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With Salt Spring Island Tourist Information you have all the information you need to plan a marvelous vacation to Salt Spring Island. Everything from the Accommodations and Restaurants to Activities to do while you are here!

Salt Spring Island in British Columbia is the largest of the Southern Gulf Islands. It is nestled up against the east side of Vancouver Island. Salt Spring Island is about half way between Nanaimo and Victoria, the capital city of BC. The city of Vancouver on the mainland of BC is to the north. Check out Maps to see where exactly Salt Spring is located. 

The population on Salt Spring Island is around ten thousand residents, along with thousands sheep and several hundred deer. Occasionally there are bear or cougar sightings as well. It is believed that they swim across Sansum Narrows from Vancouver Island. 

There is a little something for everyone on Salt Spring Island. Wine connoisseurs can check out the many Salt Spring Vineyards, adventurers can go hiking in one of the many provincial Parks on Salt Spring Island or can enjoy the  water from the seat of a kayak.

What makes Salt Spring so special?

Salt Spring Island has long been known as an ideal destination for vacationers. Its pristine beauty and mild climate draw thousands of visitors every year to this oasis of green surrounded by the Strait of Georgia.

Many city-weary folk have sought out its secluded forests and mountaintops to build their private retreats. Art lovers have revelled in the rich displays at the Saturday market and at the many Artists' Studios dotted all around the island.

What draws people to Salt Spring? You will hear many answers to that question:

• the mildest climate in Canada

• the picturesque landscape and spectacular views

• the relaxing and nourishing pace of the community

However, there is a deeper quality here - a quality of consciousness, a quality that nourishes the soul and allows for full development of inner spiritual growth.