Top 11 Places to Visit in
Cumberland | British Columbia
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Cumberland Forest Mountain Bike Trails
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Cumberland is a center of cyclo-tourism with one of Canada’s best mountain biking circuits. Located in the Beaufort Mountain Range, the Cumberland Forest Mountain Bike Trails are the best on Vancouver Island. With over 179 biking and 180 hiking trails, Cumberland Forest Mountain Bike Trails has a trail for every skill level. The Cumberland Forest […]
- CRI gravel parking lot: Dunsmuir Ave and Sutton Rd, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
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- https://cumberland.ca/mountain-biking/#mtb-trail-network
Home Town of Terry Tobacco
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Born and raised in Cumberland, Terry Tobacco raced for Team Canada at the 1956 and 1960 Summer Olympics. He was discovered at age 15 by Victoria “Flying Y” coach Bruce Humber after winning the 100- and 220- yard races at the 1952 Island high school championships. Competing in the 400m, 4x100m, and 4x400m races, Tobacco […]
- Downtown Cumberland, BC
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- https://gvshof.ca/inductees-2/all-inductees/12-running/137-terry-tobacco-2007.html
Cumberland Museum & Archives
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For many years, Cumberland was known as a mining village. Mine trolley There is no more acceptable way to immerse yourself in Cumberland’s rich history than visiting the Cumberland Museum & Archives. Open since 1969, the Cumberland Museum & Archives tells the story of the history of Cumberland through artifacts, reports, exhibits, and stories. Photos: […]
Trent River Falls
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The Trent River Falls is located just a short drive from Cumberland and is one of the world’s largest spawning locations for pink salmon. The falls drop over 30 feet and are perfect for swimming with no salmon! Surrounded by dense forests, the falls are accessible by trail. The trail to Trent River Falls is […]
- J239+4P Cumberland, British Columbia
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- https://islandnature.ca/2013/10/trent-river-falls/
Coal Creek Historic Park (Chinatown)
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The small area of Cumberland called Chinatown was built to home the Chinese workers that immigrated here to work in the coal mines in Cumberland. Chinatown circa 1910; Cumberland Museum and Archives Photo: Darren Kirby from Penticton, CC BY-SA 2.0
- 1951 Comox Lake Rd #1888, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
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- https://cumberland.ca/coal-creek-historic-park/
Cumberland Brewing Co.
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A Cumberland staple since 2014, Cumberland Brewing Co. is a local gathering spot highly cherished by the community. Cumberland Brewing Co. prides itself on building community through its brewery. With fantastic food and some of the west coast’s best beverages, Cumberland Brewing Co. is the perfect stop for any occasion. Photo: facebook.com/cumberlandbrewingco
West Coast Water Sports
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With an array of rental options from boats to paddle boards, West Coast Water Sports has something for every budget. Furthermore, West Coast Water Sports runs day camps for children that introduce them to the world of water sports. Contact West Coast Water Sports to make your day on Comox Lake in Cumberland more enjoyable. […]
- 1100 Comox Lake Rd, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0
- (250) 465-9378
- https://www.facebook.com/WestCoastWaterSports/
Cumberland Community Forest
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Located on the traditional territory of the Pentlach, SaLαLt, Säsitla and Eiksαn people, known today as the K’omoks First Nation, the Cumberland Community Forrest is a protected forest with conservation initiatives. Due to Forrest’s protection from logging, the ecosystem can thrive. The Forest features extensive trails and a diversity of wild plants and animals rarely seen worldwide. […]
- Cumberland Community Forest, Comox Lake Road
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- https://www.cumberlandforest.com/what-is-the-cumberland-forest/
Comox Lake
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Many considered the crown jewel of Cumberland, Comox Lake was created in 1912 when the Comox Dam was built. The lake holds trophy salmon, trout, and char. Furthermore, Comox Lake has a boat launch so that you can spend a day on the water. Comox Lake is the perfect lake for swimming, camping, or just […]
The Cumberland Village Bakery
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Located in the centre of Cumberland, the Cumberland Village Bakery has been in business for over a century. The Cumberland Village Bakery is highly intertwined with the community of Cumberland and prides itself on serving the same great products for generations of clients. The Cumberland Village Bakery is famous for its legendary glazed Cumberland Donut, […]
Little Acre Market Garden
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The Little Acre Market Garden is a locally owned vegetable, fruit, and flower market. Little Acre Market Garden prides itself on growing sustainable and seasonal produce that is nutrient dense. This weekend-only market is beautiful to walk through, and its produce is of the highest quality. Photo: littleacremarketgarden.com