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Desolation Sound
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Top Ten Must-Sees
- Take in the natural wonders of Desolation Sound Marine Park by kayak or boat, an unparalleled and breathtaking yachter's paradise.
- Enjoy a leisurely hike through beautiful rainforest from Egmont to the famous Skookumchuck Narrows, and view the tide change spectacle of 200 billion gallons of water flowing through the narrows connecting Sechelt and Jervis Inlets. View the Best Viewing Times - 2010
- Comb our incredible beaches including Palm Beach, Savary Island, Shingle Beach, Mahood Beach and Willingdon Beach.
- Walk through the quaint seaside village of Gibsons Landing and enjoy the art galleries, coffee shops and unique stores of the 'most liveable town in the world', and stroll through the beautiful marina full of boats of all types & sizes.
- Drive up Hwy 101 to Mile 0 in Lund and experience this quaint historic village, the gateway to Desolation Sound.
- Take some time to hike up Soames Hill in Gibsons and Mt. Daniel in Pender Harbour, and be rewarded with stunning views from the tops of these hills.
- Experience the legendary culture of the Sunshine Coast by attending our vibrant festivals (Blackberry Festival, Symphony Orchestra Academy of the Pacific, Choral Kathaumixw) or by visiting our various artists along the Purple Banner tour.
- Enjoy not only the visit to Pender Harbour with its protected coves and fascinating history, but also the winding road from Halfmoon Bay, perfect for the motorcycle buff.
- Access stunning Smuggler Cove, either by enjoying a fabulous hike in, or by boat. One of the most beautiful anchorages on the Sunshine Coast.
- Hike up Valentine Mountain on the Upper Sunshine Coast for panoramic views of Powell River, Savary Island, Texada Island, Harwood Island and Vancouver Island.
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Top Ten Most Romantic Pastimes
- Walk, bike or swim the tropic-like waters and white sandy beaches of Savary Island
- Spend the weekend in lavish comfort at one of area's many bed and breakfasts and cottages, or choose a luxurious Oceanside resort with all the amenities.
- Explore the charming town of Lund and enjoy a sunset dinner cruise into Desolation Sound
- Stroll the shores of Shelter Point on Texada Island, the historic Jewel of the Pacific
- Watch a stunning sunset from one of the countless beaches on the Sunshine Coast
- Stroll through the local art galleries and shops to find that special piece to take home
- Select a serene and lavish spa, and indulge in some well deserved pampering
- Choose one from among our many superb restaurants with mouth-watering food, romantic atmosphere, and beautiful views
- Rent a double kayak and join a romantic moonlight paddle
- Spend an afternoon or a full day aboard a beautiful boat on a private cruise
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Top Ten Family Fun Activities
- Swim, hike and play the day away at Willingdon Beach and Water Park
- Bike the wheelchair-accessible trail at Inland Lake
- Water ski, boat or zunga (rope swing) into the beautiful waters of Powell Lake
- Savour in a delectable seafood feast at one of the many local restaurants
- Take in the sights, sounds and celebrations of the Coast's many annual festivals including the Powell River Blackberry Festival and SeaFair, Gibsons Sea Cavalcade, and the Davis Bay Sandcastle Competition
- Swim and beachcomb at fantastic Davis Bay
- Go cross country skiing, snowshoeing or tobogganing at Dakota Ridge or The Knuckleheads
- Stroll around historic Gibsons Landing and enjoy a delicious gelato, eat fresh fish & chips, shop, wander through the marina and buy fresh seafood
- Take the scenic and family-friendly hike into Skookumchuck Narrows to view the world famous rapids, and take along a small picnic
- Enjoy the Sechelt salt pool with its 'Lazy River', unique children's pool, adult pool, hot tub, and sauna
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Top Ten Activities for Thrillseekers
- Kayak or sail the mystical shores of Desolation Sound amid an abundance of sea life
- Dive to the 9-foot bronze mermaid at Mermaid Cove in Saltery Bay, or the wreck of the Chaudiere in Porpoise Bay
- Charter an ocean fishing experience of a lifetime
- Paddle the Powell Forest Canoe Route
- Hike your way through parts, or all of the world-famous Sunshine Coast Trail
- Go on a 4-wheel adventure through the wilderness
- Kayak the Skookumchuck Narrows, among the fastest tidal rapids in the world
- Horseback to the top of the Caren Range or along the picturesque ocean shores
- Mountain bike some of the Coast's world-famous trails
- Hike up Mt. Daniel in spectacular Pender Harbour or Valentine Mountain in Powell River
