Port Alberni
A town of 19,127, located 50 km (31 mi) west of Parksville, on Hwy 4. 195 km (121 mi) northwest of Victoria. Port Alberni in the Alberni Valley becomes the gateway to Vancouver Island's Pacific Rim region, where you can enjoy camping, swiming, hiking, fishing, boating, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, birdwatching, and golfing. Port Alberni is known as the "Salmon Capital of the World", where great chinook salmon fishing is ensured. Go angling in the Stamp River, fly-fishing in pristine mountain lakes, or take a whale watching tour. Take a boat and cruise through the Alberni Inlet to Bamfield (year round) or Ucluelet (from June to mid-September). Visit Robertson Creek Hatchery where millions of juvenile coho, chinook, and steelhead are released annually. Enjoy camping, swimming, hiking, fishing, and boating at Sproat Lake Provincial Park. Drive up Beaver Creek Road to Stamp Creek Falls Provincial Park and see salmon on their way to spawn. Enjoy swimming in the Somass River in Paper Dam Park, or just relax in Rogers Creek Park. Walk to the Old Lookout and take a view of the beautiful Alberni Valley. Hike the 25 km (15.5 mi) trail in Log Train Regional Park, or stroll along the Kitsukis Walkway, a 3 km (2 mi) walkway. Go birdwatching at the J.V. Cline Bird Sanctuary. Visit the Alberni Valley Museum and learn about the local history. Explore the harbourfront, climb the clock tower for an overview of the busy deep-sea harbour, or browse through the unique art galleries and gift shops. Port Alberni offers excellent accommodations and fine dining. |
