Biking
Family biking in grasslands (Picture BC photo)
Fit cyclists touring the southern Gulf Islands should not overlook long, lean, and hilly Galiano.
Riders seeking tips, routing maps and mountain bike rentals (tandems and kid two-wheelers included) can drop into Galiano Bicycle on Burrill Road in the village of Sturdies Bay.
Cycling Overview
Ask for the Galiano Island Parks and Recreation Commission's Galiano Island Cycling brochure at the Sturdies Bay information booth. It features a fold-out map along with safety tips and etiquette. One important note: Ride single file to prevent mishaps on the island's narrow, limited visibility roads. The good news is that traffic is mostly light except for the few minutes when cars are offloading from a ferry.
South Galiano
Most recreational riders with reserves of stamina navigate the backroads circling out of Sturdies Bay toward the series of parks on the island's southwestern coastline.
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Leaving the village, hang a left onto Burrill Road and follow it as it turns into Bluff Road, taking time out for detours to Bellhouse and Matthews Point parks. A challenging gravel road leads through Bluffs Park to Georgeson Bay Road. From here either head towards Georgeson Bay and Mount Galiano, or circle back towards civilization and the promise of a pint at the Hummingbird Pub.
Montague Harbour
Another option from Georgeson Bay Road is to turn left onto Montague Road and peddle the steep up-and-down route towards Montague Harbour Provincial Marine Park, the only bike-accessible park on the island. Count on lovely shell beaches, good swimming and a marina with a lively waterfront patio restaurant.
North End Treks
Riders with single-minded determination and serious lungpower go the distance to the island's northern tip. The 28km/17mi one-way trek follows Sturdies Bay Road until it morphs into Porlier Pass Road (at Georgeson Bay Road). Stop at the art studios in the Ganner Road area and stay focused down this long, forested corridor.
A few clicks past Retreat Cove Road, the route loops towards the wonderfully scenic coastline at the Lover's Leap Viewpoint and mostly hugs it the rest of the way to the Penelakut First Nations Reserve. Note: There are no services beyond Sturdies Bay apart from a few organic vegetable stands, so pack the panniers full with water and snacks.
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1000 Wharf St
Victoria, British Columbia
V8W 1T4
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Visitors to Victoria often want to get away from it all & explore the true beauty of our city. We think that there is no better way to do this then on two wheels! CycleTreks offers single-day self-guided & guided rides complete with top quality equipment rentals, bike & rider drop-off service, maps, water bottles, support vehicle & guides. Enjoy a wine tour, visit Butchart Gardens, cycle the Sooke Potholes; let us show you Victoria on two wheels.
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