Spring Starts Here
Days Are Just Packed In The Comox Valley
When spring nudges the cooler months aside, Vancouver Island’s Comox Valley offers all the promise of a season filled with longer days and milder conditions. Whether you choose morning hikes, afternoons on the ocean, wildlife viewing, teeing off on glistening greens, absorbing culture through unique experiences, or walking through nature in bloom, everything is within reach.
Spring Things To Do
The valley is teeming with activities to enjoy. With kilometres of coastline, rivers, and lakes, stand-up paddle boarding and sea kayaking are a great way to explore. You can paddle a little way offshore to get up close to aquatic wildlife and marine birds, or enjoy a sunset over the magnificent Comox Glacier from a completely unique angle. Back on dry land, play a round at one of our six impressive golf courses, or at one of our parkland disc golf courses. Starting April 11th, you can stop by the renowned Comox Valley Farmers’ Market in Courtenay for local produce, food, crafts, and music every Saturday.
Patio Season Begins
Whether it’s a leisurely Sunday morning brunch turning into afternoon lounging, or a round of drinks and light bites with friends post-biking, there’s a sunny retreat with friendly staff waiting at our charming eateries and six local microbreweries.
Arts & Culture Experiences
Explore local history and the K’ómoks First Nation through valuable indigenous experiences, or by visiting one of the galleries or museums — like the historic I-Hos gallery in Comox, next to the K’ómoks Big House, or at the Comox Valley Art Gallery in downtown Courtenay. Discover the many community workshops catering to beginner and advanced skill levels. On May 16th, you can browse local arts and crafts and enjoy eclectic live music and family games at Cumberland’s Village Market Day.
Stay a While
The valley is best explored over a number of days, and when it comes to picking your place to stay, there are plenty of options. Charming hotels and motels, family campgrounds, and serene RV parks are plentiful. If you’re seeking luxury, we’ve got you covered with oceanside resorts featuring rejuvenating spas, and resorts with golf greens on their doorstep. If solitude amongst the pines within a stones throw of a quiet wild beach is more your style, choose a cozy vacation rental or bed & breakfast.
Getting Here
Regular ferry service links the British Columbia Mainland and Washington State to the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. Riding a ferry allows you to stretch your legs, enjoy a meal, browse the gift shop and observe marine traffic and wildlife.
