Lighthouse Country

Up from the broad sandy beach with its promenade, restaurants and a variety of accommodations is a charming village of gift and speciality shops, galleries and artists studios. Golf year-round at five nearby courses, hike, bike, kayak, beachcomb, go spelunking in awesome Horne Lake caves, or simply enjoy spectacular scenery. Qualicum Beach is also the Gateway to the West Coast of the Island and an ideal hub for day-trips to our many area attractions.

Cathedral Grove Provincial Park

Little Qualicum with its good hiking trails, picturesque foot bridges and great picnic sites is the gateway to the Alberni Valley. Close to the inviting waters of Cameron Lake and the magnificent splendour of Cathedral Grove, this 91-unit campground along the Little Qualicum River offers a cool respite on hot summer days. Swimming in Cameron Lake or in the clear pools along the river is excellent, as are the picnic facilities and 6 km of graded hiking trails. Located alongside the Port Alberni Highway 4, approximately 15 minutes west of the Qualicum Beach turnoff,