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Enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches of Parksville and Qualicum Beach, wade , swim, or just bask in the sun. (walk to Parksville - 7 minutes to Qualicum Beach)
Visit the Coombs Country Market and see the world renowned Goats on the Roof and visit the local arts and craft shops. (7 minutes - take Alberni Hwy. West)
Visit Butterfly World for a delightful insight to the world of butterflies, (10 minutes - take Alberni Hwy. West)
Shop for curios and local crafts in the many interesting shops in Parksville and Qualicum Beach (7 minutes to Qualicum - take Island Hwy 19A)
Hike or cycle on the many local trails and enjoy Vancouver Island's laid back lifestyle, challenge Mount Arrowsmith's hiking trail. (25 minutes - take Alberni Hwy. West)
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Explore the many nearby provincial parks: Rathtrevor, Little Qualicum
Falls, and Englishman River Falls (15 minutes drive - Island or Alberni Hwy.)
Take a trip to see the centuries old giant Douglas Fir trees at Cathedral Grove. (25 minute drive - take Alberni Hwy. West)
Explore natures underground showcase of stalactites and stalagmites at the Horne Lake Caves, or just canoe the lake. (35 minute drive - take Hwy. 19A or Inland Hwy.)
Take a drive to scenic Victoria, stopping at Chemainus to
view the many wall murals that helped save this wonderful town. (1.5 to 2.5 hours drive - Hwy. 19A or Inland Hwy.)
Take a trip to the scenic West Coast to the very popular Long
Beach on the west coast of Vancouver Island; swim, surf, or explore the local shops. (1.75 hour drive - take Alberni Hwy. West)
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