Overview
Popular wildlife activities in Cowichan include guided whale-watching tours with Ocean Ecoventures and professional flying demonstrations at the Pacific Northwest Raptors. But there are also many self-guided wildlife viewing opportunities as well.
Spot Roosevelt Elk (found only on Vancouver Island) near Lake Cowichan and Youbou, or visit one of many bird watching areas and nature estuaries.
Enjoy seeing the prolific marine life in the waters of the Salish Sea: watch harbour seals and sea lions lounging on the docks and spot wildlife from the deck of a charter boat or while cruising the quiet waters of Cowichan’s many bays and inlets in a kayak.
Kaatza Adventures
Learn moreOwned and operated by Ts’uubaa-asatx. We offer non-motorized water sports equipment on Cowichan Lake.
Kinsmen Beach Park
Learn moreFamily-friendly park in Chemainus offering a playground, green space, beachcombing, boat launch, and swimming.
Kinsol Trestle
Learn moreMulti-use trail featuring one of the tallest and most spectacular free-standing timber rail trestle structures in the world.
Koksilah River Provincial Park
Learn moreLocated west of Shawnigan Lake on Southern Vancouver Island.
Mayo Lake Park
Learn moreA popular fishing spot near the Cowichan River with an accessible dock and picnic tables.
Ocean Ecoventures Whale Watching
Learn moreOcean EcoVentures whale watching excursions depart daily from the seaside village of Cowichan Bay.
Old Mill Park
Learn moreOld Mill Park is a waterfront park located on Shawnigan Lake, offering a swimming area, playground and walking trails.
Osborne Bay Regional Park
Learn moreHome to calm waters, pebble beaches and ample fishing, located in the community of Crofton.
Outer Shores Expeditions
Learn moreSmall-ship, niche adventure travel company specializing in wildlife and wilderness day tours.
Pacific Northwest Raptors
Learn moreDaily flying demonstrations will bring you up close with many spectacular raptors.
Roberts Memorial Provincial Park
Learn moreSmall park overlooking scenic Stewart Channel and is an ideal spot for a quiet afternoon picnic.
S’amunu (Somenos) Conservation Area
Learn moreA wetland ecosystem and biodiversity-rich conversation area located in Duncan.
Explore
Along with the authentic Indigenous culture Cowichan offers, check out what other quirky and unexpected things there are.
Explore Cowichan