Top 10 Things to do in Powell River, Sunshine Coast

Specializing in Desolation Sound, British Columbia - where warm Pacific waters teem with marine wildlife and the majestic coast mountains tower over idyllic islands. Join us on an all-inclusive multi-day camping tour, or at our uniquely wonderful eco-resort on an uninhabited island in the heart of Desolation Sound, enjoying locally sourced foods, cozy comforts and a perfectly tranquil setting. Kayak rentals and day tours are further options to experience Desolation Sound and whet your appetite for longer adventures. Snorkel with the STARS! in the unusually warm waters and experience colourful sea stars, sea cucumbers, spiny urchins and much more. Experience the adventure and explore Desolation!

Townsite Brewing Inc is a microbrewery located in the historic Townsite district of Powell River, at the top of BC’s beautiful Sunshine Coast. Swing in to see what our Belgian Brewing Engineer is up to - and try some outstanding beers that are sure to impress!

The Sunshine Coast Trail traverses a wide variety of landscapes, from coastal shorelines, along creeks and lakes, through old growth forests to panoramic mountaintops. It provides hikers with the opportunity to experience Powell River’s breathtaking backcountry with its rich fauna and flora. What are you waiting for? Come see for yourself...

Professionally guided, all inclusive, day- and multi-day kayak adventures in Desolation Sound, the Copeland Islands and Okeover Inlet. Sea Kayaking is a ‘fun-tastic’ way to explore and two of British Columbia’s most unique and scenic kayak destinations, Desolation Sound Marine Park and the Copeland Islands Marine Park. Quite often we will be followed by nosy seals, playful river otters and sometimes even by an impressive sea lion. With a bit of luck we could encounter a pod of Killer Whales or even a Humpback Whale in Desolation Sound or Salish Sea. Throughout the seasons many bird species choose this area to forage or breed. Frequent sightings of bald eagles, various ducks and shore-birds are not uncommon. We focus on SMALL GROUPS and personal attention. Professionally guided & unique kayak tours in first class, made in BC, kayaks! Tours depart from Desolation Sound Resort in Okeover Inlet or from Lund Harbour on the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia, Canada.

Undercover Sportfishing is a 29 foot sportfisher with twin 300 hp Yamaha outboards.We are located in the north harbour in Powell River.Undercover Sportfishing specializes in half and full day fishing trips for Chinook & coho salmon.Rates are available on our website at fishingpowellriver.com

Since 1990, Mitchell's has serviced the Powell Forest Canoe Route, Desolation Sound, the Sunshine Coast Trail, and the Knucklehead Mountain Range through high-end rentals of canoes, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, snowshoes and camping equipment. Mitchell’s shares all the little details to make your adventure do-able and unforgettable. Friends, family, and active seniors love the Powell Forest Canoe Route. Time in the wilderness is energizing, an opportunity to regain perspective and rediscover your better self. Let us help you tap into your adventurous spirit. The only thing better than a wilderness adventure is a well-planned wilderness adventure.