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1. Sea Star Estate Farm and Vineyards
North Pender IslandThere are actually two vineyards on this lovely 26-acre property—the upper vineyard clings to Mount Menzies while the lower trails down to the sea—both kept trim by a resident flock of small Babydoll Southdown sheep. Vintages from the first two years proved so popular that the vineyard has now increased to maximum production capacity. The award-winning Ortega and Blanc de Noir continue to sell out. Enjoy appetizers from Truss Farm Food in the licensed picnic area off the Tasting Room.
6621 Harbour Hill Dr., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M1, Canada250-629–6960Sight Details
Rate Includes: C$12 tasting flight of 3 wines, Closed Mon. and Tues.; closed Mon.–Thurs. Sept.–Apr. -
2. Burgoyne Bay Provincial Park
Easy hikes and a pretty pebble beach are the draws at this provincial park, at the end of a dirt road toward the southern end of the island.
Burgoyne Bay Rd., British Columbia, V8K 2A6, Canada -
3. Campbell Point
Part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, this waterfront area has walking trails and, at Bennett Bay, one of the island's most scenic beaches.
Mayne Island, British Columbia, Canada -
4. Garry Oaks Winery
This small winery, home to valley-view vineyards and a meditative labyrinth, produces estate-grown Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, a Chardonnay-Gewürztraminer blend, and an intriguing red made from Zweigelt grapes. It's open for tastings daily May through October from 11 am to 5 pm.
1880 Fulford-Ganges Rd., British Columbia, V8K 2A5, Canada250-653–4687Sight Details
Rate Includes: C$5 tasting fee, Closed Nov. to Apr. -
5. Georgina Point Heritage Park and Lighthouse
This waterfront park overlooking Active Pass is part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. It's also home to the Georgina Point Lighthouse; built in 1885, it still signals ships into the busy waterway. The grassy grounds are great for picnicking.
Georgina Point Rd., Mayne Island, British Columbia, V0N 2J1, Canada -
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6. Gowlland Point Park
South Pender IslandThe small pebble beach at Gowlland Point Park, at the end of Gowlland Point Road on South Pender, is one of the prettiest on the islands, with views across to Washington State.
Gowlland Point Rd., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M3, Canada -
7. Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
South Pender IslandBoth North Pender and South Pender host sections of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. On South Pender a steep trail leads to the 800-foot summit of Mt. Norman, with its expansive ocean and island views; in the newer Greenburn Lake section of the park, forest trails circle a pretty freshwater lake. On North Pender, a historic cottage resort called Roesland is now part of the park; one of the circa-1908 cottages houses the Pender Island Museum. An easy 15-minute walk leads to a tiny islet.
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8. Hope Bay
North Pender IslandArt studios, an artisans' co-op, Pender Chocolates, and views to Saturna and Mayne islands are the draws at Hope Bay, a lovely cove on North Pender's eastern shore.
4301 Bedwell Harbour Rd., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M1, Canada250-629–3166 -
9. Japanese Memorial Gardens
Built entirely by volunteers, this 1-acre garden at Dinner Bay Park honors the island's early Japanese settlers. It's about ½ mile south of the Village Bay ferry terminal.
Dinner Bay Rd., Mayne Island, British Columbia, V0N 2J0, CanadaSight Details
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10. Montague Harbour Marina
You can rent a kayak, boat, or moped at Montague Harbour Marina, or grab a snack at the café on-site.
3451 Montague Park Rd., Galiano Island, British Columbia, V0N 1P0, Canada250-539–5733Sight Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr. -
11. Montague Harbour Provincial Marine Park
This provincial park on the island's southwest shore has a long shell beach famed for its sunset views.
550 Montague Park Rd., Galiano Island, British Columbia, V0N 1P0, Canada250-539–2115 -
12. Mortimer Spit
South Pender IslandThe sandy beach at Mortimer Spit is a sheltered spot for swimming and kayaking; it's near the bridge linking the two islands.
Mortimer Spit Rd., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M3, Canada -
13. Mount Maxwell Provincial Park
Near the center of Salt Spring Island, Baynes Peak in Mount Maxwell Provincial Park has spectacular views of south Salt Spring, Vancouver Island, and other Gulf Islands. The last portion of the drive is steep, winding, and unpaved.
Mt. Maxwell Rd., British Columbia, Canada -
14. Mt. Parke
A 45-minute hike up this 263-meter (863-foot) peak leads to the island's highest point and a stunning view of the mainland and other Gulf Islands.
Montrose Rd., Mayne Island, British Columbia, V0N 2J0, Canada -
15. Pender Islands Museum
North Pender IslandIn a 1908 farmhouse at Roesland on North Pender, part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, this tiny museum houses local historic artifacts.
2408 S. Otter Bay Rd., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M1, Canada250-629–6935Sight Details
Rate Includes: By donations, Closed Mon.–Thurs. and Jan.—Jul. -
16. Plumper Pass Lockup
Miners BayBuilt in 1896, this former jail is now a minuscule museum chronicling Mayne Island's history.
433 Fernhill Rd., Mayne Island, British Columbia, V0N 2J0, Canada250-539–5286Sight Details
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17. Ruckle Provincial Park
This provincial park is the site of an 1872 homestead and extensive fields that are still being farmed. Several small sandy beaches and 8 km (5 miles) of trails winding through forests and along the coast make this one of the islands' most appealing parks. A lovely and very popular campground has walk-in tent sites on a grassy slope overlooking the sea as well as a few drive-in sites in the woods.
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18. Salt Spring Vineyards
Salt Spring Vineyards produces a dozen wines, including Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, and blackberry port, almost entirely from island-grown fruit. Be sure to try one of the Evolution series, made with a grape variety developed right on Salt Spring Island, and the Charme de L'Ile bubbly. Tastings are paired with local, seasonal food. Wine by the glass, bread, cheese, smoked fish, and other fixings are available for summer picnics on the vineyard-view patio. Live bands entertain on Friday evenings in summer; events, from food fests to outdoor theater, happen regularly, too.
151 Lee Rd., British Columbia, V8K 2A5, Canada250-653–9463Sight Details
Rate Includes: $5 tasting fee, waived with purchase of $100 or more -
19. The Springwater Lodge
Miners BayYou can stop for a meal or a drink on the deck at this lodge, once one of the province's oldest continuously operating hotels. It's been around since 1892 but no longer rents cabins or lodge rooms.
400 Fernhill Rd., Mayne Island, British Columbia, V0N 2J2, Canada250-539–5521
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