Getting Here & Getting Around
5 km from downtown Nanaimo, most people access Gabriola via BC Ferries.
Once you’re here, there are 158 kilometres of roads to walk, cycle and drive.
Getting Here
Ferry
BC Ferries runs the ferry between Nanaimo and Gabriola. Foot passengers, bikes and vehicles are all welcome. Find the best times to travel.
Float Plane
Float planes run daily from the south terminal of Vancouver International Airport.
Private Boat
Arriving by boat? We have two marinas and a public wharf to welcome you.
Getting Around
Share the road
There are no sidewalks or bicycle lanes on the island. Ride or walk single file. Be aware of narrow road sections, poor road conditions, uneven edges and wildlife. There’s lots of deer on this island!
E-bikes are welcome and a common sight on the island!
Electric Cars
An electric car charging station is located in the Madrona Marketplace parking lot on North Road.
Boating
Cruise or sail to the southeast end of Gabriola where there are two marinas with docks, fuel and moorage in Silva Bay, and a public wharf with moorage in Degnen Bay.
Radio either marina on VHF 66A and they will assist you into a slip.
Use charts 3475 or 3443. Latitude 49.149965 and Longitude -123.695662.
Public Transportation
Page’s Inn on Silva Bay
Categories
Motel or Lodge Accommodations
About
Page's Inn on Silva Bay offers spacious oceanfront accommodations with unparalleled
views of Silva Bay, the Flat Top Islands and the Coast Mountains. The property also features:
The Meeting Room:
The Silva Bay Meeting Room, located on the top floor of Page’s Inn, can accommodate up to 24
boardroom style and up to 50 people reception or classroom style. Bring your own food and
beverage arrangements or take advantage of quality catering services provided by our catering
partners. Spectacular, peaceful and remote - the Silva Bay Meeting Room is the perfect space
for a retreat to remember.
The Fire Truck Grill Food Truck:
Located on the large lower lawn of Page’s Inn, the Fire Truck offers a unique West Coast-
inspired menu. Locally sourced flame grilled meats and seafood are the essence of the menu
including daily specials and even homemade donuts for dessert. Open from the May long
weekend through to Labour Day every year.
The Sunday Market:
Also hosted on the front lawn of Page’s Inn, the Sunday Market features food, music and art. It
brings together local artisans to showcase their creations and grown goods, different local
musicians, and the flame-grilled fare from the Fire Truck Food Truck, as well as options from
other food vendors. It also kicks off on the May long weekend and runs every Sunday through to
the Labour Day long weekend.
The Pier Gallery:
Perched on the breathtaking shoreline of Silva Bay, the Pier Gallery is a unique space where
over 25 exceptionally talented (and quirky) artist and artisans come together to showcase
original work. Celebrate beautiful creative hand made art and craft that reflects island life and
values. The space is a true cooperative in that artists both manage and staff the gallery so you
can meet the artists and learn about their work firsthand. Open year-round. Please refer to their
website for hours of operation.
Located just minutes away from the Inn, Page's Resort & Marina (3350 Coast Rd) offers
additional accommodation with five cottages and a 16-site boutique campground on site. The
full-service marina, kayak rentals, and Page’s Li’l Market, which includes the main office and a
grocery, liquor and book store, are also at this location.
