The best dog-friendly campgrounds in British Columbia

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Canada's beautiful British Columbia! With over 1500 options specifically catered to pet-friendly accommodations, you'll find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends. From stunning campsites like Hayward Farms (79 reviews), Back Forty Vineyards (64 reviews), and Dashwood Meadows (56 reviews), you can expect popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and toilets. Whether you're into wind sports, whitewater paddling, biking, or simply relaxing in nature, British Columbia has it all. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $12, camping has never been more affordable. So pack your bags, grab your pets, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in British Columbia!

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Top-rated campgrounds near British Columbia

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in Canada's beautiful British Columbia! With over 1500 options specifically catered to pet-friendly accommodations, you'll find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends. From stunning campsites like Hayward Farms (79 reviews), Back Forty Vineyards (64 reviews), and Dashwood Meadows (56 reviews), you can expect popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and toilets. Whether you're into wind sports, whitewater paddling, biking, or simply relaxing in nature, British Columbia has it all. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $12, camping has never been more affordable. So pack your bags, grab your pets, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in British Columbia!

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Top-rated campgrounds near British Columbia

1. Salmon Arm Camping Resort

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12 sites · Lodging · Salmon Arm, BC

Salmon Arm Camping Resort is a family-oriented campground in the beautiful Shuswap, BC. Lots of great on-site amenities and events, + Shuswap Lake and mountains close by providing the perfect setting for a memorable vacation. Whether you are only one person or a family, we are here to make your stay an enjoyable occasion.

2. Mountainaire Campground and RV Park

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86 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Nanaimo, BC

Nestled on a beautiful 40-acre park, our Campground and RV Park provides a relaxed, natural atmosphere perfect for family fun. Conveniently located in the heart of Vancouver Island, just beside the Nanaimo airport (a 5-minute drive) and approximately 20 minutes by car from both ferry terminals connecting to Vancouver. Featuring 30 and 50 amp fully or partial-serviced sites, ample green spaces, and cozy on-site RV Glamping units and cabins tucked away in the woods, Mountainaire is your ideal starting point or departure spot for a Vancouver Island vacation. Enjoy our newly renovated bathrooms, warm showers, and on-site laundromat, along with the added convenience of an onsite store. Take a short hike through the rainforest to the breathtaking Crystal Bowl for activities like river swimming, cliff diving, kayaking, or even crayfish catching with your little ones. Young campers can bike down ramps, play in the playground, and witness the fascinating transformation of tadpoles into western toads (a species at risk). Don’t miss our renowned special events and unwind with a Friday night movie accompanied by free popcorn. PARK AMENITIES: Lots of mature trees, green space and ramps. Bring your bikes. Outdoor playground with loads of fun Convenience store and Arcade Washroom and showers Laundry room Rainforest trail to the Crystal Bowl of Nanaimo River Pond Horseshoe pits Beach volleyball court Outdoor stage Secure property, gate locked at 10:00pm

3. Hayward Farms

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7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mission, BC

We have a 7 acre developing hobby farm currently with fruit trees, a garden, a king shepherd named Jack and a cat named Lulu. You may see some of our neighbour's ducks walking around and hear their rooster in the morning. Please note; our driveway is an uphill, switchback driveway so long trailers are not a fit for our location. Front wheel or 4 wheel is a plus but typically all vehicles can make it up our driveway. We have 2 swimming holes near and backing our property. At the back of the property is Hayward Lake/Hairsine Creek which is great for swimming. Inflatable paddle boards are the way to go if you wish to paddle board in the lake since it would be difficult portaging a rigid paddle board down the Crown Land trail. On the front is the Stave River Runoff. This has trails and is ideal if you have smaller children as the water is a bit warmer and has shallow areas. There are hiking trails in the area and a beach area a short drive from the sites.

4. Shuswap River Oasis

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6 sites · Tents, RVs · Lumby, BC

Guests will get to wake up to the sounds of the Shuswap River flowing right outside their campsite. Sandy shaded kids play area with a kids swing, 2 person snowboard swing and a trampoline. A net and hammock for all your chilling needs. Load to explore around the property, including an island on the Shuswap River. Launch your floaties and spend the afternoon floating down the picturesque river, but please bear in mind the river conditions vary throughout the year. The 8KM river float is an intermediate level float and may not be suitable for young kids as there is a section that needs to be walked to avoid a dangerous area. There is other options for shorter floats upstream and end at our property. Please ask us for more details. We also have a field to ride any quads or dirt-bikes around. Its very basic riding conditions, but still fun for young kids! As well there is lots to see in the area including 2 waterfalls and Mable lake provincial park all within an hour drive. Please do not hesitate to ask us any questions!

5. Yurt At Inshallah

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1 site · Lodging · BC

Our cozy, rustic off grid yurt is located 20 min west of Golden in the Bleaberry Valley. It is nestled on the side of Willow Bank mountain. The views and nearby activities here are world class. The yurt has the necessities you need to have a comfortable stay anytime of year but is a very basic and rustic place, best suited to adventure seekers. Before booking this large TENT please take a minute and read all about the unique amenities (or lack thereof!!!) that we offer... or don’t :-).

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Site 3 - Does now have a picnic table and composting toilet hut.

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Melody

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hayward Farms

Great spot for camping ! Well maintained and peaceful. Perfect spot for relaxing and charging your batteries. Very scenic and close to the water

Our camp. Comes with composting outhouse, picnic table, and fire pit.

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Milap

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Hayward Farms

Great place to enjoy Place owner was also nice and supportive We enjoyed too much

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Milap

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Hayward Farms

Great 👍 we enjoyed too much Got support from host

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Josie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Yurt At Inshallah

We loved the space, it was super cozy and the instructions were super clear and gave us all we needed to ensure a great stay. Lair would reply really quickly and was understanding and kind. I would love to go back!

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Maia

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Hayward Farms

3rd time camping here, just love it. A bit on the pricier side, but the little upgrades every year and the lake close by make it totally worth it.

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Chris

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Salmon Arm Camping Resort

From the moment we arrived, we knew Salmon Arm Camping Resort was something special. This isn't just a place to park your RV or pitch a tent; it's a family-run gem that feels like a true home away from home. The warmth and genuine hospitality of the owners and staff are what truly set this resort apart. They greeted us with a smile and were incredibly accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable and memorable stay. The resort itself is a perfect blend of peaceful nature and fun amenities. Our site was spacious and private, nestled among beautiful, tall trees, providing a serene escape after a day of adventure. The facilities are top-notch and impeccably clean, from the well-maintained washrooms to the sparkling pool. The kids were entertained for hours with the mini-golf, playground, and pickleball court, while we enjoyed relaxing by the campfire at our site. The on-site store is a lifesaver, offering a fantastic selection of ice cream and other treats. What we love most is the fantastic location. It feels secluded and tranquil, yet it's just a short drive to the beautiful Shuswap Lake and the town of Salmon Arm, with its charming downtown, great restaurants, and access to a wealth of outdoor activities. We spent our days exploring local hiking trails and relaxing at the beach, knowing we had a cozy and welcoming campsite to return to. For anyone looking for a truly outstanding camping experience, we can't recommend Salmon Arm Camping Resort enough

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jennifer

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hayward Farms

I loved tent camping here, the walk down to the lake is quite short, and not too complicated for anyone who’s used to walking in forests. it was super calm at night, very relaxing. directions were clear and brent and sherri were very welcoming :)

Site 2; closest one to the road. if you need access to the road while you stay here, this would be your site.

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Emma

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Hayward Farms

Very responsive hosts. Nice little spot. The lake is a cool seclude spot to chill out at. Will be back to try their flaming tent!

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Evan

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Hayward Farms

We were supposed to spend our stay at site 6 yet Brent and Sherri were kind enough to upgrade us to the “Glamping” site. The site was so much fun and the farm was beautiful. I’d recommend Brent and Sherri’s farm as an amazing getaway and will hopefully be back soon!

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bella

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

2 nights at Hayward Farms

The lake was so incredibly beautiful and such a good place for my first time camping, I would recommend this place to everyone!! The hosts were so sweet and friendly to my group as well as through hipcamp. We will be back next year for sure.

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Jillian

August 2025

18 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Mountainaire Campground and RV Park

We had a wonderful experience at this campground! The location was easy to find, and check-in was a breeze. Our hosts were warm, welcoming, and went out of their way to make us feel at home. The grounds were peaceful and relaxing, with a family- and pet-friendly atmosphere that made our stay even more enjoyable. The facilities were spotless and well-maintained, and the tent camping areas were spacious and comfortable. We were especially impressed by the full-service sites—they exceeded expectations! The concession was also remarkably well-stocked, making it easy to grab anything we needed without leaving the campground. All in all, this campground struck the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and tranquility. We’re already looking forward to returning for a longer stay!

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Olaf Steven

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hayward Farms

The camp site was pretty great, it was located on the side of a road heading to the property so we would have cars passing by every now and again but it didn’t take away from the experience. It’s so close to so many good places to explore.

Keeley

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hayward Farms

Great little spot! Private and large. Little walk to the lake and there was a massive swim dock and hardly any people. Site 6 had no afternoon shade but site 5 looked like it had plenty. Trains and planes all day and all night. Outhouse was clean and close by. Enjoyed our weekend!! Thanks so much.

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wilfried

August 2025

3 nights at Yurt At Inshallah

Nous avons passé quelques nuitées à la grande yourte. C'était une expérience unique et sûrement inoubliable. Propriétaire sympa et accueillant. Sauna au bois et douche atypique, la forêt infinie, chauffage au bois... tout ceci nous a permis d'oublier la routine de la vie urbaine.

Magnolia

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hayward Farms

Private access to lake shared with the public, gets busier on the lake in hotter summer months during the day and into late morning, spacious camping spots on private property, iconic old growth forest leading to the water (the hike down is steep in areas, but the view is very picturesque and heard many birds occupying the space), there are chickens, roosters, and bunnies in the nearby yard that belong to a homeowner (love all the animals!), there are many ways to connect with nature here (living off the land/more off-grid approach, stargazing on the water, hiking along the trail, birdwatching and listening, swimming in the lake, and reconnecting with nature with plenty of greenery to go around). The drawbridge that connects from both land points on the water is NOT connected, so proceed with caution, but upon further evaluation, will be up and running hopefully very soon. Overall, what a lovely experience to have in Canada, as I will be back to relive it all over again in the future!!

Deion

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hayward Farms

Had a nice time tent camping at Hayward Farms; really beautiful area and lake area to visit. Convenient to get supplies as close to cities.

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Felicia

August 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Mountainaire Campground and RV Park

Had a great experience at Mountainaire campground and RV. The amenities were close and clean. Campgroubd was nice and clean and quiet. Great trails to the river.

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Kasimir

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Hayward Farms

Great spot with good privacy and access to recreation very nearby. Would come back for sure.

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Jim

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Hayward Farms

Beautiful property, excellent views, attentive host and hostess. Hayward Farms was a great spot during a two month road trip from Michigan to the Pacific Coast from southern California to British Columbia . We stayed 5 nights at 3 different campsites here, toured waterfalls and hikes and sites nearby and visited friends in Burnaby. Hipcamp has been a great alternative when traveling and you need a campsite on short notice . Brent and Sherri accommodated us famously.

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Tommy

August 2025

Group trip

2 nights at Yurt At Inshallah

We have passed e beautiful nice nights in this extraordinaire place with all neceessary huse appliances. the Owner is nice and the house is clean and so convenient.