value: 1535 Barcalow Road, Kitwanga, V0J 2A0

label: salmon & steelhead run

months: August September October

community: Kitwanga

value: A privately-run riverside campground sitting directly on the Kitwanga River, right off the Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37), with the class 2 steelhead and salmon river flowing through the property and full amenities including showers, laundry, and device charging — a rare resupply on a remote northern corridor.

value: Kitwanga River RV Campground

subcategory: Private Campground


category: Food & Drink

community: Vanderhoof

source: osm

value: KFC

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'kfc'

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: info


source: enrichment

value: 2721 James Street, Duncan, BC V9L 2Y1

community: North Cowichan

value: Guangzhou Garden is an authentic Chinese restaurant in Duncan, BC, serving traditional dishes including dim sum, dumplings, and wonton soup prepared without MSG. The dining room seats up to 125 people, making it a practical stop for cycling clubs or larger tour groups passing through the Cowichan Valley. A weekly lunch and dinner buffet runs Tuesday through Sunday alongside regular dine-in, takeout, and delivery options.

value: Guangzhou Garden

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

signal: Chinese buffet/dim sum, great prices, seats 125; ~$16-24pp

source: judgement

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: dining room seats up to 125 people... weekly lunch and dinner buffet runs Tuesday through Sunday


community: Vancouver

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains


bike_access: easy

character: utilitarian

energy: neutral

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

season: summer

category: Camping

community: North Galiano

source: camping

value: A campground in the Chemainus area of Vancouver Island; no page content was retrievable from the linked URL (Dionisio Point Provincial Park, Galiano Island), so details on setting, amenities, and access remain unconfirmed.

value: Sandstone Campground

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 4360 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P9

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 57m; stands (10 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; wall_loops (2 spaces, covered) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: A family-owned Vancouver institution serving classic English-style fish and chips since 1965, Cockney Kings fries in beef tallow for a distinctly traditional British flavour and offers cod, haddock, snapper, salmon, and halibut. The Main Street Mount Pleasant location is the newest in the chain, opened in early 2026 by the same family that has run the brand for decades. Dine-in and takeout are both available, with online ordering supported directly through the website.

value: Cockney Kings Fish and Chips

detail: FAQ confirms gluten-friendly options (grilled/steamed fish, salads, corn tortilla fish tacos) with shared-fryer caveat, and vegetarian-suitable salads and sides; deep-fried items including chips use beef tallow so are not vegan

confidence: medium

tier: welcoming


value: 3201 Shelbourne Street

category: Groceries

community: Saanich

value: Liquor Plus

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 6118 Fraser Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; rack (4 spaces) at 42m; rack (4 spaces) at 44m; stands (3 spaces) at 46m; rack (3 spaces) at 56m; stands (3 spaces) at 59m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 70m. Total: 29 spaces.

value: Proud Pinoy Grocery Store is a Filipino-specialty supermarket on Fraser Street in Vancouver. It provides groceries and provisions to local shoppers.

value: Proud Pinoy Grocery Store

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 3311 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5M 2A1

value: Sushi High is a casual Japanese restaurant on East Broadway at the border of Vancouver and Burnaby, recently under new management and specializing in fresh, innovative sushi. It offers indoor dine-in seating in a relaxed neighbourhood setting. Online ordering for takeout is available via its website, making it a potential quick stop for cyclists moving through the area.

value: Sushi High

detail: Website prominently features an 'Online Order-Desktop Only' link, confirming takeout/online ordering is offered

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

wow_evidence: recently under new management


value: 198 Ellis Street, Penticton, BC V2A 4L5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (14 spaces) at 33m; rack at 54m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Penticton

value: Cannery Brewing is a craft brewery founded in 2000, housed in the historic Old Aylmer Fruit and Vegetable Cannery building in Penticton. Their taproom pours a rotating lineup of house-made craft beers alongside a food menu and a seasonal outdoor backyard space. The brewery has ties to the local cycling community, with the Penticton & Area Cycling Association (PACA) credited on their About page.

value: Cannery Brewing

signal: brewery taproom, casual food menu; ~$16-26pp

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 878 Government Street, Victoria, V8W 0G5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (20 spaces) at 38m; rack (12 spaces) at 61m; stands (8 spaces) at 78m; rack at 84m. Total: 40 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Cold Cones is an ice cream shop situated on Victoria's Government Street, the city's main tourist and cycling corridor linking the Inner Harbour to the legislature and beyond. Its central location makes it a natural stop for cyclists exploring downtown Victoria. The OSM record lists 24/7 hours, which may indicate an automated kiosk or vending-style setup rather than a staffed shop.

value: Cold Cones

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 42m; stands (10 spaces) at 44m; rack (9 spaces) at 50m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 94m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Kinton Ramen

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 400 Fernhill Road, Miners Bay, Mayne Island, BC

community: Mayne Island

value: Springwater Lodge is a pub located on what appears to be Mayne Island in British Columbia's Gulf Islands, based on its coordinates and Facebook URL. As a pub on a Gulf Islands ferry route, it would likely serve as a natural stop for cycle tourists travelling between islands. No additional detail about the venue could be confirmed due to the Facebook page being inaccessible during prefetch.

value: Springwater Lodge

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 2202 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 16m; rack (5 spaces) at 28m; rack (5 spaces) at 33m; rack (5 spaces) at 34m; rack (18 spaces) at 36m; rack (5 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; rack (5 spaces) at 58m; stands (6 spaces) at 79m; rack (5 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 63 spaces.

value: Snack Pack Ice Cream is an ice cream shop on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, a busy cycling corridor connecting downtown to UBC. The business maintains an Instagram presence under @snackpackvancouver, consistent with artisan or independent dessert shops common to the area. Its location on a high-traffic cycling route makes it a natural rest stop for touring cyclists passing through.

value: Snack Pack Ice Cream


value: 1555 Yew Street, Vancouver, V6K 3E5

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (5 spaces) at 69m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: VIVA Cafe & Bakery is a community-rooted café and bakery that has been serving the Kitsilano neighbourhood since 2002, located steps from Kitsilano Beach. The shop is known for specialty espresso sourced from boutique Canadian roasters and for house-made pastries crafted fresh each morning by two in-house pastry chefs. A recent renovation introduced a new space that blends contemporary coffee culture with the café's long-standing community traditions.

value: Viva Cafe & Bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 5510 Cambie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 14m; rack at 33m; rack (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Anna's Cake House is a family-owned Hong Kong-style bakery founded in 1974 by Anna, Ronald, and Kathleen Cheung, now celebrating 50 years as a community institution in Greater Vancouver. The Oakridge location on Cambie Street is one of four outlets across the region, offering made-to-order fresh cakes and classic Hong Kong-style buns baked daily with Canadian butter and cream and no artificial additives. Cyclists passing through the Cambie corridor will find a well-loved neighbourhood stop for a sweet, freshly baked treat.

value: Anna's Cake House

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: family-owned Hong Kong-style bakery founded in 1974... celebrating 50 years as a community institution in Greater Vancouver


value: 6333 King George Boulevard, Surrey, V3X 1G1

community: Surrey

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 7506 Edmonds St, Burnaby, BC V3N 1B4

community: Burnaby

value: Oh! Zzhu Sam Korean Restaurant has been part of the Burnaby community since 2016, offering creative Korean cuisine including stir-fry, octopus with pork belly, and signature Korean fried chicken. The restaurant emphasizes the harmony of food, atmosphere, and service as central to showcasing Korean food and culture. Dine-in service is available, as is delivery.

value: Oh! Zzhu Sam Korean Restaurant

signal: Korean, fried chicken/stir-fry; ~$16-26pp


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 57m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 80m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Panago

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 1109 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 49m; rack at 61m; stands (4 spaces) at 64m; rack at 67m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Sweet Cherubim is a long-established organic and natural foods store paired with a fully vegan restaurant on Vancouver's Commercial Drive, one of the city's most cycling-friendly corridors. Cyclists can dine in or grab takeout from a wide plant-based menu spanning samosas, burgers, wraps, salads, soups, and desserts. The attached store carries bulk pantry staples, health supplements, baked goods, and personal care items, making it a practical resupply stop as well as a meal destination.

value: Sweet Cherubim

detail: Website explicitly describes the business as a 'Vegan Restaurant'; the entire restaurant menu is plant-based


value: 1877 Herd Rd. Duncan, BC. Canada. V9L 5W4

blurb: Daily free-flight raptor shows and hawk walks in the woods near Duncan.

category: Attractions

value: The Raptors (also operating as Pacific Northwest Raptors Ltd.) is a birds-of-prey education and experience centre set in woodland near Duncan on Vancouver Island. Visitors can watch daily free-flight demonstrations featuring eagles, hawks, owls, and vultures, or book hands-on experiences such as walking with a hawk or holding a falcon on the glove. The centre has a conservation focus and also runs summer camps and a week-long falconry course, making it a memorable detour for touring cyclists exploring the Cowichan Valley.

dwell: half

facet_confidence: low

kid_friendly: yes

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: outdoor

theme: wildlife

value: The Raptors

origin: manual

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: raptor centre admission ~$20-25 (hands-on experiences extra)

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Birds-of-prey centre with daily free-flight demonstrations and hands-on hawk walks — day-shaping wildlife experience near Duncan.


value: 905 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, V5L 2H2

value: Downlow Chicken Shack is a casual fried chicken restaurant on Commercial Drive in Vancouver, part of a multi-location chain. It serves quick meals and offers a convenient food and beverage stop for cycling tourists passing through the neighborhood.

value: Downlow Chicken Shack


value: 693 Brunswick St, Prince George, BC V2L 0B8

community: Prince George

value: Zen noodle house & sizzler is an Asian restaurant located in the Cariboo and Central Interior region of British Columbia, near Prince George. The restaurant appears to specialize in noodle dishes and sizzler platters, offering a warm meal option for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Zen noodle house & sizzler

signal: Noodle house, sit-down dining; mains $22–29.49


value: 5522 Joyce Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (3 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

energy: active

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Rock Bay

value: A small, 4-site lakeside rec site reached by 5.5 km of gravel road off Highway 19 north of Campbell River, set between the road and the lake with a steep boat launch; a functional stop for anglers and hunters with three other sites on the same lake nearby.

value: Pye Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

wow_evidence: 5.5 km of gravel road off Highway 19


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 34m; stands (3 spaces) at 35m; rack (6 spaces) at 87m; rack at 88m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: A pub in Vancouver serving ale and pizza. Specific details about the establishment and amenities could not be verified.

value: R & B Ale & Pizza House


value: 1150 Douglas Street, Victoria, V8W 3M9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands at 86m; stands (10 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (10 spaces) at 94m; stands (6 spaces) at 96m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: New Owly Cade is a café located on Douglas Street in downtown Victoria, BC. It sits in a central, walkable area of the city convenient to the Inner Harbour cycling routes. OSM records outdoor seating, suggesting a patio presence that may appeal to cyclists stopping mid-ride.

value: New Owly Cade

wow_evidence: outdoor seating noted in OSM; no independent distinction


community: Horsefly

value: Tiny 2-site rec site at the mouth of the Horsefly River where it drains into Quesnel Lake, serving mainly as a small-boat and kayak launch; the end-of-road location has tight turnaround space and no confirmed amenities.

value: Horsefly Bay Recreation Site

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: no confirmed amenities


value: 10045 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1Y7

community: Fort St. John

value: Bean UpNorth Coffee House is a local café and coffee shop in Fort St. John, a key services hub in northeastern BC on the Alaska Highway corridor. It appears to be a newer establishment with a DoorDash presence, suggesting it serves both walk-in and off-site customers. For touring cyclists passing through the Peace River region, Fort St. John is often a critical resupply stop, and a dedicated coffee house offers a welcome respite.

value: Bean UpNorth Coffee House


value: 202 East Columbia Street, V3L0E2

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands at 13m; stands at 16m; rack at 51m; stands at 55m; rack at 58m; rack at 61m; rack at 81m; rack at 85m; rack at 98m.

community: New Westminster

value: Take Five Cafe is a Metro Vancouver coffee franchise that has been operating since 2003, serving specialty Arabica espresso drinks alongside Italian-inspired savouries such as panini and wraps, freshly baked pastries, and seasonal specialty drinks. The café has both indoor and outdoor seating and operates a loyalty rewards program. It is one of several franchise locations across the region, including New Westminster, Surrey, Port Coquitlam, North Vancouver, Vancouver, and Burnaby.

value: Take Five Cafe

detail: Catering menu explicitly lists 'Gluten Friendly Muffins' as a distinct product category with 3 items

wow_evidence: Metro Vancouver coffee franchise


value: 3364 Cambie Street

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 34m; rack at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; heart (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (4 spaces) at 72m; rack (3 spaces) at 73m; stands (4 spaces) at 74m; stands (4 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; hoop at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (4 spaces) at 96m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: A Mexican-cuisine restaurant and sports bar located on Cambie Street in Vancouver. Limited information available due to website access failure.

value: Baja Racing Sports Bar

signal: Mexican sports bar; ~$16-26pp


value: 337B Cook Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3X6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 64m; staple (4 spaces) at 72m; staple (4 spaces) at 95m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: The Hidden Gem is a plant-based cafe, bakery, and ice creamery tucked into Cook Street Village in Victoria, specializing in house-made vegan and dairy-free treats including patisserie, specialty coffees, and plant-based ice cream. The cafe has a garden seating area and caters to a wide range of dietary needs including gluten-free and nut-free options. It sits in a walkable neighbourhood close to Dallas Road beaches, making it a natural stop for cyclists exploring the area.

value: The Hidden Gem Treat Shop & Cafe

detail: Dairy-free & vegan patisserie'; baked goods labelled Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, and Nut Free options explicitly listed


value: 8896 Clarkson Drive, Black Creek, BC V9J 1B1

category: Accommodation

community: Black Creek

value: Timberlane Beach Resort sits directly on sandy Saratoga Beach on Vancouver Island, offering six oceanview suites and four cabins tucked among old-growth Douglas firs, plus an RV park. Guests walk a tree-lined laneway to reach the Pacific shoreline, and the resort is open year-round. The property offers bike rentals and can arrange local activities including trail riding, fishing, and golf.

value: Timberlane Beach Resort

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Oceanview suites with kitchenettes, walk-in showers, decks; no rates shown

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: sits directly on sandy Saratoga Beach...guests walk a tree-lined laneway to reach the Pacific shoreline


community: Blackwater

value: A tiny free lakeside rec site 85 km out on the Blackwater Road from Quesnel, with just 2–3 pitches and no confirmed facilities; expect a long gravel drive and a remote, quiet setting.

value: Boot Lake Recreation Site


value: 728 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Domino's


value: 487 East Island Hwy, Parksville, BC V9P 1T5

community: Parksville

value: Amrikko's Indian Grill is an authentic Indian restaurant in Parksville on the East Island Highway, a primary cycling corridor through the mid-island. The kitchen follows traditional North Indian and Mughalai culinary traditions, with signature dishes like butter chicken, saffron biryani, and a range of tandoor-cooked items. Catering is also available for groups, and the restaurant welcomes customization of spice levels on any menu item.

value: Amrikko's Indian Cuisine

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian options including Veggie Samosa, Vegetable Pakora, Onion Bhaji, Paneer Pakora, Paneer Tikka, and a Vegetables Dish category

signal: Tandoori mains $16.99–18.99; customer review: 'well priced'


value: 515 Seymour Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 31m; stands (3 spaces) at 46m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 49m; stands (6 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Cambie Seymour Hostel is a century-old building in the heart of downtown Vancouver, one block from the Granville Entertainment Strip and within walking distance of major SkyTrain connections. With 74 beds in small dorms and private rooms, it draws budget backpackers and international travelers. Three on-site or attached bars and 24-hour staffing give it a social, urban character.

value: Seymour Hostel

detail: Coin Laundry on site listed in the Facilities section of the website

detail: Luggage Storage listed in the Facilities section; FAQ also references a luggage storage area for valuables

detail: Malone's Taphouse and The 515 Bar are attached to the property along Seymour Street; The Cambie Bar is also part of the operator's premises. Guests receive a 20% discount voucher for food and drinks at these venues

label: Rock-bottom

signal: tourism=hostel

subcategory: Hostel

wow_evidence: steep stairs throughout this century-old building, raising practical concerns for cyclists with loaded touring bikes


value: 657 Harper Road, V0P 1N0

community: Quathiaski Cove

value: A local cafe serving coffee, pastries, and breakfast fare with outdoor seating available. Located on Harper Road in Quadra, it offers a casual stop for touring cyclists seeking refreshment.

value: Cafe Aroma


value: 8045 204 Street, Unit D100, Langley, BC V2Y2A9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (4 spaces) at 6m; bollard (4 spaces) at 49m; bollard (6 spaces) at 79m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House is a proudly Canadian breakfast-and-lunch chain founded in 2016, now operating 130+ locations coast to coast. The Langley location serves creative pancake stacks alongside classic egg dishes, hashes, French toast, waffles, crepes, and a lunch menu — all available for dine-in or takeout. It is a family-oriented sit-down restaurant with a menu broad enough to satisfy most dietary preferences.

value: Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House

detail: Menu page lists 'Vegetarian' and 'Gluten-friendly' as explicit menu filter categories; specific items include 'Express No Meat' and gluten-friendly options

signal: Stacked Pancake breakfast/lunch chain; ~$15-22pp

wow_evidence: 130+ locations coast to coast


value: 12277 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2E9

blurb: Machine-shop museum with sixty restored engines and a working forge.

community: Pitt Meadows

value: A community heritage museum split across two sites on Harris Road beside the CPR tracks in Pitt Meadows. The Hoffmann & Son Machine Shop houses over sixty restored stationary gasoline engines and a working forge, while the Old General Store (1908) features permanent and temporary exhibits on the area's settlement history plus a small community archives. Admission is by donation, making it an easy stop for touring cyclists passing through the Pitt Meadows area.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: high

setting: indoor

theme: history

value: Pitt Meadows Museum Hoffman

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: Admission is by donation

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: The Hoffmann machine-shop site of the two-site Pitt Meadows Museum — 60+ restored engines and working forge; kept as the machine-shop listing while the General Store pair resolves to one record.


value: 3612 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5M2

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 34m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 36m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Yuki Cafe is a neighbourhood sushi restaurant on Kingsway in East Vancouver, run by Japanese Master Chef Yuki who brings over 20 years of culinary expertise to the menu. The cafe positions itself around fresh ingredients, high quality, and good value — a combination that makes it a practical stop on one of Vancouver's main east-west cycling corridors. Indoor seating is available, and online ordering is supported for those who prefer takeout.

value: Yuki Cafe

signal: master-chef sushi, good value; ~$15-25pp


bike_access: hard

community: Keremeos

value: Red Bridge Lake


value: Vancouver

value: Husky

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 845 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (5 spaces) at 98m; stands (4 spaces) at 100m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is a Michelin Guide-recommended fine dining restaurant housed within The Sutton Place Hotel in downtown Vancouver, celebrated for West Coast seafood cuisine executed with classical French technique under Executive Chef Roger Ma. Ranked No. 59 on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants 2026 and awarded Gold for Best Fine Dining at the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, it stands among the city's most decorated culinary destinations. Guests can dine in a vintage-style lounge, at a marble-top bar, in a private dining room, or on an expansive wrap-around patio.

value: Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian dishes (Spring Harvest salad, Asparagus Salad, housemade Rigatoni with stinging nettle carbonara); no vegan designations found on published menu

label: Fine dining

signal: Michelin-recommended, oyster bar, executive chef Roger Ma, prix-fixe menu


value: 512 6th Ave, Unit A, New Westminster, BC V3L 1V3

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands at 36m; stands (3 spaces) at 54m; stands at 59m; stands at 71m; stands (4 spaces) at 94m; stands (4 spaces) at 96m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Papa John's is a national pizza chain located on 6th Avenue in New Westminster offering delivery and carryout. The menu includes pizza, breadsticks, and wings, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. A touring cyclist looking for a hot meal or a quick carryout stop in New Westminster would find this a convenient option along the route.

value: Papa John's

detail: Not contradicted by website

signal: chain 'papa john'

wow_evidence: national pizza chain


value: 20349 88 Avenue, Unit 11, Langley, BC V1M2K5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 9m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Cafe Ricotta is a cafe located in a unit at 20349 88 Avenue in Langley, BC. OSM indicates outdoor seating is available, which may offer a comfortable stop for cyclists passing through the area. Beyond this, details about its offerings and atmosphere remain unverified due to limited accessible web presence.

value: Cafe Ricotta

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 1495 Bellevue Avenue, West Vancouver, V7T 1C3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (18 spaces) at 10m; rack (4 spaces) at 50m. Total: 22 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Crema Cafe & Bar sits in the Ambleside neighbourhood of West Vancouver, steps from the beach and overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The menu spans espresso drinks, baked goods, focaccia sandwiches, and wood-fired pizza made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Online ordering for pickup and delivery is available, and the venue can host events for up to 80 guests including patio seating.

value: Crema Cafe & Bar

detail: Menu lists multiple vegan items labelled '(PB)': 'The Vegan Cheese Pie', 'Harvest' pizza, 'Tofu Scramble' wrap, and 'Summer Squash' wrap. Several vegetarian options also available across brunch and sandwich sections


value: Hillside Centre, 1644 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC V8T 2C5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 35m; rack at 92m.

community: Victoria

value: Kernels Popcorn


value: 4144 Wilkinson Rd, Victoria, BC

community: Saanich

value: Jack's Chinese Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant located on Wilkinson Road in Victoria.

value: Jack's Chinese Restaurant

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


value: 1002 Mainland St, Vancouver, BC V6B 6J8

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands at 82m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Moltaqa is a Michelin-recommended halal Moroccan restaurant in Yaletown, Vancouver, open since 2018 and led by female Moroccan chefs serving slow-cooked clay-pot tagines, handcrafted cocktails, and fresh-baked semolina bread. The restaurant has earned Vancouver Magazine Gold Awards and draws a diverse crowd with its halal, vegan, gluten-free, and pescatarian options alongside live Arabic music and belly dance shows. A touring cyclist seeking a culturally distinct sit-down meal in the heart of Yaletown would find this a memorable stop.

value: Moltaqa

detail: Website states 'vegan and gluten-free options available' and 'Our menu includes vegan and pescatarian options, gluten-free'; menu items labelled VE (vegan) and VEG (vegetarian)

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Main dishes $28–$32; Michelin Recommended status; upscale positioning

wow_evidence: Michelin-recommended... Vancouver Magazine Gold Awards


value: 2972 Jacklin Road #106, Langford BC V9B 0A3

community: Langford

value: Original Pho Eatery is a family-run Vietnamese restaurant in Langford's Westshore area, specializing in slow-simmered pho broths made from scratch with long-toasted aromatics, grilled proteins, and hand-prepped herbs. This is one of two locations serving the greater Victoria area, with this branch anchoring a busy suburban shopping corridor on Jacklin Road. Cyclists stopping in can choose from dine-in, pickup, or delivery and will find a broad menu including pho varieties, rice plates, vermicelli, and strong iced coffee.

value: Original Pho Eatery

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

signal: Pho shop, sit-down; mains $18.50–$24.50


value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 8251 Westminster Highway, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 79m; rack (covered) at 82m.

community: Richmond

value: Grand Value Asian Supermarket is a supermarket in Richmond, BC, stocking a wide range of Asian grocery products. Located on Westminster Highway, it would give touring cyclists access to diverse food supplies for resupply on routes through the Richmond area.

value: Grand Value Asian Supermarket


value: 2850 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, V3C 6K5

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


community: Colwood

value: Domino's

signal: Domino's pizza chain (confirmed); ~$10-16


value: 6404 Metral Drive, Unit 6, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Waku North is a ramen and izakaya restaurant located in a commercial strip on Metral Drive in north Nanaimo. Specializing in Japanese ramen, it offers a sit-down dining experience with both lunch and dinner service across most of the week. Touring cyclists looking for a hot, filling bowl after a long day on the road will find this a solid stop in the Nanaimo area.

value: Waku North

signal: ramen & izakaya; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: ramen and izakaya restaurant


value: 1840 Northwest Road, Denman Island, BC V0R1T0

community: Denman Island

value: Ima's Kitchen is a small-scale organic bakery and vegan ice cream shop on Denman Island, run by a couple who met while volunteering on the Thai-Burmese border and settled on the island after years of world travel. The bakery produces Middle Eastern-inspired breads — challah, pita, za'atar pita, and sourdough — while the ice cream line features globally inspired flavours made on a coconut milk base. Denman Island is a short ferry hop from Buckley Bay on Vancouver Island, making this an offbeat and locally rooted food stop for cyclists exploring the Gulf Islands.

google_place_id: ChIJZbUvsKdpiFQRxTzhEJNBxKo

value: Ima's Bakery

signal: shop=bakery


kid_friendly: no

community: Fording

value: A small, partially treed site on the Elk River with open views of meadows and avalanche chutes; reached via 163.5 km of forest service road from Elkford — a very long, remote gravel approach on a loaded bike.

value: Upper Elk River Recreation Site

region: Kootenay Rockies


community: Kamloops

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 760 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (38 spaces) at 40m; wide_stands (16 spaces) at 44m; rack (10 spaces) at 66m; staple (6 spaces) at 70m; rack (10 spaces) at 76m; bollard (2 spaces, covered) at 90m; bollard (2 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 84 spaces.

value: Tacofino is a beloved West Coast casual Mexican restaurant brand that originated as a food truck in Tofino and has grown into a multi-location chain across BC. The Victoria Downtown location on Pandora Avenue brings the same beach-inspired tacos and burritos to the heart of the city. It is a convenient, quick-service stop for cyclists moving through downtown Victoria.

value: Tacofino


value: Sixth Street

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 12m; stands (6 spaces) at 23m; stands at 24m; stands (4 spaces) at 29m; stands (4 spaces) at 31m; stands (6 spaces) at 38m; stands at 43m; stands at 53m; stands at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands at 93m; stands (6 spaces) at 97m. Total: 32 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


value: 678 Nelson Street, Vancouver, V6B 6K4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (8 spaces) at 48m; stands (1 space) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Shamrock Storehouse is an Irish pub chain founded in 2024 by William and Laura Donnellan, immigrants from Co. Galway, Ireland, who built the brand around authentic Irish hospitality. The Granville location at 678 Nelson St. is one of three active Vancouver spots, offering live music, hearty Irish food, and properly poured Guinness in a cozy neighbourhood atmosphere. A fourth Stadium District location is listed as coming soon, signalling the brand's rapid local expansion.

value: Shamrock Storehouse

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: one of three active Vancouver spots... fourth Stadium District location coming soon


value: 1495 6th Avenue, Valemount, V0E 2Z0

community: Valemount

value: Valemount Vacation Inn is one of the largest hotels in Valemount, offering 71 fully renovated rooms ranging from standard doubles to multi-room family suites sleeping up to eight. Situated near Highway 16 in the Robson Valley with mountain views, the property features on-site amenities including a restaurant, sauna, and hot tub. It serves as a practical base for year-round outdoor recreation in the Canadian Rockies, with hiking, rafting, and salmon fishing close by.

value: Valemount Vacation Inn

detail: Laundry Facilities listed as a room amenity on the Deluxe 3 Queen Bed Suite page

detail: On-site restaurant mentioned in the About Us section: "all-new amenities like a restaurant, sauna and hot tub."

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 310A Ross Street Northeast, Salmon Arm, BC

community: Salmon Arm

value: Anvil Coffee Collective is a family-run specialty coffee shop founded in 2021 by the Rutschmann family in Salmon Arm, BC, with a mission to demystify specialty coffee and build community around it. The café features in-house baking and ethically sourced ingredients, offering something for everyone on its menu. A second location opened in Sicamous in May 2024, making Anvil a familiar stop across two communities on popular cycling routes through the Shuswap.

value: Anvil Coffee Collective

wow_evidence: family-run specialty coffee shop … second location opened in Sicamous in May 2024


value: 346 South Copper Avenue, Greenwood BC V0H 1J0

blurb: Greenwood's public library in Canada's smallest city.

community: Greenwood

value: Greenwood Public Library serves Canada's smallest city by area, a historic Boundary Country town with deep heritage roots. The library offers public computer and internet access, an accessible digital services program, and a range of community programming. Touring cyclists passing through Greenwood's heritage district would find it a quiet, public indoor stop.

days_closed: Tu Th Sa Su

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

theme: civic

value: Greenwood Public Library

ownership: Public

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Small-city library; ordinary library band.


value: 4359 Main Street, Whistler, BC V8E 1B5

bike_repair_offered: no

category: Bike Services

community: Whistler

value: An e-bike tour and rental shop located inside The Summit Lodge Boutique Hotel on Whistler's main street. They specialize in guided tours of the 70 km Valley Trail network using Rad Power e-bikes and Nordic cruiser bikes, with tours available in English and French. Founded in 2013 by a long-time Whistler local, the operation focuses on scenic and educational rides covering local ecology, First Nations history, and Whistler's transformation from fishing lodge to resort town.

value: Cycle Whistler

detail: E-bikes (4 RadRunner variants including child seat and 2-seater options, RadWagon for families) and Nordic cruiser bikes; rentals from 1-2 hours up to 5 days, long-term rates available

detail: Rents and operates a fleet of Rad Power e-bikes (RadRunner, RadWagon models); staff handle fitting, safety briefings, and equipment setup for all e-bike rentals

detail: Multiple guided e-bike tours of Whistler Valley Trail: 'All In' tour (3 hours, twice daily), 'Dusk Discovery' tour (2.5 hours); private and group tours available in English and French

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: guided tours of the 70 km Valley Trail network ... Founded in 2013 by a long-time Whistler local


value: 4161 Hastings Street, Suite 102, Burnaby, BC V5C 2J3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; rack (3 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (covered) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: A 24-hour Subway franchise located in Burnaby on Hastings Street, offering customizable Footlong and 6-inch sandwiches, wraps, and salads with fresh-cut vegetables and freshly baked bread. The location features both indoor and outdoor seating and accepts multiple payment methods including major credit cards. Its round-the-clock hours make it a potential stop for cyclists at any time of day.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 101 C Aspen Dr, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0

community: Sparwood

value: Tim Hortons is a major Canadian quick-service chain serving freshly brewed coffee, baked goods, soups, and full breakfast and lunch options. This Sparwood location is a convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through the Elk Valley, offering dine-in seating and a full food menu. The location also features a drive-through and WiFi.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

wow_evidence: major Canadian quick-service chain


value: 388 West Broadway, Vancouver

value: Sushi California is a Japanese cuisine restaurant in Vancouver with two locations. Cyclists in the area can stop for sushi takeout via online ordering.

value: Sushi California

signal: sushi, takeout; ~$15-24pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 13922 104 Avenue, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: A Chinese seafood restaurant located in Surrey offering delivery and takeout services. Provides dining options for touring cyclists seeking a meal between rides.

value: King Do Seafood Restaurant

signal: Chinese seafood; ~$18-28pp


value: 4125 Spiers Road, Kelowna, V1W 4B5

community: Kelowna

value: A convenience store and grocery shop in south Kelowna offering supplies to local residents and touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: South Kelowna Harvest Grocery


community: Great Central

value: A free, treed campsite on Great Central Lake with pedestrian beach access, reached via 23+ km of privately managed logging roads that may close without notice — check gate status before riding in.

value: Scout Beach Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 7855 Kingsway, Burnaby, V3N 3E4

value: A&W


value: 8640 257a Street, Langley Township, BC V1M 3M7

blurb: Protected eco-forest with ponds and bog trails in Glen Valley.

community: Langley

value: A mixed and coniferous forest preserve in Langley's Glen Valley lowlands, with ponds, a bog, and over 300 documented species of plants, fungi, and lichen. Donated by the Blaauw family to Trinity Western University for public use, education, and research, the forest is protected by a Township of Langley covenant. A quiet stop for a touring cyclist passing through the Fraser Valley, with walking trails through rare habitats including red-legged frog wetlands.

facet_confidence: med

planning: walk-up

theme: nature

value: Blaauw Eco Forest

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Donated forest preserve open for public walking — ponds, bog, 300+ documented species; quiet genuine stop.


value: 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, V2S 7N4

community: Abbotsford

value: Maan Farms is a multi-generational family farm in Abbotsford's Fraser Valley offering U-pick and pre-picked strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries alongside an award-winning estate winery that produces berry wines entirely from fruit grown on the property. Founded in 1977, the farm has grown from a roadside stand into a full agritourism destination featuring a Country Market, barnyard animals, a corn maze, goat yoga, and a restored heritage barn. For touring cyclists, it is a distinctive Fraser Valley stop to stock up on fresh local berries in season.

value: Maan Farms

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: award-winning estate winery… Founded in 1977… full agritourism destination


value: 1071 Marine Drive

community: Port Alice

value: BC Liquor Store (BCLIQUOR) in Port Alice is a provincial government-operated retail outlet and one of 198 stores across British Columbia, offering wine, beer, spirits, coolers, ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages. It is the only government liquor store serving this remote northern Vancouver Island community, making it a notable resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the area. The store also accepts returns of empty beverage containers for deposit refunds, a useful service for cyclists carrying empties.

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: Barcelo's


value: 44688 South Sumas Road, Chilliwack, V2R 5M3

community: Chilliwack

value: Anita's Bread & Coffee is an organic cafe and bakery housed inside the Anita's Organic Milling facility on South Sumas Road in Chilliwack, operated by Nature's Path Organic Foods. The bakery follows a rotating daily sourdough schedule — producing loaves such as country white, medium rye, miche, vollkornbrot, einkorn, and seasonal fougasse — all baked fresh each morning. It also serves as a baking education centre showcasing Anita's Organic Milling grains and flours, alongside organic coffee and a range of vegan-friendly pastries.

value: Anita's Organic Bread & Coffee

wow_evidence: organic cafe and bakery housed inside the Anita's Organic Milling facility, operated by Nature's Path Organic Foods; serves as a baking education centre


value: 1009 Centennial Way, Squamish

blurb: Squamish's rec complex with pool, sauna, and arena.

community: Squamish

value: Brennan Park Recreation Centre is Squamish's municipal multi-sport facility, hosting a swimming pool, ice hockey rink, and skating arena in the heart of one of BC's premier outdoor adventure towns. As a District of Squamish facility it is fully wheelchair accessible with accessible washrooms. Touring cyclists passing through Squamish would find it a practical stop for public amenities in a well-maintained civic building.

theme: recreation

value: Brennan Park Recreation Centre

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Squamish's municipal complex with pool and sauna — pool ladder 1/2; parent of the arena/aquatic nodes.


community: Kamloops

value: Denny's

signal: Denny's family diner chain (confirmed); ~$15-24pp


value: 1933 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 17m; stands (3 spaces) at 49m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m; stands (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Tequila Cantina is a sit-down Mexican restaurant on North Vancouver's busy Lonsdale Avenue corridor, serving traditional dishes made without preservatives, artificial colouring, or additives, with house-made salsa, guacamole, and chips prepared fresh daily. The menu spans appetizers, tacos, mains, and a full tequila cocktail list, making it a solid refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the North Shore. Monthly live mariachi nights add a distinctly festive atmosphere.

value: Tequila Cantina Lonsdale

signal: Mexican cantina, apps $10-20; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: house-made salsa, guacamole, and chips prepared fresh daily ... Monthly live mariachi nights


value: 1755 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2K6

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (5 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (6 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 31 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Park Pub is a high-energy sports bar and event venue on Davie Street in downtown Vancouver, steps from English Bay, with 16 screens for live sports and 25 taps including 14 rotating craft beers from local breweries. The kitchen runs from early morning through late night, covering breakfast, pub classics, and shareable platters seven days a week. Weekly programming includes karaoke, trivia nights, live bands, DJs, and comedy shows, making it a lively anchor in one of Vancouver's most walkable and cycle-friendly neighbourhoods.

value: The Park at English Bay

detail: Dinner menu labels nachos as 'Gluten free' and coconut breaded prawns as 'Dairy free'; cauliflower wings offered as a vegetarian alternative to chicken wings

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 78 East 1st Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 1A1

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 21m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 59m; loops (3 spaces) at 66m; rack (4 spaces) at 67m; rack (21 spaces) at 68m; loops (4 spaces) at 71m; rack (6 spaces) at 75m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 90m; rack (20 spaces, covered) at 93m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 95m; rack (42 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 120 spaces.

value: Amato Gelato & Cafè is a classic Italian gelato shop in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, carrying on over 85 years of family tradition through the Mario's Gelati lineage. The shop rotates over 72 flavours of authentic Italian gelato and sorbetti made from traditional family recipes using locally sourced BC fruits and dairy. It serves as the public retail storefront for the Mario's Gelati wholesale brand, making it a Vancouver institution for handcrafted Italian frozen desserts.

value: Amato Gelato & Cafè

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: over 85 years of family tradition through the Mario's Gelati lineage... a Vancouver institution


value: 7424 Frontier Street, Pemberton, V0N 2L1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (12 spaces) at 75m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Pemberton

value: Blackbird Bakery has been a Pemberton institution since 2009, founded by French pastry chef Raven Burns, who trained under Michelin 3-Star chef Thierry Busset before settling in the mountains. The women-run bakery bakes everything from scratch daily using organic, locally sourced dairy, meat, and produce from Pemberton Valley farms, with coffee roasted in-valley. Located in the village train centre with both indoor and outdoor seating, it offers fresh bread, croissants, sandwiches, and savoury pies—solid provisions for a touring cyclist passing through the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

value: Blackbird Bakery

detail: Menu explicitly lists breakfast sandwiches, rotating grilled sandwiches on ciabatta, meat pies, and sausage rolls

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 4267 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, V5C 3Y6

value: Church's Chicken is a fast-food restaurant serving fried chicken with takeaway and indoor seating available. A convenient quick-meal option for cyclists passing through Burnaby.

value: Church's Chicken


value: 12525 88 Avenue, Surrey, V3W 3J7

value: Burger King


value: 320 6th St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3A8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: wall_loops (6 spaces) at 21m; stands (6 spaces) at 25m; stands at 63m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: River's Reach Pub is a multi-award-winning neighbourhood pub in New Westminster that has been operating since December 2000, collecting six Newsleader A-List and thirteen Record Reader's Choice Best Pub awards. The interior recreates an early 1900s West Coast atmosphere with river rock, old-growth hardwoods, fireplaces, and 19th-century antiques. Cyclists stopping in will find a full kitchen menu, an extensive beer list with domestic, import, and craft options, wines, and cocktails — with a 19+ age restriction throughout.

value: River's Reach Pub

signal: Neighbourhood pub, pub food


value: 3604 Carrington Road

community: Westbank

value: Five Guys

signal: chain 'five guys'


value: 2889 East 12th Avenue, Vancouver, V5M 4T5

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 12m; stands (4 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 15m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 18m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 21m; stands (4 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 24m; rack (3 spaces) at 29m; rack (3 spaces) at 30m; wall_loops (4 spaces) at 54m; rack at 80m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons


value: Mile 533 Alaska Highway, Coal River, V0C 1Z0

community: Coal River

value: Coal River Services RV Park & Lodge sits at the confluence of the Coal and Liard Rivers on the Alaska Highway in the Northern Rockies of BC, roughly 30 minutes north of Liard Hot Springs. Originally built in 1949, the property offers lodge rooms, full-hookup RV sites, dry camping, and an on-site cafe famous for bison burgers. It is one of the few full-service stops for long-haul travellers on this remote stretch of the Alcan.

value: Coal River RV & Lodge

detail: Coin-operated laundromat on site; website states 'a small coin-operated laundromat if you just can't stand one more day!'

detail: On-site cafe serving home-cooked menu items including bison burgers and bison jerky

wow_evidence: one of the few full-service stops for long-haul travellers on this remote stretch of the Alcan... Originally built in 1949


value: Fruiticana is a South Asian-focused grocery chain founded in 1994, now one of Western Canada's largest independent grocers with over 23 locations across BC and Alberta. The store specializes in fresh fruits, vegetables, and spices, sourced both locally and internationally, with a strong emphasis on authentic flavours under its own Indican spice brand. A touring cyclist would find a well-stocked selection of fresh produce and specialty ingredients at this suburban supermarket.

value: Fruiticana

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: Mile 156 Rd, Peace River B, BC V0C 2B0, Canada

community: Sikanni Chief

value: A small 7-pad rec site on Duhu Lake, sitting on a plateau just south of the Sikanni Chief River in deep Northern BC, with a large covered shelter and natural trout in an unstocked lake. Access is 6 km of PDR gravel west off the Alaska Highway.

value: Duhu Lake Campground


community: Courtenay

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


blurb: Dawson Creek's multiplex sports and events centre.

community: Dawson Creek

value: The South Peace Community Multiplex is a municipal sports and recreation centre operated by the City of Dawson Creek in Northern BC. It serves as a community hub for athletics and leisure activities in the Peace River region. Touring cyclists passing through Dawson Creek — a key stop on routes through northeastern BC — may find it a useful rest point, though specific amenities could not be verified.

setting: mixed

value: South Peace Community Multiplex

wow_evidence: Municipal sports/rec centre; amenities unverified; standard rec band.


community: Sparwood

value: Subway


value: 1450 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 89m; stands (6 spaces) at 92m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Daan Go Cake Lab is a specialty dessert bakery founded by award-winning chef Christopher Siu, known for imaginative Asian-inspired creations like a durian-shaped mousse cake and a Hong Kong milk tea mousse cake built on an Ovaltine pineapple-bun crumb base. The Vancouver location on West 7th Avenue is one of two BC outposts (the other in Richmond) with a sibling presence in Toronto. A touring cyclist stopping here would find an eclectic selection of signature cakes, macarons, and croissants in a neighbourhood bakery format.

value: Daan Go Cake Lab

detail: Specialty dessert bakery only — cakes, macarons, croissants, cookies, ice cream. No staple grocery items mentioned anywhere on the website

wow_evidence: award-winning chef Christopher Siu


value: 4219 B Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, BC

community: Burnaby

value: Cactus Club Cafe North Burnaby is an upscale-casual chain restaurant positioned near the Brentwood neighbourhood, offering a chef-driven international menu with a lounge, patio, and private dining spaces. The stylish, full-service venue draws a lively crowd and covers the full day with lunch, dinner, happy hour, and late-night service. Touring cyclists will find a sit-down meal with pickup and delivery options as well as a patio for outdoor seating.

value: Cactus Club Cafe

signal: chain 'cactus club'

wow_evidence: upscale-casual chain restaurant


community: Maple Ridge

value: Camy's Pizza has been a BC institution since 1985, self-described as the originator of butter chicken and tandoori chicken pizza in Canada. Now running four franchise locations across Surrey, Vancouver, Langley, and Maple Ridge, the menu spans gourmet pizzas made to order with fresh ingredients alongside Greek and Indian specialties, handcrafted pastas, calzones, wings, and salads. A touring cyclist stopping here would find a reliably familiar fast-food pizza experience with strong local roots.

value: Camy's Pizza


value: 2228 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; rack at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; rack (covered) at 76m; rack at 82m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: The Penny Farthing Pub is a well-established (est. 2001) Olde English-style pub in the heart of Victoria's Oak Bay Village, with four crackling fireplaces, Victorian-etched glass, and an extended patio where dogs and kids are welcome. It takes its name directly from the iconic 19th-century penny farthing bicycle and celebrates that era's whimsical, adventurous spirit through its decor and memorabilia. Part of a four-venue Victoria pub group, it serves modern British comfort food sourced from local land and sea.

value: The Penny Farthing Pub

detail: FAQ states: 'Do you have gluten free menu items? Yes! Many items on our menu can be made Gluten free. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or allergies.'

wow_evidence: takes its name directly from the iconic 19th-century penny farthing bicycle... Part of a four-venue Victoria pub group


value: 8555 Sea Island Way, Richmond

community: Richmond

value: Donair Dude is a BC-based Mediterranean fast food chain founded during the 2010 Winter Olympics that has grown into a franchise with multiple locations. The menu centers on donair wraps, platters, and poutine using BC-farmed meat slowly roasted in-house, alongside falafel, kofte, and various sides. A touring cyclist can expect a quick, filling meal with both meat and vegan options in a fast-casual setting.

value: Doner Dude

detail: Website front page lists 'VEGAN' as a menu category; menu includes Falafel Wrap, Falafel Platter, Falafel Plate, and Falafel with Hummus as dedicated vegetarian/vegan items

wow_evidence: BC-based Mediterranean fast food chain founded during the 2010 Winter Olympics... multiple locations


community: Hemlock Valley

value: A group-only site on a stocked fishing lake with a boat launch, dock, and 6 km loop trail; the steep, rough Forest Service Road explicitly requires 4x4 and is not suitable for loaded touring bikes. Open March 15–October 31, cash only, gates locked at 11 PM.

value: North Weaver Lake Group Site


value: 7218 King George Boulevard, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Freshsllice Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: #140-780 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (4 spaces, covered) at 65m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: The Art of Slow Food is an exclusively gluten-free artisan bakery and café located in downtown Victoria, just behind the Victoria Public Market on Fisgard Street. Built around old-world food traditions, it produces sourdough bread, wild-fermented vegetables, cultured dairy, and bone broth using local organic ingredients in small batches. For touring cyclists with gluten intolerance or dietary restrictions, it is a notably rare dedicated GF option in the city core.

value: The Art of Slow Food

signal: shop=bakery


value: 721 Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1W5

value: Tea at the Empress is a world-renowned afternoon tea served in the grand Lobby Lounge of the Fairmont Empress, a Victoria landmark continuously operating since 1908. The experience centres on a proprietary Empress Blend tea and an elaborate spread of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with house-made clotted cream, and handcrafted pastries. It has hosted royalty, celebrities, and dignitaries, and remains one of the most storied culinary traditions in British Columbia.

value: Tea at the Empress

detail: Afternoon tea menu explicitly labels the Summer Macaron as 'gluten free'; broader vegetarian or vegan options not confirmed

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: Victoria landmark continuously operating since 1908…has hosted royalty, celebrities, and dignitaries…one of the most storied culinary traditions in British Columbia


value: 606 King Avenue

blurb: Outdoor pool in Enderby's Barnes Park, with spray park and picnic grounds.

community: Enderby

value: A seasonal heated outdoor pool in Barnes Park in Enderby, where the Shuswap meets the Okanagan. The 25-yard, four-lane pool is surrounded by a playground, spray park, skateboard park, outdoor gym, and picnic area — making the whole park a worthwhile stop for touring cyclists on a hot day. A brand-new replacement pool is set to open in June 2026.

google_place_id: ChIJORyJkzmIflMR-PfXrVt-T-s

value: Enderby Lions swimming pool

wow_evidence: Seasonal outdoor pool in a park with spray park and picnic area; new pool opening June 2026; outdoor-pool anchor band.


value: 596 5th St, Courtenay, BC V9N1K3

value: The Yellow Deli in Courtenay is a community-operated restaurant run by the Twelve Tribes religious community, housed in a restored former daycare centre that opened as a café in 2010. The interior is crafted from locally sourced recycled materials — beach driftwood, hand-hewn beams, and weathered barnwood — giving it a distinctive rustic character. The kitchen draws on wholesome ingredients, some produced on the community's own farm in nearby Merville, BC, and the menu includes vegan and vegetarian options.

value: The Yellow Deli

detail: Website Features list explicitly includes 'Vegan Options' and 'Vegetarian Options'

signal: community cafe/deli, affordable; ~$12-20pp

wow_evidence: community-operated restaurant run by the Twelve Tribes religious community, housed in a restored former daycare centre... locally sourced recycled materials


value: 1033 West Pender Street, Vancouver, V6E 2M6

community: Vancouver

value: Meat & Bread is a well-known Vancouver sandwich chain whose Pender Street location sits in the heart of the downtown financial district, celebrated for its signature porchetta sandwich with salsa verde and crackling. The restaurant offers breakfast sandwiches, salads, soups, and its namesake hot sandwiches with both indoor and outdoor seating. A catering and group-orders option adds practical appeal for organized cycling groups moving through the urban core.

value: Meat & Bread

detail: Menu includes 'Two Egg Veg' (Herb Goat Gournay Cheese, Arugula, egg and cheese patties, Caramelized Onions) and 'Grilled Cheese' (Aged White Cheddar, Shaved Red Onion, Sourdough). No explicit vegan or GF options mentioned

signal: cuisine=sandwich

wow_evidence: well-known Vancouver sandwich chain ... celebrated for its signature porchetta sandwich


value: 1140 Harvey Ave #2, Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: Accent Inn Kelowna is a family-owned BC motel in downtown Kelowna running a dedicated 'Bike Love' program that treats cyclists as first-class guests rather than an afterthought. Touring cyclists can bring their bike directly into their room, access a professional-grade 37-piece tool kit, and use an on-site bicycle wash and tuning station. The hotel is Rainbow Registered, pet-friendly, and sits within a 20-minute drive of over 40 Okanagan wineries with abundant trail and beach access nearby.

value: Accent Inn Kelowna

detail: 'Shop-quality, 37-piece tool kit at your disposal to do everything from tire changes and brake adjustments to headset overhauls' — available at every Accent Inns location

detail: 'Bicycle wash and tuning station with a professional-grade bike stand' and 'Rags for cleaning your bike' — listed as standard Bike Love amenities

detail: 'Love your bike? Bring it to your room. No need to leave it in storage where you can't see it' — part of the formal Bike Love program at all Accent Inns locations

detail: Listed as a standard amenity: 'Laundry facilities' with icon on the main Kelowna hotel page

detail: Ricky's All Day Grill is on-site, described as serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner

signal: Genuine Accent Inn, notably bike-friendly (Bike Love program)

detail: Bikes are explicitly allowed in guest rooms: 'Love your bike? Bring it to your room. No need to leave it in storage where you can't see it.' Guests request a bike-friendly room at reservation

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: bikes explicitly allowed in guest rooms, 37-piece tool kit and bicycle wash/tuning station at every Accent Inns location


value: 821 Denman Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Breka Bakery & Café is a local Vancouver family business that started in 2006 and has grown to eight locations, all operating around the clock every day of the year. The Denman Street outpost offers a broad menu of fresh-baked pastries, artisan breads, sandwiches, cakes, donuts, and hot beverages, with dedicated vegan and gluten-free selections. Regularly voted among Vancouver's best bakeries, Breka has built its reputation entirely through word-of-mouth and is a fixture for both locals and visitors.

value: Breka Bakery & Cafe

detail: Website's selection page has dedicated 'Vegan' and 'Gluten-Free' sections with multiple labelled items (e.g. Chocolate Banana Coconut Muffin [Vegan & Gluten Friendly], Curried Chickpeas & Kale Wrap [Vegan])


value: 310 7th Avenue, V0X 1N3

community: Keremeos

value: The Elk Motel is a small motel-style accommodation in British Columbia's Okanagan region. It offers basic overnight lodging with Wi-Fi internet access. Located on 7th Avenue, it provides a straightforward overnight option for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Elk Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: small motel-style accommodation; basic overnight lodging with Wi-Fi


value: 1225 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces, covered) at 24m; stands (6 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (6 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: The Blue Horizon is a locally owned, boutique-style hotel occupying a prime spot on Robson Street in Vancouver's West End, steps from Stanley Park, English Bay, and the Seawall cycling network. All guest rooms are corner rooms with private step-out balconies, many with views of English Bay and the North Shore mountains. The hotel holds a 3-Green Key Eco-Rating from the Hotel Association of Canada, reflecting a commitment to sustainable operations.

google_place_id: ChIJPQaRyYBxhlQRulZPPcLufQI

value: Blue Horizon Hotel

detail: Website amenities list includes 'Charging Station'

signal: all-corner-balcony boutique on Robson; shoulder $200-260

wow_evidence: locally owned, boutique-style hotel ... 3-Green Key Eco-Rating from the Hotel Association of Canada


value: 1209 East Island Highway, Parksville

community: Parksville

value: Serious Coffee & Tea


value: 3450 Tillicum Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 4H3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: ground_slots (2 spaces, covered) at 11m; ground_slots (2 spaces, covered) at 20m; informal (covered) at 30m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Cosmos Pizza & Pasta is a family-run Italian restaurant that has been serving fresh pizzas and pastas in Victoria since 2007, located inside The Burnside Plaza on Tillicum Road near Tillicum Mall. With a consistent recipe and emphasis on fresh ingredients, it's a well-established neighbourhood spot for a sit-down or pick-up meal. A touring cyclist would find it a convenient dinner stop on the western side of Victoria.

value: Cosmos Pizza & Pasta

signal: family pizza/pasta, pizza+wings combo $38.50; ~$16-26pp


value: 600 First Avenue, McBride, BC V0J 2E0

community: McBride

value: Gigglin' Grizzly is a neighbourhood pub and family restaurant in McBride, BC, sitting along Highway 16 in the Robson Valley — a key corridor for touring cyclists crossing Northern BC. The property doubles as a full-service RV park with water, hydro, and septic hookups, making it a multi-use stop for long-distance travellers. McBride is a hub for mountain biking, hiking, and equestrian trails, and the pub is affiliated with the Robson Valley Mountain Bike Association.

value: Gigglin Grizzly Pub

signal: amenity=pub


value: 3365 Kingsway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 91m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Milk & Sugar Cafe is a bubble tea specialty cafe located on Kingsway in Vancouver. It's a casual, welcoming spot where cyclists can take a break and enjoy a refreshing drink. The venue offers a comfortable indoor environment for rest and recovery.

value: Milk & Sugar Cafe


value: 4332 Lakelse Avenue, V8G 1N8

community: Terrace

value: Back Eddy Pub is a local pub on Lakelse Avenue, the main commercial strip in Terrace, a hub community in the Skeena River valley of northwest BC. Terrace sits on the Yellowhead Highway corridor and is a common resupply stop for cyclists touring the region. As a pub, it would typically offer food, drinks, and a place to rest indoors.

value: Back Eddy Pub


value: 674 H'Kusam Way, Sayward, V0P 1R0

blurb: Purpose-built rural library branch, community anchor since 1964.

community: Sayward

value: The Sayward Branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library is a purpose-built rural facility that in December 2019 became the first community in the VIRL system to receive a new branch under the organization's rural prototype building model. The branch traces its roots to library service begun by the Sayward Women's Institute in 1964, making it a long-standing community anchor in this small Vancouver Island town. Touring cyclists passing through Sayward would find it a welcoming public institution with access to library resources and digital services.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Sayward Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1; first VIRL rural-prototype building (2019).


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 78m; stands (4 spaces) at 95m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 101 Purvis Lane, Ganges, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2S6

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 11m; rack at 18m; rack at 57m; rack at 76m.

community: Ganges, Salt Spring Island

value: Glad's Ice Cream and Sweets is a small ice cream and confectionery shop whose OSM coordinates place it in Ganges village on Salt Spring Island. Salt Spring Island is a popular cycling destination, and an ice cream stop in Ganges would be a natural rest point for riders completing the island loop or ferry-hopping through the Southern Gulf Islands.

value: Glad's Ice Cream

wow_evidence: Ganges village on Salt Spring Island


community: Shuswap

value: Queen Mary Lake Cabin is a BC Parks wilderness hut situated in Height of the Rockies Provincial Park in the Kootenays region of British Columbia. It offers basic backcountry shelter for those venturing deep into a remote mountain wilderness area. For touring cyclists exploring multi-day routes through the park, this cabin represents one of the few overnight options in the backcountry.

value: Queen Mary Lake Cabin

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: BC Parks wilderness hut ... Height of the Rockies Provincial Park


value: 21615 Fraser Highway, V2Y 1L7

community: Langley

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 4564 Duncan Bay Mainline, Courtenay, V9N 9M4

community: Courtenay

value: Stotan Falls Wood Products and Farm is a small regenerative farm and forestry operation outside Courtenay on Duncan Bay Mainline, focused on putting carbon back into the soil. The farm sells direct from a farm stand, offering seasonal produce including garlic, sunchokes, and berries, as well as native and ornamental trees grown on site. It accepts Bitcoin and Lightning network payments, which is unusual for a rural farm stand.

value: Stotan Falls Wood Products and Farm

detail: Farm stand sells seasonal produce including garlic, sunchokes, berries, and trees per Instagram posts

wow_evidence: small regenerative farm and forestry operation...farm stand


value: 11 km north of Fort St. John, Alaska Highway at Highway 29, BC

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Charlie Lake

value: A 57-site BC Parks campground on the southwestern shore of 13 km Charlie Lake, 11 km north of Fort St. John, offering swimming, canoeing, fishing for northern pike and walleye, a playground, and disc golf; gate closes for the off-season.

value: Charlie Lake Campground

wow_evidence: 57-site BC Parks campground on the Alaska Highway corridor... swimming, canoeing, fishing


value: 1168 14th St W, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1J8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 78m; rack (3 spaces) at 85m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Golestan Bakery is a beloved Persian bakery founded in 1997 by Jalal Darvishi, serving both Iranian and broader North Vancouver communities with traditional confections including baklava, zulbia, creamy pastries, and specialty breads. After 27 years of operation, it recently expanded into a larger modern wholesale facility to meet growing demand. Cyclists passing through can stop in for baked goods, custom cakes, or ice cream and faloodeh — a refreshing Persian frozen treat.

value: Golestan Bakery

wow_evidence: beloved Persian bakery founded in 1997 by Jalal Darvishi...27 years of operation


blurb: BMX bike park in Merritt's parks network.

community: Merritt

value: Rotary Bike Park is a City of Merritt-operated outdoor cycling facility tagged as a BMX venue in OSM, located in the Nicola Valley region of BC's Okanagan & Thompson area. It sits within the broader network of Merritt's municipal parks, which also includes a bike pumptrack at nearby Central Park. The facility caters primarily to BMX and freestyle riders.

value: Rotary Bike Park

band_key: premium

label: Premium

wow_evidence: BMX/freestyle park; little relevance to touring cyclists but a public facility.


value: 1604 Cedar Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1L2

community: South Wellington

value: The Cranberry Arms is a historic neighbourhood pub and hotel in Cedar, south of Nanaimo, with roots going back to 1878 when the property was won in a card game by Irish immigrants. Newly renovated rooms sit above a lively community pub that hosts regular events including karaoke, sports nights, and charity fundraisers. The hotel offers five rooms ranging from a full suite with kitchen to standard queen rooms, and a shared non-smoking balcony for guests.

value: Cranberry Arms Pub & Hotel

detail: On-site restaurant and pub serves food and drinks daily; testimonials mention brunch, wing nights, and curries

signal: renovated rooms above historic community pub, Cedar; $90-120

wow_evidence: historic neighbourhood pub and hotel in Cedar... roots going back to 1878


community: Surrey

value: Anand Pizza Sweets Restaurant is an independent eatery in Tsawwassen combining pizza with sweets, suggesting a South Asian-influenced menu alongside its pizza offerings. The dual focus on savoury and sweet makes it a potentially appealing refuelling stop for cyclists in the Tsawwassen area, near the BC Ferries terminal and the South Delta cycling routes.

value: Anand Pizza Sweets Restaurant


value: Whistler, BC V8E 1A4, Canada

category: Transport

community: Whistler

source: manual

value: Epic Rides runs a direct, non-stop shuttle between Vancouver and Whistler for cyclists. Bikes ride free of charge, either boxed or unboxed: a box guards against chips and scratches, while unboxed bikes travel on an exposed exterior rack. Spots per bus are limited, so book ahead. Bikes are not carried from November through April.

value: Epic Ride

detail: Bikes carried free of charge

detail: Unboxed bikes ride an exposed rack

origin: transport

detail: Bikes free Vancouver-Whistler on racks/trailers; boxed-bike space reserved per bus; no bikes Nov-Apr

subcategory: Shuttle

wow_evidence: shuttles designed for mountain biking


value: 1492 Main Street, V0J 2N0

community: Smithers

value: Boston Pizza

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


community: Slesse Park

value: The Fish & Chicks is a glamping cabin retreat in Chilliwack, BC, listed on Airbnb as 'Eco Retreat Cabin 2, The Fish N Chicks,' suggesting at least two cabin units on the property. It is situated in the Fraser Valley and offers a nature-focused cabin experience. The property is booked exclusively through Airbnb with no direct contact channel available.

value: The Fish & Chicks

signal: Airbnb glamping cabins, Fraser Valley; ~$100-140

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: Eco Retreat Cabin 2, The Fish N Chicks


value: 2815 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, V3C 3H1

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Pizza64 is a BC pizza chain franchise located on Shaughnessy Street in Port Coquitlam, offering both counter pickup and delivery. The Port Coquitlam location is a quick-service spot suited for a casual meal stop on a ride through the Tri-Cities area. The menu and seating details are not described on the website, but the takeout option with a 15-minute estimated pickup time makes it a potentially efficient stop.

wow_evidence: BC pizza chain franchise


value: 148 Chadwick Court, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (30 spaces) at 60m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Ross Crêpe and Cafe is a French-style creperie specializing in sweet and savory crepes, located inside Lonsdale Quay Market on the North Vancouver waterfront. The market setting places it steps from the Lonsdale Quay SeaBus terminal, making it a natural stop for cyclists crossing Burrard Inlet or riding the North Shore. Being within the market means access to a sheltered, indoor eating environment alongside other food vendors and shops.

value: Ross Crepe & Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 572 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: MB Mart is a small deli and mart located on Stewart Avenue in Nanaimo. Tagged in OpenStreetMap as a deli, it appears to be a neighbourhood food shop that may carry grab-and-go items useful to cyclists passing through. Nanaimo is a key hub on Vancouver Island cycling routes, making street-level food stops like this potentially valuable to touring riders.

value: MB Mart

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 5m; stands (3 spaces) at 37m; stands (3 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 76m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: A McDonald's fast-food restaurant located in North Vancouver, serving burgers, chicken sandwiches, McCafé beverages, and breakfast items. The location offers both indoor and outdoor seating with takeout available, making it a potential quick-stop refuelling point for cyclists on a route through the area. As a national chain outlet, the experience will be consistent and predictable, though location-specific amenities for cyclists are unconfirmed.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 688 West 58th Avenue, Vancouver, V6P 0K1

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 11m; stands (16 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (14 spaces) at 84m; stands (12 spaces) at 91m. Total: 52 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Cafe Algan is a specialty coffee shop and bakery on the corner of W 58th and Paulson Street in south Vancouver, known for house-made Japanese-style shio pan, croissants, and Basque cheesecakes alongside specialty coffee and first-harvest matcha. The cafe occupies a neighbourhood corner spot and also offers catering services. Online pre-ordering is available, making it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Cafe Algan

detail: Menu page explicitly marks Classic Basque Cheesecake and Tiramisu Basque Cheesecake (both whole and individual slices) as 'Gluten free'


value: Enterprise and National Car Rental (same company) have locations in Squamish, North Vancouver, Vancouver, Chilliwack, Nanaimo, Victoria, Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, and Cranbrook. SUVs and minivans available — with seats folded, a disassembled bike fits. One-way rentals available between some locations; drop fee applies. No bike racks for rent. Call to confirm vehicle type and one-way availability before booking. On Vancouver Island most National branches are run by an independent licensee (National Car & Truck Rental, drivenational.ca) — see its own listing.

value: Enterprise / National Car Rental

subcategory: Car Share / Rental


character: destination

community: Atnarko

value: A remote backcountry lake camp in Tweedsmuir Provincial Park (South), reached only by a 20 km trail with 1,000 m of elevation gain through alpine terrain — strictly hike-in and inaccessible to loaded touring bikes.

value: Crystal Lake


value: 1600-8260 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 32m; rack at 59m.

community: Richmond

value: Afghan Chopan Restaurant has been serving Richmond and the Lower Mainland since 2001, specializing in traditional Afghan kebabs — lamb shoulder chops, beef tenderloin tekka, and ground-beef shami — all grilled and served with fresh baked naan, chutney, and Afghan-style Pallow. The kitchen uses 100% halal meat and prepares everything from scratch, reflecting the Afghan hospitality the owners describe as central to their culture. It is a sit-down restaurant with a party room and also offers takeout ordering online.

value: Afghan Chopan Restaurant

detail: Menu lists a Vegetarian Combo (Bolani, Ashak, one Vegetable Dish) and Ashak is described as 'Vegeterian Dumplings filled with Leeks.' No vegan or GF claims found

signal: Kebab mains ~$20, lunch specials $13, casual diner


community: McNab Creek

value: A small free marine-trail campsite perched on the west shore of Howe Sound at the north end of Thornbrough Channel — scenic fjord surroundings, but reachable only by boat or kayak with no road or trail approach for cyclists.

value: Thornbrough Channel Campsite


value: Unit 270, Campbell River, BC

community: Campbell River

value: BC Liquor Store is a provincial government-operated retail chain with 198 locations across British Columbia, making this Campbell River outlet one of the most reliably stocked spots on Vancouver Island for wine, spirits, beer, ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages. The store accepts empty container returns for deposit refunds, a practical perk for cyclists who have been carrying empties. As a BCLIQUOR Signature-format store, it offers an expanded selection and on-site product consultants.

value: BC Liquor Store

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


value: 4865 Painted Cliff Road, Whistler, V0N 1B4

value: The Snowbird is a collection of slope-side, multi-level townhomes in Whistler's Blackcomb Benchlands, offering 2–4 bedroom units sleeping up to 10 people. Each unit includes a full kitchen, gas fireplace, in-suite laundry, private deck, and access to a shared outdoor hot tub. A free shuttle to Whistler Village is provided, and the property sits steps from ski-in/ski-out access and close to Whistler's extensive summer mountain biking trail network.

value: Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort

detail: In Suite Laundry listed in property facilities

signal: Ski-in/ski-out Whistler Blackcomb, multi-bedroom townhomes, full resort amenities

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: slope-side... access to a shared outdoor hot tub... close to Whistler's extensive summer mountain biking trail network


value: 11300 Patricia Bay Hwy, North Saanich, BC V8L 3S8, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 27m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: North Saanich

value: Lands End Café is the food and beverage venue inside the BC Ferries Swartz Bay terminal, the main ferry hub connecting Vancouver Island to the Lower Mainland and the Southern Gulf Islands. Located on the first floor of the terminal building, it serves travellers waiting to board sailings to Tsawwassen, Fulford Harbour, and the Gulf Islands. For touring cyclists, this is a convenient stop before or after a ferry crossing on one of BC's busiest cycling routes.

value: Lands End Café


value: 111 East 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, V5T 1B4

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (20 spaces, covered) at 33m; rack (42 spaces, covered) at 35m; rack (4 spaces) at 41m; loops (3 spaces) at 43m; loops (4 spaces) at 45m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 51m; rack (6 spaces) at 53m; stands (5 spaces) at 65m; rack (21 spaces) at 66m; stands (5 spaces) at 87m. Total: 114 spaces.

value: Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) is a major Canadian outdoor retailer operating from a four-storey retail building in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood at 111 East 2nd Avenue. The brand — widely known by its short name MEC — has long been a destination for cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts seeking gear, apparel, and equipment. Its central Vancouver location places it within reach of cyclists arriving in or transiting through the city.

value: Mountain Equipment Company

subcategory: Outdoor Gear

wow_evidence: major Canadian outdoor retailer … four-storey retail building in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood


value: Quiznos

signal: chain 'quiznos'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1390 Cariboo Highway, V0K1H0

community: Cache Creek

value: Sage Hills Motel is a single-storey roadside motel situated on the Cariboo Highway (Highway 97) in the V0K1H0 postal area, a stretch of road that forms a key artery for cyclists touring through BC's interior plateau. Its location along this remote corridor makes it a potentially important overnight stop for self-supported tourers covering long distances between services. The area is known for its high-desert sagebrush landscape and sparse amenity infrastructure.

value: Sage Hills Motel


value: 1156 Bute Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1Z6

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (4 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m; stands (4 spaces) at 100m. Total: 43 spaces.

value: Fresco Foods is a supermarket on Bute Street in Vancouver, offering a full range of grocery products in a densely urban neighbourhood. For touring cyclists moving through the city core, it represents a convenient resupply point. The business's website domain currently resolves to an entirely unrelated third-party site, so current operating details should be verified on the ground.

value: Fresco Foods

wow_evidence: OSM shop=supermarket on Bute Street; website domain hijacked by unrelated site


value: 2806 Jacklin Rd, Langford, BC V9B 5A4

community: Langford

value: Dad's Homemade Soups & Sangy's is a long-established Langford institution, open since 2003 and a two-time winner of the Times Colonist 'Best of the Island' Award for Best Fast Food Restaurant (2022 and 2023). The menu rotates daily homemade soups made from scratch using fresh, MSG-free and preservative-free ingredients, paired with made-to-order sandwiches on house-baked breads. The shop has a notable community ethos, providing hot lunches to over 15 schools across Greater Victoria.

value: Dad's Homemade Soups & Sangy's

detail: Menu includes vegetarian sandwich fillings (egg salad, veggie options, spanakopita); Google review displayed on-site states 'Veggie options, gluten free bread available'


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 91m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Subway


value: 4730 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC V5J1C2

community: Burnaby

value: A Domino's Pizza franchise in the Burnaby neighbourhood of Vancouver offering carryout and delivery pizza. The store has indoor seating and a full menu including gluten-free crust options. As a large national chain with no advertised cycling amenities, it offers limited appeal beyond a quick carryout meal stop.

value: Domino's

detail: Website coupons page lists 'Small 2-Topping Gluten Free Pizza'; Veggie and Veggie Feast pizzas listed. Vegan not confirmed

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 1439 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Tandoori Palace is an Indian restaurant located on Commercial Drive in Vancouver, specializing in tandoori cuisine. The restaurant serves the local cycling community and visitors with takeout and dine-in service.

value: Tandoori Palace

signal: Indian tandoori; ~$15-25pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 1501 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, British Columbia, V1G 1Z8, Canada

community: Dawson Creek

value: MR MIKES is a Canadian casual steakhouse chain founded in 1960, serving premium steaks, burgers, pastas, and salads in a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere. The Dawson Creek location sits near Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway, making it a natural refuelling stop for cyclists heading into or returning from northern BC. Dine-in, takeout, and online ordering are all available, along with a daily happy hour.

value: Mr Mikes


value: 2612 Bridge St Suite 100, Victoria, BC V8T 4S9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 44m; rack (5 spaces) at 77m. Total: 10 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: yes

community: Victoria

value: Cit-E Cycles Bridge Street is a full-service e-bike shop and retailer near Victoria's Inner Harbour, part of a six-location BC chain that claims Canada's largest e-bike selection with 195+ models from brands including Cube, Aventon, and Tern. The store sits at Bridge and Gorge, adjacent to the Galloping Goose Trail and well-positioned for the Lochside Trail corridor running north to Sidney and the Swartz Bay ferry terminal — making it a practical stop for cyclists arriving from or departing to the Gulf Islands. Certified technicians handle everything from tune-ups to major diagnostics, and walk-in test rides are available on any in-stock model.

value: Cit-E Cycles

detail: Website: 'Full-service shop for all e-bike brands. Tune-ups, diagnostics, and major repairs by certified technicians.'

detail: Walk in and test ride any model in stock. No appointment needed for most bikes.

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: six-location BC chain... Full-service repair shop on site


value: 8980 Number 3 Road, Richmond

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


value: 4815 Silver Star Road Vernon, BC V1B 3K3

community: Vernon

value: Skyride is a full-service mountain bike shop on Silver Star Road in Vernon, BC, carrying premium brands like Devinci and Rocky Mountain alongside a comprehensive repair operation staffed by trained mechanics. The shop runs a tiered service menu from basic safety inspections through full tear-down pro tunes, and also offers a Skyride Academy for riders looking to deepen their mechanical knowledge. Visiting cyclists will find a knowledgeable crew, a solid parts and accessories inventory, and a rental fleet that includes e-MTBs and downhill bikes for exploring the region's terrain.

value: Skyride

detail: Rental fleet includes Light Enduro, E-bike MTB, and DH bikes; bookable online with rack/tailgate pad rental also available

wow_evidence: full-service mountain bike shop... comprehensive repair operation staffed by trained mechanics


value: Pacific Marine Rd, Port Renfrew, BC V0S 1K0, Canada

community: Port Renfrew

value: A small forest lake near Port Renfrew offering a quiet, basic overnight on a logging-road approach typical of Vancouver Island's west-side rec sites; no confirmed water or flush facilities.

value: Fairy Lake Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: no confirmed water or flush facilities


community: Windermere

value: McDonald's


value: 11955 88 Avenue, Delta

community: Delta

value: 88th Season's Mart Ltd is a supermarket in Delta. Like most supermarkets, it is a useful stop for touring cyclists to resupply on groceries and essentials.

value: 88th Season's Mart Ltd


value: 1431 Robson St #1, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C1

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

value: Divya Sutra Suites is an 11-story boutique hotel on Robson Street in Vancouver's West End, offering 41 rooms ranging from queen suites to multi-bedroom penthouses, many with full kitchens suitable for self-catering touring cyclists. The location places guests within walking distance of Stanley Park and the world-class seawall cycling network. The hotel is pet-friendly (dogs under 20 lb) and offers 24-hour self-parking with both outdoor and basement options, plus EV car charging.

value: Divya Sutra Suites on Robson Downtown Vancouver

detail: Coin laundry facility equipped with washers and dryers available every day; daily housekeeping also available

detail: Front desk will store luggage before check-in if room is not yet ready

signal: older 41-room Robson property (ex-Riviera) with kitchen suites; $180-240 despite boutique label

wow_evidence: 11-story boutique hotel on Robson Street … 41 rooms


value: 7210 - 5B Market Street, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

blurb: Gallery and gift shop in downtown Port Hardy.

community: Port Hardy

value: Graceworks Gallery is a gallery and retail shop located in Port Hardy, at the northern tip of Vancouver Island — the traditional endpoint for cyclists completing the full island route. The shop participates in regional tourism initiatives such as Vancouver Island North's Giveback Getaways program, reflecting its connection to the local visitor economy.

theme: art-culture

value: Graceworks Gallery

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Small gallery; Facebook shows $$; no explicit admission price

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Gallery/retail shop; galleries include per policy. Ordinary gallery 1/1.


value: 2610 Cedar Park Place, V2T 3S5

community: Abbotsford

value: A vegetarian pizza and bakery operation tagged in OSM as a Chilliwack fast-food outlet, with a menu centred entirely on meatless specialty pizzas including paneer, roasted garlic, and Greek veggie varieties. The brand identity ('Think Vegetarian') makes it a natural stop for plant-based touring cyclists passing through the area. Gluten-free crust is available on request, and the operation appears to be takeout-focused.

value: Vegetarian Delight Bakery & Delta Pizza

detail: Entire website menu is vegetarian (no meat items listed); website notes 'Thin crust, or gluten free crust available upon request.'

wow_evidence: location and contact details cannot be verified from available evidence


value: 75 Front Street, Penticton, BC V2A 1H2

community: Penticton

value: StillFood Bistro is an artisan coffee and fresh-fare restaurant on Front Street in downtown Penticton, a well-positioned stop for cyclists exploring the Okanagan. The bistro emphasizes vegan-friendly options alongside its cappuccino bar, making it a solid refuelling choice for riders with dietary restrictions. Penticton's Front Street sits near the waterfront and multi-use paths connecting Okanagan and Skaha lakes.

value: Stillfood Bistro & Cappuccino Bar

detail: Website subtitle 'Artisan Coffee & Fresh Fare' consistent with health-conscious menu

signal: bistro & cappuccino bar, fresh fare; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: Artisan Coffee & Fresh Fare in Penticton


value: 2220 Bowen Road, Nanaimo

community: Nanaimo

value: Quality Foods


value: 990 Smithe Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 19 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (68 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (12 spaces) at 49m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 70m; stands (4 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (4 spaces) at 96m; stands (8 spaces) at 100m. Total: 138 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Taylight Kitchen is a community-driven craft beer and kitchen concept in downtown Vancouver where guests can vote on dishes to shape an ever-evolving menu. The restaurant brews its own lineup of craft beers — from a Czech Pilsner to a New England IPA — and pairs them with farm-to-table small plates and mains drawing on Pacific Rim flavours. With indoor seating and a full menu of food and drink, it's a solid stop for a sit-down meal after a city ride.

value: Taylight Kitchen

detail: Menu pages use V (Vegetarian), VO (Vegetarian Option), GF (Gluten-Free), and GFO (Gluten-Free Option) labels throughout food and happy hour menus; corroborates

signal: craft-beer kitchen, apps $12-19, tasting $30-36; ~$25-38pp

wow_evidence: community-driven craft beer and kitchen concept... brews its own lineup of craft beers


value: 9100 Blundell Rd #485, Richmond, BC V6Y 3X9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 27m; rack at 42m; rack at 42m; rack (covered) at 60m; rack (covered) at 76m; rack at 77m.

community: Richmond

value: Hainan Kitchen is a Chinese restaurant in Richmond's Garden City area specializing in authentic Hainanese chicken rice and Southeast Asian comfort food. It is particularly known for its signature Hainanese Chicken Rice served with fragrant seasoned rice and artisanal dipping sauces, alongside dishes like Curry Beef Brisket and hand-pulled cold noodles. Both dine-in and takeout options are available, making it a practical meal stop for cyclists passing through the Blundell Road corridor.

value: Hainan Kitchen

signal: Most mains $12-15, sit-down casual restaurant


value: 4551 Valleyview Road, Penticton, BC V2A 8V8

value: Pentâge Winery is a family-owned estate on 23 acres overlooking Skaha Lake, producing small-batch, handcrafted wines from their Skaha Bench vineyards since their inaugural 1999 vintage. The property features a striking 5,000-square-foot natural rock wine cellar hand-built by founder Paul Gardner, and a tasting room with panoramic views of the lake and surrounding vineyards. It sits just outside Penticton on Valleyview Road, making it a natural waypoint on the South Okanagan wine route.

value: Pentage Winery

signal: Family estate winery tasting

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: 5,000-square-foot natural rock wine cellar hand-built by founder Paul Gardner... inaugural 1999 vintage


value: Jim Smith Lake Road, Cranbrook

label: larch gold

months: September October

community: Cranbrook

value: A 35-site lakeside campground in Douglas fir and larch forest just 4 km on paved road from Cranbrook, with a sandy beach, swimming, and fishing for rainbow trout and largemouth bass. The gate closes outside the operating season, so confirm dates before planning.

value: Jimsmith Lake Provincial Park Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: Cycling is explicitly listed as a park activity


value: 209 Menzies Street

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

value: Whipple Tree Bakery is a bakery on Menzies Street in Victoria's James Bay neighbourhood, a short ride from the Inner Harbour and Beacon Hill Park. The Facebook page indicates it is a recently established business. As a neighbourhood bakery, it could offer a convenient stop for cyclists seeking fresh baked goods while exploring Victoria.

value: Whipple Tree Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: recently established business