Vancouver International Airport 3 hr 30
Gabriola Sands Provincial Park (6 min)
Park, camping, and beach Newcastle Island (45 min) Petroglyph Provincial Park (45 min)
Hilly, wooded area with interpretative plaques & examples of ancient, native stone carvings. Nanaimo Harbour (38 min)
Urban waterfront area with a pedestrian walkway, access to shops & eateries & scenic views. Bowen Park (44 min)
Big natural area with a waterfall & duck pond, plus park amenities like a pool & sport courts. Westwood Lake (50 min)
Lake and park Mudge Island (52 min)
River, estuary, and bungee jumping Malaspina Galleries (6 min) Newcastle Island (45 min) Protection Island (1 hr 4) Jack Point and Biggs Park (55 min) Neck Point Park (57 min)
Photography & scuba diving are popular at this beachfront park with hiking trails & views. WildPlay Element Parks, Nanaimo (50 min)
Tree canopy obstacle course with zip lines, bungy jumps & a 150 foot swing over a canyon. Departure Bay (1 hr 7)
Scenic bay with a ferry terminal for connections to the mainland, plus various shops & eateries. Nanaimo Museum (40 min)
Exhibits covering city history, logging & mining, plus a sports hall of fame & a local art gallery. | 
