The Sea-to-Sky & Sunshine Coast
Vancouver's Adventure Backyard
A jaw-dropping coastal highway and ferry-linked seaside escape.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why The Sea-to-Sky & Sunshine Coast.
Drive the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway.
Shannon Falls and the Sea to Sky Gondola.
Ferry-hop the laid-back Sunshine Coast.
Kayaking, hiking, and seaside towns.
Big coastal scenery near Vancouver.
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Just north of Vancouver, the Sea-to-Sky Highway threads between ocean and peaks toward Whistler — past Shannon Falls and a soaring gondola — while a short ferry reaches the laid-back, artsy Sunshine Coast. Coastal adventure on the city's doorstep.
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Safety Overview
The Sea-to-Sky & Sunshine Coast
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
If It’s Safe Travel… Travel Well.
Before You Travel
Five minutes of preparation means your whole group has emergency numbers, hospitals and your GPS location available offline — no WiFi needed when it matters most.
Traveling to The Sea-to-Sky & Sunshine Coast with a pet?
🇨🇦 Canada has specific entry rules — microchip, rabies, permits and more. See exactly what your pet needs before you book.
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