Map of Vancouver Island

British Columbia, Canada

When planning your Vancouver Island vacation, you'll need to know where everything is, and how to get from one place to another.

Although the Island is not very large, the roads are not like the fast straight roads that you may be used to driving.

The roads can be hilly and winding, so you'll need to allow a little extra time.

This Vancouver Island map has all the vacation destinations that you might be considering...

Map Vancouver Island, Courtesy of Tourism BC

How to Use the Vancouver Island Map

• Victoria and southeast - This is the most populous area--and the region with most of the amenities. If you like vacations that include shopping, microbrews, museums, antiquing, and different kinds of restaurants--this area might be your choice.

• Sunshine Coast - the eastern side of the island, but north of the Victoria area. This is where you’ll find the best swimming beaches--and the warmest water!

• Interior Vancouver Island - If you’re a skiier or a hiker, you might like to visit the mountains in the interior.

• Pacific Rim - This is the west coast. It has beaches, but it tends to be more on the wild side--big waves and storms during the winter months. This is where people go surfing, storm watching and to hike the challenging West Coast Trail.

• North Island - Sparsely populated, this area is great for observing wildlife and hiking. If you plan to go here, you will need to make reservations early for your accommodations. There are a limited number of places to stay--and they fill up fast!

Here is another Vancouver Island map. Sometimes having a second map helps you see things more clearly.

Use either map of Vancouver Island often to orient yourself. It will help you understand where places are, in relation to each other.

As always, the first thing you’ll have to decide is--what do you like to do best?

There are so many choices and not enough time....no matter how long your vacation is!

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