Vancouver Island View

Summer has officially arrived, and if you're looking for the best ways to cool off, this week's updates have you covered.

One of my most popular summer guides, Cowichan River Tubing, has just been refreshed with new tips, updated information, and everything you need to know before floating down one of Vancouver Island's most iconic rivers.

If you've been thinking about making the trip this summer, now's the perfect time to start planning.

To go along with it, I've also updated my guide to the Best Swimming Spots on Vancouver Island. From calm lakes perfect for families to refreshing rivers and sheltered coves, these are the places I find myself recommending year after year whenever the temperatures climb.

And if you'd rather escape the crowds altogether, I have something brand new for you. I recently explored another one of the island's most magical ancient forests, a place where towering old-growth giants create an unforgettable experience.

I won't spoil the surprise here, but if you love discovering places that still feel wonderfully untouched, you'll definitely want to check out my newest Hidden Gem (for members only).

Cowichan River Tubing

Spend a lazy summer afternoon floating the crystal-clear Cowichan River, one of Vancouver Island's most iconic ways to beat the heat.

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Best Swimming Spots

From crystal-clear rivers to warm freshwater lakes, discover my favourite places to cool off across mid-Vancouver Island this summer.

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Hidden Gem

Step into a beautiful ancient forest where towering old-growth cedars and Douglas firs create one of Vancouver Island's most awe-inspiring hidden escapes.

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