Travelling with kids & pets in Powell River

Powell River and the Upper Sunshine Coast is a kids paradise. For camping and the outdoors you simply can't beat the Powell River region as a kid-friendly destination. 32 lakes, miles of oceanfront, the Powell River Recreation Complex and a raft of camping and cottage stays await.

Patricia Theatre, Townsite - Dean Allchin photo

Kids Activity List:

• Swim at one of Powell River's many beaches
• Fish on the Fishing Pier at Willingdon Beach
• Play at the Children's playground and water park at Willingdon Beach
• See a movie at the Patricia Theatre
• Enjoy a game of mini golf at Putters
• Picnic or swim at Palm Beach
• Take an adventure along Willingdon Beach Trail
• Go swimming or ice skating at the Recreation Complex
• Explore the sea life at Saltery Bay Provincial Park
• Take in a day of horseback riding
• Test your skills at the skateboard park
• Go 5 or 10 pin bowling
• Discover the tidal pools at Myrtle Rocks
• Visit the Powell River Museum
• Test your skills at a game of pool at the bowling alley
• Rent bikes and explore the biking trails
• Visit the Sliammon Salmon Hatchery
• Hike to the beautiful panoramic view from Valentine Mountain
• Hike or swim at Mowat Bay
• Walk, run or cycle around Inland Lake

Travelling with pets...

Brought your furry best friend? Here's a short list of some places and numbers:

• List of all pet-friendly accommodations
• Most of the parks allow pets on leashes
• Forestry camping
  
• SPCA in Powell River
• Powell River Veterinary Hospital - 604.485-6333
  Westview Veterinary Hospital - 604.485-5111