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 👇👇👇👇👇👇 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) ![Absolutely beautiful old growth forest on Vancouver Island Video Link Below 👇👇👇👇👇👇 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 👇👇👇👇👇👇 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) ## Visit Lake Cowichan Things to do - Top hotels in Lake Cowichan - Top Holiday Rentals in Lake Cowichan ![Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/bf08bfa6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages 71 South Shore Rd Lake Cowichan BC £70 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Ohtaki Park and Forest Workers Memorial Park are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews) Clean room, great space and it had everything you would need and more! Might have to come back in the Summer to enjoy the outdoor space and waterfront. Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6288188) ![Lake Cowichan Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19390000/19382000/19381974/0a6f39b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Cowichan Lodge POBox 964 - 201 Cowichan Lake Road Lake Cowichan BC Stay at this lodge in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Greendale Park and Central Park are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (275 reviews) Friendly, clean, quiet. A short walk to groceries and amenities. 😊 Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=19381974&PinnedHotelID=19381974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6288188) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=19381974&PinnedHotelID=19381974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6288188) ![Riverside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19840000/19835400/19835390/df7e9619_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside Inn 56 North Shore Rd Lake Cowichan BC £69 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly inn in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (352 reviews) Clean quiet room Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=19835390&PinnedHotelID=19835390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6288188) [See all 630 properties in Lake Cowichan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%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. ![The Cottages on Salt Spring Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18986400/18986382/735da649_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Cottages on Salt Spring Island 315 Robinson Road Salt Spring Island BC Stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards and Salt ... 9/10 Wonderful! (333 reviews) Coffee make is tiny and the filters were not the right size so it was a slow messy wait but other than that, cozy beds and good space! Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salt-Spring-Island-Hotels-The-Cottages-On-Salt-Spring-Island.h18986382.Hotel-Information) ![Cusheon Lake Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9690000/9685700/9685696/83ccadc2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cusheon Lake Resort 171 Natalie Lane Salt Spring Island BC Stay at this beach cabin in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Cusheon Lake and Salt Spring Vineyards ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews) Clean, amazing location and amenities! Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salt-Spring-Island-Hotels-Cusheon-Lake-Resort.h9685696.Hotel-Information) ![Mariner's Loft](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121700000/121695200/121695161/7443fc89_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mariner's Loft 118 Rainbow Rd Salt Spring Island BC Stay at this aparthotel in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ganges Marina and Spa by Lenice are ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salt-Spring-Island-Hotels-Mariners-Loft.h121695161.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. Prices and availability subject to change. 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=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6288188&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%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) #### 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) #### Lily Beach Park Lily Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Honeymoon Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lily-Beach-Park-Lake-Cowichan.d896516829814673408.Attraction) #### Ohtaki Park After visiting Ohtaki Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lake Cowichan. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ohtaki-Park-Lake-Cowichan.d896519590880952320.Attraction) #### Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch is just one of the places to see in Lake Cowichan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vancouver-Island-Regional-Library-Cowichan-Lake-Branch-Lake-Cowichan.d896519609992302592.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 £97 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-victoria-to-cowichan-valley-wine-tour-with-tastings.a2217995.activity-details) ![Cowichan Valley Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2136875/5c8a52d2-f5e6-4e2b-bf4c-dbf6752bfe7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie £97 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 ![Little snowy in March](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293951/92831d8d-a080-4a3e-a9ca-b3d045e237d6.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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