Title: Things to Do in Shawnigan Lake in 2026 | Expedia.com [Shawnigan Lake Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Shawnigan-Lake.dx6134093)[Hotels in Shawnigan Lake](https://expedia.com/Shawnigan-Lake-Hotels.d6134093.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Shawnigan Lake](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Shawnigan-Lake.d6134093.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Shawnigan Lake](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Shawnigan-Lake.d6134093.Car-Rental-Guide)[Shawnigan Lake Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Shawnigan-Lake.d6134093.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Shawnigan Lake ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Shawnigan Lake Types of activities [Shawnigan Lake Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Shawnigan-Lake.dx6134093) ![Historic Kinsol Trestle Bridge Vancouver Island.The historic wooden Kinsol Trestle over the Koksilah River near Shawnigan Lake, Vancouver Island, Canada. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134093/62afc83f-0518-49b6-a94f-4d2b60adb7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Little snowy in March](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293951/92831d8d-a080-4a3e-a9ca-b3d045e237d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kinsol Trestle. Recently Rebuilt for human access (as opposed to trains). Completed in 1920, its dimensions measure 44 m (144 ft) high and 188 m (617 ft) long, making it the largest wooden trestle in the Commonwealth and one of the highest railway trestles in the world.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293951/50ccaa5f-4985-431a-8d42-36a38cc6fde7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Shawnigan Lake Attractions Discover the sights of Shawnigan Lake with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6134093&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or get through our list of {37 fun activities in Shawnigan Lake [fun activities in Shawnigan Lake](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6134093&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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Gardens Premium Tour 4h 10/10 7 verified reviews Free cancellation available $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-victoria-and-butchart-gardens-premium-tour.a49982988.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria Butterfly Gardens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/194771/3e9a3ddb-7ffd-41bb-9d55-a538b39f384f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria Butterfly Gardens 1h 9.8/10 36 verified reviews Free cancellation available $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-butterfly-gardens.a194771.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1384372/9ab644c8-6300-4a5c-b0b7-310d76663ae2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix 5h 10/10 182 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/combo-victoria-city-tour-butchart-gardens-entry-tix.a1384372.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Waterfall, Skywalk, Lagoon Picnic, Castle and Whales in Victoria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49219439/010dce77-6af9-4bf1-9dd3-6673641f7112.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterfall, Skywalk, Lagoon Picnic, Castle and Whales in Victoria 6h Free cancellation available $218 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/waterfall-skywalk-lagoon-picnic-castle-and-whales-in-victoria.a49219439.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3096439/dc2f4a18-63cb-4028-babe-4c48c5cd48cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver 9h $205 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-1-day-tour-from-vancouver.a3096439.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Private Butchart Gardens + Gardens at HCP Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388855/675a45aa-cd41-4211-b2d1-aac5cc2faab9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Butchart Gardens + Gardens at HCP Tour 5h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-butchart-gardens-gardens-at-hcp-tour.a1388855.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Private 5 Hour Tour of Butchart and Butterfly Gardens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50785540/f88f6423-ad1c-436c-9dc0-fa21762834ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 5 Hour Tour of Butchart and Butterfly Gardens 5h Free cancellation available $109 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-5-hour-tour-of-butchart-and-butterfly-gardens.a50785540.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2217995/da7a9e45-776c-4fae-a457-0b6e9520f4f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings 5h 30m 9.4/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $131 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-victoria-to-cowichan-valley-wine-tour-with-tastings.a2217995.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria; Butchart Gardens, Aquarium and Rainforest Giant Trees](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48971941/04d65531-ff64-40d1-ac43-2a891be4c45b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria; Butchart Gardens, Aquarium and Rainforest Giant Trees 6h Free cancellation available $233 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-hiking-and-aquarium-city-tour.a48971941.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 18 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Private Butchart Gardens + Gardens at HCP Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388855/675a45aa-cd41-4211-b2d1-aac5cc2faab9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Butchart Gardens + Gardens at HCP Tour 5h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-butchart-gardens-gardens-at-hcp-tour.a1388855.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Private 5 Hour Tour of Butchart and Butterfly Gardens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50785540/f88f6423-ad1c-436c-9dc0-fa21762834ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 5 Hour Tour of Butchart and Butterfly Gardens 5h Free cancellation available $109 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-5-hour-tour-of-butchart-and-butterfly-gardens.a50785540.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Peninsula Highlights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388853/43fb9389-8a29-480e-9872-3aa59995562d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Peninsula Highlights 6h Free cancellation available $148 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/peninsula-highlights.a1388853.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria City and Butchart Gardens Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50169878/d7b99a00-6d9d-40e3-a188-781dadef7eea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria City and Butchart Gardens Private Tour 6h Free cancellation available $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-city-and-butchart-gardens-private-tour.a50169878.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Malahat SkyWalk & Craigdarroch Castle: Newest and Oldest (1-6pax)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49832367/b2d598de-634e-493f-822e-82caeacb485e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Malahat SkyWalk & Craigdarroch Castle: Newest and Oldest (1-6pax) 4h Free cancellation available $480 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/scenic-family-adventure-with-butchart-gardens-and-city-highlights.a49832367.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1718531/fd00fb25-027c-43c4-a654-e73d14338904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour 6h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $639 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/butchart-beyond-the-grand-victoria-tour.a1718531.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Private Wine Tour at Church and State Wines in Victoria BC Canada](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50777385/7af50413-5d19-401f-bfb8-36521c376b5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Wine Tour at Church and State Wines in Victoria BC Canada 4h Free cancellation available $109 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-wine-tour-at-church-and-state-wines-in-victoria-bc-canada.a50777385.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria Day trip with Butchart Garden and Malahat Skywalk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50864192/00af9d92-dfe1-44f4-9905-59fd247f7e27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria Day trip with Butchart Garden and Malahat Skywalk 8h Free cancellation available $435 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-day-trip-with-butchart-garden-and-malahat-skywalk.a50864192.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria Boutique Winery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388907/30acc934-dd9a-47c1-81e3-338c2670fc13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria Boutique Winery Tour 6h 10/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $639 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-winery-distillery-and-brewery-tour-by-luxury-vehicle.a1388907.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Private Local Libations Tour, Victoria, BC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388860/a76ad62e-7109-4ac8-b63b-6a73506e5758.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Local Libations Tour, Victoria, BC 5h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $142 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-local-libations-tour-victoria-bc.a1388860.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/194829/9ccf75b9-f833-4f39-b88a-9b189ffb2957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission 12h 10m 9.6/10 387 verified reviews Free cancellation available $220 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vancouver-to-victoria-tour-butchart-gardens-admission.a194829.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria Butterfly Gardens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/194771/3e9a3ddb-7ffd-41bb-9d55-a538b39f384f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria Butterfly Gardens 1h 9.8/10 36 verified reviews Free cancellation available $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-butterfly-gardens.a194771.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria: Paddle Board Rental with Full Equipment](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52149686/d78f8502-ed2b-4305-9efe-21dd07860c9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria: Paddle Board Rental with Full Equipment 3h+ Free cancellation available $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-paddle-board-rental-with-full-equipment.a52149686.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1384502/589231d5-33ef-44d3-bb09-d1e0d7d3112a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria 3h 20m 9.4/10 62 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-in-a-zodiac-boat-in-victoria.a1384502.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Vancouver Island Half Day Whale and Wildlife Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/610327/af5ce23e-d56d-4230-b16c-1ae079f99e8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Vancouver Island Half Day Whale and Wildlife Adventure 4h 10/10 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available $162 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vancouver-island-half-day-whale-and-wildlife-adventure.a610327.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ![Victoria: Paddle Board Tour at Willows Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52162020/ba8dd17b-81e7-4d06-b1a8-dcac40a4201a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Victoria: Paddle Board Tour at Willows Beach 2h Free cancellation available $51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-paddle-board-tour-at-willows-beach.a52162020.activity-details?&rid=6134093&location=Shawnigan+Lake&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Shawnigan Lake | Number of things to do | 37 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Langford BC](/things-to-do/crime-solving-detective-experience-langford.a45629093.activity-details): $11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Victoria Butterfly Gardens](/things-to-do/victoria-butterfly-gardens.a194771.activity-details)[Malahat SkyWalk Tickets](/things-to-do/malahat-skywalk-tickets.a46393243.activity-details)[Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission](/things-to-do/vancouver-to-victoria-tour-butchart-gardens-admission.a194829.activity-details)[Experience Victoria and Butchart Gardens Premium Tour](/things-to-do/experience-victoria-and-butchart-gardens-premium-tour.a49982988.activity-details)[COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix](/things-to-do/combo-victoria-city-tour-butchart-gardens-entry-tix.a1384372.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Victoria Butterfly Gardens](/things-to-do/victoria-butterfly-gardens.a194771.activity-details)[Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Langford BC](/things-to-do/crime-solving-detective-experience-langford.a45629093.activity-details) | | With kids | [Victoria Butterfly Gardens](/things-to-do/victoria-butterfly-gardens.a194771.activity-details)[Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission](/things-to-do/vancouver-to-victoria-tour-butchart-gardens-admission.a194829.activity-details)[Experience Victoria and Butchart Gardens Premium Tour](/things-to-do/experience-victoria-and-butchart-gardens-premium-tour.a49982988.activity-details)[Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria](/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-in-a-zodiac-boat-in-victoria.a1384502.activity-details)[Paddling Thetis Lake](/things-to-do/paddling-thetis-lake.a2365924.activity-details) | ## What to do in Shawnigan Lake - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Shawnigan Lake Taking a break in Shawnigan Lake on a budget? The following can be experienced for zip. **Kinsol Trestle** \- Take a stroll around this historic attraction and find out a couple of secrets from yesteryear. ### Things to Do in Shawnigan Lake with Kids Shawnigan Lake is a superb place for a family vacation. Take the kids along and enjoy these top [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6134093&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) together: - [Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vancouver-to-victoria-admission-to-butchart-gardens.a194829.activity-details) - [Victoria Butterfly Gardens](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/victoria-butterfly-gardens.a194771.activity-details) - [Hop On Half Day Sightseeing Victoria](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/hop-on-half-day-sightseeing-victoria.a574978.activity-details) - [Vancouver Day Trip & Seaplane Flight](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vancouver-day-trip-seaplane-flight.a253936.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Shawnigan Lake? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Shawnigan Lake ![Little snowy in March](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293951/92831d8d-a080-4a3e-a9ca-b3d045e237d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kinsol Trestle Find out about the history of Shawnigan Lake with a stop at Kinsol Trestle. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Kinsol-Trestle-Shawnigan-Lake.d6293951.Vacation-Attraction) #### Stebbings Road Community Forest You can take time to visit Stebbings Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.com/Stebbings-Road-Community-Forest-Shawnigan-Lake.d896517284458352640.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shawnigan Lake Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Shawnigan Lake Museum in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Shawnigan-Lake-Museum-Shawnigan-Lake.d6291872.Vacation-Attraction) #### West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park You can take time to visit West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/West-Shawnigan-Lake-Provincial-Park-Shawnigan-Lake.d6293957.Vacation-Attraction) #### Old Baldy Mountain Park After visiting Old Baldy Mountain Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shawnigan Lake. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Old-Baldy-Mountain-Park-Shawnigan-Lake.d896519585887637504.Vacation-Attraction) #### Memory Island Provincial Park Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Memory Island Provincial Park during your travels in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Memory-Island-Provincial-Park-Shawnigan-Lake.d6293961.Vacation-Attraction) #### Oliphant Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oliphant Lake during your travels in Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Oliphant-Lake-Shawnigan-Lake.d896517864891305984.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sooke Lake Road Community Forest You can take time to visit Sooke Lake Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Sooke-Lake-Road-Community-Forest-Shawnigan-Lake.d896517295019610112.Vacation-Attraction) #### Elkington Park Elkington Park is just one of the places to see in Shawnigan Lake, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Elkington-Park-Shawnigan-Lake.d896515695941206016.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Shawnigan Lake ![Cowichan Bay featuring a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180426/2eb207bc-7733-4a5e-8d8d-ca34cf7ce0c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cowichan Bay ![Panoramic view of the Saanich inlet and gulf islands in Vancouver Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181774/bd0181b7-0577-43f8-ad86-3c4eabd47e24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Malahat ![Panoramic view of Mill Bay Marina taken in Vancouver Island, Bc, Canada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023537/c1806320-a5d3-4fa2-bb5e-083a234890ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mill Bay ![E1TH59 Fall colours reflect off the trees on Dougan Lake near Cobble Hill, BC.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025694/4501994d-2402-4c71-a5f5-d88a15980a86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cobble Hill ![Public piano in downtown Duncan, BC (September 2019) #LocalSecrets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058388/ce2909e8-3b60-4f76-a046-e4f386fb0242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Duncan ![Absolutely beautiful old growth forest on Vancouver Island Video Link Below 👇👇👇👇👇👇 https://youtu.be/cYMySrZgE0w #hiking #Canada #VancouverIsland #BritishColumbia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288188/fb4ee411-1804-4488-b760-5eb71d138925.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake Cowichan ![Humpback whales](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4138/bfa77e45-a775-47a2-af2f-20e35ed59a2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Juan de Fuca Electoral Area ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shawnigan Lake worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Shawnigan Lake? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Shawnigan Lake? ### Is three days enough to stay in Shawnigan Lake? ### What are some activities to do in Shawnigan Lake with kids? > - 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