Parksville Parks & Gardens
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Parks & Gardens in Parksville, British Columbia.
MacMillian Provincial Park is 136 hectares of trails and vegetation. It is best known for Cathedral Grove, where giant Douglas-fir trees stand (the tallest is 76 m high). Some of the oldest trees date back over 800 years. Please pay careful attention to all posted signs to protect this wonderful area. MacMillian is 30 km (19 mi) west of Parksville.
Situated 13 km southwest of Parksville, this provincial park boasts two dazzling waterfalls and magnificent trees. Hiking trails, day-use facilities and a campground are all within the 97-hectare area.
Just west of Parksville, this provincial park is by the scenic Little Qualicum River. View the cascading water of the Little Qualicum Falls, swim in the clear, cool pools of water or hike one of the many trails. It is also a popular windsurfing destination. Day use facilities as well as a campground are in the area.
This popular family destination is well known for its warm swimming waters at high tide, and sand activities during low tide. Bird-watching opportunities abound, especially in March and April when the view of migrating Brandt Geese is exceptional.
While Top Bridge is known for its knotty mountain bike trails, the spot is also popular for swimming. Take a dip in the winding river and take a break waterside for a picnic amongst the forest setting. Hiking, fishing and horseback riding are also available in the area.








