Hidden in plain sight between the metropolis of Vancouver and Victoria lies this secret jewel of a destination.
GETTING THERE
SEA PLANE
The fastest way to Mayne Island from Vancouver is by float plane. Richmond (YVR) to Miners Bay on Mayne Island is available daily through Seair Seaplanes.
PRIVATE BOAT
You can also bring your own boat or charter and tie up at the Miners Bay public pier. Moorage Information
WATER TAXI
If you are coming from one of the other Gulf Islands there is a marine taxi service available from May through October. Aqualink
The Groove is a 6 minute walk from the dock in Miner's Bay
The rest of us will be arriving by ferry.
FERRY
BC Ferries brings you and your land transportation of choice to Village Bay on Mayne Island. The ferries operate at or near capacity during summer so arrive quite early for your planned sailing. (at least 40 minutes sometimes). The off-season sailings are much more laid back.
Schedules change seasonally so please check before you head out.
The Groove is 2 Kilometers from the Village Bay Ferry Terminal.
It is a 25 minute walk, a 10 minute bike ride, or 3 minute drive.
There will be hills.
RIDES
If you need a lift and are travelling without a vehicle, it is very easy to get a ride from a generous someone on the ferry by looking for an "I GIVE RIDES" sign in the dash of their car, or by waiting at the "Carstop" just outside the ferry terminal on Village Bay Road.
The community bus can also meet your group at the ferry and can drop you directly at The Groove.
Payment for the bus is by donation. To contact the bus phone/text: 250-539-0851 maynebus@protonmail.com
The Groove Studio is steps away from the iconic pier, and Active Pass, one of the most photogenic spots you will find anywhere, rain or shine.
The hikes and walking trails around the island are many and varied, and all culminate in a rewarding view whether high above or at the sea.
You're very likely to see aquatic life of otters and seals, massive sea lions seasonally during their migration, and with some luck the orca, dolphins, or the recently returned humpback whales.
humpback close encounter photo sherrie mcdonald
Obligatory lighthouse photo
There are no dangerous predators on Mayne Island, which contributes to the vast over-population of deer, who, while minding their own business will step into the path of your car (or bike!) without 'indicating'.
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Travel with care and please keep your arms and legs, and any plants that you cherish, inside the vehicle.
On Mayne Island we enjoy fascinating bird life in all sizes.
Hummingbirds, swallows, ravens, eagles and vultures, pterodactyls, juncos and finches, owls, osprey and more.
ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS NEARBY
We have stacks of discs on hand if you'd like to head to our local 18 hole disc golf course. It's short, but high on treed and technical shots. Makes for a great hour and a half!
....and frogs
