Camping in British Columbia with hiking

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Camping in British Columbia with hiking

A vast wilderness of mountains, backcountry trails, temperate rainforests, and a sprawling waterfront.

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So Damn Lucky Glamping
8 sites · Lodging9 acres · Tofino, BCWe’re so damn lucky to have made Vancouver Island our home for more than 30 years, revelling in its natural beauty while raising our family and, until recently, running a successful restaurant for over 20 years in the Comox Valley.Over the years, we’ve enjoyed seeking out fun and adventure all over Vancouver Island – from kayaking and mountain biking to skiing and hiking. As recently retired restaurateurs, we still have a desire to share our passions for food, friends and outdoor fun, so we’ve come up with a new venture that allows us to do just that: So Damn Lucky Glamping.Following the sale of our restaurant, we undertook extensive renovations to our Comox home. Living in the Comox Valley is such a privilege – so many outdoor adventures to be had.In recent years we’ve been fortunate enough to spend our summers enjoying the spectacular surroundings of Mussel Beach, Ucluelet (near Tofino). Living in a cozy, renovated trailer (our tiny home), perched on the ocean’s edge, we’ve come to love our little piece of paradise among the wild rainforests of the Pacific Rim. We are so damn lucky we met Lori and Curtis (Mussel Beach) and we are able to do what we do. We want to share this little piece of paradise.Perfect for anyone (singles, couples, families) looking to get away from it all, we know you’ll enjoy every minute of your time here!We love where we live and we love that we can share our enthusiasm for Vancouver Island with you!
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Ruby Lake Resort
7 sites · Lodging85 acres · Powell River, BCOur property is an outdoor-enthusiasts haven, surrounded by walking, hiking & cycling trails, one of BC's most beautiful lakes for swimming, and paddling, with onsite boat & board rentals as well as a private dock, seasonal onsite yoga classes, and a mountain biker's pump track. Our property also features a large lagoon that doubles as a natural wildlife and bird sanctuary, and the property is home to hundreds of birds (both wild and tame), beavers, otters, deer, raccoons, squirrels, and more! Our renowned onsite restaurant offers authentic northern Italian cuisine, with both indoor lake-view dining, as well as outdoor seating on our covered waterfront patio.
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Tiny Secrets Farm & Retreat
11 sites · Lodging10 acres · Halfmoon Bay, BCWe are centrally located on the Sunshine Coast, only a 40-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, on a spectacular 10-acre ocean-view property. We run a small, organic farm and host guests in a wide assortment of intriguing tiny homes. We have everything from a converted schoolie with a woodstove and an ocean view to gorgeous, furnished campsites in the woods. Check out our micro cabin, glamping tent, and new additions, like our luxury tent trailer, bell tent, and furnished campsites in the forest. Our property is an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy our recreation area with a large pond, our new small playground for young kids, and our small orchard with several small ponds. Explore our walking trails on our property, visit our chickens, or sit near our seasonal waterfall. There are many spots on the property to sit and chill. We've also been Airbnb hosts for over 10 years.
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Valhalla Pines Campground
10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents7 acres · Vallican, BCThis 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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Anuttara Ashram
22 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Terrace, BCAnuttara Ashram is an off-grid Retreat Center in the middle of the forest. We offer personal retreats, cabin rentals and courses around Yoga & Meditation.You can come stay with us to rejuvenate your spirit surrounded by 100 acres of natural pristine forest, mountains, and wildlife. We all need to get away sometimes, to turn off all the noise and busy-ness and get reacquainted with nature & some much-needed 'personal time'. Anuttara provides the perfect atmosphere to just relax into peace and quiet, go at your own pace, and do what you feel you need.
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Raysong Farm Camp Sites
7 sites · Lodging, Tents5 acres · Prince George, BCVarious options for sites nestled amongst the trees on our 5 acre hobby farm. 2 sites near the bath house (Trickle Creek and Hawthorn Sites), 1 nestled in a more remote setting (Wild Pines)and the #Vanlife site nearest to the communal fire pit. Come visit....! Campers can visit with the hobby farm animals through the fence or with a guide. Stroll through the meandering paths in the center meadow and visits horses if they linger at the back gate. Love goats? They will love you! Please note that campstoves (propane) are permitted at the campsites. If you would like to enjoy a log fire, the communal firepit at the front of the property offers beautiful benches and a safe way to enjoy the coals (fire ban rules may apply. Please contact the host for details.)
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Red Bell Farm
6 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Duncan, BCEnjoy a leisurely walk, hike, or ride along the Cowichan Lake trail behind our property or simply take in the beauty of the sites pond and picnic for the day. We have 4 tent sites, 1 RV site, 1 camper-van site, shared bathroom, municipal water, fire-pit, and kitchenette area. There is also a seating area at the pond. Enjoy seeing what’s available at our small working hobby farm which includes animals, eggs, and fresh berries, fruits & vegetables. 15min. to Lake Cowichan or travel 5min. to Duncan, Saturday farmers market all year round & entertainment. Visit local wineries, breweries, & distilleries, Raptors bird Sanctuary, Hand of Man Museum, or many other sights! We’re also an easy drive away from Ladysmith, Cowichan Bay, Maple Bay, or the Trestle bridges. Only 1hr from Victoria or Nanaimo.
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theDoighouse Earthship
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Qualicum Bay, BCIn your wildest dreams can you imagine a house built from tires, dirt, pop cans and concrete? Welcome to theDoighouse Earthship nestled in the forest just a 5 minute walk from Qualicum Bay. We are centrally located mid Vancouver Island, 20 minutes to the Old Country Market - Goats on the Roof, less than 30 minutes from Horne Lake Caves, or a 2.5 hr drive to Tofino and world class surfing. There is lots of activities in our area, including beaches, lakes and hiking. Join us Wednesdays in July and August for a drop-in gentle, mindful, and restorative yoga session in our beautiful gardens. Led by our wonderful yogi Lindsay, a true embodiment of grace. No prior experience, you are perfect just as you are. Come and unwind in nature. You can pitch a tent in our gardens, park your RV on the edge of the forest, or stay in our tiny cabin. You can wander in the gardens and check out a young permaculture food forest filled with fruit and hazelnut trees, berries, and all that good stuff! We also offer workshops and other onsite activities. For more info check out our website www.thedoighouse.com/events. On arrival you will be greeted by Bentley (our standard poodle), Mabel (mouser extraordinaire) and the 'hens' who generously gift fresh eggs daily. Our Earthship, currently under construction, is all about exploring a low-impact lifestyle, off-grid living in an energy-efficient dwelling built from recycled materials. It is love for the planet, people and sharing of abundance that makes this project come alive. Come visit, tour, and stay.
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Canadian Rockies Retreat
6 sites · Lodging, Tents150 acres · BCExperience true seclusion in a remote, picturesque setting. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to enjoy a private, nature-filled retreat in the Canadian Rockies. With access to a creek, 3 waterfalls and a surrounding forest, this is the perfect place to escape the busyness of city life. Spend your days exploring the waterfalls and the iconic Blaeberry River! Follow the Waterfall signs to get to the first waterfall then go up the canyon to see the other ones. The Blaeberry River offers gentler rafting and paddling opportunities. There are also SUP, kayak and canoe guided tours and rentals nearby. There’s plenty of hiking, fishing, paddling and biking to enjoy. We have 3 different listings available an off-grid cabin, 2 yurts or a tent site with 3 different campsites available. We look forward to hosting you!
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Flyway Farm & Forest
6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Spillimacheen, BC Welcome to Flyway Farm & Forest! We are only 1hr-30 minutes away from Banff National Park. Five acres of farm, forests, and gardens in the 'Heart of the Pacific Flyway'. Whether your goal is to connect with the Earth or with people, the Flyway Farm and Forest is the place for you. Located in tiny Spillimacheen BC, this hidden gem will enhance any experience. Nestled in the valley, Spillimacheen has a lot to offer, including beautiful views, swimming holes, and easy access to endless day hikes. We have 4 listings to choose from: Flyway Farm: '79 Vintage Komfort: an onsite trailer Flyway Forest: Secluded Camp East: a tent site Flyway Forest: RV/Camper Site South: an RV site Feel free to message us prior to booking if you have any questions!
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JCB Cabins and campground
3 sites · Lodging, RVs3 acres · Golden, BCAt JCB Cabins and campground, there are mountains all around you! There is a river with amazing fishing and canoe rentals only one mile away. We also have several biking and hiking trails nearby. Our property is located in Golden, BC. Sitting in the Canadian Rockies, Golden B.C. is surrounded by six of Canada’s most stunning national parks; Yoho, Glacier, Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Mount Revelstoke. Use Golden as your base from which to experience the spectacular scenery, iconic hiking trails, waterfalls, lakes and heritage sites of the national parks. We look forward to hosting you!
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Chilcotin Holidays Wilderness Experiences
24 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents30 acres · Gold Bridge, BCChilcotin Holidays has been guiding guests for over 30 years. Columbia. Now, this diverse 4-season guest ranch that focuses on providing a nature connection, personal development and nature conservation experience for every guest. From horseback riding, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling and mountain biking to camping, RV and cabin accommodation Chilcotin Holidays has everything you need to reconnect to nature and yourself.
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It’s hard to describe British Columbia as anything other than wildly breathtaking—quite literally when you swim in one of the province’s many turquoise glacier lakes, ride a wave, or catch a glimpse of a bear in the forest. For camping experiences and road trips, BC offers privately operated campgrounds and RV parks; a major network of parks with reservable and first-come, first-served tent camping sites; yurts and cabins; and thousands of recreation sites and trails on beaches, lakes, mountains, and meadows. Thanks to the mild climate and some winter huts, camping is possible year-round.

West Coast

The Pacific Ocean runs along the length of BC, offering plenty of oceanside spots to explore. On Vancouver Island, Tofino and Pacific Rim National Park are famous for cold-water surfing, whale watching, and hot springs, while nearby Ucluelet is a fisher’s paradise. Further inland, campers can find riverside camping in Squamish; backcountry huts around the resort town of Whistler; and reservable tent pads overlooking the jewel-toned Joffre Lake. For a true off-the-grid experience, head to Haida Gwaii's Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve—set about 100 kilometres off the northern British Columbia coast, this area is only reachable by sea or air.

Northern British Columbia

The northern part of the province is all raw, rugged beauty, with unique culture and untouched natural beauty. Soak in Canada’s second-largest hot spring in Fort Nelson, watch salmon spawning in the many rivers, and peek at bears catching some themselves at Kleanza Creek Provincial Park in Terrace. Options for outdoor stays include vast wilderness resorts, remote cabins, and private beach, lakefront, or rainforest campsites—but note that cell service and WiFi are rare in these parts. Bonus: Given its far north location, it’s relatively easy to snag last-minute campsites that still offer peace and quiet.

Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

With a blend of history, wildlife, adventure, and expansive grasslands, the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast is true Canadian countryside. Campers come to this wild western spot to spend time in the Great Bear Rainforest and at alpine rivers (whitewater rafting is big here), but travelers usually also visit lakeside fishing lodges and historic Gold Rush towns such as Barkerville. Tweedsmuir Provincial Park is a prime spot for the chance to spot a grizzly bear.

Kootenay Rockies

Set in the province’s southeastern corner and part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, the Kootenays are home to four national parks: Glacier, Kootenay, Mount Revelstoke, and Yoho. Here you’ll find unrivaled wildlife—think black bears, mountain goats, and elk—much of which can be spotted even from the highway. Throughout the region are glaciers, peaks, waterfalls, and quirky little towns such as Golden, Cranbrook, and Kimberley, the highest in Canada at 1,113 meters up. Camping and tenting is typically open between May and September, with limited winter options.

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