Tourism Mount Washington

Tourism Mount Washington Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Tourism Mount Washington, Sport & recreation, #1 Strathcona Parkway, Courtenay, BC.

Tourism Mount Washington is the destination marketing organization actively promoting Mount Washington as an 'all-season' alpine resort, with the aim of enhancing the overall experience of visitors to the mountain.

Alpine lake day on Vancouver Island.Lake Helen Mackenzie in Strathcona Provincial Park is one of the most peaceful spots...
09/25/2026

Alpine lake day on Vancouver Island.

Lake Helen Mackenzie in Strathcona Provincial Park is one of the most peaceful spots accessible from Mount Washington -- a pristine alpine lake surrounded by peaks, reached on a moderate trail from the Paradise Meadows trailhead.

Still swimmable in late September. Golden alpine light in the meadows. Quiet trails.

8.5km return | Moderate | 2.5 to 3.5 hours
Trailhead: Raven Lodge parking, Mount Washington

Stay slopeside on the mountain and this trail is right at your door.

Photo: Hilary Roth, Rosanna Marsh

The most beautiful walk on Vancouver Island gets even better in September. The Paradise Meadows Loop winds through stunn...
09/25/2026

The most beautiful walk on Vancouver Island gets even better in September.

The Paradise Meadows Loop winds through stunning subalpine meadows in Strathcona Provincial Park -- right from the Mount Washington trailhead. Golden grasses, mountain views, and an accessible boardwalk that makes this trail perfect for every age and ability.

4.2km | Easy | ~1.5 hours | All ages including accessible boardwalk section

Stay slopeside at Mount Washington and the trail starts right at your door.

Link: discovermountwashington.ca/outdoor-guide
Photo: Cristian Oriak

09/16/2026

Exciting news for regional aviation in British Columbia. Today, Harbour Air and Pacific Coastal Airlines (PCA), two homegrown airlines, announced that they have entered into an agreement under which Harbour Air will acquire PCA and form a new regional airline group, keeping both airlines under Canadian ownership.
 
This group will combine Harbour Air’s seaplane network and PCA’s complementary wheeled flight network to unlock more destinations for its guests with service to 25 communities, expanding valuable air service across British Columbia.  

The transaction is subject to regulatory approval. In the interim, Harbour Air and Pacific Coastal Airlines will continue to operate as two separate and independent airlines.
 
Link in bio to read the full announcement and hear directly from Bert van der Stege (CEO, Harbour Air) and Quentin Smith (President, PCA).

09/16/2026

We’ve heard your concerns. Everyone deserves the same opportunity to secure a day-use pass, no matter how fast you are with a computer. That is why we are so pleased to be launching an updated day-use pass reservation system to strengthen security and improve distribution of the passes, ensuring everyone has a transparent and consistent process for accessing some of B.C.’s most popular parks.

Starting September 22, people will need to create a verified account before booking a day-use pass. This updated system helps ensure passes are reserved by real people and distributed more fairly during periods of high demand. Accounts also make it easier for people to view, manage, and cancel their reservations.

People are encouraged to create their BC Parks account using their BC Services Card account for streamlined access to a variety of B.C. government services. Alternatively, people can create a BC Parks account using their email and password.

Find out more about the updated system at https://bit.ly/3T9fpTb.

My perfect Mount Washington weekend includes _______. Fill in the blank in the comments -- we want to hear your ideal tr...
09/14/2026

My perfect Mount Washington weekend includes _______.

Fill in the blank in the comments -- we want to hear your ideal trip! Hiking? Biking? Zip lining? A chalet with a view and absolutely nothing to do?

Drop your answer below!

📸 Photo: Cristian Oriak

Vancouver Island's best beach secret is one hour from Mount Washington!Miracle Beach Provincial Park. Sandy shores, war...
09/11/2026

Vancouver Island's best beach secret is one hour from Mount Washington!

Miracle Beach Provincial Park. Sandy shores, warm late-summer swimming, and stunning views of the BC mainland mountains across the Strait of Georgia.

Pair it with a Mount Washington mountain stay and you have got the ultimate Vancouver Island weekend, mountain in the morning, beach in the afternoon.

Link: bcparks.ca/miracle-beach-park

📸 Photo: BCParks, Iain Robert

09/09/2026

September at Mount Washington is full operations every weekend! Bike Park, ZipTours, Scenic Chair Rides, hiking, food and drinks on the mountain.

And the chalets are filling up fast.

From cozy condos for couples to full family chalets slopeside -- your base camp for the best September weekends on Vancouver Island is right here.

🔗 Browse and book:

mtwashingtonaccommodation.com
conagetaways.com
discovermountwashington.ca/accommodations

📸 Photo: CristianOriak MountWashington

Saturday morning ritual before heading up the mountain: the Comox Valley Farmers Market. 🌾☕Local produce, fresh baked go...
09/08/2026

Saturday morning ritual before heading up the mountain: the Comox Valley Farmers Market. 🌾☕

Local produce, fresh baked goods, artisan goods, and everything you need to stock your chalet kitchen for the weekend. The best way to start a Mount Washington trip.

Comox Valley, every Saturday morning.

Link: cvfm.ca

📸 Photo: Comox Valley Farmers Market, Bill Jorgensen

Planning a hiking trip to Mount Washington? Here is your starter guide.1. Paradise Meadows Loop 4.2km, easy, wildflower ...
09/04/2026

Planning a hiking trip to Mount Washington? Here is your starter guide.

1. Paradise Meadows Loop 4.2km, easy, wildflower meadow, all ages
2. Lake Helen Mackenzie 8.5km, moderate, alpine lake, swimmable in summer
3. Battleship Lake 10km moderate, alpine lake chain, accessed from Paradise Meadows trailhead
4. Mount Albert Edward 32km, strenuous, epic 360 degree summit
5. Elk Falls 2km, easy, suspension bridge and waterfall (45~min from mountain)

All accessed from Mount Washington or within easy reach. Stay slopeside and the trails start right at your door.

Link: discovermountwashington.ca/outdoor-guide

📸 Photo: Cristian Oriak

09/02/2026

Good news for every mountain biker on Vancouver Island!

The Mount Washington Bike Park is open EVERY WEEKEND through September -- trails for all levels, food and drinks on the mountain, and slopeside accommodation so you never have to rush home.

Season passholders! The ZipTour Eagles Flight and Hawk Flight Half Tour are also 2-for-1 all season. Do not miss it.

Link: MountWashington.ca

Video: Mount Washington Alpine Resort

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#1 Strathcona Parkway
Courtenay, BC
V9J1L0

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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