Cowichan Valley, "the warm land." If you are seeking to experience British Columbia's natural heritage, the Cowichan Valley offers a land of unexpected treasures. History, arts, culture and conservation are important in the Cowichan area.

If you like shops, galleries, and artisans’ studios, you’ll be happy to find one or more in every community, since Vancouver Island boasts the highest concentration of artisans in all of Canada.

The Cowichan area is located in Canada's only Maritime - Mediterranean climatic zone, resulting in the warmest mean year round temperature anywhere in Canada. Originally named The Warm Land by the first nations peoples, the Cowichan Region offers one of Canada's finest climates.

The Cowichan Valley has long been known as a recreational playground. Fresh and saltwater fishing, from trout to crabs, are the best that British Columbia can offer. Seafood is a main ingredient of the excellent regional cuisine found in the region's many restaurants. The Cowichan River is a world class fly-fishing haven. Boating pleasures are found on the larger of the Cowichan lakes while the sheltered bays along the coastline give sanctuary to both sail and pleasure craft. Hiking is available in all of the region's spectacular parks.

Cowichan’s greatest treasure, however, is its people. As warm and welcoming as the land itself, residents here are willing and ready to share their secret destinations with visitors.

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