) and Vegetarian (V) labelled items, and include a 'gluten sensitive' filter category

signal: Pur & Simple breakfast/brunch chain; ~$16-24pp


blurb: Coast Salish fashion and design house from the Good family of Snuneymuxw.

community: Starks

value: Ay Lelum, The Good House of Design is a Coast Salish clothing and art business based on Vancouver Island, BC, celebrating Indigenous design traditions. The name reflects its identity as a 'good house' of creative expression rooted in Coast Salish culture. For a touring cyclist, it offers an opportunity to engage with authentic Indigenous artistry and craftsmanship in the Nanaimo area.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: low

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Ay Lelum, The Good House of Design

origin: manual

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Coast Salish clothing/art retail house, not an admission venue

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Ay Lelum is a genuinely notable Coast Salish fashion house (Good family, Nanaimo; national shows) — but no evidence of a walk-in storefront for visitors.


value: 32500 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 4W1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 29m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: The Chopped Leaf

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: The Chopped Leaf fast-casual salad/bowl chain; ~$12-15


blurb: Conservancy on the Tlell River with the Anvil Trail's old-growth spruce loop.

community: Lawnhill

value: Tlall Conservancy is a protected area on the east side of Graham Island, Haida Gwaii, encompassing the Tlell River watershed and a 350-hectare fen and marsh area known as the Tlell Pontoons. It features the Anvil Trail, a 5 km loop through old-growth Sitka spruce, western redcedar, and hemlock forests along the Tlell River. The conservancy is part of an archipelago-wide system of protected areas and supports notable bird species including sandhill crane and trumpeter swan.

dwell: half

facet_confidence: med

label: bird migration

months: September October March April

theme: wildlife

value: Tlall Heritage Site/Conservancy

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Tlell watershed conservancy with the 5 km Anvil Trail through old-growth Sitka spruce; pleasant walkable feature.


value: 1865 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

value: Giancarlo Cafe is an Italian cafe on Commercial Drive, one of Vancouver's most beloved cycling corridors and a hub for independent coffee culture in the East Side. It operates daily with early-morning hours, positioning it well for cyclists heading out on a day ride or commuting through the neighbourhood. The OSM record notes no outdoor seating, suggesting a compact interior-focused space typical of boutique espresso bars on The Drive.

value: Giancarlo Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 702 Sixth Avenue, V3M 2B3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands at 6m; stands at 41m; rack (covered) at 65m; stands (6 spaces) at 81m; stands at 83m; wall_loops (9 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces) at 99m. Total: 21 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Lucy's Cafe & Bakery is an Ethiopian cafe and bakery operating in a small unit on Sixth Avenue, formerly known as 6th Ave Bread & Deli. The shift to Ethiopian cuisine makes it a distinctive cultural dining stop in what appears to be a New Westminster neighbourhood. Indoor seating is available in a no-smoking setting, offering touring cyclists a sit-down rest option.

value: Lucy's Cafe & Bakery

wow_evidence: Ethiopian cafe and bakery


value: 15959 Fraser Highway, Surrey, V4N 0Y3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


energy: restorative

community: Mahood Falls

value: A free 3-unit backcountry rec site in the Cariboo, reached by 37+ km of forest and active log-hauling roads; the lake itself is a short 5-minute trail walk from the parking area.

value: Windy Lake Recreation Site

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast


value: 7380 Market Crossing

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 60m; rack at 69m; rack (4 spaces) at 81m; rack (4 spaces) at 84m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons


value: Unit D15-9855 Austin Rd, Burnaby, BC

value: Anna's Cake House is a family-owned Hong Kong-style bakery founded in 1974 by Anna, Ronald, and Kathleen Cheung, now celebrating 50 years of baking. The Burnaby location at Lougheed Mall is one of four Greater Vancouver outposts offering freshly baked cakes and buns made daily with no artificial additives. Known for its Hong Kong-style buns and made-to-order fresh cream cakes in over 15 flavours, it has become a community institution with a multigenerational following.

value: Anna's Cake House

wow_evidence: family-owned Hong Kong-style bakery founded in 1974... four Greater Vancouver outposts


value: 2943 10th Avenue, V9Y 2N5

community: Port Alberni

value: Quality Foods is a BC-based independent supermarket chain with a full-service store in Port Alberni on Vancouver Island. The store carries a wide range of fresh produce, bakery, deli, and household goods, making it a strong resupply stop for cyclists touring the island. An online shop and weekly flyer are available, and the store accepts cash, credit, and debit.

value: Quality Foods

wow_evidence: BC-based independent supermarket chain


value: 7555 Main St West, Radium Hot Springs, BC, Canada

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Rockies Pizzeria & Grill is a full-service family restaurant in Radium Hot Springs serving handcrafted pizzas, BBQ ribs, steaks, burgers, and pastas with hearty portions. It holds a 5-star TripAdvisor rating and is a noted local favourite in the Columbia Valley. Takeout, delivery, and online ordering are all available, making it a flexible refuelling option for touring cyclists passing through.

value: Rockies Pizzeria

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'Veggie Burger' and 'Veg Spring Rolls'; no explicit vegan or GF labelling found on the site

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: PO BOX 2437, Mackenzie, BC, Canada, V0J 2C0

community: Kennedy

value: Commercial RV park and rooms at a highway junction in northern BC, functioning as a straightforward overnight stop for travellers on the road to Mackenzie. No detailed amenity or access information could be retrieved.

value: Mackenzie Junction Rv Park & Rooms


community: Mission

value: Triple O's is a BC-born quick-service burger chain that grew out of the White Spot legacy, serving 100% fresh Canadian beef burgers, hand-scooped milkshakes, and Kennebec fries sourced from Delta, BC. This location is tagged in OSM as operating 24/7 and includes a drive-through. With over 70 locations across BC, Alberta, Ontario, and Asia, it is one of the province's most widely distributed burger chains.

value: Triple-O's


value: 2660 Spit Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 6E3

label: salmon season

months: July August September October

washroom_type: flush

community: Campbell River

value: Year-round oceanfront RV resort on the Campbell River estuary with flush toilets, hot showers, fire pits, and full hookups; primarily set up for RVs and cottages — confirm tent camping availability before arriving, as no tent sites are explicitly listed.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Thunderbird RV Park

wow_evidence: explicitly welcomes 'all sizes of RVs, trailers, and campervans' with no mention of tents


value: 8100 Ackroyd Road #80, Richmond, BC V6X 3J9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack (14 spaces) at 51m; rack at 59m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Myth Szechuan Cuisine is a nature-inspired sit-down restaurant in Richmond specialising in bold Sichuan and Hunan dishes. The interior features natural wood tables, living plants, and fresh flowers, creating a calm forest-like atmosphere amid spicy, aromatic food. Takeout is available through multiple platforms, making it a feasible quick-stop option for cyclists passing through the Ackroyd Road area.

value: Myth Szechuan Cuisine

signal: Sichuan/Hunan, dine-in; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: sit-down Szechuan/Hunan restaurant with indoor seating


value: 2389 King George Boulevard, Surrey

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 1035 Columbia St #102, New Westminster, BC V3M 0H2, Canada

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

value: DeDutch

signal: De Dutch breakfast chain; ~$16-22pp


value: 12438 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2J5

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Langley Farm Market is a Metro Vancouver grocery chain with over 25 years of history, built around fresh, locally sourced BC produce delivered directly from regional farms. The Pitt Meadows location is one of six across the region, stocking everything from Okanagan fruit and organic vegetables to fresh meat, seafood, deli cold cuts, and in-store baked goods. The market won the 2025 Vancouver Consumer Choice Award for Best Fruit & Vegetable Market, making it a well-regarded stop for cyclists seeking quality provisions.

value: Langley Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 4506 MacRae Drive, Woss, V0N 3P0

blurb: Modern public library serving the small community of Woss.

community: Woss

value: The Woss Branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library is a modern public facility that opened in a beautiful new building in December 2020, serving this small community in the unceded traditional territory of the Namgis nation. Part of the 40-branch Vancouver Island Regional Library system, it provides books, digital resources, and meeting spaces to one of the more remote communities on northern Vancouver Island. For touring cyclists, it represents one of the very few publicly accessible stops along this stretch of highway.

days_closed: Mo Tu Su

value: Woss Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1; new 2020 building.


value: 8338 Capstan Way, Unit 1231, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 44m; rack at 84m; rack at 89m.

value: Spicy Pro Hot Pot is a hot pot restaurant located in Richmond, BC, a city known for its diverse and high-quality Asian dining scene. Hot pot dining is a communal, table-cooked experience where diners simmer fresh ingredients in a shared broth — a filling option for cyclists refuelling after a ride. The restaurant is located in a multi-unit commercial address on Capstan Way.

value: Spicy Pro Hot Pot

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


source: llm-examine

value: On-demand taxi service based in Port Alberni, operating 24/7 across Vancouver Island with app and dispatcher booking; fleet includes wheelchair-accessible vans but no stated bike policy.

value: United Cabs'S #5

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


value: 10524 Youbou Road, Youbou, BC V0R 3E1

community: Youbou

value: Youbou Bar & Grill is a lakeside pub and restaurant in the small village of Youbou on the shores of Lake Cowichan, serving scratch-made food built around locally sourced ingredients. The kitchen is led by a named chef and the menu spans burgers, wood-fired pizza, wings, and seasonal specials, with regular live music events tying it to the local community. Positioned just minutes from Laketown Ranch and near area hiking and paddling, it doubles as a natural rest stop for cyclists exploring the Cowichan Valley.

value: Youbou Bar & Grill

detail: About page states 'Dietary flexibility for allergies, sensitivities, and preferences' as a kitchen principle


blurb: Small nature park near Courtenay.

community: Courtenay

value: Roy Stewart Morrison Nature Park is a nature reserve near Courtenay on Vancouver Island, documented by BC Nature, the provincial federation of naturalist clubs. The park is situated on Vancouver Island's east coast and would appeal to touring cyclists seeking a natural area to explore. No further details about the park's size, trails, or history were recoverable from the available sources.

value: Roy Stewart Morrison Nature Park

wow_evidence: Nature reserve; thin record.


value: The Nest, 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces, covered) at 37m; stands (20 spaces, covered) at 38m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Honour Roll is a fresh modern sushi spot operated by the AMS inside The Nest on UBC's Vancouver campus, offering maki rolls, nigiri, donburi bowls, and bento boxes. The restaurant holds Ocean Wise™ certification for responsible seafood sourcing. Takeout is served in fully compostable and recyclable containers, making it a tidy option for cyclists on the go.

value: Honour Roll

signal: campus sushi counter, maki/bento; ~$10-15

wow_evidence: AMS-operated sushi restaurant at The Nest on UBC's Vancouver campus...Ocean Wise™ certification


value: 891 Crandall Rd, Golden, BC V0A 1H2, Canada

community: Nicholson

value: Mount 7 Lodges is a collection of three private luxury wilderness chalets perched above Golden, BC, offering 360-degree views of the Canadian Rockies and Purcell Mountains. The property sits near Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in one of BC's premier outdoor adventure towns, making it a natural base for exploring the region. Each self-contained lodge sleeps between two and eight guests, with one lodge (Red Fox) designed to universal accessibility standards.

value: Mount 7 Lodges

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: three private multi-bedroom luxury chalets above Golden; whole-unit rates $400+

wow_evidence: three private luxury wilderness chalets; no mention of bike storage or cycling-specific services


value: 15246 Russell Ave, White Rock, BC V4B 2P6

community: White Rock

value: Dining Wok Shanghai Restaurant is a casual dine-in Chinese restaurant in White Rock specializing in Sichuan, Peking, and Shanghai cuisine. The relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere makes it a comfortable stop for a sit-down meal. Online ordering is available for those who prefer takeout.

value: Dining Wok Shanghai Restaurant


value: 1079 Mainland Street, Vancouver, V6B 5P9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands at 98m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Dovetail is a sophisticated Yaletown restaurant built around California-inspired, family-style shared plates and an elevated cocktail menu. The space channels a modern boho aesthetic informed by west coast seasonal produce, groovy house music, and an effortlessly chic energy. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making it a viable stop for cyclists riding through Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood.

value: Dovetail

signal: California-inspired shared plates + cocktails; ~$22-34pp


community: Colwood

value: Villages Pizza

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 7389 Riverside Drive

community: Grand Forks

value: Imperial Motel is a motel in the Okanagan region offering overnight accommodation for travelers. Located on Riverside Drive, it represents a potential overnight stop for touring cyclists in the area.

value: Imperial Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 538 Yates Road, Unit 6, V1V 2V8

community: Kelowna

value: Tripke Bakery is a neighborhood bakery in Kelowna serving baked goods and related food items. As a bakery stop, it offers a place for cyclists to rest and purchase food.

value: Tripke Bakery

signal: shop=bakery


value: 15547 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C9

value: Marine Drive Liquor Store is a small retail bottle shop situated on the White Rock beachfront strip, described by customers as a convenient beach-front stop with a wide drink selection and notably friendly staff. The store offers online ordering for pickup and has built a local following for personalized service, including sourcing special-occasion bottles on short notice.

value: Marine Drive Liquor Store

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

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: beach front liquor store


value: 6911 Graybar Rd, Richmond, BC, V6W 1H3

value: Tugboat Annie's Pub & Grille is a family-operated waterfront pub at Shelter Island Marina in East Richmond, sitting steps from the Fraser River with picturesque views from a newly renovated riverside patio. Open since 1986 and run by the McPhail family throughout, it serves classic pub fare alongside a full drinks menu and operates an attached liquor store. Note that this is an adult-only (19+) venue.

value: Tugboat Annie's

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: family-operated waterfront pub at Shelter Island Marina... open since 1986 and run by the McPhail family throughout


value: 8140 Number 2 Road, Richmond, BC

value: A McDonald's fast food restaurant on Number 2 Road in Richmond, BC, offering burgers, chicken sandwiches, McCafé beverages, and a full breakfast menu. The location has a drive-through and is part of the MyMcDonald's Rewards app program. As a well-known chain stop, it is a predictable resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the Richmond area.

value: McDonald's

detail: Not contradicted by website content

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 1469 Marine Drive, V7T 1B8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 57m; rack (4 spaces) at 97m; stands at 99m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Persia Foods is a family-owned, Lower Mainland grocery chain operating since 1996, known for affordable fresh produce and a wide range of ethnically diverse foods. The West Vancouver Marine Drive location is one of nine stores across the region. It markets itself as offering Vancouver's most affordable groceries, making it a practical resupply stop for touring cyclists passing through the North Shore corridor.

value: Persia Foods Produce Markets

wow_evidence: family-owned, Lower Mainland grocery chain operating since 1996... nine stores across the region


value: 1833 Anderson Street, Vancouver

value: Straight Outta Brooklyn is a Vancouver-based pizza chain bringing New York-style 15" pies to the city, tracing its inspiration to the Brooklyn pizzaiolo tradition that began in 1905. The Granville Island location puts it squarely on a popular cycling corridor, steps from the seawall and the public market. The menu leans into classic New York slices with a handful of vegan-friendly options and a build-your-own pie format.

value: Straight Outta Brooklyn NYC Pizzeria

detail: Website menu lists a dedicated Vegan pizza (tomato sauce, basil, vegan mozzarella, garlic, artichokes, onions, olives, oregano) and a Tomato Pie explicitly labeled 'vegan'; vegan mozzarella available as a topping

wow_evidence: Vancouver-based pizza chain


value: 379 Twelfth Street

community: New Westminster

value: New Royal Inn is a hotel located on Twelfth Street in what appears to be New Westminster, BC. Its website is live but contains almost no descriptive content, making it difficult to assess what the property offers. A touring cyclist would have no way to confirm bike-friendly services from publicly available information.

value: New Royal Inn Hotel

signal: no descriptive content on site; older Twelfth St property, likely $90-130


value: 401 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

blurb: Community centre in the heritage 1903 Carnegie building at Main and Hastings.

value: The Carnegie Community Centre occupies Vancouver's original Carnegie Library building, a landmark heritage structure at the corner of Main and Hastings in the Downtown Eastside. Operated by the City of Vancouver, it functions as a major community hub offering programs, services, and gathering space for one of the city's most storied neighbourhoods. Touring cyclists passing through the area will find it a recognizable and historically significant stop.

google_place_id: ChIJefCGwHBxhlQRGkC-RJTPtUo

value: Carnegie Community Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: City community hub in the landmark 1903 Carnegie building; heritage landmark, local-serving programs.


value: 9600 93 Avenue, Unit 1530, Fort St. John, BC V1J 5Z2

community: Fort St. John

value: Asian Fiesta is a Chinese fast-food restaurant located in a strip mall in Fort St. John, serving a broad menu of Cantonese-style dishes including chow mein, fried rice, ginger beef, and crispy fried chicken. The restaurant offers both local delivery and pickup ordering through its own website. With over 100 customer reviews and a full online menu, it is a well-established quick-service option for cyclists passing through this northern BC hub.

value: Asian Fiesta

detail: Menu legend on /menu/ page explicitly includes a 'vegetarian' marker for applicable items (e.g. Vegetable Chop Suey, Mushroom Fried Rice, Vegetable Fried Rice)


value: 9400 - 134 Street, Surrey BC

blurb: Meadow park and student-built community garden.

community: Surrey

value: Queen Elizabeth Meadows is a 2.9-hectare (7.1-acre) public park in Surrey featuring rolling meadow grassland and open green space. The QE Meadows Community Garden was initiated by students from Queen Elizabeth Secondary School and built with community help in 2017. A diagonal walking path through the park connects 134 Street directly to Queen Elizabeth Secondary School, offering cyclists a quiet green corridor through the neighbourhood.

value: Queen Elizabeth Meadows Community Garden

signal: City of Surrey municipal park; no admission price shown

wow_evidence: Meadow park with student-built community garden — pleasant ordinary.


community: Nanaimo

value: Panago Pizza is a Canadian pizza chain with a Nanaimo location offering delivery and online ordering. The brand emphasizes Canadian-sourced ingredients including 100% Canadian wheat dough made fresh in-house and organic tomato sauce. Touring cyclists will find a broad menu including pizzas, salads, sides, and plant-based options.

value: Panago Pizza

detail: Website states: 'Plant-based options. Fill up and feel good. We've got abundant veggie, dairy-free and meat-free choices to help you live your best plant life.'

signal: Panago pizza chain (confirmed); ~$10-16

wow_evidence: Canadian pizza chain


value: 2 Second Beach Road, Skidegate, V0T 1S1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 80m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Award-winning Haida cultural centre built as a traditional village at ancient Kay Llnagaay.

community: Skidegate

value: The Haida Heritage Centre at Ḵay Llnagaay is an award-winning Indigenous cultural attraction on Haida Gwaii, designed to resemble a traditional oceanside Haida village and spanning 50,000 square feet of museum, performance, carving, and canoe spaces. It sits at the ancient village site of 'Sea-Lion Town' and houses the Haida Gwaii Museum alongside a bistro, teaching centre, and rotating cultural programming. Located just a 10-minute walk from the Skidegate ferry landing, it is a natural first stop for cyclists arriving on the island by BC Ferries.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

label: daily cultural tours

months: June July August

planning: check-ahead

setting: mixed

theme: art-culture

value: Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay

detail: About page lists 'Ḵay Bistro' as one of the named spaces housed within the centre

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Adult admission $24 shown on website

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Rubric anchor (4/4): 50,000 sq ft award-winning cultural centre built as a traditional oceanside village at ancient Sea-Lion Town — trip-defining.


value: 182 Wilson St, Unit #110, Victoria, BC V9A 7N6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 23m; rack (8 spaces) at 28m; rack (1 space) at 31m; rack (2 spaces) at 59m; rack (3 spaces) at 85m; rack (5 spaces) at 90m; rack (3 spaces) at 95m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Pita Land Victoria is part of a Canadian halal Middle Eastern chain serving shawarma, falafel, kebabs, wraps, and rice plates rooted in family recipes originating in Toronto in 2003. Located in Victoria's Wilson Street area, it offers both dine-in and takeout with a broad menu that accommodates a range of dietary needs. The emphasis on fresh, unprocessed ingredients and generous portions makes it a practical stop for hungry cyclists.

value: Pita Land

detail: Website states: 'Whether your diet is gluten or dairy-free, vegetarian, or keto, Pita Land has OPTIONS to help you make quick, easy and healthy eating choices.'

signal: Shawarma shop; explicitly states affordability cornerstone

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: part of a Canadian halal Middle Eastern chain... family recipes originating in Toronto in 2003


value: 1921 Quadra St, Victoria BC V8T 4C1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 4m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: MoMo Sushi is a sushi restaurant on Quadra Street in Victoria, operating primarily as a takeout spot under the branding 'Momo Sushi ToGo.' The kitchen emphasizes fresh ingredients and offers vegan and vegetarian options alongside its sushi menu. It sits along a busy urban corridor convenient for cyclists moving through the city's central neighbourhoods.

value: MoMo Sushi

signal: sushi ToGo takeout; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: sushi restaurant on Quadra Street...takeout spot


value: Unit 4, 2871 Livingstone Avenue, Abbotsford, V2T 0E2

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces) at 18m; wave (3 spaces) at 22m; wave (3 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; wave (3 spaces) at 64m; wave (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Pizza 64 is a Canadian pizza chain founded in 2010 with 20+ locations across British Columbia, known for freshly made dough and sauce prepared at each location. The Abbotsford location offers a broad menu of specialty, signature, and gourmet pizzas alongside wings, pasta, and sides. Online ordering is available, making it a convenient takeout stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Pizza 64

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian pizzas: Garden Fresh (vegetables, no meat), Pesto Veggie (garlic, spinach, onions, green peppers, tomatoes), Passion of India and Shahi Paneer (tandoori paneer). No explicit vegan or gluten-free claims found


community: Maple Ridge

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 3603 DeWolf Way

community: Merritt

value: Shell Select


value: 1061 Denman Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (4 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 73m; stands (3 spaces) at 77m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 93m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Bombay Kitchen on Denman is an Indian restaurant on the West End's Denman Street, a well-travelled cycling corridor connecting Stanley Park to the rest of Vancouver. The kitchen draws on North Indian traditions with a menu spanning tandoori grills, street-food kathi rolls, and a broad range of curries made with fresh ingredients and house-blend masalas. Online ordering with free delivery is available, and the restaurant also offers full catering for private and corporate events.

value: Bombay Kitchen On Denman

detail: Catering menu lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian / Vegan' combo featuring veg and paneer curries; gluten-free naans explicitly noted as available; multiple vegetarian dishes on the regular menu (Channa Masala, Paneer Tikka Masala, Chef Special Mix Veg, etc.)

signal: North Indian, combos $20-25; ~$16-26pp


value: 221 A Church St. Comox, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 10m; rack (4 spaces) at 97m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Comox

value: Church Street Bakery is an authentic artisan bakery and wood-fired pizzeria that has anchored downtown Comox since 2009, built around the Comox Valley's only traditional wood-fired brick oven. The shop produces hand-crafted sourdough breads using organic BC-milled flours, thin-crust pizzas, pastries, and fresh soups and sandwiches daily. Part of the Union Foods Group, it sits a short walk from the Comox Marina and serves espresso and craft beer on tap alongside its baked goods.

value: Church Street Woodfired Bakery

detail: Wood-fired thin-crust pizza baked daily in-house; also home-made soups and sandwiches made from wood-fired bread with local ingredients

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 3520 Paradise Valley Road, Squamish, BC V0N 1T0

price_band: premium

community: Squamish

value: A family-oriented, music-free campground on 28 acres of coastal rainforest near Squamish, with maintained riverside trails, a general store, and clean flush washrooms with pay showers; tent sites run $55/night, making it one of the pricier private options in the Sea to Sky corridor.

value: Paradise Valley Campground


value: 909 12th Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 4K5

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

value: Kamini's Corner Café is a small, community-minded café in New Westminster serving fresh homemade breakfasts, lunches, and baked goods to a loyal local following. Beyond dine-in, it offers corporate and event catering across the Lower Mainland, as well as weeknight dinner takeout and frozen meals — useful for cyclists needing a hearty hot meal or something to take on the road. The menu includes vegetarian options and gluten-free desserts, and reviewers consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and quality of the food.

value: Kamini's Corner Cafe

detail: Menu lists Veggie Omelette, Gluten Free Chocolate Cheesecake, and Gluten Free New York Cheesecake explicitly

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 3025 3rd Ave, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1S7, Canada

community: Port Alberni

value: A steampunk-themed café in Port Alberni serving coffee and light food. It accepts cash and card payments. A characterful stopover for cyclists exploring Vancouver Island's smaller communities.

value: SteamPunk Café & Coffee House

wow_evidence: steampunk-themed café


community: Smithers

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1210 Broad Street, V8W2A5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 75m.

value: Bodega is a Spanish-influenced wine and tapas bar in downtown Victoria, specializing in one of Canada's largest Sherry menus alongside rotating local and Spanish charcuterie, cheeses, and specialty wines. The kitchen draws on Mediterranean and tapas traditions with a strong emphasis on Spanish producers. The restaurant operates on a walk-in, first-come basis with a text-based waitlist when full.

value: Bodega Wine & Tapas Bar

signal: amenity=bar


value: 667 Main Street, Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0

community: Lillooet

value: Vic Pub is a pub located in Lillooet, BC, a small Interior city in the Thompson/Okanagan region of British Columbia. The business operates a Facebook page under the name 'Vic Pub Lillooet,' but no further details about the establishment could be retrieved from publicly accessible sources.

value: Vic Pub


value: 43111 Trans-Canada Hwy, Boston Bar, BC V0K 1C0

community: Hells Gate

value: The Ice Creamery is a food concession within the Hell's Gate Airtram complex, a major Fraser Canyon tourist attraction that has operated since 1970 on the Trans-Canada Highway near Boston Bar. The complex descends 157 metres into the canyon gorge via a Swiss-built aerial tram, and its food outlets — including a Café and Fudge Factory — are located at the bottom of that descent. Cyclists stopping here would be entering a multi-attraction tourist site rather than a standalone food stop.

value: Ice Creamery

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 2104 Hemer Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1L8

community: Cedar

value: The Mahle House is a second-generation, family-owned fine dining destination housed in a restored Heritage building on a one-acre property with an English-style garden, operating continuously since 1983. It is known for its locally inspired West Coast cuisine and its signature 'Adventurous Wednesdays' five-course chef's tasting experience. The restaurant serves Wednesday through Sunday evenings and is a well-established fixture of the Cedar community south of Nanaimo.

value: Mahle House Restaurant

detail: Website states: 'Take out is available Thursday to Sunday only. We recommend ordering in advance as same day orders are not always possible. Please call 250-722-3621 to order. Pre-payment by credit card is required.'

detail: Website states: 'Pescatarian, Gluten Free/Celiac, and Vegetarian options available upon request.' Also notes: 'A vegan option is not currently offered on Adventure night.' Advance notice required for dietary needs

label: Fine dining

signal: $80/person five-course chef's tasting menu

wow_evidence: second-generation, family-owned fine dining...operating continuously since 1983


value: 4567 Lougheed Highway, Unit F18, Burnaby, BC V5C 3Z6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 54m; stands (10 spaces) at 97m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Sooda Korean BBQ is a Korean fusion restaurant founded in 2017 in Burnaby's Brentwood neighbourhood, with a second location in Vancouver's Gastown. The kitchen emphasizes fresh ingredients and homemade dishes, and the menu features a signature 'Sooda Box' of premium Korean steak tartar torched tableside over rice. Both dine-in and takeout are available, and the restaurant states it accommodates all dietary requirements.

value: Sooda Korean BBQ

detail: Website has a dedicated 'Pick-up Order' page; Brentwood menu page explicitly lists 'Takeout ONLY - Dupbop Sooda Brentwood', and the contact page states 'Dine In or Take Out'

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


value: 13593 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 2V1

value: Di Reggae Cafe is a Jamaican restaurant in Surrey serving traditional dishes like curry goat, jerk chicken, jerk pork, and flaky Jamaican beef patties using recipes passed down through generations. The kitchen emphasizes authentic preparation — meats are marinated for 24 hours in traditional spices and curries are slow-cooked with Caribbean seasonings. A welcoming community-focused spot on King George Boulevard, it offers both dine-in and online ordering for pickup or delivery.

value: Di Reggae Cafe

signal: Jamaican, jerk/curry goat; ~$14-22pp


community: Larkin

value: Tatawaw Kanata Glamping & Wellness is an adult-only glamping retreat on the traditional unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan peoples near Vernon, BC, offering hard-wall rustic tents with private patios, fire-pits, and en-suite two-piece bathrooms. The property weaves Indigenous cultural experiences into the stay, with opportunities to meet band knowledge keepers and elders. Guests can use a communal cook shed, outdoor socializing areas, and optional third-party wellness and guided adventure bookings throughout the Okanagan.

value: Tatawaw Kanata Glamping & Wellness

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: inaugural season started spring 2026


value: 1815 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands at 63m; wave at 66m; stands at 76m; stands at 77m; stands at 79m; stands at 81m; rack at 95m.

community: Vancouver

value: New Fuji is a Japanese restaurant located on West 1st Avenue in Vancouver, near the False Creek seawall — a popular cycling corridor. It is part of a larger Vancouver-area restaurant group that includes Kingyo, Rajio Raisu, Toyokan, and several other Japanese concepts. Diners can reserve a table, order pickup, or arrange delivery.

value: New Fuji

signal: Japanese (Kingyo group); ~$18-28pp


community: Chilliwack

value: Amble Coffee is a specialty coffee shop and mobile truck tucked near the Vedder River, built around the philosophy of slowing down and connecting with nature. The 'Amble' name is intentional — it invites customers to linger over coffee or tea rather than rush. For touring cyclists finishing a ride along the Vedder, it offers a nature-adjacent café stop in Chilliwack.

value: Amble Coffee


community: Dawson Creek

value: Subway


character: destination

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Greata

value: A large provincial campground on Okanagan Lake with pebbly beaches, ponderosa pine and sagebrush setting, and panoramic lake views; rattlesnakes inhabit the dry hillsides above camp.

value: Okanagan Lake Provincial Park, South Campground

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 54 East 4th Avenue, Vancouver, V5T 1E8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 20m; stands (3 spaces) at 49m; rack (6 spaces) at 81m; rack at 82m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: R & B is an alcohol shop in Vancouver's East 4th Avenue neighborhood. It serves as a convenient stop for touring cyclists seeking refreshments during their journey through the area.

value: R & B


value: 6225 Lake Bay Road, V0E 1Z1

community: Sun Peaks

value: Honeyberry Farm Market is a small family-run farm stand near Heffley Lake, roughly 40 minutes north of Kamloops on the road to Sun Peaks Resort. The farm specialises in haskap berries (also called honeyberries), offering U-Pick sessions in July alongside spray-free seasonal vegetables, farm-fresh eggs, local wildflower honey, and homemade jams. Set at 944 m elevation with scenic valley views, picnic tables, and livestock to visit, it sits right beside the Heffley Recreation Site and Campground.

value: Honeyberry Farm Market

wow_evidence: small family-run farm stand...U-Pick sessions in July alongside spray-free seasonal vegetables, farm-fresh eggs, local wildflower honey, and homemade jams


value: 706 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 4E6

value: Georgia General is an eclectic neighbourhood general store in East Vancouver, occupying a characterful heritage building on Victoria Drive. It blends everyday grocery staples with antiques, vintage clothing, plants, records, artwork, and gifts — all sourced personally by the owner. A handy stop for a touring cyclist cutting through East Van who needs to grab provisions alongside something unexpected.

value: Georgia General

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 4151 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC

blurb: Seasonal outdoor pool in Steveston.

community: Richmond

value: Steveston Outdoor Pool is a City of Richmond–operated seasonal outdoor swimming facility located in the historic Steveston fishing village neighbourhood. Sitting near the Steveston waterfront, it is a classic community pool well-positioned for cyclists riding the popular Richmond dyke trail network. The pool operates as a summer destination, making it a natural cooling-off stop on a warm-weather tour of the Fraser River delta.

theme: recreation

value: Steveston Outdoor Pool

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Seasonal outdoor pool near the waterfront — outdoor pool anchor 2.


value: 129 3rd St W, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1E7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 90m; rack (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Minemura Sushi is a compact Japanese restaurant in lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver, serving a wide range of sushi, ramen, donburi, teriyaki, and oshi sushi. It is well regarded locally for generous portions and complimentary side dishes included with meals. Online ordering for takeout is available directly through the website, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Minemura Sushi

signal: Sushi from $3, customer meal under $10, great value emphasized


value: 1046 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 80m.

community: Coquitlam

value: Chicko Chicken


value: 606 12th St, New Westminster, BC V3M 4J7

community: New Westminster

value: The Thirsty Duck is a long-established neighbourhood pub in New Westminster that has been serving locals since 1981, now under new ownership. It offers a full sit-down menu with daily themed specials, pool tables, and comprehensive sports coverage including NHL and NFL packages. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making it a social stop for groups passing through the New Westminster area.

value: The Thirsty Duck Pub

detail: Menu lists Beyond Meat Burger (vegan patty on brioche bun), Veggie Pizza (peppers, onion, mushrooms, tomato, olives), and Veggie Spring Rolls with sweet Thai sauce

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: long-established neighbourhood pub...serving locals since 1981


washroom_type: pit

community: Bloedel

value: A sunny, sandy-beach campsite on Brewster Lake along the Sayward Forest Canoe Route, with three tent pads and a large picnic table — boat access only means it is completely unreachable by loaded touring bike.

value: Brewster Point Recreation Site


value: 2057 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6M 1Y7

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; rack (6 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; bollard (2 spaces) at 65m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; bollard (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; rack (10 spaces) at 93m. Total: 37 spaces.

value: Established in 2003 by Ping Chou, Adonia Tea House is a sit-down British-style afternoon tea room in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood, decorated with antique furniture, fine bone china, and classic architectural features. Named after the Greek god of beauty, it offers a curated selection of premium loose-leaf teas sourced from estates worldwide, served as part of a structured afternoon tea ceremony with housemade finger sandwiches, pastries, and scones. Takeout is available for those who prefer to eat on the move, and an online shop lets cyclists pick up loose-leaf teas to take on the road.

value: Adonia

detail: Menu page lists 'Gluten-Free/Vegan/Dairy-Free Afternoon Tea' available with 24-hour advance notice

wow_evidence: sit-down British-style afternoon tea room... antique furniture, fine bone china


bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 30m; stands (6 spaces) at 34m; rack at 39m; stands (8 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: My Thai Café is a Thai restaurant in Victoria providing dine-in service. Touring cyclists can stop by for meals and can reach the business by phone.

value: My Thai Café

signal: Thai cafe; ~$15-24pp


community: Vernon

value: FreshCo


value: 4800 N Access Rd, Chetwynd, BC V0C 1J0

community: Chetwynd

value: New Tokyo Sushi is a Japanese restaurant with two locations in northern BC—one in Chetwynd and one in Dawson Creek. For touring cyclists in this region, it provides a dining option with Japanese cuisine.

value: New Tokyo Sushi

signal: sushi restaurant, northern BC; $15-28/person


value: 3566 Holland Avenue, Cobble Hill, BC

community: Cobble Hill

value: The Cobblestone has been a community fixture in Cobble Hill since 1983, occupying the historic site of the Cowichan Creamery (1895–early 1940s). It operates as a locally owned, family-run public house serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner alongside an attached liquor store. Regular live music and weekly events make it a lively gathering spot for anyone passing through the Cowichan Valley.

value: Cobblestone Public House

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 7-4340 Sundial Place, Whistler, BC V8E 1G5

community: Whistler

value: Black's Pub is a warm, lively pub and restaurant at the base of Whistler Mountain in the heart of Whistler Village, part of the Gibbons Whistler hospitality group. It serves breakfast through to late evening, with a full all-day food menu alongside local craft beers, curated wines, and creative cocktails. A patio with panoramic mountain views and weekly events like Bandaoke (live-band karaoke) make it a hub for both outdoor adventurers and the local community.

value: Black's Pub

signal: pub & restaurant, all-day comfort food; ~$18-28pp


value: 1349 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5R 5L7

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Subway


value: 1320 Cliffe Avenue

community: Courtenay

value: Seh-Mi is a Japanese restaurant located on Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay, Vancouver Island. As a sit-down dining establishment, it provides a place for touring cyclists to stop for a meal.

value: Seh-Mi Restaurant

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


value: 1858 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, V5N 4A5

value: Il Mondo Caffe & Bakery is an Italian-inspired cafe and bakery on Vancouver's Commercial Drive, producing house-made pastries daily alongside espresso drinks prepared in the Italian tradition. The space is described as small but deliberately comfortable, balancing cozy intimacy with functionality. For touring cyclists passing through one of Vancouver's most vibrant urban cycling corridors, it offers a genuine neighbourhood cafe stop with both indoor and outdoor seating.

value: il Mondo Cafe & Gelato

detail: Website explicitly mentions 'the single vegan option, an orange olive oil cake.'


blurb: Vernon's main library, with recording studio and makerspace.

value: The Vernon Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library is a full-service public branch within a 30-branch regional system covering 59,600 square kilometres of BC's interior. The branch is unusually well-equipped for a public library, featuring a makerspace with 3D printers, an audio recording studio, digitization stations, a sewing machine, and a Cricut cutter. It also offers exam invigilation and a range of community programming, making it a substantive stop for a touring cyclist needing connectivity, rest, or creative tools.

value: Vernon Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Full-service branch with unusually rich makerspace; ordinary library band.


value: 5204 24th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 8X2

value: Western Canada's original craft distillery, Okanagan Spirits has been producing award-winning spirits from 100% BC grain and fruit since 2004. The Vernon flagship is a full-service destination featuring a tasting room, cocktail lounge, experience classroom, and drop-in tastings requiring no reservation. In 2025 the distillery earned the World-Class Distillery designation at the World Spirits Awards in Germany, taking home 11 Gold and 5 Silver medals across its whisky, gin, brandy, and liqueur portfolio.

value: Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery

signal: Distillery flagship tasting room + cocktail lounge, drop-in


value: 2649 Trethewey Street, Unit 103, V2T 0B5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 13m; rack (6 spaces) at 68m; rack (5 spaces) at 79m; rack (3 spaces) at 84m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Pita Land Mideast Urban Kitchen is a Canadian halal fast-food chain with over 50 locations, specializing in fresh Middle Eastern fare including shawarma wraps, falafel, garlic potato bowls, and plates with choice of protein. All meat is 100% Halal hand-certified and the menu is built around real, unprocessed ingredients. The brand explicitly caters to vegetarian, gluten-free, and keto dietary needs, making it a flexible stop for cyclists with varied nutrition requirements.

value: Pita Land Mideast Urban Kitchen

detail: Website states: 'Whether your diet is gluten or dairy-free, vegetarian, or keto, Pita Land has OPTIONS.' Menu includes falafel, salad bowls, and hummus/baba ganoush appetizers


value: 319 Queensway Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8E6

community: Kelowna

value: O'Flannigan's Liquor Store is a cold beer, wine, and liquor store located next door to O'Flannigan's Irish Pub in the heart of downtown Kelowna, directly behind the iconic Royal Anne Hotel. It operates as part of the O'Flannigan's complex and offers a convenient stop for cyclists wanting to pick up beverages after a day riding in the Okanagan. The adjoining pub is a full-service Irish bar with a food menu, live music, dart boards, pool table, and foosball.

value: O'Flannigan's Liquor Store


value: 2054 Whatcom Rd, Abbotsford, BC

value: A Japanese sushi restaurant in Abbotsford offering online ordering and takeout service. Provides a convenient meal option for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: HIKO SUSHI

signal: sushi takeout/online ordering; $15-25/person


community: Vanderhoof

value: Subway


community: Revelstoke

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 1274 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 85m; stands (5 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Hello Kitty Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Graham Island, Port Clements, BC V0T 1R0, Canada

blurb: Haida heritage conservancy at the Yakoun River mouth; village sites and modified trees.

community: Port Clements

value: Yaaguun G̱andlaay Conservancy protects the mouth of the Yakoun River and Yakoun Bay on Graham Island, Haida Gwaii, a place used since time immemorial by the Haida Nation for cultural, social, and spiritual purposes. The area contains 25 registered archaeological sites and hundreds of culturally modified trees, making it one of the most significant cultural landscapes in Haida Gwaii. Touring cyclists riding the roads near Port Clements may find this conservancy a meaningful detour into deeply rooted Haida history and salmon country.

label: salmon run

months: August September October

theme: history

value: Yaaguun Gandlaay Heritage Site/Conservancy

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Yakoun River mouth conservancy with 25 registered archaeological sites and hundreds of culturally modified trees; significant Haida cultural landscape.


value: 420 Fitzgerald Avenue, Courtenay, V9N 7N2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (4 spaces) at 74m; rack (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Local Refillery is the Comox Valley's zero-waste bulk grocery and lifestyle store, selling package-free dry foods, fresh and frozen foods, spices, and cleaning and beauty products through a 'weigh and pay' bring-your-own-container model. Shoppers can also order online for in-store or curbside pickup, with staff filling orders into deposit jars or compostable paper bags. Founded by Ginette Matthews and now in its seventh year, the store acts as a community hub for sustainable, plastic-free living in Courtenay.

value: Local Refillery Grocer

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 5421 Robertson Road, Delta, V4K 3N2

blurb: Federal wildlife area on the Fraser delta's Ramsar wetlands.

community: Delta

value: Alaksen National Wildlife Area is a federally managed 349-hectare nature reserve on the Fraser River Delta, established in 1976 across four former deltaic islands joined by causeways and dykes. It sits within a globally significant Important Bird Area and Ramsar Site, attracting up to 1.4 million migratory birds annually from Siberia to South America — including spectacular concentrations of snow geese exceeding 25,000 birds. For a touring cyclist, it offers a rare and peaceful wildlife experience on the flat, dyke-laced landscape of the Fraser Delta just south of Vancouver.

days_closed: Sa Su

label: snow geese & winter waterfowl

months: October November December January February

value: Alaksen National Wildlife Area

signal: osm fee=no

wow_evidence: Federal NWA and Ramsar site beside Reifel — globally significant bird habitat; quieter, weekday-hours visiting.


value: 8605 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: 8110 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1W5

community: Fort St. John

value: Peace Country Delite is a local coffee shop located in Fort St. John, in the heart of British Columbia's Peace Country region in the province's northeast. Situated on 100 Avenue, it serves as a stop for travellers passing through this hub community on the Alaska Highway corridor. Cyclists making their way through Fort St. John on long-distance routes would find it a convenient spot for a hot drink.

value: Peace Country Delite

signal: coffee shop; ~$8-14


community: Penticton

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: Ogden Point Cruise Ship Terminal, Pier B, Victoria, BC

bike_repair_offered: no

category: Bike Services

value: Victoria Bike Rentals operates from a distinctive yellow container at Ogden Point Cruise Ship Terminal (Pier B), offering a fleet of modern 21-speed hybrid city bikes complete with helmet, lock, front and rear lights, and a route map. The company also runs fully guided electric pedicab tours covering Beacon Hill Gardens, Fisherman's Wharf, the Inner Harbour, Old Town, and Chinatown, with guides carrying 10–20 years of local experience. Kids' bikes, child seats, and baby trailers are available on request, making it a family-friendly option for cycling Victoria's notably flat and bike-friendly streets.

value: Victoria Bike Rentals

detail: Fleet of modern 21-speed hybrid city bikes available for all-day rental; includes helmet, lock, front/rear lights, and map. Kids' bikes, child seats, and baby trailers available on request. Walk-ups accepted

detail: Fully guided electric pedicab tours (2–2.5 hours, max 12 people) covering Beacon Hill Gardens, Fisherman's Wharf, Inner Harbour, Old Town, and Chinatown. Pickup from cruise terminal or Empress Hotel downtown

subcategory: Rentals


value: 430 Front Street, Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0

community: Kaslo

value: A renovated heritage boutique hotel originally built in 1896, perched on the shores of Kootenay Lake between the Purcell and Selkirk Mountains in the village of Kaslo. The elegantly updated property features spacious rooms with walk-out balconies, penthouse suites with full kitchens, and the on-site Waypoint Restaurant and Bar. Kaslo holds BC Green Business certification at the 'Green' level — the highest available — reflecting a genuine sustainability commitment.

value: Kaslo Hotel & Brew Pub

detail: On-site Waypoint Restaurant and Bar, described as open daily

signal: Boutique hotel with fine-dining restaurant, penthouse suites, luxury positioning

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: renovated heritage boutique hotel originally built in 1896...BC Green Business certification at the 'Green' level — the highest available


value: 730 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (8 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Pacific Poke is a chef-driven, quick-serve poke restaurant chain founded in Vancouver by two food-passionate entrepreneurs who discovered Hawaiian poke in California and brought a fresh West Coast spin to it. The menu features build-your-own poke bowls with locally-sourced ingredients alongside chef-inspired signature bowls, emphasizing responsible sourcing and sustainability. The brand has expanded to multiple BC and Alberta locations, making it a recognizable stop for cyclists passing through Vancouver's West Broadway corridor.

value: Pacific Poke

signal: Quick-serve poke; explicitly positioned as 'affordable price'; no menu prices shown


value: A shaded, heavily treed camp straddling Callaghan Creek and the Cheakamus River, reached via a short gravel run on the Daisy Lake Forest Service Road off Highway 99 north of Whistler; self-register and pay $18/night (May–Oct), first-come-first-served, with regular bear activity.

value: Cal Cheak South Camp


value: Box 818, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0

community: Red Pass

value: Swift Creek Cabins are remote backcountry wilderness cabins operated by Headwaters Outfitting near Valemount, BC, sitting in subalpine terrain close to Mount Robson Provincial Park. The self-catered cabins are wood-heated, propane-lit, and designed for small groups pursuing backcountry skiing in winter or alpine hiking in summer. Guests must sign a wilderness release waiver on arrival, reflecting the genuinely remote and rugged nature of the location.

value: Swift Creek Cabins

label: Rock-bottom

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: backcountry skiing (winter) and alpine hiking (summer)... no mention of cycling


value: Squamish

community: Squamish

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 5280 Anderson Way, Vernon, BC V1T 9V2

community: Vernon

value: Royal Garden is Vernon's oldest Chinese restaurant, a family-owned establishment founded in 1995 by Li and Ken Low, whose ancestors were among the Chinese workers who helped build the Okanagan's first railroad. Now run by their daughter Susie, the restaurant serves North American Chinese cuisine from a spacious Anderson Way location with free parking and wheelchair accessibility. Dine-in, takeout, and buffet options make it a versatile stop for cyclists wanting a substantial sit-down meal in Vernon.

value: Royal Garden

detail: Menu lists 'Veggie Chop Suey' (vegetarian) and 'Dry Garlic Gluten Free Chicken' (explicitly labelled gluten-free)

signal: Combination meals $16–24; family dinners $20–27/person; buffet $31

wow_evidence: Vernon's oldest Chinese restaurant... ancestors were among the Chinese workers who helped build the Okanagan's first railroad


community: Bloedel

value: A split rec site straddling the Gray Lake FSR along the Sayward Forest Canoe Route, with a grassy lakeside area on one side and horse corrals on the other; access is entirely via forest service roads and the seasonal fee (May long weekend to Labour Day) is cash-only on site.

value: Brewster Camp Recreation Site


value: 814 Michel Rd, Elkford, BC V0B 1H0, Canada

community: Elkford

value: Kootenay Market is a supermarket serving Elkford, a small coal-mining town in the Elk Valley of the BC Kootenays. Elkford sits at the gateway to the Elk Lakes Provincial Park and along remote touring routes, making a full grocery resupply here strategically important for cycle tourists. As the apparent main grocery option in an isolated community, it likely stocks a broad range of provisions for multi-day trips.

value: Kootenay Market

wow_evidence: supermarket serving Elkford... gateway to Elk Lakes Provincial Park... apparent main grocery option in an isolated community


community: Powell River

value: FreshCo


value: 6911 Graybar Rd, Richmond, BC, V6W 1H3

community: Richmond

value: Tugboat Annie's Pub & Grille is a family-operated waterfront pub at Shelter Island Marina in East Richmond, open since 1986 and run by the McPhail family ever since. Perched steps from the Fraser River, it offers a renovated patio with river views and a classic maritime atmosphere. The venue is adult-only (19+) and includes an attached liquor store alongside its full pub and grille menu.

value: Tugboat Annie's Pub

signal: waterfront marina pub & grille; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: family-operated waterfront pub at Shelter Island Marina...open since 1986 and run by the McPhail family ever since


value: 324 Victoria St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 6m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; rack (1 space) at 59m; rack (1 space) at 78m. Total: 13 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: Sushi Royal Tokyo is a Japanese restaurant in downtown Kamloops with a broad menu spanning sushi rolls, sashimi, nigiri, tempura, katsu, teriyaki, and donburi. It offers both dine-in and online ordering, which suits cyclists looking to order ahead or grab a quick meal. Its central Victoria Street location puts it in the heart of Kamloops's downtown core.

value: Sushi Royal Tokyo

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


value: 2980 Island Highway North, Unit 100

community: Nanaimo

value: Smitty's is a Canadian pancake restaurant chain with a location in Nanaimo on Island Highway North. It serves casual breakfast and lunch dining to traveling customers and locals.

value: Smitty's

signal: chain 'smitty'


months: September October November

community: Swift

value: A free, forested rec site on the Squamish River reached by several kilometres of Squamish Valley Road followed by roughly 1 km of dirt track; popular for fishing with tables, fire rings, and pit toilets, but note active bear country, no garbage pickup, and a real flooding risk in heavy rain.

value: Squamish Riverside Campground


value: Golden Municipal Airport, Golden, BC

blurb: Tandem skydives from 13,000 feet over the Columbia Valley at Golden's airport.

community: Golden

value: Skydive Extreme Yeti is a tandem skydiving drop zone operating at Golden Municipal Airport in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, offering jumps from up to 13,000 feet AGL — one of the highest tandem skydives in Western Canada. The dropzone sits at the confluence of the Kicking Horse and Columbia Rivers, surrounded by six national parks including Yoho and Glacier. In operation since 2011, it draws adventure travelers from Banff, Lake Louise, and beyond, making it a notable landmark stop for cyclists touring the Trans-Canada corridor.

theme: adventure

value: Skydive Extreme Yeti

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Tandem skydive starts at $369.00

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Tandem skydiving over the Columbia-Kicking Horse confluence, among Western Canada's highest jumps — day-shaping for the inclined (fly-rod quadrant: low notability, high delight).


value: 634 Campbell Street, Tofino, V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: Tofino Resort + Marina is a 63-room waterfront resort situated on the working marina in the heart of Tofino on unceded Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation territory. The property anchors an on-site Adventure Centre offering whale watching, bear watching, kayaking, hot springs tours, guided fishing, a gym, and a marina, making it a full-service basecamp for West Coast exploration. Shelter Restaurant operates on-site, and the resort is within walking distance of Tofino's shops, cafés, and trailheads.

value: Sitka

detail: FAQ states: 'There is a laundry facility located in the Adventure Centre. Please call 778.841.0186 to inquire about access.'

detail: Shelter Restaurant is on-site at 634 Campbell Street; website describes it as offering local wild-caught seafood and a diverse menu

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: Adventure Centre offering whale watching, bear watching, kayaking, hot springs tours; laundry facilities confirmed


value: 132 3rd Street West, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1E8

community: North Vancouver

value: Mythos Taverna is a family-owned Greek restaurant that has been a North Shore institution since 1992. It serves homemade recipes made with fresh ingredients alongside signature cocktails in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Cyclists can dine in or place a takeout order by phone, with delivery also available.

value: Mythos Taverna

signal: family Greek taverna; ~$18-28pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 2510 Estevan Avenue, Victoria BC V8R 5Z2

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; rack at 27m; rack at 50m; rack at 83m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: AsUsual Cafe is a locally owned Taiwanese restaurant in Victoria's Estevan neighbourhood, founded in 2015 and known for bubble tea, bubble waffles, and mini hot pots. The menu draws broadly from Taiwanese, Japanese, and Hong Kong street-food traditions, with extensive customization options. The cafe operates as a sit-down diner, takeout counter, and online-order hub with pickup and delivery.

value: AsUsual Cafe

detail: Menu page labels multiple items with explicit tags: Vegetarian (e.g. A.07 Agedashi Tofu, A.10 Seaweed Salad), Vegan (e.g. A.08 House Fried Tofu), and Gluten free (e.g. A.04 Drunken Chicken, S.03 Fried Potato Tots)

label: Cheap eats

signal: Appetizers $7.95–$13.95, casual Taiwanese cafe with bubble tea


value: 552 Pioneer Crescent, Parksville, BC V9P 1T5

blurb: Snuneymuxw-owned Indigenous art gallery in Parksville.

community: Parksville

value: Pentlatch Gallery is an Indigenous-owned and operated art gallery in Parksville, BC, opened in spring 2024 by Gerald A. Fuller of the Snuneymuxw Nation (Coast Salish). The gallery showcases a wide variety of Indigenous art forms from artists across Canada, spanning Contemporary, Traditional, and Vintage themes with a focus on Pacific Northwest Indigenous art. It sits on a quarter-acre commercial property and offers both an in-person gallery experience and a curated online shop, making it a notable cultural stop on Vancouver Island.

value: Pentlatch Gallery

signal: Indigenous-owned retail art gallery, free to browse

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned gallery (2024) of Pacific Northwest art from across Canada.


value: 2655 King George Boulevard, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: All Of Oils is a Fraser Valley specialty retailer focused on extra virgin olive oils, flavoured balsamic vinegars, and gourmet foods, operating two tasting-room locations in South Surrey and Langley. Their EVOOs are imported twice yearly from growers across multiple hemispheres, with full chemistry and tasting-panel data displayed for every product. In-store samplings are available, and the shop offers custom corporate gifting and olive oil tasting events.

value: All Of Oils, Wholesome Oils & Vinegars

wow_evidence: specialty retailer focused on extra virgin olive oils, flavoured balsamic vinegars ... two tasting-room locations in South Surrey and Langley


value: 660 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6C 1S9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Winners


value: 928 Twelfth Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 45m.

community: New Westminster

value: BC Market is a specialty deli focused on Arabic and Mediterranean foods, operating out of a retail building on Twelfth Street. It offers a niche selection likely to appeal to cyclists looking for something beyond standard convenience store fare. The shop is small-format and community-oriented in character.

value: BC Market


community: Dawson Creek

google_place_id: ChIJTywvUCCZkVMRhqboGkxSXns

value: Days Inn by Wyndham Dawson Creek

signal: chain 'days inn'


value: 2397 Highway 97 North, Kelowna, V1X 4H9

community: Kelowna

value: The Starbucks at Dilworth Plaza sits on Highway 97 North, one of Kelowna's main commercial arterials, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists traveling through the Okanagan corridor. The location is drive-through enabled and offers the full Starbucks menu of espresso drinks, teas, Refreshers, and packaged food items. OSM records outdoor seating, giving road-weary riders a place to sit and refuel off the busy highway.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 299 Wallace St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5B4

value: Flamez Chicken is a fried and flame-grilled chicken restaurant in the heart of Downtown Nanaimo, located at the corner of Wallace and Fitzwilliam streets. The menu spans signature fried chicken, grilled options, poutines, seafood, wraps, rice bowls, and house-made sauces, with catering available for groups. Positioned near the Harbourfront Walkway and ferry terminal, it sits in a convenient spot for cyclists exploring downtown Nanaimo.

value: Flamez Chicken

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Seafood & Vegetarian' category; customer review states 'Great veggie options.'

signal: cuisine=chicken


value: 365 Robinson Avenue, Naramata, B.C. V0H 1N0

community: Naramata

value: A renovated boutique motel in the heart of Naramata village, offering 9 micro-suites—4 with kitchenettes—arranged around a xeriscaped courtyard. Originally one of Naramata's earliest roadside motels, it has been reimagined as a self-catering retreat with keyless check-in and modern comforts. The property sits minutes from the Kettle Valley Rail Trail and is within walking distance of the beach, local cafes, and Okanagan wineries.

value: Naramata Courtyard Suites

wow_evidence: boutique motel... minutes from the Kettle Valley Rail Trail


community: Campbell River

value: Imagine Thai Food is a Thai restaurant serving the Vancouver Island area. It offers a dining option for touring cyclists to stop and enjoy prepared Thai meals.

value: Imagine Thai Food

label: Casual

signal: Thai restaurant; $15-25/person


community: Quesnel

value: Quesnel Taxi Ltd. is an on-demand taxi service based in Quesnel, BC. No details on service area, fleet, or bike carriage were accessible from the Facebook page.

value: Quesnel Taxi Ltd.

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail

wow_evidence: on-demand taxi service based in Quesnel


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 16m; rack (2 spaces) at 58m; bollard (12 spaces) at 66m; rack (2 spaces) at 68m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Comox

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'