Comox town centre connects downtown shops and services with the municipal marina and Marina Park. It’s about a 12-minute walk from an inn in Comox, or about a 2-minute drive.
- Marina: The Town of Comox Municipal Marina is at 1809 Beaufort Avenue.
- Transit: BC Transit identifies Route 3 as Comox Local and Route 4 as Driftwood Mall / Comox Mall via Comox Road.
- Waterfront: Marina Park has washrooms, change rooms, picnic space and play areas.
Finding your way around central Comox
Central Comox connects downtown shopping and services with the municipal marina and Marina Park. The Town of Comox describes the park as being in the heart of Comox, with downtown shops, services, pubs, restaurants, parks and a golf course a two-minute walk from the marina.
Four marinas in Comox accommodate more than 500 pleasure boats, as well as a commercial fishing fleet and two boat launches. Start around Marina Park, then follow the local streets toward downtown businesses or the waterfront.
Walking between the centre and the hotel
The walk to Comox city centre takes about 12 minutes; driving takes about 2 minutes.
For public transit around town, BC Transit lists Route 3 as Comox Local and Route 4 as Driftwood Mall / Comox Mall via Comox Road. Route 1 includes stops at Downtown: Cliffe at 4th Street, Anderton and Guthrie, and Comox Mall. Check BC Transit for current service details before setting out.
Local services and visitor stops
Downtown Comox combines shopping and everyday services with pubs, restaurants and parks. The municipal marina’s main dock is open to the public; follow posted signs and safety guidance while on the docks.
The Comox Valley Harbour Authority’s Fisherman’s Wharf is at 121 Port Augusta Street. It is open year-round, has guest moorage and is home to the commercial fishing fleet, with fish sales on the dock.
Combining town time with the waterfront
Marina Park pairs a waterfront visit with practical facilities, including parking, washrooms, change rooms, a covered picnic area, children’s play areas and a boat launch. The Town also describes a seasonal Comox Rotary Splash Park at the site.
For a different shoreline setting, Goose Spit Park has two wheelchair-accessible portals to the top of the dunes overlooking the water. Mats near HMCS Quadra make the last park portal accessible from May through September. From March 1 through May 20, keep pets leashed to give migrating Brant geese room to rest and feed.
At Goose Spit, beach fires are allowed from May 1 through Labour Day unless a fire ban is in place, and are prohibited from September through April.
Use one of the 10 designated outer-beach fire rings and extinguish the fire with water by the 11 p.m. park closing. Marina gate hours also vary by season and may be adjusted, so check the official site before you go.
FAQs
Can you visit the municipal marina dock?
The marina’s main dock is open to the public. Follow posted signs and safety guidance while on the docks.
What facilities are at Marina Park?
Marina Park has parking, washrooms, change rooms, a covered picnic area, children’s play areas and a boat launch.
Is Goose Spit Park accessible?
Two wheelchair-accessible portals lead to the top of the dunes. Mats near HMCS Quadra make the last park portal accessible from May through September.