Take out and specialty food options on Salt Spring Island are abundant: grab a picnic and head to the beach, or set yourself up for a fine dining experience at home.
TAKE OUT and SPECIALTY FOOD
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BAKERIES & COFFEE
Located in Fulford Harbour across from the Fulford Ferry Terminal. Fulford Days happen in August each year and are held at this location. This is an annual family event where islanders enjoy such activities as musical performances and sand castle building.
FINE DINING
Fine dining on the island is as diverse as the people who live here. From farm to table to European gourmet, you’ll enjoy a range of high quality, considered meals as you explore the dining options that flourish here.
CASUAL DINING
Whether you are looking for Sunday brunch or a pub style dinner you’ll find what fits in one of Salt Spring’s many restaurants and cafes.
GETTING HERE
Come to Salt Spring by ferry, float plane, private boat or water taxi. Find out your best travel options from mainland Vancouver, Vancouver Island and Washington State.
PARKS + HIKING
When visiting Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, there is no better way to explore natures beauty than a good hike through the many walking trails. From shore walks to mountain hikes, Salt Spring has it all.
LAKES
On the south end of the island are Stowel and Weston Lakes. Both lakes have access off of Beaver Point Road. Stowel Lake is great for kids old and young alike with a sandy beach and a mid-lake dock for the older kids to hang out with another one just off the shore.
FACTS & FIGURES
Information from Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce
ANNUAL EVENTS
Events from January to December!
SAILING & BOATING
Sailing on Salt Spring is second-to-none. With ample anchorages, fully equipped marinas, and wonderful destinations, Salt Spring is a perfect base for your Salish Sea sailing adventures.
KAYAKING
Kayaking the Salish Sea involves discovering remote islets, visiting white shell beaches, and touring marine parks. The greatest way to experience the sunrise and sunset on Earth!
TENNIS & GOLF
Portlock Park has four courts located at the corner of Vesuvius Bay Road and Lower Ganges Road. Fulford has one court located behind the Fire Hall on Fulford Ganges Road.
SERVICE CLUBS
Salt Spring service clubs exist to to develop, promote and improve the economic, environmental, cultural and social well being of the citizens of Salt Spring Island.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Consists of three stations, eight trucks, one emergency response vehicle, four on- staff fire fighters and over 30 volunteers.
GETTING AROUND
Rent a bike, car, kayak… and self propel, or take public transit to explore the island from tip to tail.
FITNESS & YOGA CENTRES
NORTH END FITNESS Selectorized weight circuit, aerobics classes, qualified trainers on duty seven days a week. Located at 102 McPhillips Avenue above the Moka Coffee Shop. Drop-ins...
SCHOOLS
Offers grades 7-12 with approximately 35 students. Self-directed and self-paced pursuit of graduation “Dogwood”. Opportunities to explore areas of special interest. Flexible scheduling with instruction in core Math and English. Future Studies Program provides students with a fascinating amalgam of the sciences and humanities. Small groups and individualized instruction
SALT SPRING ISLAND CHURCHES
Anglican, Baha’i, Buddhist, Mormon, Community Gospel Eckankar, Jehovah’s Witness, Quaker, Roman Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Unitarian Fellowship, United Church
ARTS & CULTURE
Salt Spring Island’s premier venue for concerts, theatre, exhibitions and much more! ArtSpring is an 11,800 square foot, two level heavy timber structure boasting a 5,200 square foot exhibition/multi-purpose area and 6,600 square foot, 259 seat theatre. Visit ArtSpring and experience the best of what Salt Spring has to offer plus the finest in visiting artists. Phone the box office at 250-537-2102.
ACCOMMODATION
With one of the best climates in Canada, it offers temperate and moderately dry weather. An eight month long growing season makes Salt Spring a gardener’s delight — daffodils bloom in February while much of Canada is still covered in snow.
A Special Place
With one of the best climates in Canada, it offers temperate and moderately dry weather. An eight month long growing season makes Salt Spring a gardener’s delight — daffodils bloom in February while much of Canada is still covered in snow.