River Raven
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About Port Renfrew

River Raven Retreat is located in Port Renfrew on Canada's west coast. Port Renfrew (“Renny”) is a small town — home to tall trees, deep roots, and generations of families. Visitors are attracted to its serenity, wild life areas, its ancient rain forests, the giant Douglas Fir and Spruce Trees, world class Salmon fishing and hiking trails for the beginner to the extreme. There is lots of history to go with it all, too. 

It is the home of the Pacheedaht First Nation, meaning "People of the Sea Foam", who have traditional village sites in and around the main town centre. The West Coast Trail, a world-famous hiking trail built in 1907 along the west coast of Vancouver Island to save shipwrecked sailors, who often found themselves in the immediate vicinity of the entrance to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Originally named Port San Juan, the settlers changed the name to honor Lord Renfrew who planned to settle crofters there. The name was changed due to mail being sent to the San Juan Islands instead of Port San Juan. Port Renfrew's bay is still called Port San Juan. 

In recent years, Port Renfrew has seen an increase in tourism. The Ancient Forest Alliance (AFA) has worked hard to locate and preserve some of North America's largest trees located around Port Renfrew. Preservation is seen in Avatar Grove where Canada's "gnarliest tree" lives. The Red Creek fir, the world's largest Douglas fir, and San Juan Spruce, Canada's largest Sitka spruce, are also located in the area. Port Renfrew is filled with options for outdoor enthusiasts. It is considered one of the best locations for salmon and halibut fishing in North America. There is also excellent sea and freshwater (San Juan and Jordan River) kayaking and birding. The locals of Port Renfrew have been enjoying those trails and forests for decades.

The cottage is ideally located in the heart of Port Renfrew  allowing easy access to all the history and wilderness that makes Port Renfrew so special. A short drive from Victoria will allow you to experience breathtaking nature whilst relaxing in our cosy cottage.