Unofficially called Petroglyph Island, Gabriola is the second largest of the southern Gulf Islands. It acquired its nickname because of its many ancient Indian stone carvings, the best-known of which is that of a killer whale (near the shore at Degnen Bay). Other sites of the petroglyphs include Jack Point, Lock Bay, and Weldwood, where more than 50 have been discovered under thick moss. The community of Gabriola offers most services. On the north end of the island is Gabriola Sands Provincial Park, known for its expansive beaches. Smooth eroded sandstone ledges can be seen at the Malaspina Galleries nearby. On the south end of the island is Drumbeg Provincial Park, with a sandy beach. No camping is offered at either park.

The history of the island is interpreted at the Gabriola Museum.

Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns Gaviota House | Island Bed and Breakfast | Melville Grant Inn | Sunset Bed and Breakfast | Yoga Garden Healing Retreat |
British Columbia Provincial Parks Drumbeg Provincial Park | Sandwell Provincial Park |
Golf Gabriola Island Golf and Country Club |
Motels Hotels & Resorts Page's Resort and Marina | Surf Lodge | The Surf Lodge |
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Gabriola Village Realty Ltd. |
Sports and Sporting Events Silver Blue Charters Ltd. |
Vacation Rentals Gabriola Island Retreat | Location: Gabriola Island British Columbia V0R 1X0

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