value: 5164 Clearwater Valley Rd, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1

community: Clearwater

value: Across the Creek Cabins is a family-operated property consisting of four self-contained cabins on 10 acres of private land at the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park, roughly 25 km from downtown Clearwater. Each open-concept studio cabin is fully equipped with a kitchen, queen bed, sofa-bed, three-piece bathroom, and a private outdoor patio overlooking forested surroundings. The property has deep roots in the Smith family going back to the 1970s and sits just off the main road to Helmcken Falls, making it a convenient base for exploring one of BC's premier wilderness parks.

value: Across the Creek Cabins

signal: Basic self-contained cabins, no luxury amenities or premium positioning evident

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: family-operated property... at the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park


source: enrichment

value: 2960 Jutland Road, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: wave (5 spaces) at 12m; wave (5 spaces) at 30m; wave (10 spaces) at 33m; wave (5 spaces) at 38m; wave (5 spaces) at 47m; rack (8 spaces) at 82m; rack (8 spaces) at 85m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 54 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Victoria

value: Selkirk Cafe is a neighbourhood cafe situated on Jutland Road in Victoria, BC, a corridor that sees steady commuter and recreational cycling traffic near the Gorge waterway. The cafe operates weekday mornings and lunchtimes, making it a potential mid-ride stop for cyclists exploring the west side of the city. Beyond its OSM listing and Facebook presence, little additional detail is publicly verifiable.

value: Selkirk Cafe

source: osm

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Café / Coffee

tier: welcoming


value: Tuckkwiowhum, Boston Bar, BC

bike_access: easy

character: destination

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: yes

label: berry season

months: August September

price_band: standard

price_label: Basic

season: summer

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: Hicks

source: camping

value: A Boston Bar First Nation campground in the Fraser Canyon, set between the Fraser River and Anderson Creek with mountain and water views, full facilities including flush toilets and showers, and a Nlaka'pamux Heritage Village on-site; riverside and creekside sites are closed through late May due to spring runoff, and the season runs April to October.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Tuckkwiowhum Campground

ownership: Private

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Private Campground

tier: info

wow_evidence: Boston Bar First Nation campground...showers, flush toilets, WiFi, water...Nlaka'pamux Heritage Village on-site


value: 20955 Hemlock Valley Rd, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A1

community: Hemlock Valley

value: Molly Hogan's Bar & Grill is the social anchor of Sasquatch Mountain Resort in Hemlock Valley, serving hearty comfort food, rotating seasonal menus, and local craft beers from both a cozy indoor lounge and an outdoor deck with alpine views. The venue doubles as an après-ski hub in winter and a natural base-area refuelling stop for mountain bikers in summer, with the resort operating a dedicated trail network and bike-focused programming. Live music on select evenings adds to its reputation as the gathering place at the heart of the resort.

value: Molly Hogan's pub

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: resort operating a dedicated trail network and bike-focused programming... mountain bikers in summer


value: 4401 Bristol Rd, Terrace, BC V8G 0E9, Canada

community: Terrace

value: Chef's Global Fusion is an eclectic restaurant in BC's North Coast region offering a remarkably broad menu spanning American comfort food, falafel, fish and chips, and Thai cuisine. The wide range of culinary traditions suggests the kitchen aims to satisfy diverse tastes under one roof. Takeout is available, making it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Chef's Global Fusion

confidence: medium

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: takeaway=yes


value: 745 Prince George Pulpmill Rd, Prince George, BC V2K 5P4

community: Prince George

value: Northern Lights Estate Winery is BC's most northern and largest fruit winery, built on the banks of the Nechako River at the base of Prince George's famous cutbanks. The estate grows gooseberries, raspberries, apples, rhubarb, black currants, cherries, and blueberries on-site, crafting award-winning wines from 100% BC-grown fruit. Visitors can enjoy tours and tastings, a full riverside restaurant (RiverHouse), and the distinction of sipping carbon-neutral, fully vegan wines at a destination unlike any other in northern BC.

value: Northern Lights Estate Winery

detail: Website states explicitly: 'all of our wines are vegan' — no animal products (gelatin, egg whites, casein, isinglass) used; bentonite clay used instead. Vegan confirmed for all wine products; restaurant menu options not specified

signal: Fruit winery tasting

source: judgement

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: BC's most northern and largest fruit winery … award-winning wines … destination unlike any other in northern BC


value: 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville, V9P 1K3

blurb: Parksville's library on Jensen Avenue, bike racks at every door.

category: Attractions

community: Parksville

value: The Parksville Branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library has served the community since 1937, with its current Jensen Avenue location open since 2001 and refreshed aesthetically in 2019. It is part of the Vancouver Island Regional Library system, one of the largest public library systems in BC, offering public computers, free Wi-Fi, and bookable meeting rooms. Bike racks at all three building entrances make it a cyclist-friendly stop in the heart of Parksville.

dwell: quick

facet_confidence: high

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Parksville Library Branch

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

detail: Website states: 'Bike racks available at all 3 building entrances.'

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Branch since 1937 with bike racks at every entrance; ordinary library band.


value: 3025 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, V3B 6S2

community: Coquitlam

value: Tim Hortons

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

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

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 811 13th Avenue

community: Campbell River

value: Ricky's

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: Ricky's chain family restaurant; $15-30/person


value: 270 Trans-Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC V9L3P9

community: Duncan

value: Phad Thai Restaurant is a full-service Thai eatery on the Trans-Canada Highway in Duncan, sitting directly on the main cycling corridor through the Cowichan Valley. The menu spans classic Thai cooking—curries, pad thai, stir-fries, noodle dishes, soups, and appetizers—with vegetarian options clearly flagged in the menu legend. Online ordering with pickup and delivery is available through the restaurant's own website.

value: Phad Thai

detail: Menu page legend explicitly lists 'vegetarian' as a category marker; multiple dishes are identified as vegetarian including Vegetarian Spring Rolls, Vegetarian Pad Thai, and vegetarian curry/soup options


value: 6 Fergusson Ave, Gold Bridge, BC

category: Accommodation

community: Gold Bridge

value: The Gold Bridge Hotel is a historic hotel and pub in the remote gold-rush town of Gold Bridge, nestled in BC's Bridge River Valley — one of the few services in a region defined by rugged backcountry and mining heritage. The current building was originally the Legion hall from the nearby ghost town of Bralorne, relocated and reimagined; the current owner has renovated it since 2018 while preserving its small-town character. Guests can unwind in the hot tub or sauna after a long ride, and the on-site pub and restaurant make it a natural gathering point in an area with very limited alternatives.

value: Gold Bridge Hotel

detail: On-site pub and restaurant: 'we offer a pub, restaurant and entertainment'

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: Guests can unwind in the hot tub or sauna after a long ride...originally the Legion hall from the nearby ghost town of Bralorne


value: 180 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, V6B 4P4

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; bollard (2 spaces) at 27m; bollard (2 spaces) at 44m; bollard (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; bollard (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Sandman Hotel Vancouver City Centre is a downtown Vancouver hotel located on West Georgia Street in the city's business district. It is part of the Sandman Hotels chain and provides standard accommodation for travelers. Cycling tourists should contact the hotel directly to inquire about bike storage and touring-specific amenities.

value: Sandman Hotel Vancouver City Centre

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Genuine Sandman; downtown Vancouver pushes to ~$190-240 shoulder, top of mid band


value: #8-11852 Highway 97, Winfield, BC V4V 1Y1

community: Lake Country

value: Winfield Chinese Restaurant is a long-established sit-down restaurant that has been serving the Winfield community for over a decade, offering a broad menu of authentic Chinese dishes alongside western options. Located on Highway 97 beside Tim Hortons, it sits on a major cycling corridor through the Okanagan. The menu spans appetizers, soups, chow mein, fried rice, and a dedicated vegetarian section, making it a versatile meal stop for touring cyclists.

value: Winfield Chinese

detail: Dedicated 'Vegetarian Dishes' section on menu includes Buddha's Feast, Braised Bean Curd with Chinese Mushrooms, Mushroom Chop Suey with Tofu in Black Bean Sauce, Curry of Seasonal Vegetables, and Szechuan Style Vegetables

signal: Most mains $15–$25; fried rice, pork, shrimp dishes typical

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 5576 204 Street, Langley, V3A 1Z5

community: Langley

value: The Katsu Japanese Cutlet House is a Japanese restaurant in downtown Langley specializing in panko-breaded katsu made with house-made breadcrumbs and the restaurant's own signature sauces. The menu features chicken, hira pork, kimchi, and cheese katsu variations, all using fresh ingredients. A customer review on the site mentions it as a natural stop before exploring downtown Langley on foot—making it a potential mid-ride meal destination for cyclists passing through.

value: The Katsu Japanese Cutlet House

signal: katsu cutlet house; ~$16-24pp


value: 382 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 26 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (12 spaces) at 36m; stands (3 spaces) at 51m; stands (12 spaces) at 53m; stands (21 spaces) at 58m; stands (5 spaces) at 60m; stands (21 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; bollard (2 spaces) at 78m; bollard (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 89m; bollard (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 122 spaces.

value: Pelicana Chicken is a location of the well-known Korean fried chicken chain, situated on busy Robson Street in downtown Vancouver. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, serving Korean-style chicken dishes. Its central downtown location on a major commercial strip makes it an easy refueling stop for cyclists passing through the city core.

value: Pelicana Chicken

signal: cuisine=chicken

wow_evidence: well-known Korean fried chicken chain


value: 38129 2 Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0C4, Canada

community: Squamish

value: Alice & Brohm Ice Cream Co. is a New Zealand-inspired real-fruit ice cream shop with two Squamish locations, blending locally sourced BC berries and dairy right in front of customers with no added colours or flavours. Both shops offer outdoor seating — the Mamquam Road location has a large patio at the Squamish Town Hub, while the Second Ave location has a patio just off the downtown main strip. It's a natural post-ride treat stop given Squamish's reputation as an outdoor adventure hub.

value: Alice & Brohms

detail: Website states 'Our berry ice cream flavours are gluten free' and offers a 'coconut plant-based ice cream' base option for vegan customers

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: two Squamish locations ... natural post-ride treat stop given Squamish's reputation as an outdoor adventure hub


value: 8700 McKim Way #2113, Richmond, BC V6X4A5

community: Richmond

value: Shanghai Lao Wei Dao is a Shanghai-style Chinese fast-food spot in Richmond serving an extensive menu of hand-crafted dumplings, xiao long bao, pan-fried buns, noodle soups, and rice dishes rooted in classic Shanghai home cooking. The restaurant offers convenient online pickup ordering through its own website. A touring cyclist passing through Richmond's McKim Way commercial area can grab a filling meal of wontons, beef noodles, or a combo plate to go.

value: Shanghai Lao Wei Dao


value: 153 16th St W, North Vancouver, BC, V7M 1T3

community: North Vancouver

value: Andreas Restaurant is a family-owned North Vancouver institution open since 1984, run by father-and-son duo Andreas and Dimitrios, with a scratch kitchen that hand-makes an extensive menu of over 130 items — from Greek specialties to pizza, pasta, steaks, and seafood — every morning. The restaurant explicitly welcomes tour groups with specially crafted group menus and offers free delivery across North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Deep Cove. A long-standing local favourite, it sends guests home with complimentary fresh-baked bread as a nod to the founder's original tradition.

value: Andreas Restaurant

detail: Website states: 'We offer delivery and pick up on the North Shore from 11 am till close every day.'

signal: family scratch kitchen, 130+ items (Greek/pizza/steak); ~$18-28pp


value: 1157 5 Avenue, Prince George, BC, V2L 3L1

value: The Twisted Cork is a downtown Prince George restaurant built around the concept of upscale home cooking — tapas and comfort food served alongside wine, craft beer, and cocktails in a relaxed, full-service setting. The venue also houses two banquet spaces seating up to 130 guests and a weather-dependent rooftop patio called La Catrina above the adjacent Black Clover. Its central location in the downtown core makes it a convenient dining stop for cyclists moving through Prince George.

value: Twisted Cork

signal: tapas/comfort food, competitively priced; ~$20-30pp

wow_evidence: downtown Prince George restaurant serving tapas, comfort food, wine, craft beer, and cocktails


value: Dosa Paragon is an Indian restaurant in Victoria specializing in South Indian dosas and traditional Indian cuisine. The menu includes vegetarian and vegan options, making it suitable for cyclists with various dietary preferences.

value: Dosa Paragon

confidence: low

signal: South Indian dosa; ~$14-22pp


category: Transport

source: llm-examine

value: Richmond-based charter bus operator across Western Canada; also operates Whistler Skylynx scheduled shuttle between Vancouver International Airport and Whistler. No bike policy stated on site.

value: Universal Coach Lines Ltd. With An Assumed Name Of "Uclab Coach Lines Ltd."

origin: transport

subcategory: Shuttle


value: 4635 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 4L3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 54m; rack (3 spaces) at 57m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Sushi Garden is a popular Japanese restaurant chain with three Burnaby locations, of which the Metro Town branch sits on the busy Kingsway corridor near Metrotown mall. The restaurant offers indoor seating and online ordering for takeout. Its accessible location along a major urban cycling route makes it a convenient stop for riders passing through the Metrotown area.

value: Sushi Garden

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


value: 3763 4th Avenue, Smithers, British Columbia

community: Smithers

value: Two Sisters is a community-focused breakfast and lunch cafe in downtown Smithers, BC, built around wholesome food made with locally sourced and organic ingredients from regional farms and producers. The cafe features a patio and a menu thoughtfully designed to accommodate vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, and it explicitly welcomes tourists visiting the town. A strong sustainability ethos—eco-friendly packaging, local supply chains, and in-house baking—runs throughout the operation.

value: Two Sisters

detail: About page states 'Whether you're a dedicated vegan, opt for gluten-free, or simply are someone looking to make healthier choices, our diverse selection ensures that there's something for everyone.' Menu page uses DF (Dairy Free), V (Vegan), and GF (Gluten Free) labels throughout

wow_evidence: community-focused breakfast and lunch cafe...locally sourced and organic ingredients


value: 2401 Cliffe Ave #14, Courtenay, BC V9N 2L5

community: Courtenay

value: Signature Indian Cuisine is a sit-down Indian restaurant in Courtenay on Vancouver Island, offering a broad menu of traditional and contemporary dishes including tandoori specialties from a clay oven, exotic curries, biryanis, and a full vegetarian section. The kitchen emphasises fresh ingredients, authentic spices, and time-honoured cooking methods with a contemporary Indian twist. Catering for special occasions is also available.

value: Signature Indian Cuisine

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Specialties' section; vegetarian appetizers include Veggie Samosa, Vegetable Pakora, Paneer Pakora, Aloo Tikki, Eggplant Bharta, and others

signal: Main dishes $15.95–18.95; casual sit-down Indian restaurant


value: 21 Lakeshore Drive, Penticton, BC V2A 7M5

community: Penticton

value: The Hooded Merganser is a lakeside fine-dining restaurant set directly on Okanagan Lake in Penticton, noted for its visionary architecture designed to complement the natural surroundings. The menu is upscale and ingredient-driven, drawing on produce from Valley View Farm and offering dishes like Bouillabaisse, Grilled Lamb Chops, and a range of house-made pastas. For a touring cyclist finishing a day on the Kettle Valley Rail Trail or the Okanagan wine routes, it would make a memorable lakefront dinner destination.

value: Hooded Merganser

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian dishes: Hummus & Tzatziki, Italian Goat Cheese Dip, Hood Fries, Fried Halloumi, Focaccia Bites, House Salad, Roasted Beet Salad, Mushroom Cannelloni, Linguine Alfredo

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Most entrees $26–34 (braised chuck, bouillabaisse, pasta); steaks $56–62

wow_evidence: lakeside fine-dining restaurant set directly on Okanagan Lake... visionary architecture... drawing on produce from Valley View Farm


value: 305 Hall Street, Nelson, V1L 5X4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 2 spaces.

blurb: Nelson's downtown arena: hockey and public skating in the Civic Centre.

community: Nelson

value: The Civic Centre Arena is Nelson's community ice facility, home to ice hockey and public skating in the heart of downtown. Operated by the Regional District of Central Kootenay, it serves as a hub for local recreation. Touring cyclists passing through Nelson may find it a useful landmark near the downtown core.

dwell: half

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

planning: check-ahead

theme: recreation

value: Nelson & District Community Complex

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Downtown community arena with public skating; standard rec band. Winner over generic Civic Centre record.


value: Dosa Delight is an Indian restaurant located in Langley. It provides food service to customers. Details about amenities and services could not be verified due to website access issues.

value: Dosa Delight

signal: Indian (dosa); ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: Indian restaurant located in Langley


value: 1441 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 52m.

value: Granville Island Brewing has been crafting BC beers since 1984 and is one of the province's pioneering craft breweries, with a vibrant public taproom on Granville Island at the heart of Vancouver's seawall cycling network. The taproom pours a rotating small-batch Taproom Series alongside its mainline beers, and serves food on-site with off-sales for those continuing their ride. The patio is dog-friendly and the brewery is wheelchair accessible via a ramp through the side door.

value: Granville Island Brewing Taproom

signal: Pioneer craft brewery public taproom

wow_evidence: crafting BC beers since 1984...one of the province's pioneering craft breweries


value: 11725 - 98A Avenue, Surrey BC

blurb: Forested ravine park along Delta Creek.

community: Surrey

value: Tom Hopkins Ravine Park protects over 6.5 hectares of sensitive second-growth forest ravine ecosystem in Surrey, with more than 1 km of Delta Creek running through it. Natural area trails in the west section of the park offer a quiet forest walk, with a pedestrian bridge crossing Delta Creek. Access is from 98A or 99 Avenue, and most of the ravine interior is inaccessible to protect the sensitive habitat.

dwell: short

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: walk-up

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Tom Hopkins Ravine Park

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Small ravine forest park with short trails — pleasant ordinary.


category: Groceries

community: Lantzville

value: Mid Island Liquor is a locally-owned co-operative liquor retailer with 18 locations across Vancouver Island and surrounding communities, from Nanaimo and Parksville to Duncan, Ladysmith, and beyond. It recently acquired the Landlubber Liquor Store and hosts community events such as the Parksville Beer Festival, reflecting deep regional ties. For touring cyclists, it offers a reliable stop for beverages across a wide stretch of the island.

value: Mid Island Liquor

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 16 km East of Prince Rupert on Hwy 16, BC

character: pleasant

label: salmon spawning

price_label: Standard

community: Port Edward

value: Small forested lakefront campground on Highway 16 just 16 km east of Prince Rupert, with lake paddling, fishing for five Pacific salmon species, and swimming; nearby Diana Lake Park adds a coastal rainforest trail. Easy highway access makes it a convenient overnight or layover on the North Coast.

value: Prudhomme Lake Campground

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground


community: Nanaimo

value: MELTWICH food co.


value: 3338 Cambie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (4 spaces) at 42m; stands (4 spaces) at 44m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; rack (3 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; rack at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; anchors (1 space) at 85m; heart (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Café Gloucester is a long-running Cantonese café on Cambie Street serving breakfast through late night, with an all-day menu and mini set meals. It operates two locations — Vancouver and Richmond — and has an active online ordering and delivery presence. The Cambie Street location sits along a major cycling corridor in South Vancouver, making it a potential mid-ride dining stop.

value: Café Gloucester

signal: Cantonese cafe, set meals; ~$13-22pp


value: 555 Clarke Road, Coquitlam

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: building (covered, paid) at 85m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Coquitlam

value: Pokerrito

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 3990 Johnston Road

community: Port Alberni

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


bike_access: rough

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Sun Peaks

value: A small, rustic 3-site camp on the shore of Skmana Lake, reached via roughly 16 km of forest service road north of Chase; suited to fishing, mountain biking, hiking, and XC skiing, but no amenities are confirmed.

value: Skmana Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

wow_evidence: 16 km of forest service road north of Chase; no amenities are confirmed


value: 20349 88 Avenue, Langley, V1M2K5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 36m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Akane Japanese Restaurant is a sushi and teriyaki spot in the Walnut Grove neighbourhood of Langley, serving Japanese and Asian cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients. Located in a strip-mall unit, it offers both dine-in and takeout options, including online ordering. It sits along a suburban corridor that cycling routes through the Fraser Valley pass near.

value: Akane Japanese Restaurant

signal: sushi & teriyaki, dine-in/takeout; ~$15-25pp


value: Your Independent Grocer is a full-service Canadian supermarket chain (a Loblaws banner) with a location in Squamish, BC. As a large-format grocery store, it would offer touring cyclists a comprehensive resupply point for food staples, snacks, and beverages. The store participates in the PC Optimum loyalty program and offers online ordering with in-store pickup.

value: Your Independent Grocer

ownership: Buy Canadian

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 21 Lakeshore Drive West, Penticton, BC V2A 7M5

value: The Barking Parrot Bar is a waterfront bar and restaurant situated within the Penticton Lakeside Resort, just steps from Okanagan Lake. It serves food, cocktails, and draft beer, and bills itself as Penticton's most popular bar. Regular events include wing nights, smash burger specials on weekends, and a daily Flappy Hour promotion.

value: The Barking Parrot

signal: amenity=bar


value: 218 Martin Street, Penticton, BC

value: Slackwater Brewing is a craft brewery in Penticton producing BC-brewed craft beer. Located on Martin Street in Penticton's downtown core, it sits within the Okanagan's cycling heartland and offers a taproom destination for touring cyclists. The brewery's active 2025 website references beers, events, and a 'Find Us' section suggesting a welcoming public venue.

value: Slackwater Brewing

signal: Craft brewery taproom


value: 1261 Roberts Creek Road, Roberts Creek, V0N 2W2

community: Roberts Creek

value: Up the Creek Backpacker's Lodge is a family-run cedar house hostel on BC's Sunshine Coast, operating since 2004 and situated 14 km from the Langdale ferry terminal — making it a natural stopover for cyclists arriving by BC Ferries from Vancouver. It explicitly caters to cyclists with loaner bikes and a dedicated cyclist camping area, and sits a short 10-minute walk from the heart of Roberts Creek village. The lodge has a warm, nature-focused character and is well-reviewed for cleanliness and hospitality.

value: Up the Creek

label: Rock-bottom

signal: tourism=hostel

detail: FAQ: 'We have undercover bike storage at the rear of the property, away from the public eye, with locking eye bolts for about 6 bikes. It is not enclosed.'

subcategory: Hostel

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: lists 'Loaner Bikes' and 'Cyclist Camping' as explicit features


value: Unit #7, 2929 St Johns St, Port Moody, BC V3H 0G9

community: Port Moody

value: Sergio's Pizza is a neighbourhood pizza takeout counter tucked into a strip-mall unit in Port Moody, offering a broad menu of house specialty pies, build-your-own options, pastas, wings, and family packs. The shop caters primarily to call-in and walk-in orders, making it a straightforward fuel stop for cyclists passing through the Tri-Cities corridor. With over twenty specialty pizza choices and a full sides list, it can accommodate a hungry group after a long day on the saddle.

value: Sergio's Pizza

detail: Menu includes European Veggie Pizza, Popeye Special Pizza (spinach), Spinach Quiche Pizza, and Pizza Bianca among the house specialties


value: C1-1 Dallas Road, Fisherman's Wharf, Victoria, BC

community: Victoria

value: Pirate Pizza Company is a seaside pizza restaurant perched on the floating boardwalk at Fisherman's Wharf, one of Victoria's most distinctive waterfront destinations and a short ride from the Inner Harbour pathway. They serve New York-style slices and whole pies using local, organic ingredients alongside locally brewed craft beer and cider, all with a front-row view of seaplanes, sailboats, and harbour wildlife. The surrounding wharf neighbourhood also offers water taxis, kayak rentals, and whale-watching, making it a natural rest stop on a coastal cycling tour.

value: Pirate Pizza Company

detail: About-us page states: 'Gluten Free, Vegan and Dairy Free options available.' Menu also lists gluten-free crust (small only) and dairy-free cheese substitute (Vitalite)

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: seaside pizza restaurant perched on the floating boardwalk at Fisherman's Wharf... a natural rest stop on a coastal cycling tour


community: Duncan

source: manual

value: Local taxi service operating in Duncan and the Cowichan Valley. Ability to transport a bicycle depends on vehicle type and driver discretion.

value: Cowichan Valley Taxi

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


value: 4115 208 Street, Langley, V3A 2H3

community: Langley

value: Toki's Chinese Food is a Langley neighbourhood Chinese restaurant serving an extensive Cantonese-style menu spanning soups, chow mein (soft and crispy), fried rice, chop suey, seafood, beef, and chicken dishes. The restaurant offers structured family dinner packages sized for two to ten diners, as well as individual combination dinners — useful for a solo cyclist or a group refuelling together. Pickup orders are actively promoted, making it a practical stop for takeaway on a touring route through the Fraser Valley.

value: Toki's Chinese Food

detail: Website homepage advertises '10% DISCOUNT (CASH OR DEBIT ONLY) ON PICK UP ORDERS OVER $50.00 BEFORE TAXES', confirming takeout/pickup service

detail: Menu explicitly labels 'Crispy Egg Roll (Vegetarian)' and lists several meatless dishes: Mixed Veggies (No Meat), Vegetable or Mushroom Chow Mein, Vegetable or Mushroom Fried Rice, Tofu Chop Suey, Salt & Pepper Tofu, and Tofu Veggies in Black Bean Sauce

signal: Combination dinners $16.95-$19.95; family dinners ~$17-19/person

wow_evidence: 10% DISCOUNT ON PICK UP ORDERS


value: 403 North Road, Coquitlam

value: Passion8 Dessert Cafe is a Korean-dessert focused venue in Coquitlam offering indoor seating with vegetarian options. It's a casual spot for cyclists to grab a dessert and beverage during their tour. Cycling-specific facilities have not been confirmed at this location.

value: Passion8 Dessert Cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: West Hastings Street

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (9 spaces) at 25m; rack (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (6 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 26 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: 137-10090 152 Street, Surrey, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 78m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Bubble World is a Chinese restaurant located at 10090 152 Street in Surrey, BC. Beyond its OSM classification as a Chinese cuisine restaurant, no operational details are available as the business website is currently a placeholder.

value: Bubble World Surrey

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


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 41m; rack (2 spaces) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 92m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Quiznos is a toasted submarine sandwich chain founded in 1981 in Denver, CO, with this Chilliwack franchise occupying unit G120 in a commercial complex. It offers a broad menu of hot toasted subs, sliders, salads, and soups made with branded high-quality ingredients. For a touring cyclist passing through Chilliwack, it represents a quick, filling hot-food stop with multiple protein and vegetarian options.

value: Quiznos

detail: Website menu lists 'Veggie Guacamole' described as 'The ultimate veggie sandwich made with creamy guacamole... mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, black olives, sauteed mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, onions.' No GF or vegan options confirmed

signal: chain 'quiznos'


value: Kin's Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


character: utilitarian

energy: neutral

kid_friendly: no

community: Remote & backcountry, Thompson-Nicola Regional District

value: A remote, first-come-first-served forest service rec site at the 50 km mark on Jamieson Creek FSR, primarily used as a horse camp; the long rough FSR approach makes this a demanding ride for a loaded tourer.

value: Mayson Lake North Recreation Site

wow_evidence: demanding ride for a loaded tourer


value: 12745 Laity Street, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2P3

community: Maple Ridge

value: The Patch Brewery is a farm-to-table craft brewery and taproom situated on Laity Farms in Maple Ridge, brewing with BC-sourced hops and barley grown on the property — a true farm-to-glass operation rooted in a family farming heritage dating to 1879. Alongside a rotating tap list, the brewery serves artisan pizzas, coffee drinks, and has a picnic area that welcomes dogs. It is a notable stop for cyclists exploring the Fraser Valley, blending a working farm setting with a full kitchen and a well-stocked taproom.

value: The Patch Brewery Laity Farms

detail: Website states beers are available in four-packs to go, sold exclusively at the brewery. Does not sell or fill growlers

detail: Website states all salads and pizzas can be made vegan with vegan cheese and meat substitutes; gluten-free beer and cider available; gluten-friendly pizza crust option available (not recommended for celiac due to shared oven)

signal: Farm-to-glass brewery taproom + food

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: farm-to-table craft brewery… family farming heritage dating to 1879


value: 4539 Gertrude Street, V9Y 6J9

value: RHM Donair is a fast-food business located on Gertrude Street in the Vancouver Island area. It provides quick meals for touring cyclists and other travelers passing through.

value: RHM Donair


value: 2908 32 St Unit 1, Vernon, V1T 5M1

community: Vernon

value: A restaurant in Vernon with a name suggesting breakfast and lunch service. Website access failed due to DNS resolution error, making current operational status uncertain.

value: Lunch Matters... Breakfast Too

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 107 Morningside Road, Salt Spring Island, V8K 2P2

community: Salt Spring Island

value: An organic bakery and cafe on Salt Spring Island offering organic baked goods and confirmed vegan options. A casual stopping point for touring cyclists seeking refreshment. Serves walk-in customers with an organic-focused menu.

value: Morningside Organic Bakery and Cafe

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: Chevron Town Pantry

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 578 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, BC V3J 6A8

blurb: City rec centre built around a large gymnasium.

value: The Centennial Activity Centre is a City of Coquitlam recreation facility built around a large gymnasium operated jointly with School District 43. It serves local residents of all ages through a mix of drop-in sports and registered programs. The centre is accessible via several Coquitlam transit routes and sits in a residential neighbourhood near Poirier Street.

value: Centennial Activity Centre

wow_evidence: Gym-based city rec facility — standard 1/1.


value: 206–2067 Lake Placid Road, Whistler, BC, V8E 0B6

community: Whistler

value: BReD is a 100% plant-based, certified-organic sourdough bakery in Creekside, Whistler, founded by British-born baker Ed Tatton and his wife Natasha. Every loaf is naturally leavened with a wild sourdough starter and made from certified organic flour, with a rotating daily schedule of specialty breads. Beyond bread, the in-store café serves espresso drinks and the shop stocks a curated range of local pantry goods including organic flours, artisan jams, and hummus.

value: BReD - Organic Sourdough

detail: About page states 'espresso based coffees are available in the bread shop,' matched with oat, almond, soy or coconut milk alternatives

signal: shop=bakery


value: 211 Main St, McBride, BC V0J 2E0, Canada

community: McBride

value: TGP McBride is the supermarket serving the small Robson Valley community of McBride, BC, operating under the TGP (The Grocery People) independent grocery banner. For touring cyclists passing through this remote stretch of Highway 16, it represents a key resupply point in a region with limited services. The store is verified open as of May 2025.

value: TGP McBride


community: Terrace

value: Cedar Cafe at CMTN is a weekday campus cafe serving Coast Mountain College in Terrace, BC, catering primarily to students and staff. Located on a post-secondary college campus, it offers a coffee shop experience in a busy educational setting. Touring cyclists passing through Terrace on Highway 16 may find it a convenient stop during college operating hours.

value: Cedar Cafe at CMTN


value: 400 Capilano Road, Unit 6, Port Moody, BC V3H 0E1

value: A franchise location of the global Subway sandwich chain, this outlet sits in the Suter Brook Village mixed-use development at 400 Capilano Road in Port Moody. It offers build-your-own sandwiches, wraps, and salads with a range of payment options including all major cards. The fetched website content belongs to a separate nearby franchise, so independently verified details for this specific location are limited.

value: Subway

detail: Website for nearby sister location also lists Order Pick Up and Curbside Pickup as services, consistent with standard Subway franchise operations

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 781 Denman Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Nook is a Vancouver-born Italian restaurant group that opened its first location in the West End in 2009, built around housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and locally sourced ingredients supplemented by imported Italian products. The Denman Street location sits at the gateway to Stanley Park's seawall cycling routes, making it a natural stop for cyclists exploring the West End. The group also operates sister restaurants Oddfish and Radish, giving the neighbourhood a cluster of casual dining options.

value: Nook

detail: Menus across locations offer 'GF Organic Quinoa Pasta +3' as a gluten-free substitute; multiple vegetarian dishes available (Margherita pizza, Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe, Ricotta pizza, salads)

signal: Housemade pasta & pizza mains $25–28; sit-down Italian


value: 2150-570 Sherling Place, Port Coquitlam, BC

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Side Quest Brewing Co. is a craft brewery taproom in Port Coquitlam whose beers are inspired by gaming, fantasy, and adventure. The taproom maintains a large board game library and hosts community events, making it a sociable stop for groups. The rebranded operation occupies a unit in an industrial-style complex on Sherling Place.

value: Side Quest Brewing Co.


value: 9056 152 Street, Surrey, V3R 4E7

community: Surrey

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 5945 Berton Avenue, Vancouver, V6S 0B3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: wall_loops (8 spaces) at 36m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 37m; rack (8 spaces) at 54m; rack (4 spaces) at 77m; rack (4 spaces) at 80m; bollard (3 spaces) at 86m; bollard (2 spaces) at 87m; bollard (3 spaces) at 87m; bollard (2 spaces) at 92m; bollard (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 14500 Silver Valley Road, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2R3

value: The Johnson Yew and Arbutus Cabins are two adjoining modern log cabins opened in 2009 at Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, a UBC-operated wilderness retreat facility nestled in the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest roughly 50 km east of Vancouver. Together the cabins sleep up to 48 guests in shared bunkroom-style rooms, each with a writing desk and WiFi, and both buildings are connected on the ground floor with lounge areas and fireplaces. The broader Loon Lake property offers hiking, waterfront activities, sauna, and on-site dining, making it a full-service but group-oriented destination.

value: Johnson Yew and Arbutus Cabins

wow_evidence: sauna, and on-site dining...UBC-operated wilderness retreat facility...Malcolm Knapp Research Forest


value: 6664 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby BC V5E 4H3

community: Burnaby

value: Hart House Restaurant occupies a historic 1906 Tudor Revival estate on the shores of Deer Lake in Burnaby, set within three acres of landscaped grounds that once housed a celebrated iris garden. The restaurant has operated since 1988, serving Mediterranean-influenced fine dining across lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch in a lakeside setting that has also doubled as a film set. Cyclists passing through the Deer Lake area would find it a distinctive destination for a sit-down meal, with ample free parking on site.

value: Hart House Restaurant

detail: Group menu uses dietary codes: (V) vegetarian, (VG) vegan, (GF) gluten-free, with GF-upon-request noted for some mains (e.g. Potato Gnocchi Alla Norma VG, GF upon request)

signal: Spring prix fixe menu $58/person three courses; group menus $82-98

detail: Full-service sit-down restaurant; website notes wheelchair accessible facilities (except 2nd floor private rooms), confirming indoor washrooms exist

wow_evidence: historic 1906 Tudor Revival estate on the shores of Deer Lake... operated since 1988... doubled as a film set


value: 6635 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5X 3H3

value: Punjab Food Center is a South Asian grocery supermarket on Main Street in Vancouver, offering a wide array of consumer products including many unique and hard-to-find items. The business operates both a physical storefront and an online ordering platform. It sits on a major arterial corridor through South Vancouver, making it a convenient resupply stop for cyclists passing through the neighbourhood.

value: Punjab Food Center


value: 12294 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows BC V3Y 2E9

blurb: Museum in the 1908 general store, Pitt Meadows' oldest building.

community: Pitt Meadows

value: The Pitt Meadows Museum occupies two heritage sites facing each other on Harris Road beside the CP Rail tracks: the 1908 General Store (the oldest known structure in Pitt Meadows, with parts dating to 1886) and the Hoffmann and Son Machine Shop, which displays over 60 restored stationary gasoline engines and a working forge. The General Store houses permanent and temporary exhibits on early settlement history alongside a community archives and reference library. Admission is by donation.

theme: history

value: Pitt Meadows Museum General Store

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: Admission is by donation

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: The 1908 General Store site (oldest structure in Pitt Meadows) — dupe pair with 'The General Store' (d932819d36 @9m); the fuller museum-named record wins.


value: 675 Cambie Street, Vancouver, V6B 2P1

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; bollard (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (6 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Browns Socialhouse is a proudly Canadian franchise chain with over 80 locations, describing itself as the balance between a neighbourhood pub and upscale casual dining. The Cambie Street location sits in downtown Vancouver near the Queen Elizabeth Theatre precinct and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Touring cyclists would find a full-service sit-down meal with a broad menu in a central urban location.

value: Browns Socialhouse

signal: amenity=pub


value: 6401 Lavington Way

blurb: Free outdoor pool in Lavington, east of Vernon.

community: Coldstream

value: Lavington Outdoor Pool is a free, publicly accessible outdoor swimming pool operated by the City of Vernon, located in the Lavington area near Coldstream. It offers a refreshing stop for touring cyclists riding through the North Okanagan, particularly welcome on hot summer days in the valley.

value: Lavington Pool

signal: osm fee=no

wow_evidence: Free outdoor public pool; outdoor-pool anchor band.


community: Valemount

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


label: kokanee salmon run

community: Crescent Bay

value: Redfish Campground sits within Kokanee Creek Provincial Park on Kootenay Lake, reached by a walking bridge and connected to over a kilometre of sandy beach, old-growth cedar, and a kokanee salmon spawning channel; full amenities but busy in summer and closed by gate off-season.

value: Redfish Campground


value: 2370 Ottawa Street, Port Coquitlam, V3B 7Z1

value: Costco


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (14 spaces, covered) at 21m; rack (covered) at 47m. Total: 14 spaces.

blurb: Oak Bay's village library branch.

community: Oak Bay

value: A neighbourhood branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library system located in Oak Bay. The library offers browsing, public computers, and access to a large digital collection including ebooks, streaming, and archival BC newspapers. A quiet indoor rest stop for touring cyclists passing through Oak Bay Village.

value: Oak Bay Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Neighbourhood branch; ordinary library band.


value: 7353 Edmonds Street

value: The Bao Place is a Chinese restaurant on Edmonds Street specializing in bao, the pillowy steamed or baked buns popular across Chinese cuisine. Situated in the Edmonds neighbourhood, it offers indoor seating for cyclists looking to rest and refuel after a ride. Its cuisine focus makes it a distinctive stop among the more generic dining options along this corridor.

value: The Bao Place

signal: bao specialty spot; buns/snack format under $15


value: 4585 Uplands Drive

community: Nanaimo

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 1820 Rogers Place, Kamloops, V1S 1T7

community: Kamloops

value: Prestige Aberdeen Lodge Kamloops is a 39-room lodge property in the Aberdeen area just off the Trans-Canada Highway, part of BC's family-owned Prestige Hotels & Resorts chain. The lodge offers an onsite restaurant, fitness centre, and coin laundry, and guests have access to the indoor pool and waterslide at the adjacent Prestige Kamloops Hotel. A complimentary continental breakfast is included with all stays, making it a practical and comfortable base for cyclists passing through Kamloops.

value: Prestige Aberdeen Lodge Kamloops

detail: Complimentary continental breakfast included with stay, available daily; selections include cereal, breads and pastries, yogurt, juice, and coffee or tea

detail: Guest coin laundry listed among hotel amenities on the website

detail: Onsite restaurant listed among hotel amenities; property is also described as steps from dining in the Aberdeen area

signal: chain 'prestige'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: part of BC's family-owned Prestige Hotels & Resorts chain; coin laundry and complimentary continental breakfast confirmed; no bike storage mentioned


value: Mile 52, Alaska Hwy, Fort St. John, BC V0C 1H0

price_band: basic

community: Charlie Lake

value: An RV-oriented leisure park near Charlie Lake in Northern BC; with the website unavailable, details on tent sites, facilities, and access are unconfirmed — verify before routing here.

value: Charlie Lake RV & Leisure

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: RV-oriented leisure park ... details on tent sites, facilities, and access are unconfirmed


value: 22378 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 3J2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 16m; stands (5 spaces) at 84m; stands (5 spaces) at 94m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Silver House Restaurant is a family-owned Chinese restaurant on Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge, in continuous operation since 1999. It has been voted Best Chinese Food in Ridge Meadows six times between 2009 and 2017. The restaurant offers dine-in, pickup with a discount, and local delivery, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the Maple Ridge town corridor.

value: Silver House Restaurant

signal: family Chinese, dine-in/delivery; ~$18-28pp


value: 1616 McNeill Rd, Port McNeill, B.C. V0N2R0

community: Port McNeill

value: Devils' Bath Brewing Co. is a family-owned craft microbrewery and restaurant perched next to Port McNeill's harbour and BC Ferry terminal, offering sweeping ocean views of nearby islands and the mainland mountains. Founded by three brothers and their mom, the taproom pours small-batch beers that flow directly from brewing vessel to glass — never canned or bottled — alongside made-from-scratch artisan pizzas, salads, and sandwiches. The brewery takes its name from Canada's only cenote, a dramatic 44-metre-deep limestone sinkhole accessible by logging road 45 minutes from town.

value: Devils' Bath Brewing Co.

wow_evidence: named after Canada's only cenote, a dramatic 44-metre-deep limestone sinkhole


value: 162 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G8, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; wave (7 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Krave Smoke Vape Shop & Convenience is a combined vape/smoke shop and convenience store located in North Vancouver. As a convenience store, it likely stocks snacks, drinks, and everyday essentials that a passing cyclist might need. The shop was verified open as recently as May 2025 via OSM check.

value: Krave Smoke Vape Shop & Convenience


value: 1088 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2R9

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 4m; stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 14m; stands (4 spaces) at 25m; rack (6 spaces) at 36m; stands (8 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 59m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 62m; stands (8 spaces) at 63m; rack (4 spaces) at 64m; rack (6 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 58 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: A 4-star Sheraton property with 733 rooms in downtown Vancouver's Wall Centre complex on Burrard Street. As a major chain hotel, it offers corporate-standard accommodation with a central downtown location convenient to the city's attractions and services.

value: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel

signal: chain 'sheraton'


value: 1070 Kingsway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 30m; wall_loops (12 spaces, covered) at 73m; stands (14 spaces) at 87m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: NeNe Chicken


value: 387 Bernard Ave, Kelowna BC V1Y 6N6

community: Kelowna

value: Deville Coffee Bernard is a specialty coffee chain cafe situated on Bernard Avenue, Kelowna's main downtown thoroughfare and a natural waypoint for cyclists exploring the city core. The chain operates across Western Canada with a focus on quality coffee and a streamlined cafe experience. An order-ahead option makes it a quick stop for riders who want to minimize time off the bike.

value: Deville Coffee Bernard

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: chain operates across Western Canada


value: 800 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster

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

community: New Westminster

value: Chicko Chicken


value: 424 Clearwater Valley Rd, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1

community: Clearwater

value: Hop 'n' Hog Tap & Smokehouse is a seasonal Canadian smokehouse in Clearwater, BC, at the entrance to Wells Gray Provincial Park just off Highway 5. The kitchen specializes in 16-hour alder and birch smoked beef brisket and pulled pork made with locally sourced BC ingredients, influenced by European charcuterie and Kansas BBQ traditions. Ten rotating draft taps pour locally sourced craft ales, lagers, and ciders, making it a substantial refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the North Thompson corridor.

value: Hop 'n' Hog

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Herbivores' category alongside meat-focused sections

signal: Entree/burger mains priced $26–32; starters $14–22

wow_evidence: seasonal Canadian smokehouse at the entrance to Wells Gray Provincial Park... ten rotating draft taps pour locally sourced craft ales


value: 4124 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P7

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; rack (5 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 51m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; rack (5 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 94m; safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 62 spaces.

value: Aperture Coffee Bar is a neighbourhood café located in the Walden Building on Main Street at King Edward, serving espresso drinks, tea, beer, wine, and an all-day food menu of breakfasts, sandwiches, and paninis. Originally established on W. Broadway, it relocated to Main Street where it now hosts a recurring live jazz and roots music series in an intimate back-room venue. The space is designed as an unhurried community gathering spot, making it a comfortable stop for a meal or drink at any point in the day.

value: Aperture Coffee Bar

detail: Menu lists a 'Veggie Panini' (zucchini, red pepper, eggplant, spinach on rosemary focaccia) and a 'Gluten free' bagel option explicitly noted alongside plain and everything bagels


value: 786 22nd Street, West Vancouver, V7V 4B9

blurb: Municipal ice arena with public skating near Ambleside.

community: West Vancouver

value: The West Vancouver Ice Arena is a municipally operated ice rink serving the North Shore community. Located in a residential neighbourhood near Ambleside, it offers public skating and hockey programming. For touring cyclists, it is a publicly accessible recreation facility in a scenic waterfront community.

value: West Vancouver Ice Arena

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal ice rink near the rec centre complex (no cluster annotation — kept as own facility); standard rink ladder. Name formatting artifact.


value: 310 Oliver Street

community: Williams Lake

value: KFC


value: 6336 Bay Street

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 42m; rack at 58m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Baskin-Robbins

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 4949 Canoe Pass Way, Delta

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 27m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Delta

value: Donair Affair

signal: Donair Affair chain; under $15


value: 6719 West Saanich Road, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 96m.

community: Central Saanich

value: Garden Fork is a casual sit-down restaurant in Brentwood Bay serving sandwiches, burgers, and coffee made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, accommodates large groups, and works with guests to meet dietary restrictions. It sits on West Saanich Road, a popular cycling corridor connecting the Saanich Peninsula communities.

value: Garden Fork

detail: Website FAQ: 'Can you accommodate dietary restrictions? Yes, speak with your server and we will always do our best to accommodate!'

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: fresh, locally sourced ingredients... sits on West Saanich Road, a popular cycling corridor


value: 1374 Hunt Road, Whaletown, B.C. V0P 1Z0, Canada

community: Whaletown

value: Gorge Harbour Marina Resort is a 100% Indigenous-owned (Klahoose First Nation) year-round marina and resort perched on the northwest shore of Gorge Harbour on Cortes Island, at the edge of Desolation Sound. It offers full-service RV sites, unique glamping domes, an outdoor pool and hot tub, an on-site general store, and a food truck, making it a well-appointed base for exploring the Discovery Islands. The resort has been recognised with a 2026 Canadian Business Award for Best Coastal Marina & Resort.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

value: Gorge Harbour Marina Resort

origin: manual

wow_evidence: 100% Indigenous-owned (Klahoose First Nation) year-round marina and resort on Cortes Island, at the edge of Desolation Sound


value: 3435 Westsyde Road, Unit 20, Kamloops, BC V2B 7H1

value: Pita Pit is a Canadian fast-casual chain specializing in freshly made pita sandwiches, salads, and rice bowls built from a broad selection of proteins, vegetables, and sauces. This Westsyde Road location in Kamloops sits in a strip-mall unit and offers takeout as well as delivery through third-party apps. The menu includes calorie-labelled signature recipes and a fully customizable build-your-own option, making it a practical stop for cyclists wanting a filling, relatively healthy meal.

value: Pita Pit

detail: Menu page lists 'Spicy Falafel' as a signature recipe (falafel, onion, hot peppers, romaine, tomato, cucumber, pickles, feta, roasted garlic aioli), confirming at least one vegetarian option. Vegan and GF options not explicitly confirmed

signal: chain 'pita pit'

wow_evidence: Canadian fast-casual chain


value: 250 Fort St, Hope, BC V0X 1L0

community: Hope

value: Slumber Lodge is a motel situated in Hope, BC, at the junction of Highway 1 in the Fraser Canyon gateway, making it a natural overnight stop for cyclists traversing southern BC. The property has a website listing rooms and amenities, though specific services are not detailed in available content. Its highway access location positions it conveniently for touring cyclists moving between the Lower Mainland and the Interior.

value: Slumber Lodge

detail: Not contradicted by website content

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: Ten Mile Bay, Fraser Valley, BC V0M 1A0, Canada

washroom_type: pit

community: Hemlock Valley

value: A group site within the new Ten Mile Bay Campground on the west shore of Harrison Lake, reached via roughly 15 km of forest service road; the lakeside setting offers beach access and a relaxed atmosphere, but it is dry camping (no potable water), outhouses only, and the FSR approach will be washboard for a loaded bike.

value: Ten Mile Bay North Group Site

wow_evidence: group_only=yes … dry camping (no potable water), outhouses only


value: 1501 Admirals Road, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 14m; rack (5 spaces) at 29m; rack at 43m; rack (5 spaces) at 60m; rack at 68m; rack at 87m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: View Royal

value: The Appletree Family Restaurant is a long-established regional-cuisine breakfast and lunch spot situated in the Admirals Walk shopping centre in View Royal, just outside Victoria. After more than two decades at Hillside Centre, it relocated to its current larger space in May 2013. It operates as a table-service family restaurant, making it a solid sit-down meal option for cyclists passing through the western Greater Victoria corridor.

value: Apple Tree Family Restaurant

signal: family breakfast/lunch restaurant; ~$14-20pp

wow_evidence: long-established regional-cuisine breakfast and lunch spot … more than two decades at Hillside Centre


value: 396 Nimpkish Drive, Gold River, V0P 1G0

blurb: Gold River's small library, one of the town's few public amenities.

community: Gold River

value: The Gold River branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library is a small public library situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Mowachaht and Muchalaht First Nations, first opened in 1967 and operating at its current location since December 1992. It is one of the few public amenities in this remote Vancouver Island community and offers free WiFi and public computers to all visitors. For touring cyclists moving through Gold River, it serves as a connectivity and rest point in a town with limited services.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Gold River Library Branch

wow_evidence: Small remote branch; ordinary library band.


value: 2447 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, V5K 1Y8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 12m; rack (7 spaces) at 85m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Mercado Bakery & Panadéria is a Mexican bakery and café on East Hastings Street serving traditional pan dulce — conchas, churros, tamales, and tortas — alongside café de olla and espresso drinks. It is one of several Lower Mainland locations operated by the Originals Mexicano restaurant group, with the Hastings branch positioned near the Hastings & Nanaimo intersection in East Vancouver. Cyclists passing through East Van will find grab-and-go pastries and sandwiches well suited for a quick refuel on the road.

value: Mercado


value: 10108 Nordel Court, V4G 1J7


value: 5440 Argyle Street Unit 6, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 38m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Port Alberni

value: All Mex'd Up is a taco-focused Mexican takeout shop in Port Alberni's Alberni Valley, serving freshly made tacos — beef, chicken, pork, and vegetarian — alongside homemade salsas and fresh toppings. The kitchen emphasizes locally-sourced, made-from-scratch preparation with a modern twist on authentic Mexican flavours. Craft beers and cocktails are also available, making it a lively stop for cyclists coming through central Vancouver Island.

value: All Mexed Up

detail: Website menu section states 'We offer a wide variety of dishes to suit all tastes, including vegetarian, Vegan, And gluten free options.'

signal: Taco shop, takeout, no menu prices—taqueria format


value: 3096 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 84m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 85m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Shiro Japanese Restaurant is a sushi and Japanese cuisine spot on Cambie Street in Vancouver, offering a broad menu spanning nigiri, sashimi, maki rolls, tempura, donburi, and noodles. The restaurant supports online ordering with pickup ready in 30–45 minutes, making it a practical stop for cyclists wanting a quick, satisfying Japanese meal on a key Vancouver cycling corridor.

value: Shiro Japanese Restaurant

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vege Roll' category alongside other vegetarian-compatible items such as Kappa Roll (cucumber) and Yam Roll

signal: Most mains $18–35; casual sushi counter with online ordering


community: Tumbler Ridge

value: A free 7-site forest rec site on the Wapiti River in remote northern BC, reached by 25 km of forest service road; no confirmed facilities or water on site.

value: Wapiti River Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 1028 Cranbrook Street North, Cranbrook, BC V1C 3S3

community: Cranbrook

value: Mr. Mikes is a Canadian casual steakhouse chain founded in 1960, serving premium steaks, burgers, pastas, and shareable appetizers in a relaxed, unpretentious setting the brand calls 'SteakhouseCasual.' The Cranbrook location on Cranbrook Street North welcomes walk-ins and reservations, and positions itself as a gathering spot for both locals and travellers. A daily happy hour and a full takeout and delivery service make it a flexible stop for cyclists needing a proper sit-down meal or a meal to go.

value: Mr Mikes


value: 366 Campbell St, Tofino, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 60m; stands (6 spaces) at 75m. Total: 12 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: no

category: Bike Services

community: Tofino

value: The Candy Jar is a locally owned Tofino shop operating since 2010 that blends a retro candy store and Island Farms ice cream parlour with a bike and scooter rental service. Cyclists and visitors can rent cruiser bikes, electric bikes, or electric scooters to explore the Tofino-Ucluelet Multi-Use Trail, with suggested routes ranging from a short 8 km return to Tacofino all the way to an 80 km return trip to Ucluelet. It is a convenient one-stop for a touring cyclist wanting a sweet treat and a rental for a day ride.

value: The Candy Jar

detail: Rents Cruiser Bikes, Electric Bikes, and Electric Scooters; website states 'more than enough to cater for large groups' — confirmed on /bike-rentals subpage

subcategory: Rentals

wow_evidence: locally owned Tofino shop operating since 2010 ... rent cruiser bikes, electric bikes, or electric scooters


value: 5633 176th Street, Cloverdale, BC

community: Surrey

value: Hawthorne Beer Market & Bistro is Cloverdale's original craft beer house, established in 2014 and proudly 100% Canadian owned. The pub pours an extensive rotating lineup of BC and Pacific Northwest craft beers on tap alongside bottles and cans sourced from around the world, with a full food menu including burgers, nachos, and seasonal specials. Part of the Pacific Northcoast Restaurant Group, it welcomes both reservations and walk-ins seven days a week.

value: Hawthorne Beer Market & Bistro

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: Cloverdale's original craft beer house, established in 2014… Part of the Pacific Northcoast Restaurant Group


value: 8671 Number 1 Road

community: Richmond

value: A&W


value: 2345 Belchrome Forest Service Rd, Bridesville, BC V0H 1Y0, Canada

community: Camp McKinney

value: Jolly Beach Campground


value: 1184 Denman St #203, Vancouver, BC V6G 2M9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (5 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (6 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Lucky Sushi Co. is a sit-down sushi restaurant in Vancouver's West End, founded by someone who arrived in Canada in the early 2000s and spent years mastering the craft in a small family-run restaurant. The menu draws on traditional Japanese sushi technique with a modern, retro-inspired atmosphere emphasizing warm rice and top-quality fish. The restaurant is located on the second floor of a Denman Street building, accessed via stairs next to a Starbucks.

value: Lucky Sushi Company

signal: family sushi, retro; ~$15-25pp


value: 740 Burdett Ave, Victoria BC, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (20 spaces, covered) at 78m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Established in 2008, Clive's Classic Lounge is Victoria's longest-standing cocktail bar, located on the lobby level of the Chateau Victoria Hotel and named in honour of the hotel's founder, Clive Piercy. The bar has earned seven nominations for Canada's Best International Hotel Bar at the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards and is known for its rotating seasonal cocktail menu, one of Victoria's largest whisky collections, and a food program built around locally-sourced small plates and sharing platters. The intimate, speakeasy-style space features commissioned artwork and trophy fish that reflect the legacy of the outdoorsman it honours.

value: Clive's Classic Lounge

signal: amenity=bar


value: 888 Canada Games Way, Prince George, V2L 5T6

blurb: Prince George's downtown library on Canada Games Way.

community: Prince George

value: The Bob Harkins Branch is the downtown flagship of the Prince George Public Library, a non-profit municipal library serving approximately 700 people daily in its three-storey building on Canada Games Way. It offers public internet access, community event programming, a Knowledge Garden, and accessible spaces including study rooms. For a touring cyclist, it makes a practical downtown rest stop with free wifi and washroom access in the heart of Prince George.

value: Bob Harkins Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

detail: Event accessibility info on website states 'Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby' within the branch

wow_evidence: Downtown flagship library; ordinary library band.


community: Golden

value: The Rockwater Grill & Bar is a full-service restaurant and entertainment venue in Golden, BC, with both a riverside patio and a rooftop patio along the Columbia Valley. It bills itself as the region's premier nightlife spot, hosting weekly live music spanning folk, punk rock, DJs, and comedy in a 360-person room. Touring cyclists finishing a day at Kicking Horse or in the Rockies will find a broad menu of hand-crafted food and cocktails in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

value: Rock Water Grill & Bar

detail: Menu lists 'VEGAN SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP' (cashew base) and 'crispy tofu' as a salad add-on, confirming vegan options

signal: live-music grill & bar, apps $22-24; ~$20-32pp


value: Seaview Pl, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0, Canada

community: Bowen Island

value: Seaview Cottage is an Airbnb-listed guest house situated at Cates Hill on Bowen Island, a small island community in Howe Sound reached by BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. Bowen Island's relatively quiet roads and scenic coastal terrain make it a popular cycling destination, with the compact Snug Cove village—including a grocery store and pub—near the ferry terminal. The property is tagged in OpenStreetMap as a guest house, though no details about its layout, capacity, or cyclist-specific facilities could be verified from the available sources.

value: Seaview Cottage

signal: Bowen Airbnb cottage, no rate visible; island cottages typically ~$180-250

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: residential Airbnb short-term rental cottage with no verified cyclist-specific amenities


value: 4999 BC-93, Radium Hot Springs, BC V0A 1M0, Canada

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Apple Tree Inn is a family-owned, ground-level motel in Radium Hot Springs at the edge of the Rocky Mountains, offering 1- and 2-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchenettes. It is pet-friendly and positioned within walking distance of the town's restaurants and shops, with the Radium Hot Pools just two minutes away. Guest reviews highlight attentive ownership and clean, affordable rooms that suit both solo travellers and family groups.

value: Apple Tree Inn

detail: Website states the inn is 'very close to... restaurants'


value: 11956 207 St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 1X6

community: Maple Ridge

value: Maple Leaf Indian Cuisine is a family-owned Indian restaurant in Maple Ridge serving fresh, homemade curries and tandoori dishes made with authentic Indian spices. The space features casual dining alongside a contemporary bar that doubles as an event venue for parties and celebrations. The restaurant operates a second location in Surrey, suggesting an established local presence.

value: Maple Leaf Indian Cuisine

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'MORE VEGETARIAN SPECIALS' section including Dal Makhani, Chana Masala, Palak Paneer, Mutter Paneer, and Shahi Paneer; appetizer section also includes Veg Samosa, Vegetable Pakora, Chilli Paneer, and Veg Noodles

signal: family Indian, apps $1.49-15.99, bar; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: operates a second location in Surrey


bike_access: hard

community: Manning Park

value: Hike-in backcountry lakeside camp deep in E.C. Manning Park's Cascade Mountain wilderness, accessible only on foot (more than 1 km from any road); a permit ($5/person/night) is required and no cellphone service exists in the park.

value: Strike Lake Campground


value: 1517 West Broadway

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (8 spaces) at 36m; rack (7 spaces) at 37m; rack (7 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; rack (5 spaces) at 92m. Total: 35 spaces.

value: Dose Espresso Bar is a cafe located on West Broadway in Vancouver. It serves the local community and cyclists passing through the neighborhood.

value: Dose Espresso Bar

subcategory: Café / Coffee


community: Trail

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 16033 108 Avenue, Surrey, V4N 1P2

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


label: rainbow trout fishing

months: May June

community: Ashcroft

value: A free rec site on a popular rainbow-trout lake near Ashcroft, with 15 vehicle-camping units spread across three areas and a boat launch that can flood at high water; no water or washroom details are stated.

value: Barnes Lake Recreation Site - North End


value: 2095 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, V5N 4A9

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Apollo's Restaurant is a Greek-inspired brunch and dinner destination on Commercial Drive, one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors. The menu blends classic Hellenic dishes—Saganaki, Paidakia, Moussaka, and house-made Spanakopita—with West Coast brunch staples like Fried Chicken Waffles and Stuffed French Toast. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the restaurant holds a full liquor licence with a robust cocktail and wine list.

value: Apollos's

detail: Menu explicitly lists Vegan Omelette (brunch), Moussaka Vegetarian (dinner), and Gluten Free Spanakopita (dinner starter)

signal: Main/brunch entrees $18–22, dinner apps/mains $13–20, cocktails $10–15


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 45m; bollard (2 spaces) at 59m; stands at 98m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Save-On-Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 10480 Youbou Rd, Youbou, BC V0R 3E1, Canada

community: Youbou

value: Youbou General Store


value: 837 Main St, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R1

community: Okanagan Falls

value: Rise and Shine Coffee House is listed in OSM as a café in Penticton, BC. No independent website or contact information has been confirmed for the Penticton location, as the discovered URL resolves to a same-named but unrelated business in Cornell, Wisconsin.

value: Rise & Shine Coffee House

signal: amenity=cafe


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 58m; rack at 90m.

community: New Westminster

value: Safeway


value: 1502 Highway 97 (South), Prince George, BC V2L 5L9

value: The Carmel Inn is a renovated motel in the heart of central Prince George offering a range of room types from standard queens and kings to family suites and jacuzzi suites, all with kitchenette facilities. The property includes an adjoining full-service restaurant — the Carmel Restaurant — making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through or based in Prince George. The inn has a long history of hosting travellers on Highway 97, a major north-south touring route through British Columbia's interior.

value: Carmel Inn

detail: On-site Carmel Restaurant offers daily service and a Prime Rib buffet Friday and Saturday evenings; fully licensed

signal: renovated motel with kitchenettes + diner, central PG; $110-140


label: long summer days

months: June July August

community: Montague Harbour

value: Vehicle-accessible BC Parks campground on Galiano Island in the southern Gulf Islands, set among shell-midden beaches, tidal lagoons, old forest, and 130+ bird species; reaching it requires a BC Ferries crossing to Sturdies Bay followed by a 10 km signed ride on Montague Park Road.

value: Montague Harbour Campground - Vehicle

wow_evidence: shell-midden beaches, tidal lagoons, old forest... BC Provincial Park on Galiano Island


value: Heritage Place Park, Railway Avenue, Ashcroft, BC

blurb: Preserved 1962 Wabco Haulpak mining truck on roadside display in Ashcroft.

value: A 1962 Wabco 50-ton Haulpak mining truck preserved as an outdoor static display in Ashcroft, British Columbia, representing the region's industrial and copper-mining heritage. At roughly 50 tonnes capacity, these massive haul trucks were workhorses of mid-twentieth-century open-pit mining operations. It functions as a roadside heritage landmark and photo opportunity rather than a staffed attraction.

facet_confidence: low

theme: landmark

google_place_id: ChIJwTXNZABHgFQRWLKJNbbK-eY

value: Wabco 50T Haulpak Mining Truck

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: Flickr photo page only; no visitor attraction, museum, or admission info

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Static 1962 mining haul truck display; roadside photo curiosity a rung below the Titan-class giants.


value: 4700 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 25m; stands at 32m; stands at 56m.

community: Burnaby

value: Tim Hortons


value: 2420 Clearbrook Road, V2T 2X8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 44m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Moxy Convenience Store is a neighbourhood convenience shop located on Clearbrook Road in Abbotsford. For touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley, it offers a stop for grab-and-go supplies typical of a convenience format. The store's Instagram handle suggests an active local presence, though detailed amenity information is not publicly accessible online.

value: Moxy Convenience Store


value: 78 Wharf St., Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G8

blurb: Gallery of Coast Salish and Squamish art in Nanaimo, decades in the making.

value: Canadian Indigenous Art Inc. is a gallery dedicated to promoting the artwork of Coast Salish and Squamish Nation artists, offering one of the largest collections of West Coast Indigenous and Aboriginal art in Canada. Founded in 1999 by collector Maike Marnet, who spent over thirty years building relationships with local Indigenous artists, the gallery carries original paintings, wood carvings, masks, totem poles, sculptures, and jewellery. The Nanaimo gallery recently relocated to 78 Wharf St., a waterfront address that makes it a natural stop for cyclists exploring downtown Nanaimo.

theme: art-culture

value: Canadian Indigenous Art

signal: Gallery with public hours; no admission price mentioned

wow_evidence: Gallery with one of Canada's largest Coast Salish and Squamish art collections, built over 30 years of artist relationships.


value: #150 - 11700 Cambie Road, Richmond, BC V6X 1L5

community: Richmond

value: Continental Seafood Restaurant is a long-established Cantonese restaurant in Richmond with over 20 years of operation, housed in a spacious 12,000 sq ft dining room capable of hosting events for up to 600 guests. The menu spans traditional dim sum served from trolley carts, seafood, and rice and noodle dishes from multiple Chinese provinces, with set dinners popular for groups. Touring cyclists stopping here will find a full-service restaurant with takeout service and a lively atmosphere including nightly live entertainment and a dance floor.

value: Continental Seafood Restaurant

detail: Website states under Chinese Dishes: 'we won't forget vegeterian [sic] dishes'

signal: Cantonese dim sum/seafood, easy budget; ~$16-28pp

detail: Not explicitly mentioned on website but consistent with a large 600-guest full-service restaurant venue

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 8100 Ackroyd Road, Unit 175, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (14 spaces) at 41m; rack at 53m; rack at 68m; rack at 80m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Big Way Hot Pot is a growing self-serve hot pot chain with a Richmond Ackroyd location offering over 100 fresh ingredients and more than 18 broths and dry mixes. Diners choose their own broth — from Signature Mala to Tomato to Tom Yum — and cook their own selection of premium meats, seafood, and vegetables at the table. The restaurant has indoor seating only and is part of a rapidly expanding BC-and-beyond brand with locations across the Lower Mainland, Ontario, and California.

value: Big Way Hot Pot

detail: Website menu page lists the Tomato Broth with explicit label 'Vegan Option Available' (noted twice on the front page and menu page)

signal: individual self-serve hot pot chain; ~$25-35pp


value: 1420 Wingrove Street, Nanaimo, V9S 3L7

value: A cafe in Nanaimo offering Korean beef, coffee, and bubble tea. With outdoor seating and to-go options available, it's a convenient stop for cycling tourists seeking refreshment.

value: Felice Cafe


value: 3233 Saint Edwards Drive, Richmond

value: Moxie's

signal: chain 'moxie'


bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands at 14m; stands (6 spaces) at 39m; stands (6 spaces) at 41m; stands (4 spaces) at 46m; stands (4 spaces) at 48m; stands (4 spaces) at 63m; stands (6 spaces) at 68m; stands (6 spaces) at 69m; stands at 75m; stands at 82m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: A McDonald's fast food restaurant located in North Vancouver, BC, offering burgers, chicken sandwiches, wraps, McCafé beverages, and quick takeout service. As a well-known chain stop, it can serve touring cyclists as a resupply point along the North Shore. The corporate website provides no location-specific details about this outlet.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 126 Davie Street, Vancovuer

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 43m; stands (7 spaces) at 77m; stands (3 spaces) at 95m; stands (5 spaces) at 98m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Artigiano is a pioneering Vancouver specialty coffee chain with over 25 years in BC's coffee culture, now operating 25 locations across BC and Alberta. The Davie Street location is one of the brand's Cafe Bar outposts, offering locally roasted 100% Arabica espresso drinks alongside cocktails, fresh sourdough pizzas, and light Italian bites in the evenings. The brand is known for internationally award-winning barista craft and house-made baked goods sourced from organic and seasonal ingredients.

value: Cafe Artigiano

wow_evidence: 25 locations across BC and Alberta


community: Torrent

value: A remote log cabin deep in the Kootenay backcountry, renovated and maintained by the Windermere Valley Snowmobile Society as a base for alpine snowmobiling and hiking; overnight use may not be available, and the site sits at the end of roughly 38 km of forest service road.

value: Doctor Creek Cabin Recreation Site

wow_evidence: 38 km of forest service road ... overnight use may not be available


value: 1199 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 2R1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 92m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Panago is a Canadian pizza chain franchise offering delivery and takeout only, with no dine-in seating at this downtown Vancouver location. The menu emphasizes quality ingredients including antibiotic-free chicken and pork, organic tomato sauce, and daily-fresh dough, with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-smart options available. For a touring cyclist, this is a convenient fuel stop for hot pizza and sides in the West End neighbourhood.

value: Panago

detail: OSM:; website is structured entirely around delivery and takeout ordering with no dine-in option

detail: Website states 'vegan, vegetarian and gluten-smart options'

signal: chain 'panago'

wow_evidence: takeout-only Panago Pizza franchise


community: Surrey

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: 8580 Cambie Rd. #103, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (covered) at 69m.

value: L'OTUS Cake Boutique is an artisan cake shop specializing in handcrafted crepe cakes, chiffon layer cakes, cheesecakes, and gelato with Asian-inspired flavour profiles such as matcha yuzu and mango sticky rice. It operates on a pre-order pickup model, so cyclists planning a stop should order in advance. The boutique offers a distinctive selection of visually elaborate celebration cakes that would make an unusual but memorable mid-tour treat.

value: L'OTUS Cake Boutique

signal: pre-order cake boutique; per-person dessert spend under $15


value: 2565 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, BC V3H 4E2

community: Coquitlam

value: Pappa Leo's Pizza is a locally-founded Lower Mainland chain started in 2003 by two brothers, now spanning 7 locations including this Barnet Highway outpost — one of two in Coquitlam. The kitchen makes dough fresh daily and sources quality toppings, earning multiple best-pizza awards across the region. Touring cyclists will find a full pizza menu plus sides like wings, lasagna, and Caesar salad, with gluten-free crust on offer.

value: Pappa Leo's Pizza

detail: Website explicitly states 'We also offer gluten free pizza crust options.'

wow_evidence: locally-founded Lower Mainland chain started in 2003 by two brothers, now spanning 7 locations ... multiple best-pizza awards across the region


value: 529 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; stands (8 spaces) at 20m; rack at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (16 spaces) at 53m; rack at 54m; stands at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (14 spaces) at 65m; stands (12 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 58 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Shanzee's Biscuit Café is a Victoria brunch spot run by chef and owner Shannon Stead, celebrated for homemade biscuits and gravy and inventive flavour combinations developed at the Carnarvon concession. Voted one of Canada's top 100 places to eat on Yelp, it offers both hearty comfort dishes and vegan-friendly options. Located in Victoria's Old Town area on Pandora Avenue, the café features outdoor seating.

value: Shanzee's Biscuit Café

detail: Press page customer review states: 'The Vegan mushroom gravy is a must even if you're not a Vegan.'

detail: Not explicitly


value: 339-4820 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 36m; rack (10 spaces) at 57m; rack (6 spaces) at 80m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Togo Sushi is a BC-based quick-service sushi chain offering fresh rolls and Japanese staples strictly for takeout, with no dine-in seating. This location sits inside Metropolis at Metrotown mall on Level 1, making it a convenient grab-and-go stop for cyclists passing through the Kingsway corridor. The chain operates multiple Lower Mainland locations and accepts online orders through its website and app.

value: Togo Sushi

wow_evidence: BC-based quick-service sushi chain... multiple Lower Mainland locations


value: 1001 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 62m; stands (6 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Nautical Nellies Steak & Seafood House has anchored Victoria's Inner Harbour waterfront since 1997, founded by Jeff and Betty Furneaux from Newfoundland with a focus on warm hospitality and premium ingredients. The restaurant is known for Ocean Wise-certified Pacific seafood, prime-aged steaks including a signature tomahawk, hand-rolled sushi, and daily brunch, served from a heated harbour-view patio or a cozy interior with original artwork by co-owner Jeff Furneaux. A live lobster and crab tank, an oyster bar with fresh shucking, and a Wine Spectator award-winning list of 165+ wines round out an experience that places it firmly among Victoria's most celebrated dining destinations.

value: Nautical Nellies Steak & Seafood House

signal: Wine Spectator award, premium oysters, 165+ wines, aged prime beef positioning

wow_evidence: Wine Spectator award-winning list of 165+ wines... anchored Victoria's Inner Harbour waterfront since 1997


value: 196 Southeast Marine Drive, Vancouver, V5X 2S3

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

value: Triple-O's is a BC-born premium quick-service burger chain and sibling brand to White Spot, with roots tracing back to 1928 and now spanning 70 locations across BC, Alberta, and Ontario. This South Vancouver outpost is co-located with a Chevron gas station on Southeast Marine Drive and offers drive-thru service alongside takeout and delivery. The menu centres on fresh Canadian beef burgers with the chain's signature Triple 'O' sauce, hand-scooped milkshakes, and thick-cut Kennebec fries.

value: Triple-O's


value: 1119 Pacific Rim Hwy, Tofino, BC

community: Tofino

value: Browns Socialhouse Tofino is a casual full-service chain restaurant located within the Best Western Tin Wis Resort on the Pacific Rim Highway, serving regional and American cuisine. Part of the Browns Restaurant Group with dozens of locations across BC and Alberta, the Tofino outpost sits on the main highway corridor into town, making it a natural stop for cyclists arriving or departing the area. The restaurant acknowledges it rests on the ancestral and traditional lands of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation.

value: Browns Socialhouse

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


community: Dot

value: Tiny 4-site rec site on a remote lake southwest of Merritt, drawing anglers and hunters willing to tackle a rough forest service road; the last 2 km over a washed-out cut-block road requires high clearance and makes it a non-starter for a loaded touring bike.

value: Gordon Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: non-starter for a loaded touring bike


value: 1470 5th Avenue, Valemount, V0E 2Z0

community: Valemount

value: Alpine Inn is a motel in Valemount, a small community on the Yellowhead Highway in central BC. It provides overnight accommodation to travelers passing through this region and may serve as a stopping point for touring cyclists.

value: Alpine Inn

signal: bare motel, no chain


blurb: Penticton's community centre with public pool and fitness room.

community: Penticton

value: The Penticton Community Centre is a City of Penticton–operated public facility offering a pool and fitness room to residents and visitors in the South Okanagan. As a full-service municipal rec centre, it has the potential to serve touring cyclists needing showers or a place to freshen up mid-route. Penticton sits at the heart of several major cycling corridors including the Kettle Valley Rail Trail.

value: Penticton Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal rec centre with pool and fitness room; after-ride band in a major cycling hub town.


value: 19150 Lougheed Highway, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2H6

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Save-On-Foods


community: Prince George

value: Tim Hortons

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


value: 4331 North Road

value: Pizza maru


value: 8811 River Road, Richmond, BC V6X 3P8

value: Miku Richmond is an upscale Japanese restaurant specializing in Aburi cuisine — traditional sushi elevated with contemporary sauces and live-flame searing — located on the third level of River Rock Casino Resort along the Fraser River waterfront. Part of the award-winning Miku group that has pioneered Aburi cuisine in North America since 2008, the Richmond location emphasizes locally sourced B.C. produce alongside fine Japanese ingredients and a private dining program. It opened in early 2026 as Miku's newest outpost.

value: Miku Richmond

signal: upscale aburi Japanese (Miku), award-winning; ~$40-65pp


value: 455 Beach Road

community: Sandspit

value: Northern Shores Lodging and Catering is a hotel and catering operation situated at 455 Beach Road in the North Coast & Haida Gwaii region of British Columbia. Operating in one of the most remote and sparsely serviced stretches of the BC coast, it represents a rare accommodation option for touring cyclists making their way through this area. The combined lodging and catering offering suggests on-site food service may be available.

value: Northern Shores Lodging and Catering

signal: no price evidence; remote Sandspit lodging/catering operation, keep default


value: 2896 Drinkwater Road, Duncan, BC V9L 2C6

blurb: The Cowichan Valley's visitor centre on the Trans-Canada in Duncan.

community: North Cowichan

value: The Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre is operated by the Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce and serves as the primary tourism information hub for the Cowichan Valley region. Staffed by accredited travel counsellors, it helps visitors discover local experiences including hiking, biking, kayaking, whale-watching, and the Cowichan wine trail. Located on the Trans-Canada Highway adjacent to the BC Forest Discovery Centre, it also stocks local artisanal products and regional merchandise.

value: Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre

signal: regional visitor centre, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Chamber-run regional VC beside the Forest Discovery Centre; VC anchor band.


value: 1691 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 16m; stands (4 spaces) at 21m; anchors (4 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; wall_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 42m; wall_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 42m; stands (5 spaces) at 61m; stands (12 spaces) at 76m; loops (4 spaces) at 98m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Pho Quynh Express is a Vietnamese quick-service restaurant chain in Vancouver specializing in pho, vermicelli bowls, and rice dishes with grilled lemongrass meats. The brand operates multiple downtown locations and offers online ordering with pickup. The 1691 Main Street node in OSM does not appear on the brand's own website, raising questions about its current operating status.

value: Pho Quynh Express

signal: Pho/noodle shop, mains $16–20 CAD, casual dining

wow_evidence: operates multiple downtown locations


value: 1275 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver, V6Z 2R6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: A Japanese restaurant located in downtown Vancouver with both indoor and outdoor seating options. Offers casual dining for touring cyclists seeking a substantial meal break.

value: Ki Isu Japanese Restaurant

signal: Japanese dine-in; ~$15-25pp


value: 4 F Br Rd, Nanaimo Lakes, BC V9R 1L5, Canada

community: East Wellington

value: A Mosaic Forest Management campsite on central Vancouver Island near Nanaimo, likely set in second-growth timber company lands; amenities and road surface are unconfirmed from available sources, so verify access before routing.

value: Old Mill Campsite


value: 2101 Tweedie Avenue, Houston

community: Houston

value: BV Foods is a supermarket in Houston, a small community in north-central British Columbia. It provides groceries and local supplies to residents and traveling cyclists passing through the region.

value: BV Foods


value: 1825 Comox Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1P9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 38m; stands (6 spaces) at 48m; stands (4 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 52m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: The Como Hotel is a newly opened 32-room boutique hotel in Vancouver's West End, a few minutes' walk from Stanley Park and English Bay. It offers complimentary e-bike loans to guests and dedicated bike, ski, and luggage storage alongside private secured underground parking. The mix of studio and multi-bedroom kitchen suites makes it a practical and comfortable base for touring cyclists exploring the city.

value: The Como Hotel

detail: Room descriptions list a 'USB-C outlet' as standard in all suites

detail: Website explicitly lists 'Bike, ski and luggage storage' as a hotel amenity

detail: Website describes the hotel as 'Surrounded by eateries and bars'

signal: new 32-room boutique with e-bike loans, West End; $250-330

detail: Website lists 'Bike, ski and luggage storage' as a named hotel amenity and separately highlights 'Private secured underground parking'

wow_evidence: complimentary e-bikes during their stay... Bike, ski and luggage storage


value: #17-1533 Estevan Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9R 5E2

community: Nanaimo

value: Charlie Brown's Health Foods is a family-owned local institution in Nanaimo, operating since 1971 and voted Best Health Food Store in the area. Located in a unit at 1533 Estevan Rd, it offers alternative and holistic health products and groceries. Touring cyclists looking to stock up on natural foods or specialty health items in Nanaimo will find this a long-established community staple.

value: Charlie Brown's Health Foods

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 1361 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6E 1C6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (5 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: The Tropicana Suite Hotel is a hotel located on Robson Street in downtown Vancouver. As a suite-style hotel in a central location, it offers accommodation to touring cyclists, though specific bike storage and cyclist-oriented amenities could not be verified.

value: Tropicana Suite Hotel

signal: older suite hotel on Robson; $160-210


community: North Vancouver

value: Grouse Grind Coffee Bar is a café within the Grouse Mountain resort in North Vancouver, named after the famous Grouse Grind hiking trail that draws thousands of visitors to the area. The resort also hosts the Grouse Bike Park — a lift-accessed mountain bike park — making this a natural stop for cyclists in the area. It sits within a busy outdoor recreation hub that includes gondola access, wildlife habitats, and multiple dining venues.

value: Grouse Grind Coffee Bar

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Nechako Residence Building, 1255 International Mews, Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: Orchard Convenience is UBC Okanagan's campus convenience store, situated on the main floor of Nechako Residence steps from the Student Housing Desk. It stocks grab-and-go snacks, basic groceries, household essentials, hygiene products, and coffee, serving the campus community during the academic year. Cyclists passing through the UBCO campus would find it a handy stop for quick provisions, though it operates on a student-term schedule and closes each summer.

value: Orchard Convenience Store

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: UBC Okanagan's campus convenience store... closure from Apr 25 – Sept 1


value: 16030 24 Avenue, Unit 130, Surrey, BC

value: An Indian curry restaurant in Surrey offering dine-in service. A casual dining option for touring cyclists seeking a meal stop.

value: Curry Lounge

signal: Indian curry dine-in; ~$15-24pp