Where to stay in Port Hardy
Where Is Port Hardy, Canada?
Situated on the northeastern coast of Vancouver Island, Port Hardy is a district municipality in British Columbia, Canada. The gateway to Cape Scott Provincial Park, Port Hardy also leads to the North Coast Trail and the BC Marine Trail. The town is the largest northern community on Vancouver Island and lies on the shores of the Queen Charlotte Strait, between the slopes of the Vancouver Island Range and the Coastal Mountain Range.
What Is in Port Hardy, Canada?
An upcoming tourist destination that’s slowly keeping the larger Canadian cities on their toes, the pristine environment of Port Hardy serves as an introduction to several outdoor activities and adventures for both locals and tourists, including scuba diving, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and much more. With its sheltered location and wealth of amenities, Port Hardy continuously attracts a thriving crowd of tourists who wish to sample the quiet serenity of Vancouver Island — or partake in an expansive list of much to do and more to see.
Places to Visit in Port Hardy, Canada
- Port Hardy Museum: Housing an expensive collection of unique local artifacts, Port Hardy Museum provides a trip into the past. Located on the Market Street entrance, the museum paints a detailed picture of the bygone times, with the First Nations gallery, showcasing ancient artifacts of the area’s first people, and numerous exhibits on both past and present life, steamship and boatbuilding history, as well as pioneer stories. With interactive exhibits and museum-wide scavenger hunts for the children, there is something for everyone at Port Hardy Museum.
- Carrot Park: A quaint and delicious way to escape the mundanity of everyday life in Port Hardy, Carrot Park is both a historical and a recreational site that lies on the banks of Port Hardy. Home to a fantastically crafted wooden sculpture of a carrot with a bitten chunk, Carrot Park pays tribute to the completion of the promised Island Highway. As you explore the verdant space that is perfect for afternoon strolls, morning runs, and picnics with the family, signboards depict the town’s history.
Popular Destinations Near Port Hardy
- Parksville: With its gorgeously warm climate and picturesque beaches of Parksville Bay and Craig Bay, one may think they might not be in Canada at all. Greet yourself with the calming scenes of placid waters and feel the crunch of golden sand under your feet when you visit the city of Parksville. Known for its sandcastle building competition during the summer months — lovingly dubbed as Parksville Beachfest — Parksville is a center of tourism for Vancouverites, other Canadians, and international visitors who wish to have a taste of an exotic beach location mixed with the familiarity of a Canadian city.
Best Neighborhoods in Port Hardy
- Downtown Port Hardy: The beating heart of the town and the crux of activity, downtown is where the party is. The downtown district marries small-town charm with a unique cosmopolitan vibe, with shops, restaurants, hotels, art galleries, and cafes lining the streets. As well as its quaint and indie amenities, downtown also offers several hip fashion boutiques, elegant eateries perfect for al fresco dining, and a small shopping mall to peruse at your leisure.
Points of interests in Port Hardy
Port Hardy has several popular points of interest for you to check out when visiting the area. Here are the most popular points of interest in Port Hardy:
- World’s Largest Burl: 25 vacation rentals
- God's Pocket Marine Provincial Park: 25 vacation rentals
- Bear Cove Park: 25 vacation rentals
- Carrot Campaign - Historic Site: 25 vacation rentals
- Tsulquate Park: 25 vacation rentals
- Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre: 25 vacation rentals
- k'awat'si Tours: 25 vacation rentals
- Port Hardy Museum: 25 vacation rentals
- Carrot Park: 25 vacation rentals
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