Departure Bay
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On a hillside that ascends from the crescent Departure Bay beach, this neighbourhood offers stunning views of the ocean, Newcastle Island, and the Coast Mountains. Residents enjoy active views of the bay with ferries and floatplanes coming and going throughout the day.
The Departure Bay neighbourhood, less than a 10-minute drive from downtown, offers easy access to nature. The beach is within walking distance for many residents, who also enjoy hikes to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain and through the ravine at Beach Estates Park. Departure Bay is also home to convenient shopping at Brooks Landing and Country Club Centre.
Schools
Departure Bay Elementary
Cilaire Elementary
Rock City Elementary
École Océane (private French immersion)
Wellington Secondary School (incl. Jazz Academy)
Parks & Recreation
Departure Bay – beach, playground & splash park
Beach Estates Park – ravine, waterfall & hiking trails
Sugarloaf Mountain Park – rocky bluff above the bay
Beban Park – indoor pool/fitness centre, sports fields & ice arena
Linley Valley – undeveloped forest with creeks, ponds & trails
Nanaimo Golf Club – private golf club
Shops & Services
Brooks Landing – Home Hardware, Staples, Save On Foods
Country Club Centre – Best Buy, Save On Foods
Rock City Centre – restaurants & services
Wellington Medical Clinic
Library – Wellington branch
Drive Times
Hospital: 5 min.
Downtown: 8 min.
North end: 12 min.
Vancouver Island University: 12 min.
Nanaimo Airport: 22 min.
