Visiting Powell River
Blackberry Festival Street Party draws a crowd to Powell River each August

Powell River is a Pearl to visit...

Gateway to the internationally renowned Desolation Sound, the Powell River region offers extraordinary opportunities to get close to nature. Hiking trails wind through a wide variety of landscapes - from temperate rainforest to sub-alpine. Breathtaking canoe routes meander through the system of lakes in the area. On water or land, chances to view wildlife abound.

Adventure seekers have a wide range of recreation activities to explore as the Powell River area's diverse terrain is well-suited to sports like:

  • Diving
  • Kayaking/Canoeing
  • Salt and Fresh Water Fishing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Snowshoeing/Cross Country Skiing
  • Snowmobiling

For those looking for a gentler experience, Powell River (a Cultural Capital of Canada for 2004) has many opportunities to learn while you play.

  • Immerse yourself in First Nations culture and take part in interactive programs that will teach you about the Sliammon Nation's history and way of life.
  • Tour the wonderfully preserved Historic Townsite (A Canadian Heritage Site) and visit "The Patricia" - BC's oldest continuously operating theatre.
  • Enjoy orchestral music at its best, whether it's a concert by the Victoria Symphony in summer residence or the international students of the Symphony Orchestra Academy of the Pacific.
  • Every two years Powell River welcomes the world as 1600 performers from six continents take to the stage in the International Choral Kathaumixw.

Just want to relax and soak in our sunny weather? How about being pampered at one of our many resorts, or set up your trailer or tent at one of our many public or private campsites. All are close to the region's many sand beaches.

To learn more about Visiting Powell River, please follow this link to Tourism Powell River: http://www.discoverpowellriver.com

The ferry is a great way to travel to Powell River; it offers a slow, relaxed introduction to this beautiful area.
There are many opportunities to witness the culture of the First Nations people in the Powell River area.
Living in Powell River
Investing in Powell River
Great cuisine can be found in Powell River, Texada, and area restaurants. Take a boat trip while you're visiting Powell River. Texada Island's annual Sandcastle Weekend is a favourite every year. Powell River and area have many beautiful lakes on which visitors can canoe, fish and swim.