Powell River Land & Air Adventures

The Upper Sunshine Coast offers an incredible array of land adventures, for all appetites and ability.

HIKING

For a scenic and comfortable walk the whole family can enjoy (including anyone travelling with a wheelchair) beautiful Inland Lake is a great half-day trip. This popular Powell River destination offers a wide and easy walking trail around its entire circumference. Recently designated a Provincial Park, Inland Lake's full trail offers 12km of crushed limestone pathways with minimal grades, and the area is excellent for swimming, boating and fishing (there are six fishing piers along the trail). The lake itself is 5.5 km in length. Open May 1 - September 30.

As well, there are many access points around Powell River to the renowned Sunshine Coast Trail. There is a choice of levels and duration as well as types of terrain, offering appeal to all ages and athletic ability. Views afforded along the 180km trail include Sliammon Lakes, Powell Lake and Inland Lake, as well as many stands of old-growth forest.

Valentine Mountain - This hike is a priority for tourists visiting the area. Hike up 90 or so railed steps (.6 km, .4 mi.) to the top of Valentine Mountain. Here you will see beautiful plant life and don't be surprised by the small wildlife seen along the way. Enjoy the stunning panoramic view of the Strait of Georgia and the Upper Sunshine Coast region. An eagle's eye view of the community.

Willingdon Beach Interpretative Nature Trail - 30 minutes each way, this trail offers an accessible and easy to walk informative hike close to downtown Powell River.

Crater Lakes Trail - if you have a four wheel drive, head out past Goat Lake to the Eldred River Valley and Mt. Alfred. A 25 minute hike takes you to Little Crater Lake and the trail through to Big Crater Lake.

The Knuckleheads Winter Recreation Area offers excellent snowshoeing in winter along several marked trails.

MOUNTAIN BIKING & ROAD CYCLING

Whether you're a day cyclist wanting to see the sights and get some exercise at the same time, are passing through on the BC Ferries circle tour route over to Vancouver Island, or are an avid mountain biker looking for some new turf to explore, the Beacon can help you get the most out of our local area.

Hwy. 101 has been repaved, offering wide shoulders for travelling cyclists (many of whom opt for a well-earned massage at the Beacon before resuming their journeys) with limited grades and an easy rolling distance from Saltery Bay to Powell River.

Inland Lake is an excellent place for a family ride, especially for those travelling with young children. This Provincial Park offers the best of all worlds... easily accessible yet remote, it is an authentic wilderness experience easy enough for a first bicycle ride.

Adventurous mountain bikers will appreciate aptly-named trails like the Far Side Trail, Suicide Creek and Boogey's Trail. Wind up a day of activity at the Beacon while enjoying a glass of wine and another spectacular sunset.

TAKE A FLIGHTSEEINGTOUR

With advance notice we may be able to arrange scenic flights over our picturesque mountain ranges and glaciers.