Vancouver Island North

27/02/2025

It doesn’t get better than a west coast beach. 😎 Stay at The Outpost at Winter Harbour and set out to explore some of the most stunning shorelines on the North Island:
🏖 San Josef Bay
🏝 Grant Bay
🌊 Raft Cove

📸 The Outpost at Winter Harbour
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

26/02/2025

🐋 While whale watching season is still a few months away, now’s a great time to start dreaming up your next adventure on the water.
Appreciating marine mammals responsibly means keeping a safe distance and minimizing disturbance to their natural behaviours.

Visit these resources to help plan your trip:
📍 Responsible Marine Mammal Viewing Best Practices: https://vancouverisland.travel/plan-your-trip/marine-mammal-viewing/
🛥️ Whale Watching Tours: https://vancouverislandnorth.ca/activity-type/things-to-do/wilderness-adventures/whale-watching/
🗺️ Know Before You Go travel tips for any time of year: https://vancouverislandnorth.ca/plan-your-trip/know-before-you-go/

📸 offshoreorca (on Instagram)
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw people.

25/02/2025

🍻 Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road has an updated list of where to find the Telegraph Project Pale Ale.

This initiative supports the Telegraph Cove Resort & Campground and The Whale Interpretive Centre in their rebuilding efforts.

25/02/2025

Rain or shine, the natural beauty of the region never fades. 🌿💦 Misty forests, rippling tides, and the rhythm of the rain—proof that adventure doesn’t pause for the weather.

📸's Tyler Cave
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

23/02/2025

Make Vancouver Island North your 2025 dive trip destination!🤿
The region is home to some of the best cold-water diving on the planet, as noted by renowned National Geographic Explorer, Jacques Cousteau.

Explore what makes it a top cold-water diving destination and start planning your 2025 diving trip ⬇️
https://vancouverislandnorth.ca/travel-tip/2025-dive-trip-destination/

22/02/2025

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Port Hardy to the Great Bear Lodge in the Great Bear Rainforest, where Adam for Better Homes and Gardens Australia explores the beauty of this remote destination.

🐻 Grizzly bear viewing tours run from early May through October: https://vancouverislandnorth.ca/stakeholder/great-bear-lodge/

21/02/2025

Where to Stay 🌊🌲 From cozy cabins and oceanfront RV sites to remote resorts, there’s a stay for every style and budget of adventure.
Here are a few ideas to get you started, but be sure to check out our full accommodations list: https://vancouverislandnorth.ca/ ⛺

✨ Cluxewe Resort – Oceanside serenity with cabins, RV sites & camping
🍻 Scarlet Ibis Restaurant & Cabin Rentals – Rustic stays next to a North Island gem
🚐 Alder Bay RV Park & Marina – A quiet spot for RVers, tenters, cottage stays & boaters
🏠 The Cabins at Alert Bay – Stay steps from the ocean in your private cabin
🎣 Quatsino Lodge – A fishing lodge escape in remote Quatsino
🌿 Ecoscape Cabins – Modern, eco-friendly stays in Port Hardy

19/02/2025

Dreaming of warm-weather adventures? ☀️🌊 From day trips to multi-day excursions on water and land, our site has everything you need to plan your spring and summer getaways—detailed itineraries, travel tips, and local recommendations to make the most of your trip.
Start exploring: https://vancouverislandnorth.ca/ 🔗

📸 by coastalkells (on Instagram) taken during a trip with Spirit of the West Adventures
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

17/02/2025

Explore, connect, and make memories together. On Vancouver Island North, adventure brings families and friends together with shared moments year-round. 🌿

🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

17/02/2025

Tucking in for a cozy night at Seine Boat Inn, where the sound of the waves and the charm of Alert Bay set the perfect scene for a peaceful stay. 🌊✨

🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

13/02/2025

Did you know? 🦦 Sea otters wrap themselves in kelp and hold hands to rest in groups called rafts so they don't float apart.

📸 jokphotography via Instagram
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

12/02/2025

Tsitika Mountain in all its glory 😍

📸 mr.elmathieu via Instagram
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

11/02/2025

Own a piece of Telegraph Cove while giving back! 💙🎨 Coastal Waves' Double the Love fundraiser lets you bring home stunning art inspired by this iconic coastal gem—canvas prints, framed pieces, totes, and a boxed 12 card set—all while supporting its recovery.

Until February 29, enjoy 10% off and have 10% of your purchase donated to either the Telegraph Cove Resort & Campground or The Whale Interpretive Centre fundraisers.

Purchase details below✨

10/02/2025

The overwhelming demand for the Telegraph Project beer is a testament to the deep connection people have with Telegraph Cove and the North Island. 🍻❤️

The Longwood Brewery team is working hard to produce more of this fundraising beer. Keep an eye on their social pages for an update later this week on where you can find The Project Pale Ale in both hospitality and retail locations.

A heartfelt thank you from Telegraph Cove Resort & Campground, The Whale Interpretive Centre and Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road❤️🍻

We are deeply moved by the tremendous support for the Telegraph Project. Over the past few weeks, we’ve been touched by countless stories of visits and meaningful connections to the Telegraph Cove community and the North Island. We appreciate everyone’s patience as we work diligently to produce more Telegraph Project beer to meet the overwhelming response and orders.
What began as a small idea has blossomed into an incredible community-driven initiative and we are truly grateful.
We extend our special thanks to Topp's Hops, our BC hop supplier, for generously donating $1 per pound of hops used in the Telegraph Project.
We will be updating our social media later this week with a list of hospitality and retail stores that will be receiving “The Project.” Thank you again for your support.
Warm regards,
Tracy, Harley and the Longwood Crew

10/02/2025

A guided tour showcasing the region's remarkable beauty is an unforgettable experience for curious travellers. ✨ See the diverse animals of the land, sky, and sea, from forest inhabitants to birds soaring above and marine creatures along the coast. 🦌🦅🐋

Learn more & book your tours: https://vancouverislandnorth.ca/activity-type/things-to-do/wilderness-adventures/wilderness-tours/
Led by local naturalists, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts, these tours offer deep insights into the region’s diverse ecosystems.

📸's Anthony Bucci Photography
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

10/02/2025

Vancouver Island North is full of unique and memorable stops. How many of these five have you experienced?

📍 Suquash Coal Mine
🎨 Stops Along the Self-Guided Art Tour – with nearly 20 galleries and studios to explore!
🐟 The Quatse Salmon Centre
🌲 Alert Bay Ecological Park
🌿 Ronning’s Garden

📸's Geoff Heith, House of Salience, Josh McGarel
🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw people.

06/02/2025

The Broughton Archipelago Marine Provincial Park is one of the most spectacular sea kayaking regions in the world.

This unique network of islands and islets offers endless paddling opportunities through sheltered waterways and rugged coastlines. At its southern edge, Johnstone Strait serves as a migration corridor for Pacific salmon, drawing Northern Resident orcas, humpback whales, Dall’s porpoises, and Pacific white-sided dolphins each summer.

For over 20 years, Mothership Adventures has led sea kayaking expeditions through these waters aboard the historic Columbia III, offering a rare experience of kayaking by day and returning to the timeless comforts of life aboard a historic wooden ship each night.

📷 - on IG with Mothership Adventures

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