Guidebook for Mayne Island
Food Scene
Probably the best food on the island; restaurant style family dining overlooking Bennett Bay.
12 locals recommend
Bennett Bay Bistro
494 Arbutus DrProbably the best food on the island; restaurant style family dining overlooking Bennett Bay.
A great island bakery and cafe in the centre of town for fresh bread, pastries, breakfast sandwiches and summer ice cream.
10 locals recommend
Sunny Mayne Bakery Cafe
472 Village Bay RdA great island bakery and cafe in the centre of town for fresh bread, pastries, breakfast sandwiches and summer ice cream.
Relaxed island atmosphere with a lovely deck and tasty tapas and pizza.
8 locals recommend
The Groove. Island Kitchen
454 Village Bay RdRelaxed island atmosphere with a lovely deck and tasty tapas and pizza.
Great pub on the water, with a fantastic view of Active Pass, near downtown.
7 locals recommend
The Springwater
400 Fernhill RdGreat pub on the water, with a fantastic view of Active Pass, near downtown.
Parks & Nature
Take Felix Jack Rd, then Kim Road. There are several trails on Mt Parke, one will take you on a loop past the primary view point. Mt Parke has a stunning view south at the top, with great views of both the island and the straights beyond. A wonderful place for a picnic and a cold beer. There is a cliff at the top, so please TAKE CARE! It is a very
6 locals recommend
Mount Parke Hiking Area
Wood Dale DriveTake Felix Jack Rd, then Kim Road. There are several trails on Mt Parke, one will take you on a loop past the primary view point. Mt Parke has a stunning view south at the top, with great views of both the island and the straights beyond. A wonderful place for a picnic and a cold beer. There is a cliff at the top, so please TAKE CARE! It is a very
Accessed at the end of Edith Point Rd. Technically Edith point is private property, but its a well loved and well used trail through beautiful forest and along the west coast shoreline. Use is at your own risk, there are some very small trails along the coast and not all trails are marked, so please take care when traversing them!! Fantastic views
Edith Point Road
Edith Point RoadAccessed at the end of Edith Point Rd. Technically Edith point is private property, but its a well loved and well used trail through beautiful forest and along the west coast shoreline. Use is at your own risk, there are some very small trails along the coast and not all trails are marked, so please take care when traversing them!! Fantastic views
The Georgina Point Park and lighthouse is one of the oldest on the west coast and a national heritage site. Built in 1885 it is still standing and provides a wonderful landmark on the point of Active Pass. At low tide there are fun rocks and tide pools to explore, or just sit on the beach and watch the ferries go by! Follow the signs with the Beave
Georgina Point Road
Georgina Point RoadThe Georgina Point Park and lighthouse is one of the oldest on the west coast and a national heritage site. Built in 1885 it is still standing and provides a wonderful landmark on the point of Active Pass. At low tide there are fun rocks and tide pools to explore, or just sit on the beach and watch the ferries go by! Follow the signs with the Beave
The Japanese Gardens are truly not to be missed, especially in the spring and summer, and are next to Dinner Bay Park, an easy walk from the Cabin. Established as a means of commemorating the Japanese who had settled and worked on the island between 1900 and 1942, the garden is a beautiful quiet sanctuary with extensive local and Japanese flora and
12 locals recommend
Japanese Garden
The Japanese Gardens are truly not to be missed, especially in the spring and summer, and are next to Dinner Bay Park, an easy walk from the Cabin. Established as a means of commemorating the Japanese who had settled and worked on the island between 1900 and 1942, the garden is a beautiful quiet sanctuary with extensive local and Japanese flora and
Arts & Culture
Check out the Museum and “Gaol”... in 1896 the Plumper Pass Lockup was built to cool off those whose tempers were not soothed by either the church or the saloon. The gaol is now a small museum with plenty of interesting artifacts and historical island knowledge. Located at Fernhill and Minty Roads in Miner’s Bay Village.
Mayne Island Museum
430 Fernhill RdCheck out the Museum and “Gaol”... in 1896 the Plumper Pass Lockup was built to cool off those whose tempers were not soothed by either the church or the saloon. The gaol is now a small museum with plenty of interesting artifacts and historical island knowledge. Located at Fernhill and Minty Roads in Miner’s Bay Village.
Entertainment & Activities
Dinner Bay Park is a 15 minute walk from the garden and is a great park for kids and adults alike. There is a covered gazebo, apple trees, fields, a large children’s play area, horseshoes and even a putting green (with putters)! Play a game of Disk Golf (18 holes); Take a walk down to the Dinner Bay beach at low tide and explore the coast; there is
Dinner Bay Park
Dinner Bay Park is a 15 minute walk from the garden and is a great park for kids and adults alike. There is a covered gazebo, apple trees, fields, a large children’s play area, horseshoes and even a putting green (with putters)! Play a game of Disk Golf (18 holes); Take a walk down to the Dinner Bay beach at low tide and explore the coast; there is
You can now rent kayaks and SUP on the island, by the hour or day. Call 250-539-0864 or book at Mayne Island resort.
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Bennett Bay
Isabella RoadYou can now rent kayaks and SUP on the island, by the hour or day. Call 250-539-0864 or book at Mayne Island resort.
bennettbaykayaking.com/
Essentials
An island institution, the Trading Post is the town’s convenience store as well as the liquor store. It also has some groceries, ice, and basic necessities.
7 locals recommend
Miners Bay Trading Post
413 Fernhill RdAn island institution, the Trading Post is the town’s convenience store as well as the liquor store. It also has some groceries, ice, and basic necessities.
Fernhill Gate Store. A great local grocer with the most organic and local selections on the island; some of which comes directly from farm near by.
Fernhill Road
Fernhill RoadFernhill Gate Store. A great local grocer with the most organic and local selections on the island; some of which comes directly from farm near by.
This is the largest grocery store on the island, located in the downtown core. Offer’s a wide selection of typical fare, including fresh local veggies when available, delivered weekly.
14 locals recommend
Tru Value Foods
4605 Bedwell Harbour RdThis is the largest grocery store on the island, located in the downtown core. Offer’s a wide selection of typical fare, including fresh local veggies when available, delivered weekly.
Everything Else
Piggot and Gallagher Bay are great south facing beaches. A wonderful sandy and white shell beach with nice beach walks around the point at low tide. Faces south towards the Navy Channel. Great for everyone, though only for advanced swimmers if you venture too far from land, the currents can be very strong in the narrows. Great for sunbathing!
Gallagher Bay Road
Gallagher Bay RoadPiggot and Gallagher Bay are great south facing beaches. A wonderful sandy and white shell beach with nice beach walks around the point at low tide. Faces south towards the Navy Channel. Great for everyone, though only for advanced swimmers if you venture too far from land, the currents can be very strong in the narrows. Great for sunbathing!
Wonderful gently sloped, beach that has long sandy spits at low tide, faces east in a protected bay. A great spot for paddle boarding and family beach fun.
Bennett Bay Road
Bennett Bay RoadWonderful gently sloped, beach that has long sandy spits at low tide, faces east in a protected bay. A great spot for paddle boarding and family beach fun.
Getting Around
Village Bay Ferry Terminal
Village Bay RoadYour BC Ferry connection point; a 2 minute drive from the cabin.