value: 2280 Baron Road, Kelowna, V1X 7W3

value: Real Canadian Superstore


category: Food & Drink

community: Kamloops

source: osm

value: KFC/Taco Bell

origin: chain

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: KFC/Taco Bell chain (confirmed); ~$10-15

source: judgement

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: info


value: 1881 Cornwall Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Triple-O's

confidence: medium

signal: Triple-O's (White Spot) burger counter; ~$12-16

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming


source: enrichment

value: 412 Marine Drive, Gibsons, BC

community: Gibsons

value: Gramma's Pub is a waterfront sports bar in Gibsons, BC, established in 1989, with an enclosed patio overlooking Shoal Channel, Keat's Island, and Gibsons Harbour. It offers one of the largest rotating on-tap draught selections on the Sunshine Coast, drawing from local craft breweries alongside national and international brands. Cyclists riding the Lower Sunshine Coast will find a full scratch kitchen, weekly specials, and a warm, low-key atmosphere steps from the waterfront seawall.

value: Gramma's Pub

detail: Sunday special lists 'vegan Bratwurst' as an add-on option and '(vf)' pierogi (caramelized onion), indicating vegan-friendly items on the menu

origin: osm

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: amenity=pub


value: 86 Keefer Place, Vancouver, V6B 0C9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (5 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; rack at 70m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 79m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Hoduya is a bakery on Keefer Place in Vancouver with indoor seating and a smoke-free environment. It provides a convenient refreshment stop for cyclists in the area.

value: Hoduya

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 1810 18th Avenue, Castlegar, BC V1N 2Y2

community: Castlegar

value: Grand Buddha Bistro is an Asian restaurant located in Crescent Valley, a small community in the Slocan Valley of British Columbia. Crescent Valley sits along quiet back roads that attract touring cyclists exploring the West Kootenay region. As the settlement has limited food options, this bistro could serve as a welcome meal stop for riders passing through.

value: The Grand Buddha Bistro

confidence: low

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

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 3400 Smith Drive

category: Accommodation

community: Armstrong

value: Armstrong Inn is a motel in Vernon offering overnight accommodation to visitors. Touring cyclists can use it as a lodging option during their journeys.

value: Armstrong Inn

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


category: Groceries

community: Nanaimo

ownership: Global chain

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 2816 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC V1N 2X9

community: Trail

value: J & V Restaurant is a Chinese cuisine kitchen in Castlegar serving an extensive menu of Cantonese and Szechuan classics — from wonton soup and chow mein to Szechuan prawns and dry garlic pork. The business operates exclusively as drive-through pickup with no dine-in or delivery, making it a quick stop for touring cyclists passing through the Castlegar area. Catering is also available on request.

value: J & V Restaurant

detail: Website states: 'Pick up though drive through window only. No dine-in. No delivery.'

signal: Most mains $23–28; casual Chinese takeout format


value: 720 Gardner Lane, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2

community: Bowen Island

value: Nectar Yoga Retreat is a wellness and yoga retreat centre set on 20 acres of forested land on Bowen Island, reached by a 20-minute ferry from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. Founded around 2014, it offers overnight cottage stays, hosted yoga and meditation retreats, and group or corporate rentals in a nature-immersed setting. In 2025 the owners added Mist Thermal Sanctuary next door, featuring private sauna and cold plunge experiences in the forest.

google_place_id: ChIJgfvrnLprhlQRhfHERPeBwyU

value: Nectar Yoga Retreat

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Nectar Yoga Retreat parent listing; cottage stays ~$280-380 w/ breakfast + yoga

subcategory: Resort


value: #2140 - 550 Sherling Place, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 0J6

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Tinhouse Brewing is a craft brewery and tasting lounge in Port Coquitlam, located directly off the Traboulay PoCo Trail — one of the Lower Mainland's most popular multi-use cycling corridors. Opened in 2019, the brewery produces a wide range of styles from barrel-aged sours and imperial porters to easy-drinking lagers, with a 30-seat licensed patio and rotating weekend food trucks. The trail-side setting, combined with explicit bike-parking provision, makes it a natural mid-ride destination.

value: Tinhouse Tasting Lounge

detail: FAQ lists vegetarian samosas as a hot snack option; beer menu offers gluten-free beer from Grey Fox Brewing available as can pours when in stock

signal: amenity=bar

detail: FAQ states: 'We have lots of parking for your bike or your car. Check behind the building for additional parking.'

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: 'right off the Traboulay Poco Trail'... 'We have lots of parking for your bike or your car'


value: 2 Water Street, V6B 1A4

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (4 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Oku Izakaya is a Japanese izakaya located in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood at 2 Water Street, offering sushi, sashimi, hand-rolled temaki, and creative small plates alongside a curated sake selection. The menu blends traditional izakaya fare with inventive combinations — signature dishes include thick-cut braised pork, boldly spiced karaage, and smoked silver cod. It positions itself as a late-night destination with a cozy atmosphere evoking the spirit of a traditional Japanese izakaya.

value: Oku Izakaya

signal: izakaya, sushi/temaki/small plates + sake; ~$18-28pp


value: 7143 King George Boulevard, Surrey, V3W 5A4

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Surrey

value: Rocky Cycle is a full-service bike shop in Surrey that has been repairing and selling bikes for over 40 years, serving cyclists across Greater Vancouver. The shop carries mountain, gravel, hybrid, and e-bikes alongside a wide range of parts and accessories, and offers multi-tier tune-up packages including specialized e-bike servicing. A touring cyclist will find a capable repair team and a solid accessory selection including panniers, bags, fenders, and lights.

value: Rocky Cycle

detail: E-bike tune-up service explicitly listed; includes software update for Shimano, Bosch, Velec, and BionX systems

detail: Flat tires handled first come first served, implying same-day service for at least urgent flat repairs

detail: Shop navigation lists pannier racks, handlebar/frame/trunk/pannier bags, fenders, lights, bike locks, and water bottles

detail: Flat tires are fixed on a first come first served basis.

subcategory: Repair Shop

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: repairing and selling bikes for over 40 years... pannier racks, handlebar/frame/trunk/pannier bags, fenders


value: 225 Menzies Street

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

community: Victoria

value: BC Liquor Store

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 3126 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; rack (5 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; rack (3 spaces) at 81m; rack (5 spaces) at 90m; rack (5 spaces) at 92m; rack (5 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 46 spaces.

value: The Fringe Café is Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood bar on West Broadway, established in 1990 and celebrated for its no-frills, laid-back atmosphere with an extensive selection of draft and bottled beers from around the world. Alongside its drinks, the bar serves a simple food menu of nachos, Jamaican patties, salads, and bar snacks that draws a loyal local crowd in the Kitsilano neighbourhood. Regular events — trivia nights, karaoke, open mic, and live music — make it a lively community hub for locals and visitors alike.

value: The Fringe Cafe

detail: Menu includes vegetarian-friendly items: 'Hood Salad, chips and salsa, guacamole, artichoke dip, nachos, and quesadilla; gluten-free beer option listed explicitly ('Omission Gluten Free Ale')


value: 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, V6C 0C3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 41m; rack at 44m; rack (16 spaces) at 51m; stands (covered) at 92m; stands (covered) at 95m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Tap & Barrel's Convention Centre location occupies the West Building of the Vancouver Convention Centre with a large waterfront patio overlooking Burrard Inlet and the North Shore Mountains — a natural stop along the seawall cycling route. The chain runs its own BREWHALL Beer Co. brewery and spotlights BC-made beer and wine. The kitchen serves elevated comfort food with a menu filterable by dietary need.

value: Tap & Barrel

wow_evidence: large waterfront patio overlooking Burrard Inlet... natural stop along the seawall cycling route


value: 2980 Island Highway North #500, Nanaimo, BC V9T 5V4

value: Nellie's European Deli has been a community institution in Nanaimo since 1998, operating out of Rock City Centre and specialising in imported European groceries from Holland, Germany, Sweden, Poland, and beyond. The deli counter turns out house-made sandwiches, daily soups, and freshly baked meat pies in varieties ranging from steak-and-kidney to turkey cranberry, with gluten-free options available. For a touring cyclist, it offers a convenient stop for a hot or packaged meal along the Island Highway corridor.

value: Nellie's European Deli Foods & Imports

detail: Website states 'We offer both a meat soup and a vegetarian soup daily' and lists a 'Gluten-Free selection' among meat pie options

signal: European deli, counter sandwiches/soups/pies; ~$10-15


value: 1127 Montroyal Blvd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 2H8, Canada

community: North Vancouver

value: Hardy's Grocery is a convenience store in North Vancouver serving both the local community and travelers. Like most neighborhood convenience stores, it stocks groceries, snacks, and beverages. A practical stop for touring cyclists passing through the North Shore.

value: Hardy's Grocery


value: 21152 16th Avenue (at 212th), Langley, BC V2Z 1K3

community: Langley

value: Township 7 Vineyards & Winery is a distinguished BC winery founded in 2000 with two locations; this South Langley Fraser Valley outpost sits in a serene rural countryside setting where visitors can witness a working winery in action and meet the winemakers. The winery is known for small-lot, hand-harvested wines crafted from sustainably grown estate and local grapes, blended from over 15 single vineyards. The tasting room encourages guests to linger over a glass and enjoy a picnic on the property.

value: Township 7 Vineyards & Winery

signal: Estate winery tasting room

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: BC winery founded in 2000 with two locations... small-lot, hand-harvested wines crafted from sustainably grown estate and local grapes, blended from over 15 single vineyards


value: #5-4300 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 1Z8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 43m; stands (3 spaces) at 71m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: A family-run Indian restaurant opened in 2004 by Kewal and Surinder Sandhu, who brought their love of authentic Indian cooking from their homeland to Burnaby's Kingsway corridor. Voted Burnaby's best Indian restaurant for over 20 years, it serves a broad menu of tandoor dishes, curries, seafood, and vegetarian fare alongside a full bar. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and features a patio along a busy commercial strip.

value: Saffron Indian Cuisine

detail: Menu page labels items 'GF - Gluten Friendly' and 'VO - Vegan Option available upon request'

signal: Main dishes $19.95–$32.95 (tandoori, thali); most $20–$26, casual range

wow_evidence: family-run Indian restaurant opened in 2004 … Voted Burnaby's best Indian restaurant for over 20 years


value: 601 Smithe Street, Vancouver V6B 3L4

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (5 spaces) at 39m; bollard (2 spaces) at 40m; bollard (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (3 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (3 spaces) at 59m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 79m; stands (5 spaces) at 81m; stands (8 spaces) at 82m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 53 spaces.

blurb: Opulent 1927 concert hall, home of the Vancouver Symphony; National Historic Site.

category: Attractions

value: The Orpheum is a grand 1927 concert hall in downtown Vancouver, best known as the permanent home of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, the largest performing arts organization in Western Canada. Designed by architect B. Marcus Priteca, the 2,672-seat auditorium retains its original opulence — sweeping staircases, Romanesque and Gothic arches, a domed ceiling mural, and a giant crystal chandelier. Originally a vaudeville house, it has hosted performers ranging from Fred Astaire to world-touring classical ensembles and is a National Historic Site.

dwell: half

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: art-culture

value: Orpheum

detail: Website navigation includes a Food & Beverage section; sustainability page references concessions using reusable materials and local products

ownership: Public

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: Performance venue with event-based ticketing; no drop-in admission price

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: 1927 National Historic Site concert hall, home of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra; opulent Priteca interior; show-conditional delight.


value: 12018 Edge St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6G4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 36m; rack (4 spaces) at 61m; rack at 88m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Paliotti's is a third-generation Italian family restaurant in Maple Ridge with over 35 years of history rooted in the family's restaurant tradition spanning Montreal and Italy. The Maple Ridge location serves classic Italian dishes in a warm, rustic setting and is one of three family-run locations across the Fraser Valley. Both dine-in and takeout options are available, making it a viable meal stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Paliotti's

signal: family Italian, early-bird; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: third-generation Italian family restaurant in Maple Ridge with over 35 years of history... one of three family-run locations across the Fraser Valley


value: 109 1st Street East, Revelstoke, BC

community: Revelstoke

value: Kawakubo is a Japanese restaurant in downtown Revelstoke founded by chef Shinji Kawakubo, who trained for over a decade in Japan before relocating to this mountain community to open his own kitchen. The restaurant specializes in sushi, sake, and steak, and features traditional tatami rooms available for group bookings. Its location in downtown Revelstoke places it within easy reach of cyclists passing through this major Trans-Canada corridor town.

value: Kawakubo

signal: Japan-trained chef, sushi/sake/steak, tatami rooms; ~$40-65pp

wow_evidence: chef Shinji Kawakubo, who trained for over a decade in Japan before relocating ... tatami rooms available for group bookings


value: 223 E Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2T9

value: Mello is an artisan donut shop in Vancouver's Chinatown specializing in fresh brioche donuts made entirely from scratch each day, with fillings ranging from Madagascar vanilla custard and tiramisu to an Everything Bagel cream cheese option. The shop rotates seasonal and specialty flavours regularly and also serves coffee using a custom blend from Agro Roasters. Donuts can be pre-ordered online or purchased in-store while supplies last — the handmade process means sell-outs are common.

value: Mello

detail: FAQ explicitly states: 'We currently do not have VEGAN/GF donuts but we are working on it.' No vegetarian designation is made; nut cross-contamination also flagged for allergy-sensitive customers


value: 285 - 1151 10 Avenue Southwest, V1E 1T3

blurb: Salmon Arm's library branch in the Piccadilly Mall.

community: Salmon Arm

value: The Salmon Arm Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library is part of a 30-branch regional system serving over 399,000 residents across the BC interior, and is housed within the Piccadilly Mall complex in central Salmon Arm. It offers computers, Wi-Fi, meeting rooms, and a Library of Things lending collection, making it one of the more substantive community gathering points in the Shuswap for travellers. Free parking in the adjacent Piccadilly Mall lot adds to its accessibility as an urban rest stop.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: yes

theme: civic

value: Salmon Arm Library Branch

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Mall-housed branch with Library of Things; ordinary library band.


value: 486 A, Nanaimo, BC

value: Flavours of India is an Indian restaurant located in Nanaimo. It offers a sit-down dining option for touring cyclists exploring the region. As a full-service establishment, it serves both local diners and passing travelers.

value: Flavours of India

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

wow_evidence: Indian restaurant located in Nanaimo


value: 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 4M1

value: Little Tea House is a family-run bubble tea shop on Kingsway in Burnaby that has been serving bubble tea and fresh fruit slushies since 1994, claiming to be among North America's first bubble tea establishments. The menu features classic and fruit-infused bubble teas alongside fresh fruit slushies made from high-quality ingredients, prepared with a focus on fresh ingredients and attentive service.

value: Little Tea House

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


community: Chase

value: A&W

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: A&W chain (confirmed); ~$10-14


value: 140 East Point Road, Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0

blurb: Volunteer community library in a church basement on Saturna Island.

community: Saturna

value: Saturna Library is a small community library located in the basement of a local church on Saturna Island, operating as a partner branch within the Southern Gulf Islands Community Libraries network. It offers free Wi-Fi and access to digital collections including ebooks and eAudiobooks. For cycling tourists exploring the Southern Gulf Islands, it serves as one of the few public gathering points on this lightly serviced island.

days_closed: Mo Tu Th Fr Su

value: Saturna Library

wow_evidence: Small community library in a church basement; library ladder 1/1.


blurb: Wilderness conservancy on South Bentinck Arm known for Tallheo Hot Springs.

community: Tallheo

value: Hot Springs-No Name Creek Conservancy is a remote BC Parks wilderness conservancy on the west side of South Bentinck Arm, encompassing two coastal watersheds with steep valleys. The area is best known for Talheo Hot Springs and is home to grizzly bears and mountain goats in largely undisturbed habitat. It holds high cultural importance to local First Nations and was established as part of the Central Coast land use planning process.

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

setting: outdoor

theme: wellness

value: Tallheo Hot Springs - No Name Creek Conservancy

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Natural coastal hot springs in a wilderness conservancy — a soak is day-shaping for riders; boat access from Bella Coola (access friction stays downstream).


value: 6133 University Blvd, UBC Campus, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces, covered) at 41m; stands (20 spaces, covered) at 69m. Total: 30 spaces.

blurb: Student-run cinema in UBC's Nest building.

community: University Hill

value: The Norm Theatre is a cinema venue operated by the Alma Mater Society (AMS) at UBC's Student Nest on the University of British Columbia campus. As an AMS venue, it serves the UBC student community and sits within a large multi-use building that also houses food, services, and student resources. Touring cyclists passing through the UBC campus area will find it conveniently located along the university's well-developed cycling network.

dwell: short

value: The Norm Theatre

wow_evidence: AMS student cinema in the Nest — modest, event-conditional.


value: 2-555 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam, BC V3K 3X4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces, covered) at 65m; building (covered, paid) at 82m; rack at 91m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Coquitlam

value: Illo Kimbap Cafe is a health-focused Korean eatery in Coquitlam specializing in handcrafted kimbap made with whole grains and non-processed ingredients rather than conventional white rice. The menu extends beyond classic rolls to include keto kimbap, bibimbap-style salad bowls, sandwiches, paninis, and Korean sides, all framed around fresh, home-style cooking. Cyclists can order ahead for quick pickup via the website's online ordering system.

value: Illo Kimbap Cafe

wow_evidence: health-focused Korean eatery … specializing in handcrafted kimbap made with whole grains and non-processed ingredients


value: 1173 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m; stands (3 spaces) at 100m. Total: 29 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Mr. Greek Donair Town is a family-run Afghan Mediterranean eatery on busy Granville Street in downtown Vancouver, known for generous portions of donairs, shawarmas, and crispy pistachio baklava made with fresh ingredients. Run by an Afghan family with a warm, community-hub atmosphere, it has earned strong local acclaim for its chicken donairs and attentive service. The high-foot-traffic Granville Street location makes it a convenient meal stop for cyclists passing through downtown Vancouver.

value: Mr. Greek

detail: Falafel Donair, Falafel Plate, and Falafel Salad listed on menu

signal: Donair/shawarma shop; mains $14-18 CAD; generous portions

wow_evidence: family-run Afghan Mediterranean eatery … strong local acclaim for its chicken donairs


value: 1518 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 9m; rack (7 spaces) at 20m; rack (7 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; rack (5 spaces) at 81m; rack (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: JINYA Ramen Bar

signal: JINYA Ramen Bar; ~$16-22pp


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 48m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe


bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Moresby Camp

source: camping

value: A free 11-site rec site on the shoreline of Mosquito Lake on Moresby Island, with a day-use shelter and boat launch; access is via the Moresby Mainline, an active forest service road typical of Haida Gwaii backcountry.

value: Mosquito Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 1503 Marine Drive, V7V 1H9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands at 42m; stands (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (4 spaces) at 80m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Esso


community: Cranbrook

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


value: 7188 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC V6X 1A1

community: Richmond

value: SureStay by Best Western Richmond Vancouver Airport is a mid-scale chain hotel on Westminster Highway in Richmond, positioned for quick access to Vancouver International Airport. The property includes complimentary breakfast and high-speed internet, and some rooms offer kitchen or kitchenette facilities, making it a practical base for multi-night stays. Richmond's dense restaurant corridor and proximity to the Fraser River delta make it a useful overnight stop for cyclists traveling the lower mainland.

detail: Website amenity badges explicitly list 'free-breakfast' for this property

signal: chain 'surestay'

wow_evidence: SureStay by Best Western


value: Nakusp, BC V0G 1R1, Canada

washroom_type: pit

community: Box Lake

value: A spacious open flat at the east end of a deep, narrow 4.5 km Kootenay lake, with campsites around a clearing suited for groups and good trout fishing in the lake and Fitzstubbs Creek; reached via 33–34 km of gravel FSR from Rosebery or a steep rough climb from Nakusp.

value: Wilson Lake East


value: 2099 5th Avenue, V2M 1K1

community: Prince George

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 9223 100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 3X3

community: Fort St. John

value: A restaurant in Fort St. John serving the local community. Website access was unavailable to verify menu options, dining style, or cyclist-specific amenities.

value: Mondos Restaurant

signal: no info; keep casual default


value: 21183 88 Avenue, Langley, V1M2G5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 49m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Bagel Classic Cafe is a bagel and coffee shop in Langley offering breakfast items and sandwiches. The cafe has outdoor seating where cyclists can rest and refresh. It provides a food stop for touring cyclists in the community.

value: Bagel Classic Cafe


value: Bella Bella, BC

blurb: Heiltsuk-guided boat tours from Bella Bella across Great Bear Rainforest channels and islands.

community: Campbell Island

value: YuWala Marine Charters operates out of Bella Bella, the gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest, offering Indigenous heritage and eco-tours led by knowledgeable Heiltsuk guides across the channels, fiords, and outer islands of BC's Central Coast. Tours include wildlife viewing of bears, wolves, whales, and eagles, as well as cultural storytelling, traditional salmon BBQs, and exploration of ancient clam gardens and rock carvings. The company also runs practical marine transportation — water taxis, dive charters, and crew shuttles — making it a key logistics hub for the remote Central Coast.

dwell: day

facet_confidence: low

label: salmon season & wildlife viewing

months: July August September

theme: nature

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: YuWala Marine Charters

origin: manual

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Heiltsuk-guided marine eco-tour charters; well above $35/person

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Heiltsuk-guided eco/cultural boat tours from Bella Bella — day-shaping guided experience. Filed as museum/gallery but is a tour operator.


value: 4386 Imperial Street

community: Burnaby

value: A European delicatessen in Vancouver specializing in specialty and imported groceries. A neighbourhood deli offering the kind of provisioning and local character that appeals to touring cyclists exploring the area.

value: Mini European Deli

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food

wow_evidence: European delicatessen...specializing in specialty and imported groceries


value: 5155 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC V5P 3V1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 50m; rack (4 spaces) at 53m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Bun Cha Ca Hoang Yen is a Vietnamese noodle-soup restaurant specializing in bún chả cá (fish cake vermicelli), phở, hủ tiếu, and a wide range of traditional appetizers, operating since at least 2012. The restaurant was a finalist for 'Best Vietnamese' in Vancouver in 2018 and announced a move to a larger 3,000 sq ft space with a patio and 150 seats. Touring cyclists would find a full Vietnamese menu with hearty, restorative noodle soups.

value: Bun Cha Ca Hoang Yen

signal: Main courses $17.95–$19.95; casual Vietnamese noodle house


community: Dawson Creek

value: A Walmart Supercenter located in Dawson Creek, BC — the southern terminus of the Alaska Highway and a major resupply hub for long-distance cyclists heading north. As a full-format Supercenter, it carries a broad grocery selection alongside general merchandise. For touring cyclists tackling the Alaska Highway corridor, this is one of the last large-format stores before entering more remote stretches of northern BC.

value: Walmart

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter... grocery listed as a department


value: 2668 Sooke Road

community: Langford

value: Glen Lake Liquor & More is a liquor and convenience store situated on Sooke Road in the Glen Lake area west of Victoria. It sits along a popular cycling corridor connecting the city to the Highlands and Sooke, making it a practical stop for riders heading in or out of town. The 'More' in its name suggests a convenience offering beyond spirits and beer.

value: Glen Lake Liquor & More


value: 2109 Forest Ave, Kitimat BC V8C 2G7

blurb: Kitimat's visitor centre, with a local-artisan gift collective inside.

community: Kitimat

value: The Kitimat Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre has been connecting local businesses and welcoming visitors since 1955. Housed within is the Coastline Collective Gift Store, featuring handmade goods and souvenirs from over 20 local artisans alongside maps, brochures, and community information. It is a natural first stop for touring cyclists arriving in Kitimat who want local knowledge, regional brochures, and a taste of the community's creative economy.

value: Kitimat Visitor Centre & Chamber of Commerce

signal: chamber visitor centre + artisan gift store, free entry

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: VC since 1955 with a 20-artisan gift collective; VC anchor band.


label: rainbow trout fishing

months: June July August September

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: McCalls Landing

value: A fee-for-service fishing lake doubling as a water supply reservoir, with abundant small rainbow trout and a resident site operator; access requires roughly 24 km of mixed pavement (often poor condition) and maintained gravel forest service road.

value: Emma Lake Forest Service Recreation Site


value: 104 - 2760 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2T 4S6

community: Abbotsford

value: Abby Bike Shop is a family-run bicycle shop founded by Dao Tran, who brings over 30 years of bike servicing experience previously at The Bike Shop on Ware Street in Abbotsford. The shop offers repair and maintenance, sales of new bicycles across multiple brands, and a broad selection of parts and accessories. Touring cyclists will find a knowledgeable, longtime local mechanic who prioritizes speedy turnaround.

value: Abby Bike Shop

detail: Website explicitly states 'Same day service could be offered for minor repairment.'

wow_evidence: over 30 years of bike servicing experience … same-day service for minor repairs


value: 4308 Main Street, Whistler, V0N 1B4

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 43m; stands (8 spaces) at 47m; stands (8 spaces) at 73m; stands (8 spaces) at 95m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 40 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: A Delta Hotels by Marriott property located in central Whistler Village. This upscale hotel serves touring cyclists visiting the popular Whistler cycling area and offers proximity to dining and services.

value: Delta Whistler Village Suites

signal: chain 'delta hotel'


value: 3190 271 Street, Aldergrove, V4W 3H7

blurb: Local archives with a telephone museum run by the heritage society.

community: Aldergrove

value: The Aldergrove Community Archives & Telephone Museum is operated by the Alder Grove Heritage Society, a registered non-profit charity since 1990 dedicated to preserving the history of the Aldergrove region through artifacts, archives, and heritage buildings. The society runs an active digitization programme—including a full run of the local Aldergrove Star newspaper on microfilm—and hosts annual Community Heritage Days. Admission is by donation, making it a low-barrier cultural stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa

theme: history

value: Aldergrove Community Museum & Archives

signal: Admission is by Donation

wow_evidence: Heritage society archives plus a telephone museum — quirky small-museum stop.


value: 8056 Nesters Rd #1, Whistler, BC V8E 0G4, Canada

category: Transport

value: Whistler Shuttle provides transportation services to and from Whistler, accommodating bicycles on their shuttles. Accommodates bicycles: bikes can be transported on shuttles with advance notice. Passenger + bike: shuttles can carry both passengers and their bikes

value: Whistler Shuttle

origin: transport

detail: Bagged/boxed bikes permitted spring/summer/fall if booked in advance; per-bike fee

subcategory: Shuttle


value: 785 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (18 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 48m; stands (3 spaces) at 56m; stands (5 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (10 spaces) at 62m; stands (4 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (4 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 71 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Honeybrew Bar + Bistro is a community-focused bar and bistro on Davie Street in Vancouver's West End, inspired by the founder's Slovenian grandmother's strudel recipe. The menu spans warm, flaky strudels and shareable savory plates by day through to craft cocktails, local BC beers on tap, and wines by night. Its location in the heart of one of Vancouver's most bikeable neighbourhoods, with both indoor and outdoor seating, makes it a natural rest stop for cyclists passing through the West End.

value: Honeybrew Strudel Bar

detail: Website food menu includes multiple vegetarian dishes: Cauliflower Bites (tempura, soy glaze), Mediterranean Hummus, Spinach Dip, Taters, and fruit strudels

detail: Not explicitly confirmed by website content

wow_evidence: community-focused bar and bistro...inspired by the founder's Slovenian grandmother's strudel recipe


value: 40367 Tantalus Way, Garibaldi Highlands, Squamish, BC V0N 1T0

community: Squamish

value: Essence of India is a long-established Indian restaurant in the Garibaldi Highlands neighbourhood of Squamish, founded and helmed by Chef Don, who honed his craft across Greek, Italian, French, and Punjabi cuisines before opening this spot. The menu features classics like butter chicken, biryani, tandoori dishes, and fresh naan, with dine-in, takeout, and catering all available. It sits in a suburban commercial area and would serve as a warm sit-down meal stop for cyclists tackling the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

value: Essence of India

signal: Indian, butter chicken/biryani/tandoori; ~$16-26pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: Penticton, BC, CA

community: Penticton

value: Grape Savvy Wine Tours is an Indigenous-owned hop-on, hop-off trolley and private tour company operating in Penticton and along the Naramata Bench, founded by Métis entrepreneur Savannah 'Savvy' Swaisland. The company offers curated winery tours, corporate charters, wedding transportation, and the unique 'Saddle Up & Sip' experience developed in collaboration with Syilx/Okanagan-owned businesses. For touring cyclists, it represents a way to extend a wine-country visit without pedalling between stops, and the hop-on, hop-off format means bikes could potentially be left at a hub while riders explore by trolley.

value: Grape Savvy Wine Tours

detail: Private tours include personal charcuterie boxes and optional catered lunch; the Sip & Ride Trolley Tour includes complimentary snacks and refreshments onboard

signal: Hop-on-hop-off wine tour/trolley company, not a dining venue


community: West Kelowna

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1531 Johnston Road, White Rock

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 43m; rack at 52m.

community: White Rock

value: Pizza Dough Therapy by Ojas Blend is an independent artisan pizza shop on Johnston Road in White Rock, offering an eclectic lineup of globally inspired pies—think jerk chicken and pineapple, palak paneer, and chipotle chorizo alongside classic margherita. The menu is unusually broad for a fast-food format, with a full vegetarian section and vegan cheese available as an add-on. Pickup orders can be placed online, making it a convenient refuelling stop on the White Rock waterfront cycling corridor.

value: Pizza Dough Therapy by Ojas Blend

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'VEGGIE MEDLEY' section with seven vegetarian pizzas; 'VEGAN CHEESE' and 'NUTRITIONAL YEAST' are listed as add-on options


community: Port Coquitlam

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


bike_access: easy

character: destination

price_band: standard

community: River Jordan

value: A 79-site vehicle-accessible forested campground at the east end of Juan de Fuca Provincial Park, with trail connections to China Beach and Second Beach on the Strait of Juan de Fuca; the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail trailhead is roughly 1 km west, making this a serious coastal hiking base.

value: China Beach Campground

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: 79-site vehicle-accessible forested campground... drinking_water=yes... Pacific Marine Circle Route


value: 980 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2H3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (6 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; rack (20 spaces, covered) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m. Total: 42 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Taste of Village Indian Kitchen & Bar is an authentic Indian restaurant in downtown Victoria offering a menu of over 150 dishes spanning tandoori sizzlers, biryani, street food, breads, and desserts, all prepared with fresh daily ingredients and traditional recipes. The restaurant highlights both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options across its broad menu, making it one of the more comprehensive Indian dining options in the city centre. Pickup and delivery are available directly through the website.

value: Taste of Village Indian Kitchen & Bar

detail: Dedicated 'Main Course - Veg' section with 26 items (e.g., Aloo Gobhi, Bhindi Do Pyaza, Bhartha) plus vegetarian tandoori options including Paneer Tikka and Malai Paneer Tikka

signal: Main courses $17.99–$22.99; casual delivery/pickup Indian restaurant


value: 1045 Main Street, Okanagan Falls, BC

community: Okanagan Falls

value: The OK Falls Hotel is a combined pub, bar & grill, and boutique hotel in Okanagan Falls, sitting three blocks from the shores of Skaha Lake. The kitchen serves elevated pub fare built around local Okanagan ingredients — burgers, fresh-caught seafood, and comfort plates — in a relaxed setting with a patio. Freshly renovated suites make it a viable overnight stop for cyclists touring the South Okanagan wine corridor.

value: OK Falls Hotel

detail: Website states suites offer 'high-speed Wi-Fi'; confirmed for hotel guests, not explicitly extended to bar/restaurant patrons

signal: amenity=pub


value: 1212 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (3 spaces) at 78m; stands (3 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (4 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 38 spaces.

value: The Ambassador Hotel is a three-storey hotel on Granville Street in downtown Vancouver, situated in an area with dense transit links and walkable amenities. Its Granville Street location places it near the entertainment district and close to the Granville Bridge cycling corridor. The hotel's current operational status is uncertain as its domain has lapsed and been taken over by a third-party hosting company.

value: Ambassador Hotel

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Domain appears parked; no lodging rates or amenities visible

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 445 Head Street, Esquimalt, V9A 5S1

washroom_type: flush

community: Esquimalt

value: Indigenous-owned full-service RV resort and marina on Esquimalt Harbour with waterfront views of Victoria's inner harbour, less than 4 km from downtown; designed exclusively for large motorhomes with no tent sites and RV rates starting at $82/night, making it a poor fit for most cycle tourists.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Salish Seaside RV Haven

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: owned by the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations


value: 3679 Westminster Highway, Richmond, V7C 5V2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 31m; stands at 63m; rack at 81m.

community: Richmond

value: Edokko Nigiri Sushi is a dine-in Japanese restaurant in Richmond's Terra Nova neighbourhood specializing in traditional Edomae-style nigiri sushi, part of the Takeya Sushi Group which has served Richmond since 2000. The kitchen is led by chefs with 10+ years of training from traditional sushi restaurants in Japan, focusing on seasonal ingredients. Reservations are accepted but highly limited, with an online waitlist system available.

value: Edokko Nigiri Sushi

detail: Website banner states: 'We are dine-in only. For takeout orders, please contact Takeya Sushi.'

signal: Edomae nigiri sushi, competitive prices; ~$18-28pp


value: 1321 Trans Canada Highway, Sicamous, BC, V0E 2V0

community: Sicamous

value: The Anchor Riverfront Motel is a two-storey, 16-room motel situated along the Eagle River at the eastern entrance to Sicamous on the Trans-Canada Highway, midway between Vancouver and Calgary. In addition to standard motel rooms, the property offers a campground at the back with tenting sites, RV spaces, an outdoor kitchen with BBQ, and washroom/shower facilities. Sicamous sits at the junction of Mara and Shuswap lakes with over 700 hiking and biking trails in the surrounding area, making this a practical overnight stop for Highway 1 touring cyclists.

value: Anchor Riverfront Motel

detail: "Laundry Facilities" listed under campground amenities on the Rates & Reservations page

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 20689 Willoughby Town Centre Drive, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 34m; bollard (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (4 spaces) at 60m; stands (6 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; rack (7 spaces) at 93m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Langley

value: strEATS is a Canadian fast-casual chain serving globally-inspired street foods — tacos, poutines, perogies, and more — made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The Willoughby location sits in a town centre retail complex in Langley. The brand emphasizes environmental sustainability through eco-friendly packaging and gives back to local communities through its Streats4Streets taco donation program.

value: strEATS

signal: Visible price $4.2, street food items (tacos/poutines), counter-service

wow_evidence: Canadian fast-casual chain


value: 4801 Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 66m.

value: McDonald's


value: The Pho'enix Diner is a Vietnamese restaurant in Chilliwack featuring outdoor terrace seating. The establishment specializes in pho and Vietnamese noodle dishes in a casual dining setting.

value: The Pho'enix Diner

signal: Vietnamese pho diner; bowls ~$16-19


value: 7571 6th St, Burnaby, BC, Canada, V3N3M4

community: Burnaby

value: LR Pizza & Curry is a Burnaby fast-food restaurant that fuses classic Canadian-style pizza with a full South Asian kitchen covering tandoori, curry, and Indo-Chinese dishes — an unusually broad menu under one roof. Unique offerings like Desi Style pizzas (Tandoori Chicken, Palak Paneer, Shahi Paneer) sit alongside extensive beef, lamb, and seafood curries, giving cyclists a substantial and varied refuelling option. Indoor seating is confirmed via OSM.

value: LR Pizza & Curry

detail: Menu lists numerous vegetarian items including Veg Samosa, Veg Pakora, Gobi Pakora, Paneer Pakora, Aloo Tikki, Palak Paneer Pizza, Spinach Pizza, Shahi Paneer Pizza, and multiple paneer and vegetable curry dishes


value: 26426 Fraser Highway, V2Y 0Y7

value: strEATS is a Canadian fast-casual chain serving globally inspired street foods—think loaded pierogies, tacos, and buffalo-sauced dishes—made with fresh ingredients. The Aldergrove location sits on Fraser Highway in the Lower Mainland, positioning it as a potential refuelling stop for cyclists travelling this busy corridor. The brand highlights sustainability practices and community charity work alongside its eclectic, cross-cultural menu.

value: strEATS Aldergrove


value: 137 BC-24, Little Fort, BC V0E 2C0, Canada

community: Little Fort

value: Lost Horse Motel is a motel in the Okanagan & Thompson region of British Columbia serving travelers passing through the area.

value: Lost Horse Motel


value: 26391 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove, V4W 2Z7

value: Tomo Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant located in Aldergrove, serving the community with daily operations. It provides an accessible dining option for cyclists passing through the area. The establishment's online presence and current website suggest it is an active, regularly operating business.

value: Tomo Sushi

signal: sushi restaurant; $15-30/person


value: 12788 King George Boulevard, Surrey

community: Surrey


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 39m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


community: Bankeir

value: A free, reservation-free wilderness hut in the Okanagan & Thompson backcountry, operated by the Osprey Snowheelers snowmobile club. The shelter features a fireplace but has no drinking water, no mattresses, and no internet. Publicly accessible with no fee, it offers a basic roofed rest point in a remote setting.

value: Osprey Snowheelers Shelter

label: Rock-bottom

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: snowmobile club shelter; drinking_water=no, mattress=no, no cyclist infrastructure


value: 4102 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P7

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 24m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 65m; safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; rack at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 51 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Helen's Grill is a classic old-school diner on Main Street in Vancouver, a well-travelled urban cycling corridor. The single-storey spot serves diner staples and has been a neighbourhood fixture long enough to cultivate a loyal local following. For a touring cyclist rolling through South Vancouver, it offers a sit-down meal in an unpretentious, no-fuss setting.

value: Helen's Grill

signal: old-school diner; ~$14-20pp


value: P.O. Box 365, Nelson, BC, V1L 5R2

blurb: Six-line guided zipline above Kokanee Creek canyon, with views to Kootenay Lake.

community: Crescent Bay

value: Kokanee Mountain Zipline operates a six-line guided zipline tour above Kokanee Creek Canyon within Kokanee Creek Provincial Park, situated on 44 acres of old-growth Douglas fir and pine forest. The tour covers nearly a mile of ziplines with views stretching to Kootenay Lake and the Kokanee Glacier, and is billed as the original zipline company in the West Kootenay region. A touring cyclist looking for a half-day adventure detour near Nelson will find a fully guided, family-friendly experience with a strong safety and ecotourism focus.

theme: adventure

value: Kokanee Mountain Zipline

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: guided zipline tour ~$100+ (N/A-to-Premium re-split)

wow_evidence: Six-line guided zipline over Kokanee Creek canyon, the West Kootenay's original — Hell's Gate-style guided thrill experience. Actual operator name is Kokanee Mountain Zipline; filed as Park/Nature.


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 68m.

community: Chilliwack

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 103-833 102 Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 2B4

community: Dawson Creek

value: The Health Food Centre is a family-owned and operated health store that has served Dawson Creek for 49 years, making it a long-standing institution in this northern BC community. The store stocks a broad range of wellness products including supplements, bulk herbs, GF and vegan food options, aromatherapy, natural beauty care, and an in-store refillery station for eco-friendly household products. For touring cyclists passing through Dawson Creek, it offers a useful stop for specialty dietary staples and natural health supplies.

value: Dawson Creek Health Food Centre


value: 5688 Yew St, Vancouver, BC V6M 3Y3

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 17m; bollard (2 spaces) at 21m; bollard (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; bollard (2 spaces) at 91m; bollard (2 spaces) at 92m; rack (4 spaces) at 94m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Shota Sushi & Grill is a Japanese restaurant in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood offering an extensive menu that spans sushi, sashimi, nigiri, tempura, BBQ, hotpot, udon, and rice bowls. The bilingual English-Chinese menu and broad selection — including kids meals and a dedicated vegetarian combo — reflect a welcoming, full-service dining experience. Online ordering is available directly through the website, making it a convenient stop for cyclists looking to order ahead.

value: Shota Sushi & Grill

detail: Dedicated 'Vegetarian Combo 素食套餐' listed on the menu (Victoria roll, mushroom, asparagus, seaweed, corn, inari sushi)

signal: Roll combos $16.95–$31.95; most sushi/roll combos $20–$32


value: 6896 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, V9V 1P6

community: Nanaimo

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 4368 Main Street, Whistler, V0N 1B4

community: Whistler

value: Established in 1997, Tandoori Grill is one of Whistler's longest-running Indian restaurants, occupying a second-floor space at the corner of Main Street and Northlands Boulevard. The kitchen specialises in clay-oven tandoor cooking at 600 °F — a technique rooted in Mughal culinary tradition — using free-range chicken, premium lamb, and Oceanwise seafood. Touring cyclists will find a broad menu that accommodates vegans, vegetarians, and gluten-free diets, with pickup and local delivery also available.

value: Tandoori Grill

detail: Website states 'lots of options for vegans, vegetarians' and 'Tandoori Grill's gluten-free menu also features a great VEGETARIAN MENU'

signal: Indian tandoor, Whistler; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: Established in 1997, one of Whistler's longest-running Indian restaurants


value: 1804 Main Street, Penticton, BC

community: Penticton

value: A 24/7 McDonald's franchise on Main Street in Penticton offering burgers, McCafé beverages, and a full breakfast menu. The location operates Drive-Thru, Curbside, and McDelivery services, making it a quick stop for cyclists needing a fast refuel. As a large chain restaurant, it is one of the more accessible food options along the Penticton corridor.

value: McDonald's


value: Columbia-Shuswap, BC V0A 1L0, Canada

bike_access: hard

kid_friendly: no

community: McMurdo

value: A single remote campsite on a small Kootenays lake, set just past a beaver pond deep in the forest service road network; the rough access road crosses a waterway with no turnarounds, and the recommended approach is to park at the creek and walk the last stretch to the lake.

value: Summit Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: single remote campsite...rough access road crosses a waterway with no turnarounds


community: Cherryville

value: A tiny, treed walk-in site at Kate Lake reached by a 2.5 km trail that begins 4.5 km along a very rough 4WD track off a long forest service road — genuinely remote, no confirmed facilities, and signed grizzly bear habitat. Essentially inaccessible to a loaded touring bike.

value: Kate Lake Recreation Site


value: 405 Cranbrook Street North, Cranbrook, BC V1C 3R5

community: Cranbrook

value: The Sandman Inn Cranbrook is a full-service hotel on Cranbrook Street North, part of the national Sandman Hotels chain, featuring an indoor pool, fitness centre, and an on-site Denny's restaurant. The property has earned Silver Certification from GreenStep Solutions under Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards. Room options include studios with full kitchens, making it a practical base for multi-day touring cyclists needing space to prepare food.

value: Sandman Inn Cranbrook

detail: USB Charging Ports listed as a standard room feature on the individual room detail page

detail: On-site Denny's Restaurant listed as a dining option in amenities and individual room pages

signal: Genuine Sandman Inn, full-service with pool and Denny's


value: 2082 Comox Avenue

community: Comox

value: Port Augusta Inn is a hotel located on Comox Avenue in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. The business offers wireless internet access according to OSM records. Further details about bike facilities and amenities could not be confirmed due to website access failure.

value: Port Augusta Inn

signal: older inn on Comox Ave; $100-140


value: 9812 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia V8L 3E7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 43m; rack (3 spaces) at 68m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Fish on 5th is a family-owned fish and chips restaurant in Sidney, BC, operating for over 20 years and known locally as a favourite. The menu features fresh, locally sourced seafood alongside a dedicated vegan menu — an unusual combination that has earned it regional press coverage. The restaurant also offers catering and private event hosting.

value: Fish on 5th

detail: Website explicitly advertises vegan options: 'also serving delicious vegan options' and references 'side-by-side menus, offering both plant-based food and fresh-off-the-boat seafood'

wow_evidence: operating for over 20 years … earned it regional press coverage


value: 500 Notre Dame Dr #200, Kamloops, BC V2C 6T6, Canada

community: Kamloops

value: Dolson's Source For Sports is the Kamloops location of Canada's largest sports equipment buying group, Source For Sports. The store specializes in hockey, skiing, lacrosse, racquet sports, and outdoor recreation gear, offering a wide range of equipment services from skate sharpening to ski stone grinding. A touring cyclist might find athletic apparel, water bottles, hydration gear, and trail/hiking accessories here, but the store shows no dedicated cycling focus.

value: Dolson's Source For Sports

subcategory: Outdoor Gear


value: 2129 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, V9S 1H8

value: Family of Riders Bike Co is a full-service bicycle shop on Bowen Road in Nanaimo stocking a broad range of bikes—mountain, gravel, electric, commuter, and children's—from brands including Devinci, Norco, and Orbea. Professionally trained technicians assess every bike alongside the customer before work begins, and the shop offers both comprehensive tune-up packages and a-la-carte repairs. The shop also organizes the local 'Tour de Gnarnaimo Challenge,' inviting riders to explore every zone of Nanaimo by self-propelled means.

value: Family of Riders Bike Shop (FOR Bikes)

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: all bike are assessed with you before going in the stand


value: 3515 Cobble Hill Road, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L5

community: Cobble Hill

value: Olde School Coffee is a locally owned café in Cobble Hill, BC, operating out of a converted former preschool building. It serves freshly brewed coffee, real-fruit smoothies, breakfast wraps, sandwiches, and baked goods using local and organic ingredients where possible. Both a drive-thru window and a sit-down café space are available, making it a flexible stop for cyclists on the Cobble Hill road corridor.

value: Olde School Coffee

signal: cafe, coffee/wraps/sandwiches/baked goods; ~$8-14

wow_evidence: locally owned café in Cobble Hill, BC, operating out of a converted former preschool building ... both a drive-thru window and a sit-down café space are available


value: 6716 W Coast Rd #5, Sooke, BC V9Z 1H4

community: Sooke

value: West Coast Natural Foods is a long-established health food store in Sooke serving the community since 1980. It carries organic and natural groceries including quality meat and fish alongside a broad range of vitamins, minerals, herbal remedies, and nutritional supplements from brands such as Natural Factors, Sisu, and Flora. For a touring cyclist passing through Sooke, it offers a compact resupply stop for whole foods and wellness products.

value: West Coast Natural Foods


bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (12 spaces) at 30m; stands (6 spaces) at 55m; stands (20 spaces) at 62m; stands (12 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (28 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (16 spaces) at 99m. Total: 100 spaces.

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 4415 Skyline Drive, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Pho d'lite is a Vietnamese restaurant specializing in pho. With indoor seating and a no-smoking policy, it offers a comfortable stop for touring cyclists seeking a reliable meal.

value: Pho d'lite

signal: pho restaurant; bowls ~$16-19


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 73m.

community: Delta

value: Illuminaté Restorante is an owner-operated upscale Italian restaurant in Tsawwassen, run for over a decade by husband-and-wife team Chef Roland (trained at the French Culinary Institute in New York, with a Tuscan-style approach) and partner Joeqyna. The menu spans wood-fired pizzas, fresh handmade pastas, West Coast seafood, and dry-aged steaks, complemented by an extensive wine list and local artwork adorning the walls. Its location minutes from the BC Ferries terminal and Tsawwassen Mills makes it a convenient stop for cyclists arriving or departing via ferry.

value: Illuminate Restorante

detail: Menu marks multiple items as 'V – Vegetarian' across lighter fare, soups & salads, and pizza sections (e.g., Portabella mushroom soup, Illuminate salad, Funghi pizza, Gnocchi gorgonzola, Funghi risotto)

signal: Named Chef Roland, extensive wine list, explicit fine-dining positioning

wow_evidence: owner-operated... Chef Roland trained at the French Culinary Institute in New York... over a decade


value: 535 Yates Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Saint Cecilia is a specialty coffee and made-to-order soft-serve ice cream shop in downtown Victoria built around a stay-awhile philosophy — guests are encouraged to bring a book or laptop and settle in. The coffee program rotates weekly through diverse roasters and origins, served as espresso or hand brew, while the ice cream uses locally produced bases from Parachute Ice Cream with fruit sourced from named BC farms. The shop also stocks slow-fashion garments and home-brew coffee equipment, giving it a curated neighbourhood feel well beyond a standard café.

value: Saint Cecilia

detail: Menu explicitly lists Vegan Coconut ice cream base, Cowgirl Cookie (Vegan/GF), and oat milk available for espresso and hot chocolate drinks

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 1111 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 59m; rack at 66m; rack at 72m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Drive Canteen is a community-oriented snack bar and non-alcoholic bottle shop on Vancouver's bustling Commercial Drive, established in 2021. It offers locally made snacks, a curated selection of sophisticated non-alcoholic beverages, eclectic goods, and even a dedicated pet section. Situated on one of Vancouver's most bike-friendly corridors, it makes a distinctive pit stop for cyclists seeking a refreshment without alcohol.

value: The Drive Canteen

signal: snack bar & non-alc bottle shop; ~$6-12


value: 3100 Tillicum Road, Victoria, V9A 6T2

blurb: Saanich multi-sport rec centre and arena in Tillicum.

value: Pearkes Recreation Centre is a municipally operated multi-sport facility run by Saanich Parks & Recreation in the Tillicum neighbourhood of Victoria. As a full-service community recreation centre, it serves as a practical stop for touring cyclists passing through the western side of the city. The centre is publicly accessible and part of the broader Saanich Parks & Recreation network.

setting: mixed

theme: recreation

value: Pearkes Recreation Centre

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal multi-sport arena facility, no pool — standard rec 1/1.


value: Day To Day Grocery & Produce is a South Asian wholesale cash-and-carry grocery chain operating under Guruji Foods Inc., founded in 2020. It specializes in South Asian staples — premium basmati rice, Ayurvedic herbs, exotic spices, fresh fruits and vegetables — stocking over 5,000 products across its BC locations. The chain positions itself as one of the largest South Asian grocery stores in the Lower Mainland, with locations in Surrey, Delta, Langley, Abbotsford, Victoria, and Kamloops.

value: Day To Day Grocery & Produce

wow_evidence: South Asian wholesale cash-and-carry grocery chain... locations in Surrey, Delta, Langley, Abbotsford, Victoria, and Kamloops


value: 487 Island Hwy E Parksville BC

community: Parksville

value: Papa's Burgers is a homestyle burger joint on Vancouver Island's Highway 19A corridor in Parksville, known for hand-cut fries, creamy milkshakes, and poutine made from fresh daily ingredients. The restaurant has built a strong local following with consistently five-star Google reviews praising food quality and service. A touring cyclist rolling through Parksville would find this a well-regarded quick-service stop with online ordering available.

value: Papa's Burgers

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 115 Chapel Street, Unit 101, Nanaimo, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m. Total: 2 spaces.

blurb: Pottery studio in downtown Nanaimo with drop-in Saturday wheel sessions.

value: A community pottery studio and gallery in downtown Nanaimo run by professional artists and potters. Offers drop-in Saturday night pottery wheel sessions requiring no experience, making it accessible to passing visitors. Also features rotating artist-in-residence exhibitions in the gallery space.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Nanaimo Ceramic Arts Studio & Gallery

signal: No admission price stated; artist studio/gallery with public hours

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Community pottery studio with drop-in Saturday wheel nights, no experience needed — hands-on fun.


value: 103 – 1770 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5G8

value: Nature's Fare Markets is a well-established natural and organic grocery chain that has served Penticton since 1998, moving to this larger Main Street location in 2018. The store carries certified organic produce, ethically sourced meat and dairy, vitamins, and clean beauty products alongside a Bistro offering local, organic grab-and-go meals, entrees, and smoothies. With over 40 employees and a long-tenured store manager, it functions as a full-service health-focused supermarket — a strong resupply point for cyclists seeking quality whole foods.

value: Nature's Fare Markets

detail: On-site Bistro described as 'fuel up with local, organic and sustainable foods and drinks'; grab-and-go salads, entrees, and breakfast also listed


value: 1045 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 28m; rack at 65m; rack at 70m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Choices Market on Commercial Drive is part of Western Canada's largest natural and organic food grocery chain, emphasizing locally sourced and Canadian-produced products. The Commercial Drive location sits on one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors, making it a convenient provisioning stop for touring cyclists passing through the city. The store carries an extensive selection of organic, natural, and local food items.

value: Choices Market

wow_evidence: Western Canada's largest grocer of natural and organic foods


value: 1400 Derby Road, Victoria, BC

community: Saanich

value: The Derby Restaurant is a licensed dining room located on the second floor of the Cedar Hill Golf Course Clubhouse, operated by Lakeland Golf Management on behalf of the District of Saanich. The menu leans toward casual favourites including house-ground burgers, seafood chowder, and fresh fish tacos, alongside starters and desserts. A separate Derby Express counter offers a faster service option, and the clubhouse is fully accessible via elevator with accessible washrooms on site.

value: The Derby Restaurant


value: 1517 Quadra Street, Victoria, V8W2L3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 67m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Wildfire Bakery is a small, family-owned artisan bakery on Victoria's Quadra Street, operating since 1998 and specializing in naturally leavened sourdough breads baked in a wood-fired oven. They grind all their whole grain flours using a custom stone mill, sourcing certified organic and mostly BC-grown wheat, spelt, and rye. Cyclists will find a broad selection of fresh loaves, croissants, muffins, pastries, custom cakes, and packaged grocery items like pasta and granola.

value: Wildfire Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: operating since 1998 and specializing in naturally leavened sourdough breads baked in a wood-fired oven... grind all their whole grain flours using a custom stone mill


community: Summerland

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 795 Ryan Rd #3, Courtenay, BC V9N 3R6, Canada

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

community: Courtenay

value: OPA! of Greece is a Canadian Greek quick-service restaurant chain operating since 1998, serving souvlaki, pita wraps, gyros, calamari, and Greek salads. It is one of the largest Greek QSR chains in North America, with numerous BC locations. A touring cyclist would find familiar, filling Greek-inspired fast food with both dine-in and takeout options.

value: OPA! of Greece

detail: Menu includes falafel snack bites, spanakopita, hummus & pita, and multiple salads, indicating vegetarian options. No explicit vegan or gluten-free claims found

signal: QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) designation, wrap/bowl/salad menu format

wow_evidence: souvlaki, pita wraps, gyros, calamari, and Greek salads... dine-in and takeout options


value: 5688 Fraser St., Vancouver, BC V5W2Z4

value: Camy's Pizza Sweets and Curry House is a neighborhood fast-food restaurant on Fraser Street blending classic and gourmet pizza with a full Indian cuisine menu. Signature items like Butter Chicken Gourmet Pizza and Shahi Paneer Pizza reflect the fusion focus, alongside traditional South Asian dishes such as Paneer Tikka and Dal Makhani. Pickup orders are available, making it a practical refueling stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Street corridor.

value: Camy's Pizza

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian options: Vegetarian Pizza, Veggie Mediterranean Feast Pizza, Creamy Veggie Paneer Pizza, Pesto Garden Pizza, Dal Makhani, Palak Paneer, Chana Masala, Shahi Paneer, Malai Kofta, Veggie Manchurian, Paneer Pakora, Paneer Tikka, and more. Menu legend notes a vegetarian marker

wow_evidence: neighbourhood fast-food restaurant on Fraser Street


value: BC-93, Edgewater, V0A 1E0

community: Edgewater

value: McLeod Meadows is a frontcountry Parks Canada campground in a wide river meadow along the Kootenay River — a classic overnight anchor on the Banff-to-Radium corridor with wildlife-rich scenery; a national park entry pass plus camping permit are required and summer reservations fill fast.

value: McLeod Meadows Campground

ownership: National park

wow_evidence: Parks Canada campground...classic overnight anchor on the Banff-to-Radium corridor...88 tent-capable sites and toilets=yes


value: 6181 Fraser Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (3 spaces) at 25m; stands (3 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; rack (4 spaces) at 68m; rack (4 spaces) at 68m; rack (3 spaces) at 84m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Dosa Corner is an authentic South Indian restaurant on Fraser Street in Vancouver that has been operating since 2012. The menu spans a wide range of dosas, idlis, vadas, chutneys, and South Indian soups alongside chicken, mutton, and seafood dishes, earning a Best Indian Award in 2019. The restaurant bills itself as a family-style spot, making it a solid stop for cyclists wanting a filling, flavour-forward meal on the Fraser Street corridor.

value: Dosa Corner

detail: Menu extensively labels dishes as '(Veg)'; About Us page states dosas 'are usually considered appropriate for vegetarians and individuals with wheat allergies.'

signal: South Indian dosa, apps $6.99-18.99; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: operating since 2012...earning a Best Indian Award in 2019


value: 1669 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2J5

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 12m; rack (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (3 spaces) at 30m; stands (3 spaces) at 36m; wave (5 spaces) at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 63m; stands (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Rosemary Rocksalt is a Montreal-style bagelry on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, hand-rolling and honey-boiling bagels before baking them in a traditional stone-hearth open-flame oven daily. The café serves a full menu of bagel sandwiches, soups, sides, and take-home grocery items and is one of three Lower Mainland locations. It is notably one of the few food businesses in the area that accepts Bitcoin Lightning payments.

value: Rosemary Rocksalt

detail: Menu lists Cashew Cream Cheese as '(Vegan)', Butternut Squash Soup as 'Vegetarian & Gluten Free', Broccoli Cheddar Soup as 'Vegetarian', and the North Shore sandwich as a garden veggie option. Catering page notes 'Vegetarian options available upon request'

signal: Bagel sandwiches $9.50–$19.50; median ~$13–15 plus sides


value: 2473 Mount Newton Cross Road, Sidney, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 40m; rack (5 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m. Total: 15 spaces.

community: Central Saanich

value: A McDonald's drive-through and dine-in restaurant on Mount Newton Cross Road in Sidney, serving the full Canadian menu including burgers, chicken, breakfast, and McCafé beverages. Located on the Saanich Peninsula, it is a practical stop for touring cyclists moving between the BC Ferry terminal at Swartz Bay and the rest of Vancouver Island. The drive-through layout and takeaway options make it a quick resupply point for food and drinks.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 1245 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (8 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (14 spaces) at 64m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Uni Modern Japanese is a Japanese restaurant on Victoria's Wharf Street, near the Inner Harbour waterfront. The restaurant offers dine-in and online ordering with pickup, making it a convenient stop along the harbour cycling corridor. A welcoming spot for cyclists looking for a Japanese meal in the heart of downtown Victoria.

value: Uni Modern Japanese

signal: Japanese, dine-in/online; ~$16-26pp


value: 1644 Hillside Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 32m; rack at 50m; rack (10 spaces) at 64m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Marshalls


value: 9218 Young Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4R2

community: Chilliwack

value: Jim's Pizzeria and Spaghetti House is a well-established Chilliwack pizza and pasta spot known for dough made in-house daily and house sauce using local tomatoes. The broad menu covers specialty pizzas, lasagna, spaghetti, wings, and salads, with a dedicated gluten-free and vegan section. The business has two Chilliwack locations and offers both dine-in and delivery, making it a substantial meal stop for cyclists moving through the Fraser Valley.

value: Jim's Pizzeria

detail: Dedicated 'Gluten Free & Vegan' page: gluten-free crusts available in small, medium, and large; vegan Daiya cheese add-on for any pizza or pasta; vegetarian pizza listed on main menu

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: two Chilliwack locations … dough made in-house daily and house sauce using local tomatoes


value: 528 9th Avenue North, Golden, V0A 1H0

community: Golden

value: Dreamcatcher Hostel is a well-kept hostel in Golden, BC — a hub for cycling, hiking, and mountain adventure — offering private en-suite rooms, family rooms, and six-bed dorms with privacy curtains and personal lockers. The hostel prides itself on cleanliness, enforcing a strict no-shoe policy, and has a communal kitchen, garden with BBQ, and a boot drying room to handle the inevitable wet-gear days. Touring cyclists will appreciate the explicit secure bike and gear storage, laundry facilities, and the welcoming community atmosphere.

value: Dreamcatcher Hostel

detail: Dorm beds described as featuring 'bedside lights & outlets' providing in-room device charging for dorm guests

detail: Website lists 'Boot drying room for those rainy day hikes' in summer amenities and 'Boot drying room' in winter amenities

detail: Listed as 'Laundry' in both summer and winter amenities sections on the website

signal: tourism=hostel

detail: Website amenities list explicitly states 'Secure bike & gear storage' under summer amenities

subcategory: Hostel

wow_evidence: Secure bike & gear storage... laundry, a boot drying room


value: 1151 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 11m; rack (5 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Uncle Tetsu's is a Japanese cheesecake chain originating in Fukuoka, Japan, with a Vancouver location on busy Robson Street. The shop bakes everything fresh in an open-concept kitchen using locally sourced ingredients, producing their signature soft and fluffy Japanese cheesecakes, honey madeleines, and triple-baked cheese tarts. It is a well-known destination on one of Vancouver's main urban cycling corridors.

value: Uncle Tetsu's Cheesecake


value: 1317 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 0B5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (23 spaces, covered) at 28m; stands (4 spaces) at 44m. Total: 27 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: unclear

value: Bishop's Family Cycles is a Victoria cargo-bike specialist situated directly on the Blanshard bike lane between Yates and Johnson streets, making it easily accessible by bicycle. Founded by a family of active cyclists transplanted from Ontario and the US, the shop focuses on helping families, new commuters, and car-replacement cyclists find the right cargo, electric, and kids bikes from brands like Riese & Müller and Tern. They also carry a practical range of parts and tools — tubes, tires, brakes, pumps, and saddles — useful to a cyclist passing through.

value: Bishop's Family Cycles


value: 2646 Quadra Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 5G7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 81m; stands at 82m.

value: Caribbean Village Cafe is a small family-run kitchen on a quiet corner of Victoria's Quadra Street, cooking slow-simmered island dishes rooted in the owner's grandfather's recipes. The rotating menu leans on pimento-smoked jerk chicken, four-hour curry goat, oxtail, cou cou and fried fish, and Jamaica's ackee and saltfish — with key ingredients sourced from named growers. The atmosphere is deliberately relaxed and welcoming, with a record player, bright walls, and an open invitation to walk in and pull up a chair.

value: Caribbean Village Cafe

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items: Curried Veggie meal, Veggie samosas, Veggie roti, Curried Veggie patties, Spinach & Feta samosas, and vegetable soups (callaloo, sweet potato & carrot, pea)

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: small family-run kitchen… slow-simmered island dishes rooted in the owner's grandfather's recipes… open invitation to walk in and pull up a chair


value: 3736 Canada Way, Burnaby

value: Big Star Sandwich Co. is a Lower Mainland sandwich chain founded in 2013, now operating six locations across the region. The Burnaby shop on Canada Way specialises in hearty, made-to-order sandwiches built on a fresh rustic Filone roll with house slow-roasted beef, hand-pulled turkey, and other in-house cooked meats. Catering is available, and an online ordering option makes it a convenient refuelling stop on a longer ride.

value: Big Star Sandwich Co.

detail: GF not mentioned on website


value: 910 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L2

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (3 spaces) at 81m; stands (5 spaces) at 92m; bollard (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (3 spaces) at 96m; stands (5 spaces) at 96m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 98m; bollard (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 37 spaces.

value: Roxy Burger is a locally owned and operated full-service restaurant on Granville Street in Vancouver's entertainment district, serving generous portions of comfort food anchored by a broad menu of made-to-order burgers using Certified Angus Beef. The venue doubles as a late-night sports bar with daily live sports and events, and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. It's a practical refuelling stop for cyclists moving through downtown, with online ordering available.

value: Roxy Burger

detail: Menu lists a Veggie Burger: 'Soy veggie patties made special, just for us.'


value: #4-4286 Departure Bay Rd (Norwell Plaza), Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Tania's Restaurant is a long-established breakfast and lunch diner in Nanaimo's Norwell Plaza that has been feeding the community since 1993. The menu leans into all-day breakfast with locally sourced eggs and homemade hashbrowns, complemented by a lunch lineup of sourdough melts, gourmet burgers, and hearty soups. Both dine-in and takeout are available, making it a practical refueling stop for cyclists moving through the Departure Bay corridor.

value: Tania's Restaurant

detail: Menu includes a dedicated Vegetarian Omelette (cheese, green pepper, onion, mushroom, tomato) and gluten-free toast substitution options listed on the breakfast menu

signal: Most mains $15-20; sit-down breakfast/lunch diner since 1993

wow_evidence: long-established breakfast and lunch diner... feeding the community since 1993


value: 751 Vanalman Avenue

value: Red Barn Market


value: 1237 Adams Road

community: Bowen Island

value: Woodlands Guesthouse is a guest house listed in OpenStreetMap at 1237 Adams Road in the Vancouver area of British Columbia. Its Squarespace website has expired, leaving no current public information about the property's offerings or character. A touring cyclist considering this stop would need to contact the property directly via phone or email to verify it remains in operation.

value: Woodlands Guesthouse

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 3320 Jacombs Road, Richmond, V6V 1Z6

community: Richmond

value: The IKEA Restaurant is a Swedish cafeteria-style eatery on the second floor of IKEA Richmond, one of the busiest IKEA locations in Western Canada. It serves Swedish staples including breakfast, and is a rare opportunity for touring cyclists to refuel with a full sit-down meal in a large, climate-controlled setting. The store is currently undergoing an expansion, signalling continued investment in the Richmond location.

value: IKEA Restaurant

detail: Website states: 'Covered bike racks are available near the store entrance.'

detail: Covered bike racks near the store entrance and uncovered racks along Jacombs Rd confirmed by website

wow_evidence: covered bike racks near the store entrance, helmet lockers inside, free Wi-Fi


community: Campbell River

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


community: Cherryville

value: Small 2-site gated recreation site on Sugar Lake with beach and fishing access; entry requires stopping at the Sugar Lake 2 Mile operator first, and the site fills fast given its popularity.

value: Sugar Lake 1 Mile Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: beach and fishing access


value: 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 92m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Caffè Artigiano


value: 505 South Road, Gabriola, V0R 1X3

blurb: Gabriola's museum, with casts of the island's famous petroglyphs.

community: Gabriola

value: The Gabriola Museum is a community heritage institution operated by the Gabriola Historical and Museum Society, telling the stories of Gabriola Island's Indigenous Snuneymuxw people and settler communities through exhibits, archives, and events. Founded in 1986 and opened in 1995 on land donated by the McRae family, the museum also stewards 19 acres of conservation covenant land and features a gift shop with locally made goods. Cyclists arriving by BC Ferry from Nanaimo face a 1.2 km uphill ride from the Descanso Bay dock to reach the museum.

value: Gabriola Museum

signal: Admission to the Museum is by donation

wow_evidence: Community museum of Snuneymuxw and settler stories, known for its petroglyph casts (own knowledge).


value: 6749 BC-97, McLeese Lake, BC, V0L 1P0

blurb: Small community library beside Highway 97 at McLeese Lake.

community: McLeese Lake

value: The McLeese Lake Branch is a small community library serving the rural McLeese Lake area along Highway 97, operated as part of the 15-branch Cariboo Regional District Library network. It offers access to physical collections, digital lending (ebooks and audiobooks via Libby), and community programming. For touring cyclists on the Cariboo Highway corridor, it represents a quiet, publicly accessible rest stop in an otherwise sparsely serviced stretch of road.

days_closed: Mo We Th Fr Su

value: McLeese Lake Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Small rural library branch; ordinary intrinsic delight.


community: Keefers

value: A single rustic campsite inside Nahatlatch Park, surrounded by old-growth forest below glaciated peaks; the ~27 km approach on an active logging road is narrow, hilly, rough, and dusty, and all water must be treated before use.

value: Ranger Station Campsite

wow_evidence: capacity=1 … rough, narrow, active logging road … all water must be treated


character: utilitarian

value: A single-site, free BC rec site sitting on the forest access road to Holmes Lake southeast of Keefer Lake near Cherryville; no confirmed amenities and likely rustic.

value: Holmes Lake Recreation Site


value: 458 Juniper Road, V2J 4C6

community: Quesnel

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 409 9th Avenue North, Golden, V0A1H0

value: Four Points Books is a family-owned independent bookstore in downtown Golden, BC, operating out of what was formerly Bacchus Books and Cafe — the in-house Bacchus Café component remains part of the location. It bills itself as a place to browse, discover, and linger, championing Canadian voices and nurturing local culture as part of the Canadian independent bookselling community.

value: Four Points Books

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 125 16 Avenue North, Creston, V0B 1G5

community: Creston

value: Wild North Brewing Co. is a craft brewery and taproom in Creston, BC, situated just off Canyon St in the heart of the Creston Valley. The brewery emphasises locally sourced ingredients and an authentic approach to craft beer, pouring its own lineup in a taproom with a patio and a lively events calendar that includes trivia nights and community gatherings. It is a natural social hub for cyclists passing through the Kootenays on a longer touring route.

value: Wild North Brewing Co.

signal: brewery taproom + patio; ~$16-24pp

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: emphasises locally sourced ingredients; taproom with a patio and a lively events calendar


value: 720 Copping Street – Unit 106, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3N2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 68m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Black Kettle Brewing Company is a North Shore craft brewery and taproom that has been pouring house-crafted ales and lagers since opening in January 2014, founded by Bryan Lockhart and Phil Vanderborre in a no-frills industrial unit just past the rail tracks. The about page describes it as 'minutes down the Spirit Trail' and 'a casual & pet-friendly oasis,' making it a natural pit-stop for cyclists finishing a ride on the North Shore trail network. The kitchen turns out burgers, tacos, salads, and wings, and the pet-friendly patio hosts live music on Saturdays.

value: Black Kettle Tasting Lounge

detail: Menu lists 'Chicken Fingers (gluten free)', a 'Veggie Smash Burger' with Impossible™ patty, and a 'G.O.A.T Salad' with vegetarian toppings; Hibiscus Ginger Kombucha (ABV 0%) also available

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: 'minutes down the Spirit Trail' and 'a casual & pet-friendly oasis'


value: 6462 Kingsway

community: Burnaby

value: Papa John's is a pizza fast-food restaurant, part of the national franchise. It is notable to touring cyclists for its brand familiarity and quick-service model. The Kingsway location provides accessible meal service without requiring reservation or seated time.

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'

wow_evidence: part of the national franchise


value: KM 0.1 Attic Creek Road, Pink Mountain

community: Pink Mountain

value: Pink Mountain Lodge is an industrial work camp operated under the Right Choice Camp & Catering brand, now part of Dexterra Group's remote workforce hospitality division. Located at the northern end of the Alaska Highway corridor, it provides reservations-only lodging targeted at crews working remote resource extraction and construction projects. Touring cyclists passing through one of BC's most isolated stretches may find it a rare roofed option, but access appears to be oriented toward contracted workforce clients rather than the general public.

value: Right Choice Camp & Catering - Pink Mountain Lodge

detail: Dexterra/Right Choice open lodge amenities listed on website include 'laundry' as a standard offering

signal: industrial workforce camp (Dexterra), reservations-only, meals included; not tourist lodging, keep default


value: 2163 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 1V2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces, covered) at 43m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Royal Palace Seafood Restaurant is a Cantonese dim sum and seafood restaurant on East Hastings Street in Vancouver, offering an extensive menu spanning classic steamed and baked dim sum, rice flour rolls, seafood, hot pot, and multi-course set meals. The restaurant is rooted in traditional Cantonese cooking with dishes like har kau, xiao long bao, and lotus leaf sticky rice, making it a substantial sit-down meal option for cyclists exploring East Vancouver.

value: Royal Palace Seafood Restaurant

detail: Menu page includes a 'vegetarian' legend marker for items; explicitly vegetarian dishes include 'Deep-Fried Veggie Spring Rolls 田園素春卷' and plain rice rolls. No GF or vegan labelling confirmed

signal: Cantonese dim sum $9-11, set menus $31-37pp; ~$20-32pp


value: 3271 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H5

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 18m; rack (5 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; rack (5 spaces) at 39m; rack (7 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; rack (5 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; rack (6 spaces) at 94m; rack (5 spaces) at 100m. Total: 50 spaces.

value: Thai Basil is a Thai restaurant established in 2008 that has grown to four Vancouver locations; the West Broadway outpost sits in the Kitsilano area and offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery. The menu spans curries, noodle soups, salads, and appetizers with broad protein options including tofu. OSM records outdoor seating at this location.

value: Thai Basil

detail: Menu explicitly offers tofu as a protein substitute across curries, soups, and noodle dishes; Deep Fried Tofu and Mixed Veggie Salad are dedicated menu items

signal: Mains/curries $12.95, soups $10.50–13.50, all under $15 threshold

wow_evidence: grown to four Vancouver locations


community: Surrey

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 766 Yates Street, V8W 1L4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (23 spaces, covered) at 78m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Volta is a compact brunch spot in downtown Victoria with a Spanish-influenced edge, serving egg dishes with house-made brava sauce, pan con tomate, and chorizo alongside rich dark coffee. The kitchen turns out hearty hot sandwiches — cheesesteak, cubano, beef dip — as well as grab-and-go breakfast sandwiches and panini, making it a practical stop for a hungry cyclist passing through the Yates Street corridor. Everything is made in-house, from the potato hash to the jams and marinara.

value: Volta

detail: Multiple vegetarian options confirmed: mushroom and leek substitution for bacon/chorizo, veggie cheesesteak, eggplant parmigiana, and a rotating vegetarian soup. No vegan or GF claims found

wow_evidence: grab-and-go breakfast sandwiches and panini... Everything is made in-house


value: 10020 152 Street, Surrey, V3R 8X8

value: Circle K is a 24/7 convenience store and petrol station chain with a location in Surrey's Guildford area. This location offers snacks, beverages, fresh food options, coffee, and a roller grill for hot food. Public restrooms are available on-site, and the round-the-clock hours make it a practical resupply stop for cyclists at any point in their ride.

value: Circle K

detail: Website services list explicitly includes 'Fresh Food Fast' and 'Roller Grill' at this location

subcategory: Convenience Store


blurb: Interpretive centre with longhouse exhibit and ocean deck at Wickaninnish Beach.

community: Tlakmaqis

value: A striking west coast building perched at the south end of Wickaninnish Beach in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Inside features exhibits on local ecology, First Nations culture, a replica longhouse, and giant marine mammal murals. The outdoor deck offers year-round views of whales, storms, and surfers along the open Pacific coast.

planning: walk-up

value: Kwisitis Visitor Centre

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Kwisitis Centre free but Pacific Rim NPR day pass ~$11 required

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Parks Canada interpretive centre at Wickaninnish Beach — exhibits, replica longhouse, storm-watching deck; the beach itself is the star.


value: 2700 College Way, Cranbrook, V1C 5L7

community: Cranbrook

value: Purcell House Hostel, also known as HI Cranbrook, is a Hostelling International-affiliated property located on the College of the Rockies campus in Cranbrook, BC. Operating seasonally (summer only per OSM), it occupies what appears to be a student residence building and serves as the primary budget accommodation option in this East Kootenay gateway city. Its campus setting on College Way places it away from the town centre but within reach of the Cranbrook trail network.

value: Purcell House (College of the Rockies)

wow_evidence: Hostelling International-affiliated property... primary budget accommodation option


value: 4601 Canada Wy #101, Burnaby, BC V5G 4X3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 17m; rack (6 spaces) at 45m; stands at 53m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Take Five Cafe is a Metro Vancouver specialty coffee chain founded in 2003, now franchised across multiple locations including North Vancouver, serving espresso-based drinks made with specialty-grade Arabica beans alongside Italian-inspired lunches, freshly baked pastries, and seasonal specialties. The cafe's full food menu — paninis, wraps, salads, scones, and sweet treats — makes it a substantial stop rather than just a coffee grab. A customer review notes outdoor seating and friendly staff at this location.

value: Take Five Cafe

detail: Catering menu includes a dedicated 'Gluten Friendly Muffins' category (3 items listed); oat milk available as a milk alternative for espresso drinks


value: 3790 Canada Wy, Burnaby, BC V5G 1G4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 47m; rack (4 spaces) at 98m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Agra Tandoori is an Indian tandoori restaurant in the Vancouver area, offering cuisine from the Indian subcontinent. The business operates with a TouchBistro point-of-sale system, indicating an established restaurant operation. Touring cyclists passing through the area would find it a potential stop for a substantial Indian meal.

value: Agra Tandoori

signal: Indian tandoori restaurant; $15-28/person

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 10174 152 Street, Surrey, V3S 8E7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces, covered) at 77m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: Starbucks

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 12951 Canal Main, A, BC V0R 2B0, Canada

community: Nahmint

value: A Mosaic Forest Management campsite beside Macktush Creek in central Vancouver Island's working forest; expect gravel logging-road access and basic or no facilities, with no confirmed drinking water.

value: Macktush Creek Campsite

subcategory: Private Campground


community: Horsefly

value: Two level beach campsites on the south tip of Cariboo Island in Quesnel Lake, reachable only by canoe or kayak; the lake can develop severe storms quickly, making this a paddler's destination rather than a cycling stop.

value: Cariboo Island South Recreation Site

wow_evidence: reachable only by canoe or kayak ... a paddler's destination rather than a cycling stop


value: 2071 152 Street, Surrey

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 16275 102 Avenue, Surrey

value: An RV-oriented camp in suburban Surrey near Tynehead Regional Park, convenient for riders navigating Metro Vancouver but offering little in the way of natural setting or cyclist-specific amenities.

value: Tynehead R.V. Camp


value: 6080 Mud Lake Forest Service Rd, Blue River, BC V0E 1J0

community: Blue River East

value: River Safari offers jet boat and catamaran wildlife tours through BC's inland temperate rainforest in the Grizzly Bear Valley, located just off Yellowhead Highway 5 midway between Jasper and Kamloops. The onsite Forest Table restaurant — a floating-dock dining room with live-edge wood furniture and river views — has been independently voted the #3 Most Unique Dining Experience in Canada. Together with an onsite lodge and gift shop, this is one of the most distinctive full-experience stops along the entire Yellowhead corridor.

value: River Safari


value: 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

community: Kelowna

value: Olivia's Oils & Vinegars is a specialty boutique inside Orchard Park Shopping Centre — Kelowna's largest mall — devoted entirely to artisan extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars sourced from around the world. Every product is available for tasting before purchase, with bottles filled and sealed in-store. The brand has a second Kelowna location at Guisachan Village Centre.

value: Olivia's Oils & Vinegars

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 4603 Marine Avenue

community: Powell River

value: Monks on Marine is a restaurant located on Marine Avenue in the Powell River / Westview area of BC, a corridor commonly used by cyclists travelling on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. Beyond its OSM classification as a restaurant, no further detail about cuisine, format, or cycling-specific facilities could be confirmed from available sources.

value: Monks on Marine

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

wow_evidence: restaurant at 4603 Marine Avenue, Powell River / Westview area