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Seven Wonders of Oceanside
Explore the Seven Wonders of Oceanside
The Parksville & Qualicum Beach region is home to some of the most popular Vancouver Island tourism attractions
Local Parksville and Qualicum Beach region residents and visitors alike were encouraged to vote for the attractions they felt best represented the truly unique experience of our region between August 1 and August 31 of 2007. Here are the Seven Wonders of Oceanside in alphabetical order:
Cathedral Grove
Horne Lake Caves
Milner Gardens & Woodlands
Rathtrevor Beach Park
The Aquarium at The Landing Restaurant
The Boot at Paradise Adventure Golf
The Old School House Arts Centre
No trip to the Parksville and Qualicum Beach region of Vancouver Island would be complete without experiencing the Seven Wonders of Oceanside. Here are more details about these awesome attractions, but don't take our word for it, explore them on your own!
One of the most popular attractions on the trip from Parksville to Tofino
Located at the top end of Cameron Lake, only minutes from Qualicum Beach and Parksville, Cathedral Grove / MacMillan is a BC Provincial Park preserving a section of lush old-growth forest that is unique to Vancouver Island. Plan to spend a few hours wandering Cathedral Grove's trail system and gazing up at 800 year-old giants. This provincial park gives the visitor a sense of what Vancouver Island and the west coast looked like before the arrival of European settlers.Experience the "Best Natural Outdoor Site in BC" during your Vancouver Island getaway
Vancouver Island is home to more than 1,000 caves. At Horne Lake, you can experience the magic of the underground world within this unique park. Spelunking is the art of cave exploration and Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park is the perfect place to try this adventurous activity. From educational family-oriented tours to deep, dark adventure, the caves protected within this park offer something for everyone.Immerse yourself in one of the Top 10 Gardens in Canada, according to Canadian Geographic.
This setting is like no other. Visited by Queen Elizabeth, Prince Phillip, Prince Charles and Princess Diana, the 60 acres of woodland, ten acres of garden surrounding a heritage house was the dream of one woman, Veronica Milner. Veronica gathered plants from the temperate zones of the world, including a significant collection of Rhododendrons. It was her vision that created Milner Gardens & Woodland, and incredible combination of garden and old growth forest.The most popular provincial park with camping facilities on Vancouver Island
Majestic old growth trees, beautiful ocean sunsets, a wide sandy beach, and campsites nestled amongst mature Douglas-fir trees makes Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park in Parksville one of the premier vacation destinations on Vancouver Island. At low tide, the ocean recedes almost a kilometer, providing an ideal place for visitors of all ages to play in the sand and explore the shoreline.The Aquarium at The Landing Restaurant
Watch Pacific Ocean sea life up close
Diners at the Landing can expect gourmet quality dishes alongside stunning views and a breathtaking floor-to-ceiling saltwater aquarium. The 27,000 litre aquarium mesmerizes diners with the tranquil comings and goings of the resident Pacific salmon - offspring of the resort’s own small fish hatchery, and other local sea life.The Boot at Paradise Adventure Golf
The Parksville mini-golf course that started it all 20 years ago
Enjoy the profusion of colour from over 5,000 flowers, cascading waterfalls, fountains and finely crafted fantasy scenes. Marvel at the two exquisite ¼ scale miniature golf courses which features a full rigged pirate galleon, treasure cave, 45 foot tall old woman's shoe, watermill, lighthouse, Victorian mansion, village church, and much more!The Old School House Arts Centre
Experience Vancouver Island arts & culture up close and personal
The Old School House Arts Centre, a heritage building that is home to three galleries featuring monthly exhibtions by British Columbia artists. The Gift Shop showcases over 100 Vancouver Island craftspeople and paintings by top local artists. Fifteen Resident Artists practice their craft and welcome over 30,000 visitors to this, one of the cultural focal points of the region.Visitor Comments
| Reviewer: ZacHary Witham | Paradise Fun Park, the best fun thing to do
In Parksville! The Big Shoe is cool! I can see why it
is one of the Seven Wonders in Oceanside! Entered: 3/27/2011 3:31:58 PM |