Port Alberni, Vancouver Island BC: When visiting the Alberni Valley - the mountains the ocean and the forest is everywhere. The wildlife roam the mountains and the skies. The sea rests at the communities front doorstep and marinas line up with the Alberni Inlet as the waterway is the gateway to the open Pacific Ocean.

Sitting in the centre of the forested valley is the town - the heartbeat of the Port Alberni region. The residential streets are lined with older character homes and new residential neighbourhoods are popping up. There are plenty of retail shops, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping malls, gas stations, banks, grocery stores, accommodations and so much more. Your bases are covered for amenities.

The community is set back against some beautiful mountains. From every direction you see mountains - a rugged and remote back drop consisting of beautiful views of the giants Arrowsmith (1819 m), Cokely (1580 m), Patlicant (1240 m) and Irwin (1316 m) Mountains.

The Alberni Valley region is often considered as the central-middle hub community located on Vancouver Island, BC. The community is a popular gateway to launch a boat, kayak, floatplane or canoe to embark on a marine eco adventure exploring the ocean bays and inlets not far from the city.

The community of the Alberni Valley is surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural park attractions found on the west coast like the Pacific Rim National Park, the Broken Islands, Cathedral Grove and Sproat Lake .

Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada has a deep history in the forestry and fishing industries. Today, they still play an important part in the local economy. The Alberni Valley landscape has seen a big growth in eco tourism including such adventures as Kayaking Tours, Backpacking, Fishing Charters, First Nations Tours, Art Galleries, Wildlife Watching and so much more.

The community is decorated by the proud locals with historic murals, wood carving sculptures and a lavish aquatic fountain with a big clock in the Harbour Quay which is a popular retail destination downtown.

Port Alberni is a worthwhile stay with many alternative activities available to experience like exploring the historic Alberni Valley Museum or wondering the trails and museum of the Mclean Mill or take a ride on the world famous MV Lady Rose as she explores the coastline up and down stopping in Ucluelet and Bamfield .