value: 7500 HWY #3, Manning Park, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 13m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Manning Park

value: The Country Store & Liquor Store is a convenience and liquor store operated by Manning Park Resort, situated along Highway 3 in Manning Provincial Park — one of BC's most popular cycling corridors connecting Hope to Princeton. As the resort's on-site retail store, it serves both resort guests and through-travelers at a remote location where resupply options are otherwise scarce. Cyclists crossing the Hope-Princeton pass will find it a strategically located stop in a stretch of highway with very few services.

value: Country Store & Liquor Store

detail: Website confirms resort-operated retail presence but does not enumerate specific stock


source: enrichment

value: 2940 King George Boulevard, Surrey

category: Food & Drink

community: Surrey

value: Eggcetra Breakfast Cafe is a neighbourhood breakfast and cafe spot located in a strip mall on King George Boulevard in Surrey. Specializing in breakfast and cafe fare, it would serve as a convenient mid-ride refuelling stop for cyclists exploring South Surrey. The cafe setting and focused breakfast menu suggest a welcoming, casual atmosphere suited to a hungry touring cyclist.

value: Eggcetra Breakfast Cafe

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: medium

label: Cheap eats

signal: cuisine=cafe

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: info


value: 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley, BC V3A 4B3

blurb: City of Langley's public library branch.

category: Attractions

community: Langley

value: The City of Langley branch of the Fraser Valley Regional Library is a full-service public library operated by FVRL, one of the largest regional library systems in British Columbia. Located in the heart of the City of Langley, it offers a range of programs, digital collections, and community services. For touring cyclists, public libraries are classic rest stops offering shelter, internet access, and often public washrooms, though specific amenity details are not confirmed on the website.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: City of Langley Library

ownership: Public

band_key: free

confidence: high

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


community: Vernon

source: osm

value: Wendy's

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'wendy'

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 7971 Alderbridge Way, Unit 120, Richmond, BC V6X 2A4

community: Richmond

value: Gyu-Kaku is a Japanese yakiniku (BBQ) restaurant where guests grill their own meats over a charcoal flame built into each table, a hands-on dining format originating in Japan. This Richmond location is part of an international chain with a broad menu including à la carte, course, kids, and vegetarian options. It sits in a commercial mall on Alderbridge Way in central Richmond.

value: Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

detail: Website lists dedicated takeout hours (Sun–Thu 11:30AM–8:30PM last order; Fri & Sat 11:30AM–10PM last order) and an online ordering link

detail: Website explicitly lists a 'Vegetarian Menu' as one of the available menu types

band_key: upscale

confidence: low

label: Upscale

signal: yakiniku (charcoal BBQ), A5 wagyu options; ~$35-50pp

source: judgement


value: 4720 McClelland Road, Unit 1830, Richmond, BC V6X 0M6

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands at 30m; stands at 31m; stands at 31m; stands at 34m; stands at 38m; rack at 46m; rack at 54m; stands (4 spaces) at 64m; stands at 64m; stands at 67m; stands (4 spaces) at 83m; stands at 85m; stands at 91m; stands at 98m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Yummy BBQ Restaurant is a barbecue and Chinese restaurant located in a commercial complex in Richmond, BC. Serving a blend of BBQ and Chinese cuisine, it likely caters to the dense mixed-use neighbourhood around the McClelland Road corridor. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond's urban grid would find it a potential stop for a sit-down meal.

value: Yummy BBQ Restaurant

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: BBQ & Chinese; ~$15-24pp

tier: welcoming


value: 3509 Carrington Road, West Kelowna, V4T 2E6

community: West Kelowna

value: 19 Okanagan Grill + Bar is an owner-operated steakhouse and full-service bar in West Kelowna, built around a philosophy of sourcing from local Okanagan farmers, winemakers, and producers. The menu spans steaks, burgers, salads, and appetizers, with private event space and an active local dining community. The same operator runs a second location, 19 Bistro @ Fitz, indicating an established presence in the region.

value: 19 Okanagan Grill + Bar

signal: owner-operated steakhouse & bar, local sourcing; ~$32-50pp

wow_evidence: owner-operated steakhouse...sourcing from local Okanagan farmers, winemakers, and producers


bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

energy: active

kid_friendly: neutral

label: rainbow trout fishing

months: April May September October

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Ashcroft

source: camping

value: A popular rainbow trout lake 11 km from Ashcroft with free camping split across three areas; the south/west cluster has 5 quieter sites, though the steep switchback climb on Hwy 97C out of Ashcroft and an unsigned gravel turnoff add effort for loaded riders.

value: Barnes Lake Recreation Site - South End

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


blurb: Guest services and information desk in Sun Peaks village.

community: Sun Peaks

value: A guest services information office located in Sun Peaks Village, at the base of Canada's second-largest ski and mountain-bike resort. Sun Peaks operates a substantial bike park with lift-accessed trails, a pedal-access network, rentals, and guided tours, making this village the hub for a significant cycling destination in the Thompson-Okanagan region. Cyclists passing through can expect a well-developed resort village with multiple support services, though the specific offerings of this information office are unconfirmed.

energy: neutral

planning: walk-up

value: Sun Peaks Guest Services

signal: resort guest services office, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Village info office at Canada's second-largest resort with major bike park; VC band. Generic name needs the place. Overlaps Tourism Sun Peaks (a269b03bef).


value: 4420 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, V5C 3Z3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; rack (10 spaces) at 83m. Total: 24 spaces.

category: Groceries

community: Burnaby

value: Whole Foods Market North Burnaby is a large-format natural and organic grocery store on Lougheed Highway, stocking a full range of organic produce, sustainable seafood, and specialty foods. Beyond the main grocery floor, the store hosts multiple in-house eateries including a coffee bar, pizza counter, burrito bar, sandwich shop, sushi counter, and a cold-pressed juice bar, making it a strong resupply point for cyclists who want a hot meal alongside their grocery run. The store is wheelchair accessible and part of the Amazon Prime ecosystem for online ordering and pickup.

value: Whole Foods Market

detail: Multiple in-store eateries listed on website: WFM Coffee Bar, Burnaby Pizza, Burrito Bar, Burnaby Sandwich, Kikka Sushi, and The Juice Truck

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 10330 McDonald Park Rd. Suite #108, North Saanich, BC V8L 5X7

community: North Saanich

value: Sandown Liquor Store is the first Springs Group location on Vancouver Island, situated in the Sandown Shopping Centre just off the second exit from the Swartz Bay ferry terminal — a convenient stop for cyclists arriving by ferry. The store features a spacious floorplan and a massive walk-in cooler stocked with local island craft beers, ciders, wines, seltzers, and spirits. Free ice is offered with any purchase, and a VIP Points loyalty program is available.

value: Sandown Liquor Store

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Liquor Store


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 49m; rack (covered) at 51m.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 196 Dewdney Avenue, V0K1K0

community: Clinton

value: Munro's Feed is a small farm supply business operated by Jane Munro in Clinton, British Columbia, in the heart of the Thompson Country. Run as a self-employed operation, it serves the local rural community along Dewdney Avenue. Cyclists passing through Clinton on Highway 97 or connecting routes may find it a landmark stop in this small ranching town.

value: Munro's Feed

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 125 Comox Road, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: White Sails is an award-winning craft brewery and taproom that has been a fixture of downtown Nanaimo since 2015, located across from Maffeo Sutton Park. The large, open-concept west-coast-inspired space seats over 100 guests and offers up to 14 beers on tap alongside wines, ciders, a full coffee bar, and a hyper-local food menu sourced from neighbourhood butchers, bakers, and cheese-makers. Its medal-winning flagship beers and rotating small-batch releases make it a genuine destination stop on any Vancouver Island cycling route.

value: White Sails Taproom

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 8137 Ontario Street, Vancouver, V5X 0A7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 38m; rack (7 spaces) at 83m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Marshalls


value: 800 Yates St #109, Victoria, BC V8W 3B3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 52m; rack (23 spaces, covered) at 56m. Total: 27 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Taosis Ramen is a ramen restaurant located in Victoria, BC. As a sit-down ramen spot in a city popular with cycle tourists, it could serve as a warm, restorative stop on a riding day. Beyond its cuisine type, no additional detail about the space, menu, or facilities is available from current sources.

value: Taosis Ramen


value: 2635 Barnet Hwy Unit 108 Coquitlam BC V3E 1K9

community: Coquitlam

value: Coquitlam Grill is a diner and burger restaurant serving American cuisine, breakfast, and classic diner fare. The restaurant offers free parking and accepts takeout orders. Located in Coquitlam, it provides a casual dining option for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Coquitlam Grill

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 1238 5th Avenue, Prince George, V2L 3L2

community: Prince George

value: Mai Thai is an authentic Thai restaurant in downtown Prince George, owned by Thailand-born Nid Chuthep, who has been serving the community since 2006 with the current downtown location opening in 2017. The menu spans curries, stir-fries, soups, salmon dishes, and seafood, all prepared with fresh ingredients and daily specials, alongside a dedicated vegetarian section and gluten-free options. Cyclists can sit down for a full dine-in meal or place an online order for pickup or delivery.

value: Mai Thai

detail: Website confirms 'Dine in or order take-out after a busy day' with an online ordering system offering both pickup and delivery options

detail: Website shows a dedicated 'Vegetarian' menu category with 7 items; curries are available with tofu or vegetables

signal: Thai, curries/stir-fries; ~$16-26pp

region: Northern British Columbia


value: 4711 Rutherford Road, Nanaimo, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 62m; rack at 94m.

value: Driftwood Great Chinese Buffet is the Nanaimo outpost of a Vancouver Island–owned chain celebrated for its all-you-can-eat lunch and dinner buffets alongside a full à la carte Chinese menu. The chain prides itself on fresh, hand-crafted dishes made with 100% vegetable oil and no added MSG, and each location features a full bar with local beers. Cycling through Nanaimo's south end, riders will find both dine-in and take-out options readily available.

value: Driftwood Great Chinese Buffet

detail: Menus consistently list 'Spring Roll(veg)' and vegetable-based dishes; all menus note '100% Vegetable Oil & No Added MSG.'

signal: Explicitly 'affordable prices'; all-you-can-eat buffet sit-down format

wow_evidence: Vancouver Island–owned chain


value: 2124 Dzini Rd, Black Creek, British Columbia V9J 1H1, Canada

community: Black Creek

value: Pattison Farms is a small certified organic family farm operating since 1998, now on a 15+ acre site on Dzini Rd in Black Creek, roughly midway between Courtenay and Campbell River on Vancouver Island. Their Farm Stand offers just-picked seasonal vegetables — tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, lettuces, garlic, squash, chard, and more — grown using traditional hand planting and harvesting methods. Produce also supplies some of the Comox Valley's top restaurants and specialty markets, reflecting the quality touring cyclists can expect at the stand.

value: Pattison Farms

wow_evidence: certified organic family farm operating since 1998...just-picked seasonal vegetables


value: 810 Union Street, Vancouver

value: Union Market is a cafe at 810 Union Street in Vancouver. The business operates with online ordering capability. It serves the local community as a casual food service establishment.

value: Union Market

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1190 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2K1

community: Courtenay

value: The Hen & Hog Café is a restaurant located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. Its name suggests a comfort-food or farm-style concept, though no menu or service details could be confirmed from available sources. Touring cyclists in the Courtenay/Comox area may find it worth investigating as a potential stop.

value: The Hen and Hog Cafe

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


value: 8835 Young Road, Chilliwack

community: Chilliwack

value: Shandhar Hut is a family-run Punjabi Indian restaurant in Chilliwack that has been serving the community since the early 1970s and has been voted Best Indian Restaurant locally for over 20 years, including the 2024 Flavour of the Chillies award. The kitchen focuses on authentic tandoor specialties, aromatic curries, and a broad vegetarian menu, all prepared with fresh local ingredients and family recipes. With two Chilliwack locations and full online ordering, it offers a reliable hot-meal stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley.

value: Shandar Hut

detail: Menu page states 'With gluten-free and dairy-free options available, we cater to all palates and dietary needs' and includes a dedicated Vegetarian's Delight section with multiple dishes

signal: Punjabi Indian, tandoor; ~$15-25pp


value: 24990-84 Ave., Langley, BC V1M 3P4

community: Langley

value: Aldor Acres is a 3-generation, 80-acre working farm in Glen Valley, 5 km east of Fort Langley, known for hands-on farm animal encounters, hayrides, and seasonal events including a fall Pumpkin Patch and Christmas tree sales. The farm sells food including hot dogs, sausage, corn, popcorn, and desserts during public openings, making it a natural stop on the popular Fort Langley cycling corridor. It is a genuine rural destination rather than a retail shop, with covered areas and a relaxed farm atmosphere.

value: Aldor Acres Farm Market

wow_evidence: 3-generation, 80-acre working farm in Glen Valley... popular Fort Langley cycling corridor


blurb: Coastal forest and shoreline in Belcarra Regional Park.

community: Port Moody

value: Admiralty Point Lands is a nature reserve on Indian Arm in the Belcarra area of North Vancouver, part of the broader Belcarra Regional Park managed by Metro Vancouver. The waterfront lands offer coastal forest and shoreline habitat. Despite the OSM name crediting Parks Canada, the area appears to fall under Metro Vancouver Regional Parks stewardship.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: med

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Admiralty Point Lands (Parks Canada)

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Coastal forest lands within Belcarra Regional Park — component lands; naming confusion noted in desc.


blurb: Forest park with waterfall loop trails near Roberts Creek.

community: Roberts Creek

value: Cliff Gilker Park is a nature reserve managed by the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) located near Roberts Creek on BC's Sunshine Coast. It is a publicly accessible park listed under the SCRD's parks portfolio. Touring cyclists passing through the Sunshine Coast area may find it a worthwhile natural stop, though specific on-site cycling facilities are unconfirmed from available sources.

value: Cliff Gilker Park

wow_evidence: SCRD park with waterfall loop trails (own knowledge; desc is thin) — pleasant genuine stop.


value: 264 Gower Point Road, Gibsons, V0N1V0

community: Gibsons

value: Beachcomber Coffee is an award-winning specialty coffee roaster and cafe founded in 2015, operating two locations in Gibsons on BC's Sunshine Coast. The Lower Gibsons cafe, transformed from Truffles Cafe in 2018, anchors the brand and has been voted Favourite Food & Drink Producer on the Sunshine Coast three years running. It offers certified organic, fair trade, and kosher coffees alongside fresh donuts, and the same building hosts a boutique studio rental above the cafe.

value: Beachcomber Coffee Company

signal: specialty coffee roaster & cafe; ~$8-14


value: 2474 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Z1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 27m; rack (7 spaces) at 60m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Tall Shadow Bakery is an artisan sourdough bakery in East Vancouver specializing in breads made from quality local and organic grains, with an emphasis on community and seasonal sourcing. The bakery offers a full sit-down brunch menu on weekends alongside daily toast options, making it a genuine café-style stop as well as a place to stock up on fresh bread, jam, and granola. They also participate in local farmer's markets and offer pre-order and catering services.

value: Tall Shadow Bakery

detail: Brunch menu includes breakfast sandwich (sunny side egg, roasted tomato jam, fried shallots), quiche, and grilled cheese; daily toasts also offered

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 525 Proctor Street, Williams Lake, BC V2G 4J1

blurb: Williams Lake's aquatic centre: pool, waterslide, hot pool, steam room and sauna.

community: Williams Lake

value: The Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex is the primary public recreation hub for Williams Lake and the Central Cariboo region, housing twin ice rinks, the West Fraser Aquatic Centre with a 25-metre lap pool and leisure pool, a fitness centre, and the multi-purpose Gibraltar Room. The aquatic wing features a waterslide, lazy river, hot swirl pool, steam room, and sauna — an impressive range of amenities for a mid-size interior BC city. The facility hosts year-round community programs from swimming lessons and aquafit to hockey leagues, film festivals, and day camps.

dwell: half

facet_confidence: low

planning: check-ahead

theme: recreation

value: Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex

signal: building=civic

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: The Central Cariboo's primary rec complex; pool with waterslide, lazy river, hot pool, steam room and sauna — squarely the after-riding-day anchor band.


value: 4239 BC-97, Lac la Hache, BC V0K 1T0, Canada

community: 114 Mile House

value: Big Country Campground & RV Park

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 4081 Shelbourne Street, Victoria, BC V8N 5Y1

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

community: Saanich

value: Naughty Nellie's is a neighbourhood fish and chips shop on Shelbourne Street in Victoria offering a wide range of fresh seafood — halibut, cod, ling cod, salmon, prawns, oysters, and scallops — alongside classic British-style sides. The restaurant operates both a takeout counter and a dining room, making it a flexible stop for cyclists who want to eat in or grab food on the go. Homemade chips, coleslaw, and tartar sauce round out a menu built around generous combo portions.

value: Naughty Nellie's Fish & Chips

wow_evidence: takeout counter and a dining room ... halibut, cod, ling cod, salmon, prawns, oysters, and scallops


value: 2277 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; bollard (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; bollard (2 spaces) at 31m; bollard (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; bollard (2 spaces) at 56m; bollard (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 57m; bollard (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (7 spaces) at 78m; bollard (2 spaces) at 89m; bollard (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 45 spaces.

value: Ramen Danbo is a popular chain originating from Fukuoka, Japan, specializing in traditional Tonkotsu pork-broth ramen with signature broth made daily in-house at each location. The Vancouver shops were the chain's first restaurants outside Japan, and the menu offers extensive customization of noodle firmness, broth richness, and toppings. A touring cyclist can count on a hot, filling bowl of ramen with pickup and delivery also available.

value: Ramen Danbo

detail: Dedicated 'Vegan Menu' listed alongside the regular menu on the Vancouver menu page

signal: Ramen shop – explicit classification rule, band 1 regardless of marketing language


bike_access: easy

character: utilitarian

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: North Galiano

value: A fee campground near Chemainus with no confirmed facilities in available sources; the linked webpage describes Dionisio Point Provincial Park on Galiano Island, which does not match this listing's name or community.

value: Parry Lagoon Campground

ownership: Provincial park


value: 6551 Number 3 Rd 2460 Floor 2, Richmond, BC V6Y 2B6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 70m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Don Tacos is a Mexican fast-food spot in Richmond, BC offering dine-in alongside delivery and pickup ordering. The OSM record places it on level 1 of a building, suggesting an upstairs or mall-level unit rather than a street-front location. Cyclists passing through Richmond's busy urban grid will find it a convenient stop for a quick Mexican meal.

value: Don Tacos


value: 1376 16th Avenue, Campell River, V9W 2E1

community: Campbell River

value: NHAU is a Vietnamese restaurant located in central Campbell River, offering traditional cuisine in a sit-down dining setting. It serves as a convenient dining option for touring cyclists traveling through the community.

value: NHAU

signal: Vietnamese sit-down; $15-22/person


value: 622 6th Ave, New Westminster, BC V3M 6Z1

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands at 53m; stands at 63m; stands (3 spaces) at 87m; stands at 89m; stands (6 spaces) at 90m; stands (6 spaces) at 93m; stands at 94m; stands at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (6 spaces) at 97m; stands (4 spaces) at 99m; stands at 99m. Total: 27 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: King George Donair is an authentic Middle Eastern restaurant serving donairs, slow-cooked lamb shank, crispy falafel, kebabs, and rice plates at two BC locations, including this New Westminster spot. The restaurant occupies a former Freshii location on 6th Ave and emphasizes traditional recipes and fresh ingredients. It offers indoor seating and online ordering for pickup or delivery, making it a convenient full-meal stop for hungry cyclists passing through New Westminster.

value: King George Donair

detail: Falafel Plate (falafel, rice, salad, hummus, tahini) is a confirmed vegetarian option on the menu; no vegan or GF claims found

wow_evidence: two BC locations


category: Transport

source: manual

value: Multi-day luxury scenic rail through the BC interior and Canadian Rockies, daytime travel only with overnight hotel stops. Routes run Vancouver to Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper via Kamloops, plus a Vancouver to Seattle Coastal Passage. Bikes are not carried in the coaches; a bicycle travels as oversized checked luggage moved separately by road and meets you at your hotel, likely for a surcharge. Confirm bicycle handling with the operator in advance.

value: Rocky Mountaineer

origin: transport

subcategory: Rail


value: Unit 100, 2070 Sumas Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2C7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: OPA! of Greece is a Canadian Greek quick-service restaurant chain serving since 1998, with this Abbotsford location opening in February 2023. The menu centres on grilled souvlaki skewers, pita wraps, gyros, and platters with rice, roasted potatoes, and house-made tzatziki. Touring cyclists in Abbotsford will find a fast, filling protein stop with online ordering and a loyalty rewards app.

value: OPA! of Greece

detail: Menu includes falafel souvlaki, spanakopita, hummus & pita, tzatziki & pita, and three salad options — all vegetarian items explicitly listed

ownership: Buy Canadian


value: 361 Hunt Rd, Courtenay, BC V9N 9B8, Canada

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

value: Match Eatery & Public House

ownership: Buy BC (chain)


community: Castlegar

value: A vegetarian-only restaurant located in Crescent Valley. Serves as a plant-based dining destination for local and touring visitors.

value: Village Bistro

signal: vegetarian bistro; $15-22/person

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 4500 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands at 47m; stands at 47m; stands (6 spaces) at 75m; stands (3 spaces) at 75m; stands (3 spaces) at 79m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Eggstatic is a bar/café in a Vancouver shopping center. It features indoor seating in a smoke-free environment. As an urban food and drink venue, it provides a convenient rest stop for touring cyclists.

value: Eggstatic

signal: amenity=bar


character: destination

community: Aspen Grove

value: A four-area lakeside recreation site in the Voght Valley south of Merritt, popular for fishing and boating, with a boat launch and two docks; both access routes finish on gravel roads, and the site is cash only.

value: Boss Lake - BC Recreation Site


value: 45887 Wellington Avenue

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 6040 Sechelt Inlet Road, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A3

price_band: standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Sechelt

value: A tidy private campground on Sechelt Inlet Road in Sechelt, two minutes from Porpoise Bay Provincial Park, with treed tent sites, coin showers, flush toilets, and easy access to Sechelt Inlet paddling and Coast Gravity Park's downhill trails; requires a ferry crossing from the mainland and charges nightly fees.

value: Bayside Campgroud RV & Park

wow_evidence: bike wash station mentioned on the front page


value: 151-I Dogwood St, V9W 6B9

value: Katie's Rice Box is a Japanese grocery and takeout shop located at 151 Dogwood Street in Campbell River on Vancouver Island. It offers a niche selection of Japanese grocery items alongside takeout food, making it a distinctive stop compared to a typical convenience store. Touring cyclists passing through Campbell River may find it a useful spot for provisions with a Japanese food focus.

value: Katie's Rice Box

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 200 West Esplanade, North Vancouver, V7M 1A6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 46m; rack (3 spaces) at 68m; rack at 91m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Perfecto Cafe is an artisan bakery-cafe chain with a North Vancouver outpost in the Shipyards district, where bakers work from 5am crafting croissants, cakes, gelato, and sandwiches entirely from scratch using a custom coffee blend developed exclusively with Agro Roasters. One of four Metro Vancouver locations, the Shipyards cafe sits at the waterfront Esplanade and draws on the same made-in-house philosophy as its sister cafes. Touring cyclists will find a full food stop with pastries, sandwiches, and specialty coffee in a welcoming community-oriented space.

value: Perfecto Cafe

wow_evidence: One of four Metro Vancouver locations


value: 2591 Cedar Park Place, V2T 3S4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 95m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: An Indian restaurant with an attached sweet shop offering both dine-in and takeaway service. The dual function as a full-service restaurant and confectionery shop distinguishes it as a distinctive food option in the area.

value: Bhav's Indian Cuisine & Sweet Shop

signal: Indian restaurant + sweet shop; $15-30/person


value: 19800 Lougheed Highway, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2W1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave (5 spaces) at 65m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Real Canadian Superstore


value: 562 Beatty Street, Vancouver, V6B 2L3

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 4m; stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 11m; wall_loops (8 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (3 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (6 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (6 spaces) at 66m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (6 spaces) at 91m; rack (12 spaces) at 92m. Total: 68 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Devil's Elbow Smoke & Ale House is a BBQ-focused bar and restaurant that opened in 2014, built around slow-smoked meats sourced locally from Jackson's Butcher in Kitsilano and housemade sauces paired with BC craft beer on tap. Located steps from a SkyTrain station in downtown Vancouver, it offers a lively atmosphere with a dedicated Whiskey Room for private events. A touring cyclist rolling into the city will find a full all-day food menu, delivery via DoorDash, and an extensive craft beer and whiskey selection.

value: Devil's Elbow Ale and Smoke House

detail: Menu uses 'V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten FRIENDLY' markers; multiple items listed as V and/or GF including Yam Fries (V/GF), Cauliflower Bites (V/GF), Deep Fried Pickles (V), Nachos (V/GF), Totchos (V/GF), and Mac n Cheese (V without meat)


value: 1891 Otter Road, Nimpo Lake, BC V0L 1R0

community: Nimpo Lake

value: A family-run private park sitting directly on Nimpo Lake—BC's self-styled floatplane capital—with free showers, laundry, and Wi-Fi making it a comfortable base for fishing, paddling, and Rainbow Mountains hikes 30 minutes away. Tent sites are $40/night at a seasonal operation that closes October 1.

value: Vagabond RV Park

wow_evidence: Free showers and laundry (washer/dryer in the shower house) are explicitly described


value: 635 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6B 5J3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Five Guys on Robson Street is a well-known American-style burger chain in the heart of downtown Vancouver, offering extensively customizable burgers, hot dogs, fresh-cut fries double-cooked in peanut oil, and over 1,000 milkshake combinations. The restaurant uses fresh (never frozen) beef and hand-prepares ingredients daily, providing a calorie-dense refueling option for cyclists riding through the city centre. Both indoor seating and takeout are available, and the location is confirmed open.

value: Five Guys

detail: Website FAQ confirms 'Our veggie sandwich is not a veggie burger' — it consists of condiments and cheese only, with no vegetarian protein substitute

signal: chain 'five guys'

wow_evidence: well-known American-style burger chain


value: 577 Great Northern Way, Vancouver, V5T 1E1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 36m; stands (12 spaces) at 56m; rack at 73m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Kafka's Coffee is a Vancouver-based specialty coffee roaster with multiple locations; the Great Northern Way outpost doubles as the company's bakery hub, serving house-made breads, pastries, and a full breakfast and lunch menu from a sun-soaked patio on the Emily Carr University and Centre for Digital Media campus. Espresso is pulled on a custom-modified Synesso machine using beans sourced directly from farmers and roasted weekly in Vancouver. The space also functions as a community arts venue, hosting rotating solo and group exhibitions by local artists.

value: Kafka

detail: Menu includes avocado toast, granola, and toast options that are vegetarian; no explicit vegan or GF labelling found in the fetched content

wow_evidence: Vancouver-based specialty coffee roaster with multiple locations... sun-soaked patio on the Emily Carr University and Centre for Digital Media campus... rotating solo and group exhibitions by local artists


value: 251 Woolly Dog Alley #102, Chilliwack, BC V2P 0J6

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 4m; stands (6 spaces) at 5m; stands (1 space) at 18m; stands (6 spaces) at 18m; stands (1 space) at 21m; stands (1 space) at 23m; stands (4 spaces) at 24m; stands (6 spaces) at 25m; stands (10 spaces) at 37m; stands (1 space) at 50m; stands (6 spaces) at 60m; stands (6 spaces) at 60m; stands (4 spaces) at 65m; stands (10 spaces) at 66m. Total: 63 spaces.

community: Chilliwack

value: Field House Brewing Co. is a craft brewery and taproom located in Downtown Chilliwack's District 1881, the second location of a two-site operation that opened in 2020. The taproom pours a constantly rotating lineup of ales, experimental IPAs, barrel-aged sours, and non-alcoholic beers — guaranteed at least one new release every week. A farm-to-table canteen program and regular live music nights round out the experience for cyclists looking to linger.

value: Field House Brewing Co.

detail: CHWK menu page explicitly marks items with ⓥ VEGETARIAN and Ⓖ GLUTEN AWARE symbols

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: second location of a two-site operation...farm-to-table canteen program and regular live music nights


value: Unit 150 - 4651 Road No. 3, Richmond, BC V6X 2C4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 4m; rack at 17m; rack at 49m.

value: Pho 68 is a Vietnamese noodle house on Richmond's busy Number 3 Road corridor, serving cuisine built around fresh herbs, fish sauce, and the balance of five fundamental flavors. It is part of a small Lower Mainland chain with additional locations in Burnaby and Surrey. Dine-in with table reservations and online ordering are both available.

value: Pho 68

signal: Explicitly called 'noodle house'; pho is inherently budget cuisine


value: Hiro Sushi is a Japanese sushi takeout restaurant operating on a pickup-only model with online ordering. The OSM node is mapped in North Vancouver, though the only available website shows a Port Coquitlam address, leaving the North Vancouver location unverified and its character unclear to a prospective cycling visitor.

value: Hiro Sushi

detail: Website states 'Pickup Only' with online ordering — however this applies to the Port Coquitlam location; applicability to the OSM North Vancouver node is


value: 8000 BC-97 BC-97, Oliver, BC V0H 1T2, Canada

community: Eagle Bluff

value: Dhillon Farms Fruits & Vegetables is a farm-direct produce stand located near Oliver, BC, in the South Okanagan. Tagged in OSM as shop=farm, it sits in one of BC's most productive orchard and market-garden regions, where roadside farm stands are a staple of the local landscape. Touring cyclists passing through the South Okanagan may find it a useful stop for fresh seasonal produce.

google_place_id: ChIJcWhArnLrglQRABNuRMvfnGM

value: Dhillon Farms Fruits & Vegetables

wow_evidence: OSM tags contain only the name and shop=farm


value: 3410 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5R 5L4

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: Lower Level of the Nest, 6133 University Blvd, UBC Campus, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (20 spaces, covered) at 28m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 29m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Grand Noodle Emporium is an AMS-owned and operated pan-Asian restaurant located in the Lower Level of the Nest at UBC Vancouver, seating up to 60 guests. It serves made-to-order comfort dishes spanning Chinese, Thai, and Southeast Asian cuisines — think Pad Thai and Thai curry alongside classic Chinese take-out from a concourse window. It also offers catering and online ordering for pickup, making it a practical stop for cyclists passing through the UBC campus.

value: Grand Noodle Emporium

signal: campus pan-Asian noodle/comfort; ~$12-18pp


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (100 spaces) at 32m; rack at 68m. Total: 100 spaces.

value: JJ Bean

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 950 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8S 1B2

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: wave at 65m; stands (12 spaces) at 83m; staple (8 spaces) at 95m; stands (12 spaces) at 96m. Total: 32 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Boomtown is an independent beer garden and burrito bar in downtown Victoria, built around locally-sourced Mexican-inspired food and a rotating lineup of BC craft beers on draught from breweries like Driftwood, Hoyne, and Whistle Buoy. The atmosphere is proudly unfussy, with a covered year-round patio that has earned local recognition as one of Victoria's best. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome on the outdoor patio, and the venue explicitly embraces cyclists with dedicated bike parking.

value: Boomtown

detail: FAQ explicitly confirms vegan options (burritos, salads, bowls, vegan cashew queso, vegan Boom Sauce) and gluten-free options (bowls, house-made corn chips, doughnuts)

wow_evidence: 'we have lots of bike parking' and 'WALK • RIDE • DRIVE (we've got parking for butts, bikes and wheels)'


value: 5998 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 0C5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 27m; rack at 40m; rack (28 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 56m; stands (4 spaces) at 65m; stands (10 spaces) at 71m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Chatime


value: 12540 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2J4

value: Pad Thai Restaurant is a family-owned Thai eatery in Pitt Meadows operated by sisters Jenny and Jessie Trakulthongroj since December 1999, built on treasured family recipes adapted for a modern palate. The restaurant has earned multiple Times Readers Choice awards for Best Thai Restaurant in the Pitt Meadows/Maple Ridge area and has developed a loyal following across the Tri-cities region. Touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor will find a warm, established dining room serving signature dishes like house Pad Thai and Tom Yum Koong, with online ordering also available.

value: Pad Thai Restaurant

signal: family Thai, award-winning; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: operated by sisters... since December 1999... multiple Times Readers Choice awards for Best Thai Restaurant in the Pitt Meadows/Maple Ridge area


value: 660 10th Avenue, Montrose, V0G 1P0

community: Montrose

value: Tempo


value: 1972 Peninsula Road A, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0

community: Ucluelet

value: A pizza restaurant in Ucluelet on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Situated along the route to the Pacific Rim region, it could be a convenient dinner stop for cyclists touring the area.

value: Abbondanza

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 977 South Maquinna Drive, Tahsis, V0P 1X0

blurb: Small library above the village office at the end of the Tahsis road.

community: Tahsis

value: The Tahsis branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library sits upstairs from the village office in one of the most remote communities reachable by road on Vancouver Island. It offers free public Wi-Fi, two public computer stations, printing, and a comfortable reading area for visitors. For touring cyclists who have made the long journey up the Tahsis Inlet corridor, this small but active branch provides a welcome spot to connect and rest.

days_closed: Mo Tu Su

value: Tahsis Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 3190 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, V9T 1W1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 99m.

community: Nanaimo

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 932 Johnson St #101, Victoria, BC V8V 3N4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 76m; rack (covered) at 77m.

value: The Loft & Ladder is a cafe in Victoria, BC, tagged in OpenStreetMap with a unit address suggesting it occupies a multi-tenant building. Beyond its classification as a cafe, little further detail is available from accessible sources. It sits in a city well-traveled by touring cyclists passing through the southern Vancouver Island region.

value: The Loft & Ladder


value: 10931 Barnston View Road, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 0B8

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: bollard (1 space) at 11m; bollard (1 space) at 14m; bollard (1 space) at 15m; bollard (1 space) at 16m; bollard (1 space) at 17m; bollard (1 space) at 19m; bollard (1 space) at 21m; bollard (1 space) at 24m; bollard (1 space) at 25m; bollard (1 space) at 26m; bollard (1 space) at 26m; bollard (1 space) at 29m; bollard (1 space) at 29m; bollard (1 space) at 32m; bollard (1 space) at 35m; bollard (1 space) at 38m; bollard (1 space) at 69m; bollard (1 space) at 72m; bollard (1 space) at 89m; bollard (1 space) at 91m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Stomping Grounds Cafe & Bistro is a casual cafe in Pitt Meadows offering coffee and light dining. It features outdoor seating.

value: Stomping Grounds Cafe & Bistro


value: 491 Arrow Road, Invermere BC, V0A 1K2

community: Windermere

value: Kicking Horse Café is the flagship physical café of Kicking Horse Coffee Co. Ltd., a Canadian Rocky Mountain specialty roaster that has been sourcing 100% organic and Fairtrade coffee for over 25 years. Located in Invermere in the Columbia Valley, it serves espresso drinks and food in a space that customer reviews call gorgeous, with an ethos of lingering and community. For cyclists passing through the Kootenays, it offers a chance to experience a well-loved BC coffee brand at its source.

value: Kicking Horse Cafe


value: 5367 West Boulevard, Vancouver, V6M 3W4

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 28m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 48m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: White Spot is BC's longest-running restaurant chain, founded in 1928 and still serving its legendary burgers made from 100% fresh Canadian beef alongside a broad family menu at this Kerrisdale location. The West Boulevard spot sits in a walkable, bikeable neighbourhood and offers a patio as well as full dine-in service. Touring cyclists will find familiar comfort food, takeout and delivery options, and a well-known brand with dozens of locations across BC for route planning.

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: 4720 McClelland Road, Richmond, V6X 0M6

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands at 11m; stands at 30m; stands at 31m; stands at 35m; stands at 38m; stands at 42m; stands at 49m; stands at 65m; rack at 68m; stands at 69m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m; rack at 73m; stands (4 spaces) at 76m; stands at 77m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Wahaha Tea is a bubble tea cafe located in a commercial retail complex in Richmond, BC. Specializing in bubble tea drinks, it offers a stop for cyclists passing through the busy McClelland Road corridor. The unit location within a larger building suggests indoor seating may be available, though this cannot be confirmed from available sources.

value: Wahaha Tea


value: qathet Regional District, BC V8A 0G8, Canada

bike_access: hard

kid_friendly: no

community: Myrtle Point

value: A scenic lakeshore rec site on the south shore of East Lake, reached by parking off the Duck Lake Forest Service Road and hiking in along the Lang Creek Trail; primarily a day-use area with just one overnight spot and no confirmed facilities.

value: East Lake Recreation Site


value: 11997 224 St, Maple Ridge, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 53m; stands (5 spaces) at 75m; stands (5 spaces) at 78m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Kocodak is a Korean fried chicken restaurant in Maple Ridge emphasizing convenient online ordering and takeout service. The casual dining establishment combines Korean fried chicken preparation with beer service, offering touring cyclists a quick meal option in the community.

value: Kocodak Fried Chicken & Beer

signal: Korean fried chicken & beer; ~$16-24pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 1911 Sooke Road

community: Colwood

value: Starbucks

signal: Starbucks (confirmed); ~$6-12


value: 1340 Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC

community: Campbell River

value: The Riptide Marine Pub is a casual oceanside pub and restaurant in Campbell River situated along the Island Highway with sweeping ocean and mountain views from both its charming interior and an outdoor patio. The kitchen emphasizes local, seasonal, and organic ingredients, with a seafood-forward menu featuring local oysters, halibut, and wild BC salmon. The pub also hosts live music and maintains a community-minded atmosphere, making it a welcoming full-service stop for touring cyclists.

value: The Riptide Marine Pub

detail: Menu lists a gluten-free roll as an add-on option ($4); website states 'please inform us if anyone in your party has a food allergy or special diet and we'll do our best to accommodate them.'


value: 1376 Lynburne Place, Langford, BC V9B6S1

category: Accommodation

community: Langford

value: Fairways Hotel on the Mountain sits along the first fairway of Bear Mountain's Mountain Course, home to Canada's only 36-hole Nicklaus Design golf complex. The 65 air-conditioned rooms and suites offer kitchenettes or full kitchens, balconies with golf course views, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding. For touring cyclists, the location on the Saanich Peninsula puts the Galloping Goose Regional Trail and West Shore communities within easy reach.

value: Fairways Hotel on the Mountain

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: chain 'westin'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 1379 Johnston Road, White Rock

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 23m; rack at 84m.

community: White Rock

value: Chicko Chicken

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 4314 Main Street, Whistler, V0N 1B4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 35m; stands (8 spaces) at 45m; stands (8 spaces) at 65m; stands (8 spaces) at 68m; stands (8 spaces) at 75m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m. Total: 48 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: Bear Lodge is a fully-equipped condo-style property situated on Whistler Village Stroll, steps from the Whistler Mountain Gondolas and the Marketplace Centre. Units come with full kitchens, in-suite washer/dryer, and some offer private balconies and wood-burning fireplaces. Its central Village location puts a wide range of dining, shopping, and nightlife immediately outside the door.

value: Bear Lodge

detail: Website states units include washer/dryer

detail: Website states 'a multitude of shopping, dining and nightlife options at your doorstep'

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: condo units on Village Stroll with kitchens/laundry; $180-240 shoulder


value: 2355 160 Street, Surrey, V3Z 9N6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 36m; rack (7 spaces) at 40m; rack (3 spaces) at 86m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


label: wildflower bloom

months: July August

community: Port Renfrew

value: Five tent platforms scattered along the 40 km semi-alpine Kludahk Trail on southern Vancouver Island, accessed via active logging roads prone to gate closures; the ridge sits under snow from roughly November to May, and the hike-in approach makes this a backcountry commitment, not a roadside stop.

value: Old tent site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 4136 Main Street, Vancouver, V5V 3P7

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 3m; stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; rack (5 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 63m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 67m; rack (5 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 48 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Cambie Vietnamese Restaurant has anchored this stretch of Main Street for over 30 years, serving authentic pho, spring rolls, and a broad menu of Vietnamese classics. It is one of a very small number of Canadian restaurants that accepts Bitcoin payments via both Lightning Network and on-chain transactions, verified as recently as February 2026. Touring cyclists on the popular Main Street corridor will find a full sit-down dining experience with delivery partners available for those staying nearby.

value: Cambie Vietnamese Restaurant

detail: Menu lists multiple dishes labelled 'Chay' (vegetarian): Vegetarian Roll Dip (Chả Giò Chay), Vegetable Salad Roll (Gỏi Cuốn Chay), Hot and Sour Vegetable Soup (Canh Chua Chay)

signal: cuisine=sandwich


value: 1162 Alberni Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (6 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (5 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (6 spaces) at 81m; stands (6 spaces) at 82m; rack (5 spaces) at 87m; rack (5 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 43 spaces.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: V9W 1C3

value: Daves' Bakery is a well-regarded artisan bakery on Vancouver Island, recognized with a 2023 Restaurant Guru award, offering fresh-baked bread alongside coffee, tea, and cold drinks. The shop runs both a walk-in storefront and an online pre-order store. For a touring cyclist, it is a convenient food stop with baked goods and beverages available.

value: Daves' Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: 2023 Restaurant Guru award


value: 7832 6th Street, Burnaby, BC V3N 3N2

community: Burnaby

value: The Pie Hole is a Lower Mainland pie bakery founded in 2011 by Jenell Parsons — dubbed 'Canada's Pie Queen' and featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — now operating three locations including this Burnaby shop on 6th Street. The menu spans an eclectic mix of freshly made sweet and savory pies (from Fat Elvis banana-cream to Thai Chicken and Mac & Cheese) available by the slice, whole pie, or hand pie for eat-in or takeout. All pies are made from scratch using locally sourced produce and free-range eggs.

value: The Pie Hole

detail: Website states customers can visit for 'a freshly baked slice, savoury hand pie or pie tart to enjoy on premises'; savory options include Thai Chicken Pie, Mac & Cheese Pie, Spinach & Feta Pie, Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon Pie, and Chicken Carbonara Pie

wow_evidence: featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives... dubbed 'Canada's Pie Queen'


value: 1172 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces) at 41m; rack (5 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 78m; stands (6 spaces) at 94m; stands (6 spaces) at 99m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Caffe W is a Vancouver café that has been operating since 1995, with its original home on West Broadway and a newer downtown outpost on Robson Street. The café serves a broad menu of espresso drinks, iced coffees, smoothies, brunch plates, and a distinctive signature item — the Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup with pistachio and kenaf — found nowhere else. Situated on a busy pedestrian strip in the West End, it offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

value: Cafe W

detail: Menu includes smoothies, pastries, and egg-based brunch items that are vegetarian; no vegan labelling on website. No GF information found


value: 12817 Lakeshore Drive South, Summerland, BC

community: Summerland

value: Shaughnessy's Cove is a premium casual lakeside restaurant on South Lakeshore Drive in Summerland, operated by Mackenzie Hospitality Group since a full gut-and-rebuild renovation in 2021. The space carries nearly 35 years of history under the 'Cove' name and features a heated patio with lake views. It serves lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, and accommodates walk-ins as well as reservations.

value: Shaughnessy's Cove

signal: premium-casual lakeside restaurant; ~$20-30pp

wow_evidence: nearly 35 years of history under the 'Cove' name... heated patio with lake views


value: 1375 Bellevue Avenue, V7T 0B5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 63m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Earls

signal: chain 'earls'


bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 22m; rack (4 spaces) at 84m; rack (4 spaces) at 88m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 10m; rack (covered) at 74m; rack (covered) at 90m.

value: McDonald's in Richmond, BC is a drive-through and takeout fast food outlet serving burgers, chicken sandwiches, and McCafé beverages as part of the national chain. The menu spans breakfast, mains, snacks, and desserts including seasonal items, and the location participates in the MyMcDonald's Rewards app loyalty program. No address is recorded in OSM for this specific node, limiting its usefulness as a directory entry without further verification.

value: McDonald's

wow_evidence: drive_through=yes, takeaway=yes


value: 1204 - 7899 Templeton Station Road, Richmond, BC

value: Hula Poké is a Hawaiian-inspired fast-casual poke bowl chain with a location inside the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet near YVR Airport in Richmond. Cyclists can build customizable bowls from proteins like ahi tuna, salmon, chicken, or tofu, paired with bases including coconut rice or kelp noodle. The menu leans fresh and nutrient-dense, with multiple vegan-friendly and gluten-friendly options and online order-ahead available.

value: Hula Poke

detail: Multiple bowls labeled VEGAN FRIENDLY (e.g., Yuzu Traditional, Koko Spicy Korean, Ponzu Citrus Soy, Cali Veg) and GLUTEN FRIENDLY across the menu; tofu and sweet potato protein options available

wow_evidence: fast-casual poke bowl chain … inside McArthurGlen Designer Outlet


value: 5300 No 3 Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 2X9

value: Gingeri Chinese Cuisine is a long-established Cantonese restaurant located inside Lansdowne Centre mall in Richmond, operating since 2004. The kitchen specializes in traditional dim sum service as well as dinner, using seasonally chosen ingredients prepared by master chefs. It also hosts wedding and family banquets, making it a substantial sit-down dining option for cyclists exploring Richmond.

value: Gingeri Chinese Cuisine

signal: Cantonese dim sum & dinner; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: long-established Cantonese restaurant...operating since 2004


value: 224 Park Drive, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2R6

community: Ganges

value: A family-owned guest house on Salt Spring Island run by the Brown family since 2003, offering six main guest house rooms plus cottage and studio suites set amidst gardens with cascading wisteria. Located a 10-minute walk from Ganges Village, it is well-positioned for cyclists arriving by ferry or exploring the island. The property is all on one level and provides covered, lockable bicycle storage.

value: Wisteria Guest House

detail: Website explicitly states: 'We do not serve any meals (including breakfast).'

detail: FAQ states Ganges Village & Marina is a 10-minute walk with 'lots of restaurant options and shops to explore.'

detail: FAQ states '2 grocery stores within walking distance.'

signal: Salt Spring family B&B near Ganges; island B&Bs typically $150-200, not sub-$130

detail: Policies page states: 'Covered, lockable bicycle storage is available.'

subcategory: B&B / Inn

tier: accredited


value: 8500 Alexandra Road #100, Richmond, BC V6X 3L4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 28m; rack at 89m.

value: Silver Tower Cafe Restaurant is a sit-down and takeout café-restaurant on Alexandra Road in Richmond, serving food daily from mid-morning into the early hours. Its central Richmond location places it near the Alexandra District's cycling infrastructure. The kitchen emphasizes fresh, made-to-order food available for pickup.

value: Silver Tower Cafe Restaurant

signal: Cafe designation, no menu prices visible, casual 'pick it up fresh' language


value: 833 West Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6C 1K7

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (6 spaces) at 64m; stands (3 spaces) at 70m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (7 spaces) at 96m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Azur Legacy Collection Hotel is a 5-star luxury boutique property in downtown Vancouver, and the first and only hotel in Western Canada to join the Leading Hotels of the World. The Art Deco-inspired building houses 104 rooms, suites, and penthouses across 14 floors, with a lobby restaurant (Dahlia) and a rooftop Middle Eastern restaurant and skybar (Lavantine) on the 14th floor. It sits in the heart of the Financial District, a short walk from the waterfront and Stanley Park.

value: Azur Legacy Collection Hotel

detail: Dahlia Restaurant offers a breakfast service period in the lobby

detail: On-site dinner available at Dahlia (lobby) and Lavantine Rooftop Restaurant & Skybar (14th floor); hotel is also surrounded by world-class dining per website

signal: Leading Hotels of the World member; 5-star luxury boutique positioning


value: 8000 45 St, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V6, Canada

community: Osoyoos

value: Footprints Beach Bar & Grill is a bar and grill located near Osoyoos in the southern Okanagan, a region popular with touring cyclists for its warm climate and scenic lake routes. The 'Beach' in the name and its coordinates near Osoyoos Lake suggest a lakeside or waterfront setting. Touring cyclists passing through the Okanagan on routes such as the Trans Canada Trail or Highway 3 may find it a convenient stop for food and drinks.

value: Footprints Beach Bar & Grill

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: bar and grill located near Osoyoos … near Osoyoos Lake


value: 226 Esplanade E, North Vancouver BC, V7L 1A3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 79m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 84m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: La Cervecería Astilleros is a Mexican-inspired craft brewery and taproom in the Shipyards district of Lower Lonsdale, bringing Mexican ingredients and brewing traditions to BC craft beer. Their award-winning Salted Lime Lager took first place at the 2023 Canadian Brewing Awards, and a constantly rotating small-batch tap list means there is always something new on pour. Cyclists can refuel with tacos, burritos, and margaritas alongside the house lagers, with both indoor and outdoor seating available.

value: La Cerveceria Astilleros

detail: Food menu explicitly labels items vegetarian (V) and gluten-free (GF): Guacamole & Chips (V/GF), Pico & Chips (V/GF), Quesadilla Bites (V/G), Chipotle Jackfruit taco (V/GF), and jackfruit option in Burrito Bowls

signal: amenity=pub


value: 2050 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: Asian Pear Buffet is an all-you-can-eat Chinese and Western cuisine restaurant on Harvey Avenue in Kelowna, with over 100 menu items spanning both culinary traditions. The buffet format makes it an appealing option for hungry touring cyclists looking to seriously refuel after a day on the Okanagan's cycling routes. The restaurant also offers takeout and delivery for those who prefer a grab-and-go approach.

value: Asian Pear Buffet

signal: Buffet $26.95 lunch, $33.95 all-day pricing


value: 1847 Capilano Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7P3B5

value: Capilano Cafe Market is a family-run deli and café on Capilano Road in North Vancouver, built around organic espresso, freshly made Italian-inspired paninis and sandwiches, and daily baked goods. The space includes a welcoming indoor area and a patio, making it a neighbourhood gathering spot on the North Shore. They also provide full catering services for corporate meetings and private events across the Lower Mainland.

value: Capilano Market

detail: Menu features hot paninis made to order, breakfast items, and freshly prepared sandwiches

wow_evidence: family-run deli and café… organic espresso, freshly made Italian-inspired paninis


value: 3099 Shannon Lake Rd, West Kelowna, BC V4T 2M2, Canada

community: West Kelowna

value: A convenience store located in the Shannon Lake area near Kelowna, serving the local community with typical retail items.

value: Shannon Lake Convenience Store


value: 4500 Kingsway, Unit 2303, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 53m; stands (3 spaces) at 68m; stands at 70m; stands at 70m; stands (6 spaces) at 93m; stands (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Money Tea (財茶) is a bubble tea café on Vancouver's Kingsway corridor, operating under dual English and Chinese branding. The unit number and floor level indicate it sits within a larger commercial complex, likely a mall. It accepts both cash and debit card payments.

value: Money Tea

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Coldwater Road

community: Kingsvale

value: Camp Ground


value: 3688 Parkview Street, Penticton, BC V2A 6H1

community: Penticton

value: Waterfront Inn is one of three beachside motels under the Skaha Lake Motels group, situated steps from Skaha Lake in Penticton's Okanagan Valley. Rooms include air conditioning and kitchen or kitchenette options, and the motel is pet friendly. It sits directly across from Skaha Lake Park, which offers volleyball courts, a waterpark, and other public amenities. Note that check-in for all three properties is handled at the Beachside Motel at 3624 Parkview Street.

value: Waterfront Inn

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 524 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6P1

value: Known locally as 'The Boh,' Bohemian Cafe & Catering Co. has been an Okanagan brunch institution on Kelowna's main Bernard Avenue since 1991, drawing a loyal following for its hearty breakfast and brunch fare in a family-friendly atmosphere with outdoor patio seating. The business also operates a catering arm serving private and corporate events across the region. Its central downtown Kelowna location makes it a natural morning fuel stop for cyclists passing through the city.

value: Bohemian Cafe & Catering Co.

signal: brunch institution, mains $22-30; ~$18-30pp


value: 401 2nd Avenue, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

community: Fernie

value: The Brickhouse Bar & Grill occupies the main floor of Fernie's historic 1909 Imperial Bank of Canada Building, a Renaissance Revival heritage structure sensitively restored to blend original architectural elements with a modern mountain aesthetic. The venue serves a Mediterranean-influenced pub menu alongside live music, with windows that open to create a patio feel in the heart of Fernie's historic downtown. Owner Matt Brazeau is a long-standing figure in Fernie's hospitality scene, and the space also includes a lower-level venue called The Underground.

value: The Brickhouse Bar & Grill


value: 10430 100 Street, Fort Saint John

community: Fort St. John

value: Easy Bites is an Indian restaurant in Fort Saint John offering traditional Indian cuisine. It provides indoor dine-in service and serves as a meal stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Easy Bites

signal: Indian dine-in; $15-25/person

wow_evidence: Indian restaurant in Fort Saint John


value: 6620 Royal Ave, West Vancouver, BC V7W 2B9

value: Pudgie's Pizza & Pasta is a long-established neighbourhood restaurant at Horseshoe Bay, serving pizza and pasta with fresh, locally sourced ingredients since the late 1980s. Its location steps from the BC Ferries terminal makes it a natural stop for cyclists riding to or from the Sunshine Coast. The restaurant is also known for stocking what it bills as Vancouver's largest selection of rare and specialty sodas.

value: Pudgie's Pizza & Pasta

signal: Casual pizza & pasta; no menu prices visible; no fine-dining signals

wow_evidence: steps from the BC Ferries terminal … serving pizza and pasta … since the late 1980s


value: 1150 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5V 3C9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands at 47m; wall_loops (5 spaces) at 90m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Matcha Corner is a specialty dessert shop on Kingsway in Vancouver, offering matcha ice cream, ceremonial-grade matcha powder, hojicha powder, and the currently trending Dubai Chewy Cookie. The shop also sells retail matcha products and handles catering and events bookings. It sits on the busy Kingsway corridor, making it a convenient sweet stop for cyclists passing through this part of Vancouver.

google_place_id: ChIJtZWlBQBxhlQRhbmXZbkIAOk

value: Matcha Corner

wow_evidence: specialty dessert shop on Kingsway


value: Oyama Isthmus, Lake Country, BC (off Hwy 97 via Pelmewash Pkwy)

community: Lake Country

value: A family-run general store perched on the Oyama Isthmus directly on the Okanagan Rail Trail, between Wood Lake and Kalamalka Lake — widely described as the trail's natural midpoint rest stop for cyclists riding between Kelowna and Vernon. Beyond groceries, liquor, and Canada Post services, it operates a rental hub offering European-designed e-bikes, paddleboards, and kayaks. Established in 2003 and sole-proprietor owned since 2015, it is a genuine community anchor that serves both locals and trail visitors.

value: Oyama General Store

detail: Ice explicitly listed under store offerings: 'Canada Post · Hardware · Lotto · Ice' and 'Groceries, dairy, snacks, hardware, ice & more'

wow_evidence: directly on the Okanagan Rail Trail… widely described as the trail's natural midpoint rest stop… e-bikes, paddleboards, and kayaks


community: Remote & backcountry, Peace River Regional District

value: A tiny 2-site free camp on a reportedly scenic Northern BC fishing lake, reachable only after 5 km of ATV trail or hiking beyond an already rough, unmaintained forest service road — winching may be required in wet conditions, and the final FSR has an active closure at km 41.

value: Wright Lake Recreation Site


community: Surrey

value: Big Chicken Town is a Korean fried chicken restaurant in Surrey, BC, specializing in double-fried chicken with traditional Korean recipes and signature sauces such as Honey Garlic, Black Yummy, and Green Mountain. The menu also includes Korean classics like spicy rice cakes. Online ordering is available for pickup or delivery, and the restaurant has its own mobile app.

value: Big Chicken Town

signal: Korean fried chicken shop, casual sit-down/takeout, no high-end markers


value: 731 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7M 2G9, Canada

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

value: Kolbeh is a family-owned Persian restaurant that has served the North Shore community for over 30 years, making it one of the oldest Persian restaurants in the area. The menu spans traditional soups such as halim and kaleh pacheh, wraps and donairs, braised meat sandwiches, and Persian breakfast platters. Takeout is available, and the kitchen labels vegetarian and gluten-free options clearly throughout the menu.

value: Kolbeh

detail: Menu explicitly labels vegetarian items (V): Falafel, Ash Reshteh, Kookoo sabzi, Fava Beans; gluten-free (GF): Lentil soup

signal: Sandwiches and bowls $12–15; sit-down casual Persian restaurant


value: 6631 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, V9T 4T7

community: Nanaimo

value: Hudson's Bay is a department store on Island Highway North in Nanaimo, offering apparel, home goods, and general merchandise. The store is part of a major Canadian retail chain and serves as a shopping destination for the community and travelers. Specific amenities useful to cyclists could not be verified.

value: Hudson's Bay

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: Hudson's Bay is a major Canadian retail chain department store


value: 350 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3X2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (1 space) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Pokerrito Mount Pleasant is a Pan-Asian poke bowl and sushi burrito chain location in Vancouver's Brewery District, offering over 50 customizable combinations built from sushi-grade proteins, plant-based options, and globally inspired sauces. Situated at the crossroads of Mount Pleasant, Fairview, and Kitsilano, the spot is a short ride from the Broadway–City Hall Canada Line station and easily accessible along the Broadway cycling corridor. It is one of more than a dozen Pokerrito franchise locations across BC and Ontario.

value: Pokerrito

detail: Menu explicitly labels vegan options (🌱) including Citrus Ponzu, Classic Shoyu, SSS sauce, and tofu/plant-based proteins; gluten-free (GF) sauces also marked on menu

signal: Bowls $14.95, sushi burritos $12.95 — all under $15 threshold


value: 1769 Fort Street, Victoria, BC

community: Victoria

value: QV Coffee House is a neighbourhood cafe on Fort Street in Victoria, open seven days a week and serving the Oak Bay Avenue corridor — a popular cycling route connecting downtown to the seaside communities to the east. The retail-building setting and consistent hours suggest a small independent coffee shop well-positioned for cyclists passing through the area.

value: QV Coffee House


value: 1700 Hodges Avenue, Masset, V0T 1M0

blurb: Masset's new library, with a Haida Language Immersion Lab inside.

community: Masset

value: The Masset Branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library is a newly opened 3,870-square-foot public library developed in partnership with X̱aad Kíl Née and the Haida Language Office, featuring a dedicated Haida Language Immersion Lab. Situated on Haida Gwaii, the branch serves as a community hub for learning, cultural preservation, and engagement with Haida heritage. Touring cyclists passing through Masset will find a welcoming public space with meeting rooms and community resources.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Masset Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: New library co-developed with the Haida Language Office, with a Haida Language Immersion Lab — a genuinely distinctive branch.


community: Castlegar

value: No Frills


community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako

value: Remote free campsite on the east shore of Chuchi Lake in northern BC, serving mainly as a boat-launch staging area with no confirmed amenities; reached after roughly 100 km of gravel road from Fort St. James.

value: Chuchi Lake Point


value: 607 Front Street, Gingolx, British Columbia, Canada V0V 1B0

label: crabbing and fishing season

community: Gingolx

value: A community campground in the remote Nisga'a village of Gingolx, at the end of Highway 113 where the Nass River meets Portland Inlet — simple, locally-run facilities in a place of deep quiet, panoramic mountain views, and rich Indigenous culture, with day trips possible to Hlgu Isgwit Hot Springs and the Nisga'a Lava Bed Park. Tourism infrastructure is basic and the pace is slow, but the setting is genuinely special.

value: Gingolx Community Campground

wow_evidence: operated by the Nisga'a Village Government ... day trips possible to Hlgu Isgwit Hot Springs and the Nisga'a Lava Bed Park


value: 1026 Mainland Street, Vancouver, V6B 2T4

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Bartholomew is a sophisticated cocktail and wine bar tucked in Vancouver's historic Yaletown neighbourhood, having been a cornerstone of the city's cocktail scene for nearly seven years. The intimate lounge is known for inventive drinks, curated wines, and what it describes as the city's premier charcuterie and cheese program, with an extensive selection of house-made cured meats and artisan cheeses from around the world. The majority of seating runs along a long bar, giving guests an up-close view of the bar and kitchen teams at work.

value: Bartholomew


value: 1680 Timberlands Rd, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1K3

community: Cassidy

value: Timberland Pub is a neighbourhood pub and liquor store in the Cassidy/Ladysmith area of Vancouver Island, offering dine-in and takeout with a full menu of pub classics including fresh local oysters and daily specials. The pub features pool tables, dart boards, keno, and an outdoor patio. A separately operated liquor store sits next door, making it a handy one-stop for a meal and supplies.

value: Timberlands Pub

detail: Menu lists clearly vegetarian items by ingredients: Pakora (chickpea flour, spinach, cauliflower), Garden Salad, Yam Fries, Nachos. No explicit GF or vegan labelling found

wow_evidence: fresh local oysters and daily specials


value: Unit 1, Nanaimo, BC

value: Five Star Pizza is a small pre-order takeout pizza operation in Nanaimo with no on-site dining room. Cyclists passing through can call ahead for a hot pizza pickup on evenings when the kitchen is running. The unit-only address suggests a light industrial or strip-mall location typical of takeout-focused pizza spots.

value: Five Star Pizza

detail: OSM note tag: 'Pre-order takeout only - no dining room'

wow_evidence: Pre-order takeout only - no dining room


value: 7110 Market Street, Port Hardy, V0N 2P0

blurb: Public library at the north end of the Island Highway; WiFi and computers.

community: Port Hardy

value: The Port Hardy branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library has served this northernmost Vancouver Island community since 1972, situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Kwakwaka'wakw peoples. As a full-service public library, it offers books, digital resources, computers, and meeting room facilities to the public at no charge. For touring cyclists reaching the end of the Island Highway, it provides a welcoming indoor rest stop with community resources in a remote location.

value: Port Hardy Library Branch

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 19644 Fraser Highway

community: Langley

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


community: Coquitlam

value: Triple Os


community: North Vancouver

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 3550 Brighton Avenue, Burnaby, V5A 4W3

community: Burnaby

value: Costco


community: Port Coquitlam

value: De Dutch

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


value: 20097 - 40th Avenue, Langley, B.C. V3A 2W3

value: Ocean Park Pizza & Steak House is a family-run Greek-Canadian restaurant in Langley's Brookswood neighbourhood, owned and operated by Maria and Leo, immigrants from Greece with over 50 years of combined restaurant experience. In 30 years of continuous operation it has been voted best pizza in Langley and nominated best steakhouse, offering an extensive menu spanning pizza, steaks, Greek dishes, seafood, and a full bar. Touring cyclists will find a relaxed, full-service sit-down dining option with takeout also available.

value: Ocean Park Pizza & Steakhouse

detail: Website states 'Pick Up Available After 12 Noon' on every page

detail: Menu includes a vegetarian pizza option ('29. Veg' category listed), salads, and Greek vegetable dishes

signal: Pizza mains $17–34, mostly medium $23–29 per person


value: 2003 2nd Avenue, Rossland, V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: The Flying Steamshovel is a gastropub and boutique inn in the mountain town of Rossland, BC, pouring 20 craft taps alongside house-made food, craft cocktails, and BC wine. The inn offers newly renovated rooms with a mountain-modern aesthetic, making it a practical overnight stop as well as a full sit-down meal option. It also operates as a live music venue and offers catering, adding a social hub dimension unusual for a town this size.

value: The Flying Steamshovel Inn

signal: gastropub, 20 taps, house food; ~$18-28pp


value: 64 Johnson Road, Christina Lake, V1N 4V8

price_label: Standard

community: Christina Lake

value: Family-run lakefront campground on Christina Lake with 300 feet of sandy beach, swim dock, hot showers, and boat moorage — sites sit close together and facilities are self-described as old-school but clean, drawing loyal summer regulars for decades. Highway 3 access via a short paved lane makes it effortless to reach by bike.

value: Skands Campground

wow_evidence: family-run lakefront campground on Christina Lake operating since 1970


value: 32588 Logan Ave, Mission, BC V2V 6C7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (16 spaces) at 9m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Mission

value: Country Style


value: 1725 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 30m; stands (4 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 21 spaces.


value: 152 Victoria St, Kamloops, BC V2C 1Z7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 54m; rack (1 space) at 54m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: Di Muzio Ristorante is an Italian restaurant located in Kamloops, BC. It appears to be a dinner-focused establishment, suggesting a sit-down dining experience suited to cyclists looking for an evening meal after a day on the road.

value: Di Muzio Ristorante

signal: dinner-focused Italian ristorante; ~$25-40pp, could be upscale


value: 548 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3J5

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 36m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 71m; stands (3 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: A downtown Vancouver restaurant blending Mediterranean and Persian cuisine, serving donairs, kebabs, wraps, and traditional Persian stews such as Ghormeh Sabzi and Khoresh Fesenjan. Located on Seymour Street in the heart of the city, it offers both indoor dine-in and convenient pickup or delivery via Uber Eats and DoorDash. The hearty, flavour-forward menu makes it a solid refuelling stop for cyclists moving through the downtown core.

value: Homa Grill & Donair

detail: Menu includes Falafel Wrap, Large Falafel Plate, and Falafel Value Box, confirming vegetarian options


value: 1388 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; rack at 62m; rack at 76m; rack at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; rack (4 spaces) at 98m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Thu Hien Deli is a Vietnamese specialty grocery and deli on Kingsway, in one of Vancouver's most concentrated Vietnamese commercial strips. The shop carries a broad range of Vietnamese packaged goods including cured meats (chả lụa, lạp xưởng), fresh noodles, fish sauces, snacks, and Vietnamese coffee. Touring cyclists passing through the area will find it a useful stop for shelf-stable provisions and prepared deli items.

value: Thu Hien Deli Ltd.

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 4131 Sowchea Road, Fort St James, V0J 1P0

community: Fort St James

value: A convenience store and fuel station in Fort St James serving travelers and local customers. Offers basic groceries and fuel services.

value: Suspenders


value: 2640 Cedar Park Place, V2T 3S5

community: Abbotsford

value: A vegetarian bakery in Chilliwack offering plant-based baked goods. It serves as a convenient stop for touring cyclists to source fresh food provisions while passing through the area.

value: Manohar Vegetarian Bakery

signal: shop=bakery


value: 3025 Lougheed Highway, Unit 375, Coquitlam, BC V3B 6S2

value: Kinton Ramen Sunwood Coquitlam is a Japanese ramen restaurant located inside Sunwood Square, part of one of North America's largest ramen chains with 50+ locations founded in Canada in 2012. The menu centres on customizable bowls with pork, beef, chicken, or vegetarian broth bases paired with a choice of thin, thick, or shirataki noodles. Touring cyclists will find a warm, filling meal with substantial carbohydrate options in a sit-down dine-in setting.

value: Kinton Ramen

detail: Website lists vegetarian ramen as a menu option, including a dedicated veggie soup base ('Crafted with fresh vegetables for a clean, balanced taste') and veggie protein selection

signal: Ramen shop; $9.99 all-ramen promotions across locations


value: 6200 McKay Ave Unit 10, Burnaby, BC V5H 4L7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 19m; rack (6 spaces) at 50m; stands (8 spaces) at 86m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 1185 Prosperity Way, V2G 0A6

community: Williams Lake

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


community: Trail

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: Yoho National Park, Columbia-Shuswap, BC V0A 1L0, Canada

blurb: Erosion-pillar hoodoos up a short steep trail in western Yoho National Park.

community: Leanchoil

value: The Hoodoos are a natural geological formation within Yoho National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site straddling the western slopes of the Canadian Rockies near Field, BC. These distinctive erosion pillars are a compelling roadside attraction for cyclists riding the Trans-Canada Highway corridor through the park. The surrounding landscape features glaciers, waterfalls, and world-renowned Burgess Shale fossil sites, making this stretch a highlight of any Rocky Mountain touring route.

value: Hoodoos

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Parks Canada explicitly states: Free admission to Yoho National Park

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Distinctive erosion pillars in Yoho reached by a short steep hike from Hoodoo Creek; genuine geological curiosity, not roll-up roadside.


value: 362 Powell Street, Vancouver, BC

value: LanaLou's is an owner-operated rock n' roll eatery on Powell Street in Vancouver, celebrated for its live music, rotating art, and quirky, unpretentious decor. The 100-seat licensed restaurant serves comfort food crafted from locally sourced ingredients in a community-minded atmosphere. It is fully wheelchair accessible and operates as both a restaurant and a live music venue.

value: LanaLou's

signal: rock'n'roll comfort-food eatery; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: owner-operated rock n' roll eatery...celebrated for its live music, rotating art


community: Smithers


value: 37 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G4

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 8m; stands (4 spaces) at 16m; stands (6 spaces) at 34m; stands (6 spaces) at 41m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Funky Winker Beans is a self-described 'hardcore' dive bar in Vancouver's Downtown East Side, known for its low-lit, utilitarian atmosphere that welcomes everyone. The bar features pool tables, pinball machines, and art from local artists for sale on the walls. Regular karaoke and open mic comedy events make it a lively destination in the heart of downtown.

value: Funky Winker Beans

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: hardcore dive bar in Vancouver's Downtown East Side, pool tables, pinball machines, and art from local artists


value: 7650 Winston St, Burnaby, BC V5A 2H4

value: El Comal Burnaby is the factory and restaurant location of a two-location Mexican food group, combining a working tortilla production facility with a sit-down restaurant and an on-site retail store selling handmade tortillas and Mexican provisions. The menu spans tacos on hand-pressed tortillas, birria specialties, burritos, and fresh seafood dishes drawing on traditional Mexican regional recipes. The attached store gives cyclists the option to pick up housemade tortillas and packaged goods to take on the road.

value: El Comal Mexican Food

signal: Mexican, hand-pressed tortillas, tacos/birria; ~$16-26pp


community: Penticton


value: 1855 Rogers Place, Kamloops, V1S 1R5

value: Days Inn by Wyndham Kamloops is a mid-range chain hotel located in Kamloops, BC, a major hub on popular touring routes including the Trans Canada and Crowsnest corridors. As part of the Wyndham brand, it offers standard hotel services in a city with good access to services, restaurants, and supply shops. Touring cyclists passing through Kamloops will find this a convenient overnight option in an otherwise large, spread-out city.

value: Days Inn by Wyndham Kamloops

signal: chain 'days inn'

wow_evidence: part of the Wyndham brand


value: 9110 Glover Road, Township of Langley

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 50m; stands (4 spaces) at 89m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Langley

value: BJ's Grocery is a convenience store located on Glover Road in Langley. Specific services and amenities are unconfirmed due to website access issues.

value: BJ's Grocery


value: 205 MacKenzie Avenue, Revelstoke

community: Revelstoke

value: Conversations Coffee House is a cafe on MacKenzie Avenue in Revelstoke. It serves the local community and provides a convenient stop for cyclists traveling through this mountain destination. Specific details about services and amenities could not be verified.

value: Conversations Coffee House

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: cafe on MacKenzie Avenue in Revelstoke


value: 100-4900 27 Street, Vernon, V1T 7G7

community: Vernon

value: Browns Socialhouse is a Canadian casual-dining franchise with over 80 locations, positioning itself between neighbourhood pub and upscale casual dining. The Vernon location sits in the Village Green retail area, serving fresh, flavourful American-style food in a relaxed social atmosphere. Delivery and pickup are available, making it a viable stop for cyclists who want a sit-down meal or a quick order to go.

value: Browns Socialhouse

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


value: 3031 Louie Drive, V4T 3E2

community: Westbank

value: Arby's


value: 1715 152 Street, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Winners


value: 2229 Ferko Road

community: Cawston

value: Klippers Guest Suites are spacious, self-contained three-bedroom units on a working certified organic farm in Cawston, BC's Similkameen Valley, with each suite offering a private entrance, full kitchen, and scenic farmland views. The property is part of a larger agri-tourism destination that includes the Row Fourteen farm-to-table restaurant, Untangled Craft Cider, and a CSA operation, and guests can request fresh organic produce brought directly to their suite. It sits within easy reach of Okanagan and Similkameen wine-route cycling, with popular destinations like Osoyoos, Penticton, and Naramata nearby.

value: Klippers Guest Suites

detail: Row Fourteen restaurant is on-site at Klippers Organics; reservations mentioned on website

signal: Self-contained 3BR farm suites; whole-unit ~$300+ normalizes upscale

wow_evidence: certified organic farm... Row Fourteen farm-to-table restaurant, Untangled Craft Cider


value: 4522 Fenwick Road, Fort Steele, BC V0B 1N0

blurb: Provincial trout hatchery near Fort Steele; drop-in self-guided tours and a seasonal fishing pond.

community: Bull River

value: The Kootenay Trout Hatchery and Visitor Centre is operated by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, a non-profit that raises and releases trout, char, and kokanee into hundreds of lakes across the province. Located just outside Cranbrook in Fort Steele, the facility welcomes drop-in visitors with self-guided hatchery tours and a seasonal public fishing pond. It is one of six major hatcheries in BC and offers educational programs including Learn to Fish sessions.

label: Fishing pond open

months: May June July August September October

setting: mixed

value: Kootenay Trout Hatchery

signal: non-profit hatchery visitor centre, free drop-in

wow_evidence: Provincial hatchery with visitor centre, drop-in self-guided tours, seasonal fishing pond — genuine day-enhancing family stop; one of six major FFSBC hatcheries.


value: 1889 Powell Street, Vancouver, V5L 1H8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 35m.

value: Nabi House is a Korean restaurant in Vancouver located on Powell Street. It offers sit-down dining service for customers. The restaurant provides a meal option for touring cyclists exploring the city.

value: Nabi House

signal: Korean dine-in; ~$16-26pp


value: #5 4600 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna, BC V1W 1X4

community: Kelowna

value: Sunshine Market is a neighbourhood grocery store in Kelowna's Lakeshore area, claiming the largest selection of Indian groceries in the city alongside fresh Okanagan produce sourced through direct farm partnerships. Beyond standard grocery staples, it runs a full grill and deli serving hot breakfasts, daily lunch specials, and Indian dishes such as butter chicken and chicken biryani. Touring cyclists can resupply with fresh fruit, ready-to-eat hot meals, specialty provisions, and baked goods all under one roof.

value: Sunshine Market

detail: Fresh Daily Buffet with breakfast platters and daily rotating lunch specials; Grill & Deli serving chicken wings, poutine, fish & chips, Indian dishes, and more

wow_evidence: fresh Okanagan produce sourced through direct farm partnerships ... full grill and deli serving hot breakfasts, daily lunch specials


value: 6401 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5E1E1

community: Burnaby

value: Lee Garden Seafood Restaurant is a Chinese seafood restaurant on Kingsway in Burnaby, serving dim sum, lunch specials, and a full Chinese-Asian menu, with a second location in Coquitlam. The restaurant offers indoor air-conditioned dining with reservations accepted, providing a comfortable sit-down meal option for cyclists in the Burnaby area. Pickup orders are also available for those continuing on the road.

value: Lee Garden Seafood Restaurant

signal: Menu items $10–11: dumplings, buns, spring rolls

wow_evidence: second location in Coquitlam


value: MEC (Mountain Equipment Company) is one of Canada's largest outdoor retailers, operating a location in Kelowna. As a full-service outdoor shop, it typically carries a broad range of cycling gear, apparel, and accessories suited to touring and adventure cyclists. The Kelowna store serves the broader Okanagan cycling community in a region known for its extensive trail networks and long-distance touring routes.

value: MEC Mountain Equipment Company

subcategory: Outdoor Gear


value: Thompson-Nicola, BC V1K 1M9, Canada

community: Collettville

value: A small, free 3-site recreation site on Lily Lake southwest of Merritt, suited for lakeside fishing, canoeing, and nature watching; the final few kilometres of access road are very rough and demand high-clearance vehicles, making the approach an unpleasant slog for a loaded tourer.

value: Lily Lake Recreation Site


value: 2211 Jingle Pot Road, Nanaimo, V9R 6T9

community: Nanaimo

value: Serious Coffee is a locally-owned BC franchise chain founded in Duncan in 1994, now operating 16 locations across Vancouver Island, Powell River, and New Westminster. The brand distinguishes itself through an air roasting process applied to premium Arabica beans, producing a smoother, less bitter cup than conventional drum roasting. The Nanaimo Jingle Pot Road location offers a full menu of espresso drinks, cold beverages, teas, and fresh baked goods sourced from the company's own bakery adjacent to its Cowichan Valley roasting plant.

value: Serious Coffee


value: #130 – 4751 Garden City Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3M7

community: Richmond

value: Tsukiji Japanese Restaurant is a long-established Richmond dining room that has been serving traditional Japanese cuisine since 2003, built around a legacy of head chefs whose techniques continue to define the kitchen. The menu centres on sashimi prepared with ingredients imported daily from Japan, alongside 25+ varieties of aburi and nigiri, A5 wagyu beef, and an exclusive premium sake selection the restaurant claims is unavailable elsewhere in Vancouver. The site is also offered in Chinese, reflecting the multilingual community it serves.

value: Tsukiji Japanese Restaurant

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian dishes: Vegetable Miso Soup, House Green Salad, Spinach Ohitashi, Spinach Gomaae, Kinpira Gobo (Burdock Root). No explicit vegan or gluten-free labelling found

signal: Sashimi mains $17.95–$26; sit-down Japanese restaurant

wow_evidence: sashimi prepared with ingredients imported daily from Japan… exclusive premium sake selection the restaurant claims is unavailable elsewhere in Vancouver


community: Mount Robson

value: A remote campsite reachable only by non-cycling means, with no confirmed amenities on record; the linked park website covers Mount Robson Park generally but does not describe Marmot Campground specifically, leaving details unverified.

value: Marmot Campground

wow_evidence: backcountry campsite within Mount Robson Provincial Park


value: 6568 Hastings Street

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: Historic Mile 375 Alaska Highway

community: Fort Nelson

value: Tetsa River Lodge is a three-generation family-run roadside stop at Historic Mile 375 of the Alaska Highway in northern BC, operating since 1942 and self-proclaimed the 'Cinnamon Bun Centre of the Galactic Cluster.' Ben Andrews continues the family tradition with freshly baked cinnamon buns and hand-crafted artisan meats that have made this a beloved landmark among Alaska Highway travelers. On a remote stretch with very few services between Fort Nelson and the Yukon, it offers tenting, cabins, a cafe, gas and diesel, and WiFi — making it a rare and welcome resupply point for touring cyclists.

value: Tetsa River Lodge

detail: Gift shop/cafe sells homemade breads, artisan meats, cinnamon buns, and soup made on premises; not a full grocery but food staples available for purchase

detail: Cafe serves breakfast and daily homemade soup; website states 'does not offer full meals but serves a wonderful breakfast and has a variety of meats, bread and the daily homemade soup.'

wow_evidence: three-generation family-run roadside stop at Historic Mile 375 of the Alaska Highway... operating since 1942... beloved landmark among Alaska Highway travelers


value: 7445 Frontier Street, Pemberton

community: Pemberton

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 46245 Reece Avenue

blurb: Seasonal outdoor pool run by the YMCA for the city.

community: Chilliwack

value: Rotary Pool is a seasonal outdoor public swimming pool in Chilliwack, owned by the City and operated by the YMCA of BC. It offers public swims, swimming lessons, and special events during the warmer months. For touring cyclists passing through Chilliwack in summer, the pool could provide a refreshing break from the road.

value: Rotary Pool

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Seasonal outdoor public pool — outdoor pool anchor 2.


value: 1415 Canyon Street, Creston

community: Creston

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 2087 Beitush Road, Tlell, V0T 1Y0

community: Tlell

value: Haida House at Tllaal is a Haida-owned Indigenous cultural tourism lodge nestled along the banks of the Tlell River on Haida Gwaii, offering 10 lodge rooms and 12 oceanside cabins across 50 acres of river and ocean frontage. The property specializes in authentic Haida cultural adventures, with access to forest trails, a fruit orchard, and beach, on one of Canada's most remote and ecologically distinct archipelagos. Reaching it requires either a ferry from Prince Rupert or a flight to Sandspit, making it a genuine end-of-the-road destination for touring cyclists on Haida Gwaii.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Haida House at Tllaal

detail: On-site casual dining room specializing in tide- and farm-to-table cuisine with fresh seafood, charbroiled meats, local seasonal vegetables, and homemade desserts

signal: Haida-owned cultural lodge, 10 rooms + 12 oceanside cabins; premium cultural tourism, $250-350 with package options

wow_evidence: Haida-owned Indigenous cultural tourism lodge … on Haida Gwaii … 50 acres of river and ocean frontage … authentic Haida cultural adventures


value: 2215 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; bollard (2 spaces) at 29m; bollard (2 spaces) at 33m; bollard (2 spaces) at 36m; bollard (2 spaces) at 44m; bollard (2 spaces) at 45m; bollard (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; bollard (2 spaces) at 81m; bollard (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Kin's Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


label: chum salmon run

months: October November

community: Langford

value: A vehicle-accessible group campsite set in Goldstream Provincial Park's cathedral old-growth of 600-year-old Douglas firs, just 16 km from Victoria; the annual chum salmon spawning run draws bald eagles and thousands of visitors each autumn. Group sites carry a minimum charge for 15 adults, making them cost-effective only for larger parties.

value: Goldstream Group Campsite - Goldminer (Lower) Site

wow_evidence: cathedral old-growth of 600-year-old Douglas firs... annual chum salmon spawning run draws bald eagles