Valhalla Pines Campground

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72 reviews

· Vallican, Central Kootenay, British Columbia

7 acres hosted by Tom S.

2 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites · 3 tent sites

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This is a quiet forested residential area in Sinixt territory. Recommended activities include floating down the river, canoeing the lake, hiking or climbing in Valhalla Park, soaking in Halfway Hot Springs or indulging in Nelson. We are surrounded by beautiful mountains and rivers. This valley has many outdoor activities and events and a very interesting history and culture including Sinixt, Doukhobor, Cannabis and Conscientious Objector. Nelson, Castlegar and Slocan Lake are all a half hour drive away. There are many other special places nearby such as the Goddess Pools and the Emerald Pools. Supplies and services are available nearby including firewood, toiletries, dog day care, massage, bike and canoe rentals, life jackets, rubber dingys and paddles etc. Let us know if you would like a referral to any of these services. There are many guides available for activities in the area including (water sports, climbing, skiing, hiking, artist tours, events, geology, mining, mushrooms, cannabis, garden tours and native history). There is a particularly valued native storyteller here that can also provide a walking tour to a nearby village site with a full scale replica of an aboriginal kekuli (earth house). Please call ahead for recommendations on booking guides or storytellers. You don't need one to get here, but its good to have a 4 wheel drive vehicle for some of the logging roads that are worth visiting. Roof and/or bike racks can also come in handy. The Vallican Whole community center also has events nearby.

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99% Recommend100 ratings · 72 reviews

Valhalla Pines offers a serene camping experience with spacious sites surrounded by nature. The community building, complete with kitchen and bathrooms, adds a touch of comfort, making meal prep and relaxation easy. Tom, the host, is known for his friendly demeanor and helpful advice on local activities. Many campers mentioned the peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained amenities, contributing to a positive stay.

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Sarah B.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Tent ·

Valhalla Pines Tent Site 1

It is a wonderful little gathering of cabins, rv sites, and tent sites. The community building has a stocked kitchen, bathrooms, and space to hang out. It would be a great place to gather with friends, new and old, to enjoy one of the puzzles or board games that are there.

Prairie P.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Most Relaxed time

Tent · Group trip ·

Tent Site 3 for multiple tents

It was a great time at Valhalla Pines. Tom was super welcoming and knowledgeable about a lot to do in the area. Will definitely recommend this to anyone looking to really unwind in the Slocan Valley as our group of four had a wonderful time tent camping and exploring the area.

Ana F.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Perfect getaway

Tent ·

Tent Site 5 - with shelter

Great experience. Perfect place to rest and be close to nature Tom is an amazing host. He's super friendly and helpful.

Kailey F.

2 reviews

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· May 2025

Valhalla Pines for the Win!!

Tent ·

Tent Site 3 for multiple tents

This was such an awesome place to camp! It was the perfect home base for nearby exploring. It was a super comfortable place to camp — having access to the community building made cooking breakfasts and dinners so nice, and it was also a good place to play games to stay a little warmer in the evenings, too. The convenience and comfort was through the roof! Tom welcomed us when we arrived, and was able to give us great tips for things to see and do. Everything was clearly labeled in the campground and easy to find. Valhalla Pines for the win!! If you’re considering exploring the area, you will not find a better base camp around. We plan to come back again, as this was the perfect retreat!! Note: Our trip was in May, as I didn’t realize the main season for the parks was closer to June/July, but we still enjoyed just driving around the area and the stunning scenery and viewpoints. The weather was still comfortable, and it was the perfect camping trip to start off the season!!

Olivia M.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Valhalla Pines Tent Site 12

Tom was super friendly and very helpful. The site was gorgeous and very spacious with all the amenities you could need

Melissa M.

7 reviews

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· September 2024

Tent ·

Tent Site 3 for multiple tents

This spot was such a gem. Great location with a lot of lovely shared space extras. We loved the group campfire and meeting Tom. We would highly recommend his place to anyone in the area.

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Vallican, Central Kootenay, British Columbia, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking