Top 11 Places to Visit in

Cumberland | British Columbia

The page created by Ethan Gow | University of Winnipeg | Photo by Google Street View

Region:

Vancouver Island

Known For:

Historic coal mining town | Mountain biking trails | Cumberland Forest | Artsy village vibe | Festivals & live music | Outdoor culture

Best For:

Mountain Biking | Outdoor Adventures | Artsy Getaways | Vancouver Island Trips

Cumberland Forest Mountain Bike Trails

Outdoor

• CRI gravel parking lot: Dunsmuir Ave and Sutton Rd, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
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• Mountain Biking Network

Cumberland is a center of cyclo-tourism with one of Canada's best mountain biking circuits. Located in the Beaufort Mountain Range, the Cumberland Forest Mountain Bike Trails are the best on Vancouver Island.

Home Town of Terry Tobacco

Famous Canadians

• Downtown Cumberland, BC
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• Terry Tobacco Inductee

Born and raised in Cumberland, Terry Tobacco raced for Team Canada at the 1956 and 1960 Summer Olympics. He was discovered at age 15 by Victoria "Flying Y" coach Bruce Humber after winning the 100- and 220- yard races at the 1952 Island high school championships.

Cumberland Museum & Archives

History

• 2680 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
• (250) 336-2445
• Cumberland Museum

For many years, Cumberland was known as a mining village. The best way to immerse yourself in Cumberland’s rich history is by visiting the Cumberland Museum & Archives.

Trent River Falls

Kids & Family Outdoor

• J239+4P Cumberland, British Columbia
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• Trent River Falls

The Trent River Falls is located just a short drive from Cumberland and is one of the world's largest spawning locations for pink salmon. The falls drop over 30 feet and are perfect for swimming surrounded by dense forests.

Coal Creek Historic Park (Chinatown)

History

• 1951 Comox Lake Rd #1888, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
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• Coal Creek Historic Park

The small area of Cumberland called Chinatown was built to home the Chinese workers that immigrated here to work in the coal mines in Cumberland.

Cumberland Brewing Co.

Drink

• 2732 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland BC V0R 1S0
• 1-250-400-BREW
• Cumberland Brewing

A Cumberland staple since 2014, Cumberland Brewing Co. is a local gathering spot highly cherished by the community.

West Coast Water Sports

Kids & Family Outdoor

• 1100 Comox Lake Rd, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
• (250) 465-9378
• West Coast Water Sports

With an array of rental options from boats to paddle boards, West Coast Water Sports has something for every budget.

Cumberland Community Forest

Outdoor

• Cumberland Community Forest, Comox Lake Road
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• Cumberland Community Forest

The Cumberland Community Forest is a protected forest with conservation initiatives where the ecosystem can thrive.

Comox Lake

Kids & Family Outdoor

• Comox Lake
• (250) 702-8833
• Comox Lake

Comox Lake was created in 1912 when the Comox Dam was built. The lake holds trophy salmon, trout, and char.

The Cumberland Village Bakery

Food

• 2747 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
• (250) 336-2411
• Cumberland Village Bakery

Located in the centre of Cumberland, the Cumberland Village Bakery has been in business for over a century.

Little Acre Market Garden

Farmer's Market Shop

• 4673 Cumberland Rd, Cumberland BC V0R 1S0
• (250) 465-8334
• Little Acre Market Garden

The Little Acre Market Garden is a locally owned vegetable, fruit, and flower market. Highly valued for its sustainable and seasonal produce.