Black Creek & Beyond

Black Creek, BC-Vancouver Island

Black Creek, situated on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island and is just north of Courtenay. This quaint village is mainly agricultural and serves as a residential area for those commuting to Courtenay and Campbell River, which are to the north. There are approximately 9400 people in the area.

The charming rural community of Black Creek welcomes travelers passing through the scenic farmlands along the Island Highway. This idyllic segment of a journey to the North Central Vancouver Island enchants visitors with its fresh scents, lush greenery and quaint farm scenes.  The area is also known for its several wineries that benefit from the moderate oceanic climate with sufficient rainfall even in the driest months. 

The region provides a perfect retreat after a day of adventure, offering a blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation and a peaceful rural atmosphere.

History:

In the early 20th century, Black Creek was home to numerous logging camps. The area later transformed into a hub for dairy and fruit farming, cultivated from rocky soil that once held some of the world's largest Douglas firs. Today, charming gardens and farms dot the landscape along the Old Island Highway.  Farms produce much of the areas finest crops and livestock. This is a place where families often enjoy visiting and touring. 

Beaches:

The community is known for its stunning beaches and outdoor recreational opportunities. At nearby Saratoga Beach, the tide recedes over a quarter of a mile, creating a hard-packed oceanfront playground ideal for children. The beach's gentle slope extends more than a mile into the tranquil waters of the Salish Sea (Strait of Georgia) offering warm, shallow and safe swimming conditions. Beachcombing is a popular activity here, revealing a variety of marine life such as sand dollars, crabs and starfish during low tide.

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Miracle Beach Provincial Park is also nearby, featuring a picnic area with water views and a network of beautiful trails through lush forests. The trail follows the creek until it flows into the sea offering beautiful views, flowers, wildlife & birds. Beachcombing is a must, often revealing sand dollars, crabs & starfish at low tide. There are also campsites in a second-growth forest with a Nature Center. 

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Fishing:

The Oyster River & Black Creek watersheds are teeming with fish and wildlife, harmoniously coexisting with the small local population. The Oyster River watershed extends into Strathcona Provincial Park on the eastern slopes of the Vancouver Island Mountains, while the Black Creek watershed winds through the lower elevations just south of the Oyster River.

Black Creek meanders through farmlands and forests on its way to the Pacific Ocean on Vancouver Island's east coast. Known for its coho salmon run in the fall, fly-fishing at the creek's mouth in September and October is particularly rewarding. The creek, once stocked with cutthroat trout in the Eighties, now boasts an abundance of these fish, along with sizable rainbow trout. A winter steelhead run also occurs here, although fishing is closed from December to May. A wooden bridge marks the entrance to the park, with a picturesque trail that follows the creek upstream, offering sightings of deer and numerous birds.

Equestrian:

There are numerous facilities in the region for a variety of equine activities and services including Veterainarians, Farriers, Boarding & Riding Stables, Coaches, Trainers and Feed Stores.   Horseback riding is a popular activity in this area . Some of the farms & ranches include but are not limited to the following: Bear Creek Ranch, Autumn Hills Farm and North Star Stables.

Activities :

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Latest Listing In Black Creek

3777 Pinecrest Road-MLS#973903
Nestled amidst serene rural landscapes with mature evergreens and maples on a quiet rural road in Black Creek, you'll find this extensively renovated Rancher with numerous outbuildings. Set on a picturesque property of over five private acres with cross-fencing, it boasts versatility with an auxiliary cottage, a heated barn with loft, multiple stables plus a tack room, a goat shed/chicken coop and RV hook-ups, all having electrical power. 
The main home offers  an open concept kitchen/dining room with an island and cozy bay window that opens onto the rear patio overlooking the expansive lawns & riding areas. a warm and inviting living room with french doors leading to a large wrap-around verandah. The primary bedrooom has a newly renovated luxury 5-piece ensuite & walk-in closet, two additional bedrooms,plus a double attached garage.  The cottage has one bedroom, one bathroom and an open kitchen/dining/living room with an efficient gas fireplace insert. Some final finishes on the exterior is ready for your personal touch. The barn has a loft and is serviced with water & heat & power featuring multiple stalls plus a tack room, ideal for equestrian activities. The Chicken coop has power and ready for your hens to start producing.  There is a goat shed that has a wrap around deck for the inquisitive livestock.  Additional features include RV hookups forf power and septic, a generator hookup in the main home electrical panel.  Recent upgrades include new light fixtures, interior and closet doors, trim, windows and coverings, paint, a redesigned ensuite, an added laundry room and new kitchen appliances. Pine tongue-and-groove ceilings and gleaming wood floors add rustic charm throughout. Black Creek is known for it's bike trails, Horseback riding, Oyster river Potholes and of course Miracle Beach.  Start living your dream today!

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