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Sandeep
September 2025
Tent
Great location; I loved it. Will go again.
The communication from the host was clear and helpful.
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Jan
August 2025
Tent
Exactly communication. A nice beautiful farm in the woods with a private camp site
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Project
August 2025
Tent
It’s a nice peaceful spot with privacy and nature.
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Jillian
August 2025
18 ft pop-up camper
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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Rhonda
August 2025
24 ft Class C
Good location with easy access to the ferry. Site was very nice and nights were quiet. Nice trail down to the river with a great swimming hole
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Kate
August 2025
35 ft travel trailer
We camped at the Mountainaire Campground as part of our trip to Nanaimo for the Nanaimo Blues Festival. The 15 minute drive into downtown was easy. The campground had all the hookups and services we needed. Its a big campground with lots of campers on the weekend. What a great place for families to get together as it includes a 15 minute walk to the river and a beautiful calm swimming hole.
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Paul
August 2025
24 ft travel trailer
With pets
I was surprised to see a full campground on Hipcamp, but glad to discover it. Very friendly staff made it a pleasant experience. Very fresh air, tall trees, and the super clear water of the nearby Nanaimo River were great. From the campsite, it is a 15 minute walk to the river (~ 1.5km). There is a short cut down / up a very steep hill for the adventurous. The campground is older but well maintained. Cell service is limited (Telus) but strong enough for a call; campground wifi was surprisingly good (wouldn’t reply on it for a video call but ok for email and browsing).
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Serena
August 2025
Tent
Our campsite was private and nestled in nature. We had so much fun interacting with the horses, they were very friendly and sweet. The surrounding property was spacious, beautiful, and beaming with wildlife.
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Hahn
August 2025
Tent
With kids
A very comfortable camping environment, with horses, sheep, and other animals keeping you company — a great choice. The pit toilet was clean and odor-free, definitely worth a thumbs-up.
Suggestion: It would be even better if the toilet door could close properly and if there were running water
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JENN
July 2025
22 ft travel trailer
With pets
We loved staying at Mountainaire! Close to park and washrooms. The gentleman at the front office was exceptionally kind and always friendly.
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Mostafa
July 2025
Tent
With kids
We were 3 families stayed there. Conny was so friendly. Later, we all moved to Site A. It was so enjoyable 😍😍😍😍
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Gary
July 2025
19 ft campervan
We reserved two nights and had to move from the first night to the second. This was not a huge issue. We connected up to electrical power and had water available as well but no sewer at our two sites. They do have a sani dump station but we didn't have time this morning to make use of it because of an early ferry reservation.
It is a very pleasant park with tons of children having the time of their lives. It brought back pleasant memories of my childhood camping years.
You don't have privacy as the sites are very closely located. But quiet hours were honoured. It has a short path to a great spot on the Nanaimo River (Creek) which seemed great for the children.
Washrooms were clean and oudor free. Campers and staff were pleasant. It seems like this is the family campground you keep coming back to. They have a little store on site and are 16 kms to the Duke Point ferry to Tsawwassen. It is about a 45 minute drive to Qualicum Beach and 30ish to Parksville and even closer to Nanaimo. Tons of places for vacation days ice creams.
I recommend this campground without reservation. But you need to love children and the sounds of laughter.
Gary
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Rachel
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
Lovely ranch, very secluded. Campsites are very private. Remember to bring your own water, and bring your own sanitizer. A note for bikers: at the time of writing this, the road from the CVT is quite bumpy. 2 in our group got flats. 4km off the trail, Google maps is misleading for the address listed.
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Ruby
June 2025
Tent
Lovely sites deep in the forest. The sites had a good enough distance between them to feel private. The pit toilets were fine. Just don't forget to byo water b
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Todd
May 2025
Tent
We came in on Motorcycles with everything prearranged and easily found some excellent sites to pitch the tents. Connie was kind enough to give us water for our water bladder. The farm animals are abundant and gorgeous. That was a nice added bonus for us. Connie was an excellent host, happy to discuss the land and the animals. We will definitely go again, next time to go on some horse riding tours and to explore the Shawnigan area.
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Kaylie
February 2025
19 ft campervan
great little campground close to the airport! Laundry and showers! Exactly what a girl needed!
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The best luxury RV camping near Duncan guide
When to go
With its temperate climate, Vancouver Island has the warmest year-round weather in all of Canada, but it also gets the most rainfall. To avoid the wettest months (October to April), plan your camping trip to Duncan and the Cowichan Valley between May and September. July and August are the busiest months, so make sure you book ahead if possible. If you’re seeking the two sweet-spot months for camping, opt for June or September.
Know before you go
- Public transit is limited outside of Duncan’s downtown area, so if you want to explore the greater Cowichan Valley, having your own vehicle is key.
- There are a number of shopping centres along the Trans-Canada Highway and in Duncan, but once you venture off onto smaller roads, supplies become limited. Stock up where you can.
- Bears and cougars live all over Vancouver Island, so follow park food-storage guidelines and wildlife protocols.
- Even during the summer months, the rain can roll in, so be sure to pack appropriate waterproof clothes and gear to keep you warm and dry.