Vancouver International Airport 3 hr 32
Gabriola Sands Provincial Park (3 min)
Park, camping, and beach Petroglyph Provincial Park (47 min)
Hilly, wooded area with interpretative plaques & examples of ancient, native stone carvings. Newcastle Island (47 min) Departure Bay (1 hr 8)
Scenic bay with a ferry terminal for connections to the mainland, plus various shops & eateries. Bowen Park (45 min)
Big natural area with a waterfall & duck pond, plus park amenities like a pool & sport courts. Newcastle Island (47 min) WildPlay Element Parks, Nanaimo (52 min)
Tree canopy obstacle course with zip lines, bungy jumps & a 150 foot swing over a canyon. Malaspina Galleries (4 min) Westwood Lake (52 min)
Lake and park Nanaimo Museum (41 min)
Exhibits covering city history, logging & mining, plus a sports hall of fame & a local art gallery. Nanaimo Harbour (40 min)
Urban waterfront area with a pedestrian walkway, access to shops & eateries & scenic views. Jack Point and Biggs Park (57 min) Neck Point Park (58 min)
Photography & scuba diving are popular at this beachfront park with hiking trails & views. Protection Island (1 hr 20) Maffeo Sutton Park (43 min) | 
