Discover Hornby Island

Adventure Awaits on Hornby Island

Hornby Island is a treasure trove of activities, with stunning beaches like Tribune Bay and Whaling Station Bay for sunbathing and swimming. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Helliwell Provincial Park’s hiking trails and Mount Geoffrey’s downhill cycling.


Celebrate local flavors at the Thatch Pub, distilleries, meaderies, and wineries offering craft beers, gin, honey wine, and sparkling wine.



With a vibrant arts community, Hornby Island features unique pottery, mixed media, and sculpture. Stay active with cycling, surfing, kayaking, and yoga, and enjoy community events like Canada Day celebrations and the Hornby Festival. There's always something new to explore!

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Sandy Beaches

Tribune Bay, Whaling Station Bay, Sandpiper, Shingle Spit, Little Tribune Nude Beach, Ford’s Cove

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Provincial Parks

Helliwell for hiking and gorgeous views, Mount Geoffrey for downhill cycling, Tribune Bay for activities and relaxation.

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Celebration Time

Thatch Pub with local craft beer, Distillery that makes gin and vodka, Meadery that makes honey wine, Winery that makes sparkling wine.

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Arts and Crafts

More artists per capita than any other village in BC. Pottery, Mixed Media, Drawing, Sculpture.

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Sport Activities

Cycling, Hiking, Surfing, Swimming, Kayaking, SUPing, Yoga, even a Golf Course!

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Community Events

Canada Day, Writing Festivals, Arts Festivals, Blues Workshop, HerringFest, Hornby Festival, Home and Garden Tour, Elder’s Story.