Galiano Island
Welcome to Galiano Island, the closest, second largest Gulf Island and the driest in the chain. This long, narrow island was named after the Spanish explorer Dionisio Galiano, who sailed these waters in 1792.
Outdoor Recreation
Explore our island paradise with 100 kilometers of managed hiking trails and 69 shore access points and viewpoints, including government docks. Discover the beautiful provincial parks, including Bellhouse Park on Active Pass, Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park, and Dionisio Point Park, which all offer stunning views of Porlier Pass. Don’t forget to visit our community parks, including Bluff Mt, Galiano Mt, and beaches with shore access.
Island Life
Enjoy island life with a fitness center, library, and health center with a resident dentist. Join us Mondays for Soup Day at the local hall, Saturday markets, theatre, pottery, kayaking, and moped rentals. Look forward to monthly events, including the Galiano Beer and Wine Festival in August, Halloween Bonfire in October, and Pantomine in November. Celebrate the winter solstice with a festive dinner in December and get fit with indoor exercise classes, yoga, and activities in January. In February, join us for movie nights and games at the Happy House at the Galiano Inn. In March, we welcome tourists and seasonal restaurants, and in April, explore our island with hiking. May and June offer opportunities for outdoor adventures and campsites.
Dining and Shopping
Indulge in our island’s dining with seven restaurants, three resorts (Bodega, Woodstone, and Galiano Inn), and local favorites like Oxeye, Babes in the Woods, Studies Bay Bakery, Thai One, Flying Back dog, Crane and Roby at the Marina, and the Hummingbird Pub. Shop at our commercial establishments, including a post office, garage, bookstore, hardware store, corner store, Day Star, Soap Works, art studios, and gift stores. See food map tab for details.
History
Galiano Island has a rich history, with long habitation by aboriginal people from the Penelakut First Nation and other Coast Salish nations. Midden pits at Montague Harbour suggest 3,000 years of habitation. Today, there is one Indian Reserve at the north end located at the northern tip under Penelakut administration.
Golf
Visitors are welcome at the well-maintained golf course at the Galiano Golf & Country Club, and the clubhouse features a licensed restaurant.
Come experience Galiano Island, a beautiful and unique island getaway!