Duncan, BC Canada is a recreation community in the Cowichan Valley, rich in First Nation history, situated next to the Cowichan and Kokisilah Rivers, close to the ocean and surrounded by Mount Prevost, Mount Tzouhalem and the Coastal BC Mountain Range.

The Town of Duncan is considered the central commercial hub servicing the Cowichan Valley. The village of Mill Bay marks the southern border and the Village of Ladysmith sits on the northern border marking the boundaries of the Cowichan Valley.

Duncan includes many services important to travelers from small specialty shops and boutiques in the downtown core to the big box stores in the outlying areas. Some of the amenities in the community includes accommodations, restaurants, tours, banks, grocery stores, laundromat, internet, retail shops, pubs, gas stations and more.

The revitalized downtown core in Duncan is very pedestrian friendly. The wide sidewalks are lined with retail shops, restaurants and specialty boutiques. When downtown make time to view the First Nation Totem Poles, the Historic Railway Station and the downtown murals.

The region of Duncan includes the ocean neighbourhoods of Genoa Bay, Maple Bay and Crofton. Each with a marina, restaurants and pubs. Crofton is also home to a BC Ferry connecting to Saltspring Island of the Gulf Islands.

The community, also referred to as the 'City of Totems' is decorated with over 70 First Nation's Totem Poles. Also, take some time to view 'The World's Largest Hockey Stick' on display on the roof of the Cowichan Community Centre located at the north end of town.

Other attractions operating in the Cowichan Valley area include the BC Forest Discovery Centre, the many local wineries, the Quw'utsun Cultural and Conference Centre and the many art galleries. The Cowichan Valley is rumored to have the largest per capita of artisans in Canada!

Many of the wineries and vineyards are located in the South Cowichan Valley which includes the small communities of Shawnigan Lake, Cowichan Bay, Mill Bay, and Cobble Hill. The village of Cowichan Bay, BC is a fishing village. It is a big tourist attraction with it's quaint shops, great seafood and outdoor tour adventure companies. All of these communities forming what is proudly known as the Cowichan Valley.

Hiking is limitless. One of the favorites is the hike to the top of Mount Tzouhalem or Mount Prevost to enjoy views of the whole Cowichan Valley. The Cowichan River Trail is a long hiking trail following the shores of the Cowichan River leading to Skutz Falls.

Nearby are some very exciting mountain biking trails and backpacking hikes. The valley is a popular destination for many who enjoy eco activities like kayaking, sailing, scuba diving, fishing, golfing, hiking, mountain biking, cycling, hang gliding, boating, water skiing, and so much more.