Local Attraction

You're invited to come out and play in Oceanside. Whether play means a round of golf, a stroll through tranquil forests, building a sand castle on one of our warm, sandy beaches, or just watching the waves roll in... this charming collection of beachfront communities was made for awakening your sense of wonder and delight.

LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER
 Wonderful Provincial Park with great hiking areas for beginner to intermediate levels and swimming for those adventurers.

HORNE LAKE CAVES
 Crystal clear and warm water for swimming, also famous for its numerous caves to explore. A place ranges from relaxation to extreme adventure all under one "roof".

COOMBS
Famous for its "Goats on the Roof" and lots of local artists' studio and gallery. Great market place with large selection of fresh produces, baked goodies and lots of imported goods and a restaurant.

S I M P L Y  B E A U T I F U L
G O L F   C O U R S E S

Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club
Located only 3 minutes from Harmony Inn. Two Par 5's, three Par 4's and 13 Par 3's. Full service clubhouse. Par 61 - 3724 Yards. (250) 752-9727

Eaglecrest Golf Club
 Located in a beautiful setting with forests, lakes and streams. This 5,600 to 6,350 yard, par 71 course offers 18 challenging holes and full clubhouse facilities. 1-800-567-1320

Glengarry Golf Links
Offers all of the amenities that golfers expect to find at premier golf resorts, and spectacular views of Mount Arrowsmith. 18 hole Par 67- 4917 Yards. (250) 752-8786

Morningstar Golf Club
An 18-hole international course of 7,018 yards. Driving range, putting green, full-service pro shop and golf schools. (250) 248-8161

PARKSVILLE CITY BEACH
 Sand Castle Building Competition - Artists from around the world come every year at the beginning of August to compete. It is very inspiring to see what the possibilities one can build out from sand.

 

MILNER GARDENS & WOODLANDS
One of the highlights of any Island garden tour is Milner Gardens and Woodland. This 70-acre estate features an interpretive trail through old-growth forest, a 10-acre garden that includes over 500 rhododendrons and a heritage home that sits on a bluff overlooking Georgia Strait and has hosted British Royalty.

SPIDER LAKE
 Provincial Park Beach. Great for a lazy summer afternoon dip.


LOCAL WILDLIFE:

Wild Turkey, Deer, Dozens of different variety of bird including Hummingbird, Bold Eagle, Trumpet Swan, Woodpecker, Quail.......

LOCAL BEACH
Incredible sight and “noise”!! Thousands of sea gull, duck, bold eagle, sea lion and seal join in for the feast – just 100m from Harmony Inn. They are attracted by herrings and nearby creek.


HORNBY ISLAND
 Famous sandy beach @ Tribute Bay Provincial Park. Nice for a day trip.

MacMillan Provincial Park
Right on the Highway 4, 15 minutes from Qualicum Beach towards Port Alberni on beautiful Cameron Lake is also called "Cathedral Grow" ancient forest park. Edmire 500 - 600 years Trees and have inspiring walk.

Mount Arrowsmith
 For those who love hiking - this mountain is definitely a challenge. Several parks around this mountain provide a spectacular views. Peak height at 1819m / 5968'.

MT. WASHINGTON
 Summer view. You can hike, mountain bike or take a scenery lift. Yours to enjoy.


MT. WASHINGTON
 Winter view. A best kept secret skiers paradise with an average of 10m / 30' snow fall annually.


MT. WASHINGTON
 Spectacular view at 1585m / 5200' elevation. Observe clouds over the ocean and Harmony Inn location.

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