Chemainus | British Columbia - 1000 Towns of Canada

Top 11 Places to Visit in Chemainus, British Columbia

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Region:

Vancouver Island

Known For:

Chemainus Murals | Outdoor gallery town | Theatre festival | Historic sawmill heritage | Artisan shops | Coastal charm

Best For:

Murals | Arts & Culture | Seaside Strolls | Day Trips

Waterwheel Park

With its iconic waterwheel on view, this family-friendly park is a great site to spend a day and tour the surrounding areas. The neighbouring visitor center is also available for tourists to get more information on the park and other places around town.

Chemainus Valley Museum

Located on the same premise as the Waterwheel Park, the Chemainus Museum gives visitors a detailed insight into the town's history that is strongly rooted in timber. The museum staff is well read on the town's history and can answer any questions you may have.

Chemainus Lake Park

The Chemainus Lake Park, also called the Weddles Lake Park, is a 2.5 km trail located 8 minutes from downtown Chemainus. This groomed park is a dog-friendly spot as dogs can be left leash-free on the trail. Activities include hiking, birdwatching, running, fishing, biking and walking.

Kinsmen Beach Park

A spectacular sport for visitors of all ages, the Kinsmen Beach Park is a quaint rock and sand beach. The beach provides breathtaking views of Bird Rock and Tent Island. The park has a playground with a toy box and an open ground with grass.

Barges Dive Site

A unique experience in town, the Barges Dive Site is located near Kinsmen Beach Park. The site is made of four wooden barges that were sunk back in 2012, an event subject to many controversies. However, over the years, they have been covered with abundant underwater life for divers to experience.

Chemainus Skatepark

Opened to the public in 2015, this Skatepark is a beloved spot by the younger population. It is flooded by the youths in town who come here to skate, scooter, bike and hang out with friends.

Mount Brenton Golf Course

Made in 1948, Mount Brenton Golf course is a lush, par 71/73 course with stunning views. The course features well-maintained, shaded fairways where you can spend all day golfing, regardless of your skill level.

Chemainus Murals

Known as the city of murals, Chemainus is home to over 63 murals displayed on every street corner around town. Their subject matter ranges from indigenous heritage to industrial history, nature and immigration.

Chemainus Municipal Wharf

The Chemainus Municipal Wharf offers both 24-hour moorage and moorage for visiting boats. There are eight mooring buoys available at the entrance to the bay.

Askew Park

A 3.4-hectare forested park with an 8-kilometre-long wilderness trail, Askew Creek Park is a local favourite in Chemainus. Locals often visit the park to hike, walk, have a picnic, bike and watch birds.

Boeing 737 Dive Site

In an abundance of cold-water diving destinations on Vancouver Island, the Boeing 737 Dive Site manages to stand out. Its unique nature is credited to it being the world’s first artificial reef made from sinking a Boeing 737 plane.