K’s Sunshine Coast Guidebook
Sightseeing, Hikes, Restaurants and Tips from the Locals
Series of trails with beautiful waterfalls. There is also a playground for kids and large playing field.
128 locals recommend
Cliff Gilker Park
3110 Sunshine Coast HwySeries of trails with beautiful waterfalls. There is also a playground for kids and large playing field.
Sunshine Coast Golf & Country Club
3206 BC-101Roberts Creek Pier
999 Roberts Creek RoadRoberts Creek Beach is located in the “Heart of the Creek” and is a must see when the tide is low. The beach offers a sprawling sand bar that you can walk for miles. Just up from the beach is the Gumboot Cafe which is known for its amazing brunch and avocado toast! Roberts Creek has tons of little shops which sell natural products, hemp lotions, homemade soaps and much more. The “ Heart of the Creek” is a great place to explore. There is also an ice cream shop and Beer and Wine store.
Beach Avenue
Beach AvenueRoberts Creek Beach is located in the “Heart of the Creek” and is a must see when the tide is low. The beach offers a sprawling sand bar that you can walk for miles. Just up from the beach is the Gumboot Cafe which is known for its amazing brunch and avocado toast! Roberts Creek has tons of little shops which sell natural products, hemp lotions, homemade soaps and much more. The “ Heart of the Creek” is a great place to explore. There is also an ice cream shop and Beer and Wine store.
Roberts Creek Provincial Park
Mount Daniel is located up the Coast near Madeira Park BC. Mount Daniel is a 40-60 minute hike which offers panoramic ocean views at the top. For any outdoorsy people- Mount Daniel is a must see! After your hike reward yourself with a glass of wine and fish and chips at the Backeddy Pub just 5 minutes from Mount Daniel. The Pub is located on the water and has a large outdoor patio which looks out to the Backeddy marina.
26 locals recommend
Mount Daniel
Mount Daniel is located up the Coast near Madeira Park BC. Mount Daniel is a 40-60 minute hike which offers panoramic ocean views at the top. For any outdoorsy people- Mount Daniel is a must see! After your hike reward yourself with a glass of wine and fish and chips at the Backeddy Pub just 5 minutes from Mount Daniel. The Pub is located on the water and has a large outdoor patio which looks out to the Backeddy marina.
The West Coast Wilderness Lodge has endless amenities. Situated up the coast and located in the wilderness, this resort offers jet ski rentals, kayak rentals, float plane tours, boat tours, fishing charters, oceanfront dining and many more outdoor experiences.
22 locals recommend
West Coast Wilderness Lodge
6649 Maple RdThe West Coast Wilderness Lodge has endless amenities. Situated up the coast and located in the wilderness, this resort offers jet ski rentals, kayak rentals, float plane tours, boat tours, fishing charters, oceanfront dining and many more outdoor experiences.
Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park
Davis Bay Beach offers a beautiful sandbar at low tide and 2-3 kms of beachfront seawall. There are also shops and food spots located across from the Beach.
19 locals recommend
Davis Bay
Davis Bay Beach offers a beautiful sandbar at low tide and 2-3 kms of beachfront seawall. There are also shops and food spots located across from the Beach.
From Gibsons Harbour you can take a water taxi to Vancouver or a short ride over to Keats Island.
Keats Island offers beautiful beaches and scenery.
11 locals recommend
Gibsons Harbour Ferry
611 School RdFrom Gibsons Harbour you can take a water taxi to Vancouver or a short ride over to Keats Island.
Keats Island offers beautiful beaches and scenery.
Bonniebrook Beach
Coast Gravity Park
Dusty RoadAlpha Adventures- Gibsons Kayaking & Outdoor Gear
Molly's LaneSprockids park
1235 Stewart Rd.
Keats Island
Soames Hill Park
639 Bridgeman RdFarm Ventures
713 Sullivan RdRuby Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in BC with its light blue waters and turquoise shores. Visit Ruby Lake Beach, Ruby Lake Resort and Restaurant. Bring your kayaks, motor boats, or just visit the Beach.
42 locals recommend
Ruby Lake
15427–15899 Sunshine Coast HwyRuby Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in BC with its light blue waters and turquoise shores. Visit Ruby Lake Beach, Ruby Lake Resort and Restaurant. Bring your kayaks, motor boats, or just visit the Beach.
Katherine Lake Beach is perfect for families with young children. Katherine Lake is family oriented and has a nice sandy beach, floating dock, lots of parking and washrooms. You can visit for the day or reserve a camping site. The camp sites have electrical outlets, fire pit areas and lots to do for families! There are always tons of kids riding their bikes, swimming to the dock and enjoying the turtles in the little lagoon are.
Katherine Lake is one of the best spots on the Sunshine Coast for families to go with young children. This is a family/young children oriented beach and campground spot.
16 locals recommend
Katherine Lake Park and Campground
4955 Garden Bay RdKatherine Lake Beach is perfect for families with young children. Katherine Lake is family oriented and has a nice sandy beach, floating dock, lots of parking and washrooms. You can visit for the day or reserve a camping site. The camp sites have electrical outlets, fire pit areas and lots to do for families! There are always tons of kids riding their bikes, swimming to the dock and enjoying the turtles in the little lagoon are.
Katherine Lake is one of the best spots on the Sunshine Coast for families to go with young children. This is a family/young children oriented beach and campground spot.
Persephone Brewing Company
1053 Stewart Rd.
Sakinaw Lake
Smitty’s Oyster House is located in the heart of Gibsons Harbour/Marina/Lower Gibsons. Enjoy oysters and other amazing seafood while sitting waterfront watching the boats arrive to the Harbour. Smitty’s is known for its large outdoor seating area located right on the dock and for its “Share Plates”. You can ask your server to put together a beautifully designed platter of all the items on the menu.
120 locals recommend
Smitty's Oyster House
643 School RdSmitty’s Oyster House is located in the heart of Gibsons Harbour/Marina/Lower Gibsons. Enjoy oysters and other amazing seafood while sitting waterfront watching the boats arrive to the Harbour. Smitty’s is known for its large outdoor seating area located right on the dock and for its “Share Plates”. You can ask your server to put together a beautifully designed platter of all the items on the menu.
Beachcomber coffee is located in the heart of Lower Gibsons across from the famous Molly’s Reach Restaurant home the “Beachcomber” film
44 locals recommend
Beachcomber Coffee Company
264 Gower Point RdBeachcomber coffee is located in the heart of Lower Gibsons across from the famous Molly’s Reach Restaurant home the “Beachcomber” film
The Painted Boat is a peaceful, water view, resort with spa. The Painted Boat offers a pool, hot tub, outdoor showers, mineral treatments and has a full service spa! You can visit the Painted Boat for the day and pay a day fee which gives you access to the pools and hot tub and other amenities. If you are looking to unwind- visit the Painted Boat. Or if you are looking for somewhere to bring your kids - this Resort is kid friendly.
The Painted Boat Restaurant is a great place to dine. It offers a more formal environment.
Check out the website for more details
32 locals recommend
Painted Boat Resort Spa & Marina
12849 Lagoon RdThe Painted Boat is a peaceful, water view, resort with spa. The Painted Boat offers a pool, hot tub, outdoor showers, mineral treatments and has a full service spa! You can visit the Painted Boat for the day and pay a day fee which gives you access to the pools and hot tub and other amenities. If you are looking to unwind- visit the Painted Boat. Or if you are looking for somewhere to bring your kids - this Resort is kid friendly.
The Painted Boat Restaurant is a great place to dine. It offers a more formal environment.
Check out the website for more details
The famous Molly’s Reach was home to the “Beachcomber” film
81 locals recommend
Molly's Reach Restaurant
647 School RdThe famous Molly’s Reach was home to the “Beachcomber” film
The Lighthouse Pub is located on the water and has a large outdoor seating area. Enjoy a glass of wine or a beer as you watch the float planes land.
106 locals recommend
Lighthouse Marine Pub
5764 Wharf AveThe Lighthouse Pub is located on the water and has a large outdoor seating area. Enjoy a glass of wine or a beer as you watch the float planes land.
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
5356 Oles Cove RdGibsons Public Market
473 Gower Point RdThe 101 Brewhouse + Distillery
1009 Gibsons WayRoberts Creek General Store
1042 Roberts Creek Rd
The Gumboot Restaurant
1041 Roberts Creek Rd
The Wobbly Canoe
4774 Sunshine Coast HwyGibsons Marina
675 Prowse Rd
Thormanby Island
Ruby Lake Resort
Pender Harbour Resort & Marina
4686 Sinclair Bay Rd
Pender Clubhouse and Sports Bar (at Pender Harbour Golf Club)
Blue Ocean Golf Club
6177 Ripple Way
IGA Madeira Park
12887 Madeira Park Rd
BC Liquor Stores
12887 Madeira Park Rd
Baker Beach Park
12499 Baker RdSpa The
The spa at Painted Boat is stunning!
Egmont Rd, Sunshine Coast Regional District, BC V0N, Canada
5009 Gonzales Rd
Food scene
Java docks is a great dine out spot in Madeira Park
12890 Madeira Park Rd, Madeira Park, BC V0N 2H1, Canada
Java docks is a great dine out spot in Madeira Park
12808 Madeira Park Rd
Great Sushi!
Ruby Lake Restaurant
15426 Sunshine Coast Hwy