Title: Lake Cowichan Travel Guide: Best of Lake Cowichan, British Columbia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lake Cowichan](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cowichan-Hotels.d6288188.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Lake Cowichan](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cowichan-Holiday-Rentals.d6288188.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Lake Cowichan Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lake-Cowichan.d6288188.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lake Cowichan Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cowichan.d6288188.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lake Cowichan Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Absolutely beautiful old growth forest on Vancouver Island Video Link Below πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡ https://youtu.be/cYMySrZgE0w #hiking #Canada #VancouverIsland #BritishColumbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288188/fb4ee411-1804-4488-b760-5eb71d138925.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We loved hiking the West Coast Trail! 75kms of beauty. How to Enjoy The West Coast Trail http://bit.ly/1AufUFd #hike #adventure #britishcolumbia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288188/8f5d07b1-2b71-4f11-8ed3-ea68804fd950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![At low tide on the West Coast Trail, BC, Canada, you can make your own trail in the ocean. The West Coast Trail is often referred to as the toughest hike in Canada. It is approximately 75 km long through rough terrain following the coast of Vancouver Island. #outdoors #hiking #trails](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288188/bcf5b975-2337-468a-b006-8459971d34c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Absolutely beautiful old growth forest on Vancouver Island Video Link Below πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡ https://youtu.be/cYMySrZgE0w #hiking #Canada #VancouverIsland #BritishColumbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288188/23ad5294-cd88-4f21-95f3-e00b76b9d640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Absolutely beautiful old growth forest on Vancouver Island Video Link Below πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡ https://youtu.be/cYMySrZgE0w #hiking #Canada #VancouverIsland #BritishColumbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288188/694d71b3-825f-4d98-8c8d-556295d0c708.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lake Cowichan Things to do - Top hotels in Lake Cowichan - Top Holiday Rentals in Lake Cowichan ![Riverside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19840000/19835400/19835390/769c731b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside Inn 56 North Shore Rd Lake Cowichan BC Β£79 27 Mar - 28 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly inn in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (359 reviews) If you’re planing to fish for brown trout in the Cowichan River, the Inn is a fantastic place to stay. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served in the pub and cafe, pool tables to converse with the locals, and great pillows and bedding. I was truly impressed. The staff were all very friendly and ... Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026&selected=19835390&PinnedHotelID=19835390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6288188) ![South Shore Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100670000/100667900/100667883/28b7220e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### South Shore Motel 266 S Shore Rd Lake Cowichan BC Β£70 27 Mar - 28 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Centennial Park and Cowichan Lake Sports Arena are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (171 reviews) Everything good Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026&selected=100667883&PinnedHotelID=100667883&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6288188) ![Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/61799ae6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages 71 South Shore Rd Lake Cowichan BC Β£65 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Ohtaki Park and Forest Workers Memorial Park are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews) Positive Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6288188) [See all 617 properties in Lake Cowichan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6288188) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Hideaway Haven by the Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96671900/96671858/f3643812_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hideaway Haven by the Lake Lake Cowichan BC Stay at this holiday home in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Greendale Park and Central Park are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (27 reviews) Great property. Thank you very much! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cowichan-Hotels-Hideaway-Haven-By-The-Lake.h96671858.Hotel-Information) ![Westover Bed and Breakfasts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31510000/31506900/31506829/efeba793_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Westover Bed and Breakfasts Salt Spring Island BC Stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free breakfast, patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Saltspring Marina and Ganges Marina are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews) My partner and I loved our stay here! The privacy and location was amazing, Tara left delicious granola for us for breakfast and we loved that our dogs were able to join us. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salt-Spring-Island-Hotels-Westover-Bed-And-Breakfasts.h31506829.Hotel-Information) ![🌲🌲Twin Tree Cabin in Magical Port Renfrew](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100700000/100699700/100699665/a3a2ba3d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 🌲🌲Twin Tree Cabin in Magical Port Renfrew Port Renfrew BC Stay at this cabin in Juan de Fuca Electoral Area. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Pacific Gateway Marina and Port ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews) It. Was as expected. Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Juan-De-Fuca-Electoral-Area-Hotels-Twin-Tree-Cabin-In-Magical-Port-Renfrew.h100699665.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Lake Cowichan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6288188&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Lake Cowichan hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Cowichan Lake Sports Arena Catch an event at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena during your trip to Lake Cowichan. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cowichan-Lake-Sports-Arena-Lake-Cowichan.d553248621592189661.Attraction) #### Big Lonely Doug Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Lonely Doug during your travels in Lake Cowichan. Wander the seaside and beaches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Lonely-Doug-Lake-Cowichan.d553248635074782765.Attraction) #### Central Park Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Central Park during your travels in Lake Cowichan. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Lake-Cowichan.d553248621574431121.Attraction) #### Mesachie Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mesachie Lake during your travels in Lake Cowichan. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mesachie-Lake-Lake-Cowichan.d896517943182184448.Attraction) #### Kaatza Station Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaatza Station Museum in Lake Cowichan. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaatza-Station-Museum-Lake-Cowichan.d553248621562266535.Attraction) #### Lake Cowichan Municipal Office Lake Cowichan Municipal Office is just one of the places to see in Lake Cowichan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cowichan-Municipal-Office-Lake-Cowichan.d896519456686297088.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Wine Tasting in the Cowichan is our favourite! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2217995/da7a9e45-776c-4fae-a457-0b6e9520f4f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings Β£98 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-victoria-to-cowichan-valley-wine-tour-with-tastings.a2217995.activity-details) ![Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2136875/f7c5b61d-894e-48d6-8b2f-e70f1e2600bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie Β£98 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/victoria-wine-tour-with-wine-tastings-and-charcuterie.a2136875.activity-details) [See all activities in Lake Cowichan](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Lake-Cowichan.d6288188.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Lake Cowichan ![Historic Kinsol Trestle Bridge Vancouver Island.The historic wooden Kinsol Trestle over the Koksilah River near Shawnigan Lake, Vancouver Island, Canada. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134093/62afc83f-0518-49b6-a94f-4d2b60adb7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shawnigan Lake ![Youbou on Cowichan Lake, Vancouver Island Aerial Photographs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964618407/83c5ed86-c563-49d2-9fb3-1ad4f3855937.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Youbou - Cities near Lake Cowichan - Places of interest [Shawnigan Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/Shawnigan-Lake.dx6134093)[Youbou](https://expedia.co.uk/Youbou.dx553248635964618407) - [Cowichan Lake Sports Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cowichan-Lake-Sports-Arena-Lake-Cowichan.d553248621592189661.Attraction) - [Central Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Lake-Cowichan.d553248621574431121.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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