Discover the abundance of our natural world by canoeing or kayaking, enjoy a spirited paddle around the scenic lakes and inlets. Long known for its fabulous sea kayaking, The Sunshine Coast has established itself as the kayak eco-paradise of the west coast. Several sea kayak tour operators offer kayak trips in the calm and protected waters of the Sunshine Coast with experienced sea kayaking instructors and guides.

The Pender Harbour Golf Club is only 5 minutes away from Sakinaw Lake Lodge. The Sunshine Coast area has many locations for sporting activities. Golfing is enjoyed at the Pender Harbour Golf Course where you can play a round of nine holes or hit a bucket at the driving range. There is a full service clubhouse with a lounge offering food and beverages.

Malaspina Ranch in Pender Harbour located 5 minutes from Sakinaw Lake Lodge offers Horseback Riding trips throughout the year. Sturdy trail horses take riders of all levels to mountainous elevations of up to 1,800 feet. From these heights, equestrians get spectacular views of the ocean, the Caren Mountain Range, Mount Daniel and Pender Harbour. Excursions last up to about 2 hours at a walk trot or canter. At Sakinaw Lake Lodge we’re more than happy to book your ride for you!

The Sunshine Coast has excellent mountain biking and has become the new Mecca of mountain biking in BC; the 5th annual ride will feature an improved route with a significant amount (and quality) of single-track options to challenge all abilities. Bicycles can be rented at the Malaspina Ranch. Ask for trail maps in the area.

The Pender Harbour hiking trails are located only 6 minutes from the Sakinaw Lake Lodge, and boast the most gentle landscape, spectacular scenery, and wide variety of trails, making Pender Harbour perfect for enjoying nature's beauty on foot, mountain bike, or ATV. Explore alpine slopes, discover unique plant and animal species in rainforest areas, collect shells and driftwood on shoreline hikes, study Indian artifacts and ceremonial sites, and reach unobtrusive observation spots for spawning salmon, eagles, elk, bears, and other wildlife.

Sakinaw Lake Lodge is just minutes away from a great selection of restaurants, Fine Dining, cozy cafes and pubs including, fresh seafood, West Coast Cuisine, Italian, Greek, Vegetarian, and more! We keep a selection of restaurant menus in your rooms and will be happy to assist our guest’s find and reserve just the right restaurants for you!

Slocat offers scenic afternoon boat tours and nightly dinner cruises around the Pender Harbour area. Your one and a half hour tour takes you past some of the most beautiful scenery on the Sunshine Coast. You'll see bald eagles, seals and the occasional jumping salmon as we cruise the Venice of the North. Daily Tours weather permitting, start from the Madeira Park Community float in Millennium Park. We can help you book your tickets now- $15.00 per person.  

Scuba Diving magazine rates Sunshine Coast waters as some of the world’s best for cold-water diving. Some of the best diving on the Pacific Coast is found along this coastline. From shipwrecks to high current drift diving, dive sites are plentiful for divers of every skill level. Giant Pacific octopuses find their homes here, and many fantastic dive sites are from easy shore access.

Bring your own fishing gear; the fresh waters of Sakinaw Lake are ideal for catching Trout, Cutthroat and Salmon. The Lake is renowned for several salmon runs into the lake during the course of the year. There are many other lakes on the Sunshine Coast for the avid fisherman. Also, fishing charters are available for salt-water fishing. Many Sunshine Coast Sports Fishing operators offer a wide variety of services and products, from knowledgeable and experienced fishing guides to equipment and supplies to make your fishing trip to The Sunshine Coast more enjoyable.

Skookumchuck Narrows tidal water is forced through the narrows and forms the Sechelt Rapids. The difference in water levels between one side of the rapids and the other sometimes exceeds 2 meters in height. Current speeds can exceed 30km/hr! The rapids are famous for their spectacular whirlpools and white-water. This geographic phenomenon is one of the major attractions on the Sunshine Coast. To reach the rapids, you will need to walk an easy 4km trail past Brown Lake and through a lush coastal forest. The first kilometre is along a side road, the last 3 kilometres is along a well-developed trail. There is minimal elevation change and hiking time will be about one hour for most groups. There are three viewing points to enjoy the fascinating rapids, perfect spots for a picnic. Remember to start your hike before the viewing time shown. Please ask for the viewing timetables.