Christmas at Ocean Trails

Fall is now in full swing, which means Christmas is just around the corner! Christmas and holiday season is a popular time for friends & families to escape to Ocean Trails Resort to spend quality time together, enjoy nature, and see what Parksville has to offer. Our beautiful Parksville resort offers all the comforts of home, with the luxury of being situated on Rathtrevor Beach. The winter is actually a great time to hit the beach. With fewer crowds, your family has much more space for activities and adventure. Running along the beach, throwing a football, or looking for interesting […]

Pumpkins on the Drive

  Get ready for the spooky and fun Halloween festivities this year, and take part in “Pumpkins on the Drive” presented by Parksville’s Resort Drive Community! Between October 28th-31st, over 400 carved pumpkins will be on display, and illuminated daily between 6-8 pm. Stroll along Resort Drive, and enjoy the silly pumpkins, vote for your favourite pumpkin patch, and receive a treat. This event is a Parksville community favourite, and hundreds of people come out each year to view the pumpkins and take part in the fun activities. This event is suited for the entire family, and all ages are […]

Off the Beaten Path: Horne Lake

While much better known that Spider Lake and Illusion Lake – and sharing the same highway turnoff – we still consider Horne Lake to be Off the Beaten Path. Yes, Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park receives thousands of visitors each year, and yes, the dirt road out there is extremely worn – but we’re not talking about the caves. We’re talking about Horne Lake, that beautiful body of water in the middle of Vancouver Island, surrounded on all sides by primordial mountains carved out during the last ice age. And if you happen to be interested in caving or spelunking, […]

Rathtrevor Listed as one of BC’s 10 Most Beautiful Beaches!

Rathtrevor Beach was recently mentioned in an article by Narcity Media, listing it as one of BC’s 10 Most Beautiful Beaches. With so many qualities about this beach that make it so wonderful, there’s no surprise as to why.   We’ve compiled a list of the top three reasons why we love Rathtrevor Beach. The tide recedes almost a full kilometre leaving an endless beach play area. There is so much room to fly a kite, play Frisbee, splash around in the warm tide pools, and collect shells. Make sure to book your stay at Ocean Trails during low tide […]

Wine and Beer Tasting in Parksville

What better way to spend a day in Parksville than tasting local wine and beer! MooBerry Winery offers tastings daily from 9 am – 5 pm. This is a great activity for couples, friends, and families to enjoy while staying at Ocean Trails Resort. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just along for the ride, MooBerry offers a wide range of flavors to satisfy your taste buds. Crafted with apples, pears, cranberries, gooseberries and more, MooBerry’s award-winning wines are from 100% BC fruit. If wine isn’t up your alley, Mount Arrowsmith Brewing Company provides Mid-Vancouver Island with premium local beer. […]

TERRY FOX RUN

Join us for the annual Terry Fox Run at Rathtrevor Beach on September 17th at 9 am. Every year, millions of people in close to 25 countries participate in Terry Fox Runs and Terry Fox Fundraising events. We are very lucky that this year there will be a Terry Fox Run right outside of Ocean Trails Resort, at Rathtrevor Beach. To date, over $700 million has been raised for cancer research in Terry’s name. Please join us in the fight for cancer. This route is suitable for bikes, wheelchairs, strollers, rollerblades, and dogs on leash are welcome. No entry fee […]

Fall Special

Escape to Parksville for both colourful serenity and savings. With our warm and glorious days and crisp autumn nights, there is no better place to celebrate this time of year than at Ocean Trails Resort! For a limited time, stay 2 nights and get the 3rd night free! PLUS – Double your stay doubles your free nights. Perched atop a scenic bluff next to one of Canada’s top beaches and surrounded by acres of beautiful woodlands, we provide one of Parkville’s most unique properties. Featuring an outdoor hot tub open all year round, fully-equipped kitchens, and spacious suites, Ocean Trails […]

Canadian Thanksgiving

Canadian Thanksgiving is coming up on October 8, 2017. Not only is this a time to express gratitude, but many friends and family members escape to Ocean Trails Resort to spend quality time together. Here at Ocean Trails Resort, we want everyone to have a positive, memorable experience. Choosing a condo for Canadian Thanksgiving is an excellent idea. With our fully-equipped kitchens, you can still enjoy a turkey dinner just like you would at home. Our spacious suites allow comfort and freedom for the whole family, while enjoying the perks that Parksville has to offer.  All our rentals are just […]

P-ART-Y ON THE DRIVE 2017

Will you be joining us this Sunday for one of Vancouver Island’s largest street parties? P-ART-Y on the Drive (September 10, 12:00pm-4:00pm) is one of our favourite events each year, as thousands flock to Resort Drive outside our doors for an annual celebration of art, music, and food. Last year saw over 7,500 people join us, and this year we expect even more. So, what’s new? We’re glad you asked! This year a farmer’s market is being added to the mix, meaning not only can you have a delicious lunch or snack at one of the many food trucks on […]

COOMBS FAIR #104

It’s hard to believe that the Coombs Fair has been around for more than a century. This year marks the 104th(!) year of the fair, which celebrated its centennial in 2013. Canada had only been a country for 50 years when this fair started! Wow! The Coombs Fair has always been a celebration of local agriculture and community, a tradition that has endured through two World Wars and 15 Prime Ministers of Canada. You might not know it, but fair season actually begins with the Coombs Fair, also one of the largest 4-H shows on Vancouver Island. This even gives […]