Looking to unwind? Reconnect with nature? Locals know there is no better place than the Sunshine Coast. The unique modes of transportation to the Coast set the stage for the beautiful adventure that awaits. Whether by sea or by air, you immediately start to take in the serenity; your pace slows, your stresses release, and your spirit expands. From mossy forests, hidden hikes, and beach gems that dot the rugged coastline to the luxury lodges, fishing charters, and camping, the Sunshine Coast is the place to play, relax, and fuel your adventurous spirit.
Only forty minutes from Vancouver by ferry or twenty minutes by seaplane, you can experience the rush of downhill speeding on your mountain bike, trail running, ATVing or climbing to the peak of mountaintop and being rewarded with views of pure, raw, natural beauty.
While away the warm summer days in one of the many tranquil campgrounds for tents or RVs. Take a splash in a pristine lake. Lakes (both motorized and non-) are stocked with trout so you can enjoy a day on the water and perhaps catch your dinner all in one place. Year-round sport fishing charters are available for hire. You can also discover the marine wildlife and fauna via an ecological boat tour.
Not in the mood to catch your own food? Just head down to one of the markets and pick up something for the barbecue or an alfresco picnic. Alternatively, many restaurants boast highly skilled chefs just waiting to provide you with a meal to remember.
Don’t know where to start? Have you seen the bioluminescence that lights up the ocean at night? Join one of the many adventure companies waiting to help you explore all the Sunshine Coast has to offer. Kayaks, paddleboards, canoes—you name it and you can rent it.
Visiting the Sunshine Coast allows the stresses of everyday life to disappear into the surrounding ocean and forests. As you enter the ferry or seaplane, crossing back over the beautiful waters for your homeward journey, you will feel restored and inspired. The Sunshine Coast: magic lives here.
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Words | Natalie Findlay
