Explore 66 paddle friendly communities across BC and dive into waterway info, adventure ideas, and local content.
Visit the Soul of Douglas Channel Paddle the fjords of the north coast by visiting Kitimat, a beautiful community tucked at the head of the spectacular Douglas Channel, a deep coastal body of water…
Browse launch locations, points of interest, and local hazards across 62 waterways in British Columbia.
Stretching over 100 km between the Selkirk and Purcell Mountains, Kootenay Lake offers paddlers an endless playground of crystal-clear water, secluded beaches, and dramatic mountain backdrops.…
Explore 18 paddling adventures that wander through some of the province’s most beautiful and surprising regions.
Located on the southwestern coast of Vancouver Island, Ucluelet means “people of the safe harbour” in the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ language. The small community of about 2,000 residents is nestled on an…
Explore 45 stories to inspire your journey across the waterways of BC.
Located in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia, the city of Cranbrook is quickly making a name for itself as an outdoor recreation hot spot. Yes, anglers have always plied its waters and…
Find your next challenge or celebration on the water with the Paddle BC calendar—your ultimate source for upcoming races, festivals, and paddle events throughout BC.
A three-day event that’s the longest-running kayak festival in the province’s interior. It includes the "Adreian Kiernan Boatercross Race," which takes place on a 2km stretch of rapids called…
