Powell Forest Canoe Route Trip report

Just outside Powell River on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia is the Powell Forest Canoe Route. The route is 57km long and includes eight lakes and five portages which most people take 4 - 6 days to complete. The portages range in length from 0.7 km – 2.4 km, and paddling lengths range from 1 km – 28.5 km.



Although a good portion of the route is located reasonably close to civilization this is still a backcountry paddling adventure brimming with beautiful vistas and wildlife. It is not uncommon to hear the call of loons and you may see eagles, frogs and even a beaver at play.


If you are interested in an adventure of a different kind then you may want to consider the Sunshine Coast Trail while you are in Powell River as it is the longest hut-to-hut trail in Canada at 180km. It provides amazing opportunities for forest bathing, wildlife sightings and just time in nature. You can complete it in 8-10 days and you'll be rewarded with incredible bird's eye views of the Powell Forest Canoe Route from various peaks along the trail. 



Read the full review and our trip report of the Powell Forest Canoe Route here.