8 Magical & Mysterious Places You Didn’t Know You Could Find In BC
Get ready to do a double-take. Just a short drive from Vancouver, there are tons of unusual attractions that seem straight from a fairytale. So it is time to plan a road trip, as we've gathered up the best of B.C's quirky landmarks that you didn't know you could find.
Was Tinkerbell always one of your favourite Disney character? If so, you need to hike to the rainbow coloured fairy village within Redwood Park.
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It is a whimsical free attraction, perfect for an afternoon adventure, with hundreds of tiny homes nestled in the forest.
Or instead of tiny mythical creatures, you could seek a colossal one — if you dare. Thankfully the giant within Beacon Hill Park is friendly.
You can walk right up to the statue to get an up-close look as peaceful slumbers within the garden. It makes for a fun spot to take a quick selfie.
Meanwhile, did you know The Enchanted Forest has more than a supersized treehouse? Here you can enter classic storybook tales and see Goldilocks And The Three Bears and Snow White's cabins.
Walking around, you'll feel like a kid as you marvel at the surreal sights like a dragon, castle, and even a cow jumping over the moon.
An Enchanting Fairy Lake
Price: Free
Address: Pacific Marine Rd., Port Renfrew, BC
Why You Need To Go: You can find a surreal sight at this lake; there is a tiny Douglas fir tree growing right in the middle of the water.
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A Sleeping Giant
Price: Free
Address: Beacon Hill Park, 250 Douglas St., Victoria, BC
Why You Need To Go: You can find a massive sleeping woman statue snuggled in a blanket of soft green moss.
B.C.'s Tallest Treehouse
Price: $12.00
Address: 7060 Trans-Canada Hwy., Revelstoke, BC
Why You Need To Go: Not only does it has the tallest treehouse in the province, but you'll also be able to visit Snow White's cabin.
Canada's Narrowest Street
Price: Free
Address: Fan Tan Alley, Victoria, BC
Why You Need To Go: Walking along this narrow street, you'll feel like you are in the magical Diagon Alley from Harry Potter. Overhead there are twinkling lanterns, and there are unique shops to explore everywhere you look.
The Playground Of The Gods
Price: Free
Address: 800 Burnaby Mountain Pkwy., Burnaby, BC
Why You Need To Go: Here you'll find tall intricate carved wooden poles that reach for the sky. Only a few steps away, you can also enjoy a secret lookout over downtown Vancouver.
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A Colourful Fairy Village
Price: Free
Address: 17900 20 Ave., Surrey
Why You Need To Go: You can find a fairy village within Redwood Park with hundreds of brightly coloured houses hanging from the trees.
Mad Hatter's Teapot Forest
Price: Free
Address: Tea Pot Hill, Columbia Valley Rd., Cultus Lake, BC
Why You Need To Go: Tea Pot Hill is like a scene from Alice In Wonderland. Here you'll find eye-catching teacups and pots that The Mad Hatter would approve of.
A Spirit Trail
Price: Free
Address: Spirit Trail, Harrison Hot Springs, BC
Why You Need To Go: You won't believe your eyes, as some of the trees in this forest have a face.
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Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.