This BC village is home to the largest active river cave system known in Canada

Here’s another fun Vancouver Island destination for you. If you’re looking for a mix of shaded trails, sunny beaches, and dozens of cool, ‘undiscovered’ caves, it’s time to add the coastal village of Zeballos to your map this summer.

The vibrant community is full of wilderness trails, rich intertidal marine life, and ancient village sites. So rally your pals together for the adventure of the season!

Some of the best cold water diving on the Island can be found just a short boat ride away from Zeballos, as well as the largest active river cave system known in Canada, according to its website.

The latter has been caused by the continuous erosion of limestone running down from the historic ‘hamlet’ of Quatsino – AKA one of Vancouver Island North’s first communities.

Visitors can explore the region’s extensive natural history at the nearby Artlish Caves,
Nuchatlitz, Catala Island, and Rugged Point Provincial Parks.

There are also scenic boardwalk trails visitors can follow through stunning old-growth forests throughout the Village.

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And that’s a wrap on yet another beautiful spot to visit on Vancouver Island before summer’s end.

Remember to leave no trace behind and capture some incredible memories!

Zeballos

Where: Northwest coast of Vancouver Island, BC

Isabelle Vauclair

Staff Writer, Vancouver

Isabelle is a west coast native with an appreciation for Vancouver’s natural landscape, patio scene, and community spaces. She loves to discover new hidden gems in her neighbourhood and share them with readers across the city.

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