The best private sites campgrounds near Malahat, British Columbia

Looking for a camping adventure near Malahat, British Columbia? Look no further than Wild WA Coast Lookout (267 reviews), Shallow Springs Ranch (213 reviews), and Valhalla Tree Farm (200 reviews) for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy facilities like campfires, showers, and potable water, and indulge in popular activities such as biking, swimming, and climbing. Prices start as low as $20 per night and average around $50 per night, so you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Start planning your camping trip with Hipcamp today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping adventure near Malahat, British Columbia? Look no further than Wild WA Coast Lookout (267 reviews), Shallow Springs Ranch (213 reviews), and Valhalla Tree Farm (200 reviews) for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy facilities like campfires, showers, and potable water, and indulge in popular activities such as biking, swimming, and climbing. Prices start as low as $20 per night and average around $50 per night, so you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Start planning your camping trip with Hipcamp today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

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36km from Malahat · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · BC

Gorgeous forested 5 acre property at the top of Eagle Ridge with a rugged walking trail throughout our land. See ocean glimpses from our trail, walk to Long Harbour in 20 minutes, drive to Ganges in 4 minutes, or cycle to town in 10 minutes. Enjoy all Salt Spring has to offer, by car, by bike or by bus. Come stay with us!

2. Sea Change Farm and Nursery

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30km from Malahat · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Shirley, BC

💚💜Enjoy the simple wild private campsites with gravel pads, on the edge of a creek ravine with second growth forest, and the regeneration of the forest around you. A big beautiful pond hosts lots of wildlife and you will hear our ducks and chickens making their happy noises on the wind. And for your information—This year we have a quiet long term camper at the end of the road. There are large berms full of greenery between each site for privacy. Sheringham light house and Shirley Delicious Cafe are within walking or biking distance and The Stoked wood fire pizza is also just down the road beside French beach. No shortage of sights to take in here on the west Coast of Vancouver island. For more information look in our descriptions.♥️

3. Shirewoods Farm

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64km from Malahat · 3 sites · Lodging · Nanaimo, BC

Welcome to Shirewoods Farm! Unwind from the hustle of city life with a refreshing escape to the countryside. Shirewoods Farm offers a peaceful retreat where you can reconnect with nature, breathe deeply, and experience the rhythms of farm life firsthand. Our unique glamping stays let you relax in comfort, surrounded by fields, forests, and friendly farm vibes. Shirewoods is a working farm with goats, sheep, horses, pigs, ducks and chickens. Join us for a guided Farm Tour for a chance to meet the animals, and learn about our sustainability practices—including feeding livestock with rescued produce and brewery grain. For outdoor adventures, explore the 11 km of scenic trails next door in Hemer Provincial Park, or venture out to one of the 70+ hiking spots in the Nanaimo area. You’re also just minutes from WildPlay Nanaimo (zip lines, axe throwing, ropes courses) and the refreshing Nanaimo River swimming hole. Only 11 minutes drive to the Duke Point Ferry terminal. Come experience the charm of the farm, naturally.

4. Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead

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3.9km from Malahat · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Shawnigan Lake, BC

Are you looking for a secluded camping experience with a lot of privacy? Bring your tent and stay at one of our wilderness campsites. Our basic Campsites have picnic tables, fire pits and an outhouse close by. And if you want, you can explore the farm and all our animals or one of the many hiking trails close by. Firewood is available for a charge.Our property is located in Shawnigan Lake, BC on Vancouver Island. The area is renowned for its rugged beauty and its 7-kilometre long lake that provides the opportunity for fishing, swimming and sunbathing in the summer.Nearby is the recently restored Kinsol Trestle named for the short-lived “King Solomon Mine”. Restored in 2011, it is an engineering feat, even by today’s standards and remains one of the loftiest wooden railway trestles in the world.We look forward to hosting you!

5. Raylia Cottage Farm Stay

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39km from Malahat · 2 sites · Lodging · Mayne Island Trust Area, BC

Available all year round! Located at the center of beautiful Mayne Island. Raylia cottage is situated on a 12-acre organically run farm, overlooking pasture and gardens, and backing on to one of the Gulf Islands' most spectacular parks.It offers tranquillity, peace and total privacy. Our cottage has an old fashion feeling - along with modern conveniences. It's perfect for a romantic getaway or a country farm experience with the family. The cottage is centrally located, 5-minute walk to an organic grocer, spa and shops. Self-Catering, quiet, private and peaceful, 20-minute walk to the beach.Beautiful self-contained cottage with total privacy. Fully equipped kitchen. South facing deck for afternoon siestas. Cozy wood stove. Great for a family. Private and secluded for a couple. Four overly loving golden retrievers and lovey cats to make your stay feel like home.Close to all amenities, organic food store, bookstore, spa, restaurant. Backs onto National Park for great hiking. 20-30 minutes walk to 2 beautiful beaches and town.We want to make your stay on Mayne Island a beautiful one!Learn more about this land:Available all year round! Located at the center of beautiful Mayne Island. Raylia cottage is situated on a 12-acre organically run farm, overlooking pasture and gardens, and backing on to one of the Gulf Islands' most spectacular parks. It offers tranquillity, peace and total privacy. Our cottage has an old fashion feeling - along with modern conveniences. It's perfect for a romantic getaway or a country farm experience with the family. The cottage is centrally located, 5-minute walk to an organic grocer, spa and shops. Self-Catering, quiet, private and peaceful, 20-minute walk to the beach. Beautiful self-contained cottage with total privacy. Fully equipped kitchen. South facing deck for afternoon siestas. Cozy wood stove. Great for a family. Private and secluded for a couple. Four overly loving golden retrievers and lovey cats to make your stay feel like home. Close to all amenities, organic food store, bookstore, spa, restaurant. Backs onto National Park for great hiking. 20-30 minutes walk to 2 beautiful beaches and town. We want to make your stay on Mayne Island a beautiful one!

6. Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle

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19km from Malahat · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Duncan, BC

Learn more about this land:Enjoy camping on our quiet and peaceful campsite located in Cowichan Valley BC on Vancouver Island! We welcome campers with tents or camper vans (maximum vehicle length= 25ft). Much of the property is treed with second-growth cedar, hemlock and some fir trees. Our property is designed for you to unwind and relax. We have an outhouse available for campers to use as well as a hand pump for water. Nature lovers will find plenty to explore; Kinsol Trestle is close to our property. Hikers will love the proximity to the Mount Tzouhalem Kaspa Trailhead, and mountain bikers will find this a great location for their sport. For those looking for a more relaxing vacation, unwind in the surrounding gardens and take in the beautiful views. We are 15 minutes to the closest town where you can stock up on all essentials! Great for families looking to get outside and enjoy nature at its finest. We look forward to hosting you!

Stories from the community

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Marley

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Raylia Cottage Farm Stay

What a perfect stay! Michele was a lovely host and the cabin was in such a beautiful, peaceful spot. I loved the vibe of the cabin, cosy with the option to make a fire (loved chopping wood), and lots of cosy dvds' and vhs's to watch on the couch. The cabin also had its own privacy (its far enough from the main house & has its own driveway) which was perfect for us. It's located in a super convenient spot too, probably the best part of the island to stay - right next to a few cute shops, coffee carts and a restaurant while still being tucked away in the woods. Also next to a lovely hike. Would highly recommend!!!

Jenna

October 2025

2 nights at Shirewoods Farm

Beautiful scenery, wonderful host. Very accommodating.

Some of the ducks enjoying their pond; sadly a bit skittish.

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Melissa

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Sea Change Farm and Nursery

The two sites at the farm are very private. There was so much to look at - ravens, rabbits, deer, and ducks on the pond. We fit two cars and two tents comfortably at elderberry. The hosts were great and very responsive to our questions. We can't wait to visit again!

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Juliet

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

Thank you Rejeanne - we had another wonderful peaceful stay on your property! What stood out for us was the quiet, the bird and frog calls, and waking up to the sunshine through the forest. Looking forward to our next visit :-)

Brittany

September 2025

2 nights at Raylia Cottage Farm Stay

We had a lovely time at the sleep cabin. We definitely recommend bringing your own foldable cooking table if you plan on cooking your own meals outside as there isn’t much flat ground around the cabin to cook on. Peaceful, quiet, and tucked deep in the woods. Would definitely recommend and would love to visit again! Thank you for sharing your beautiful piece of land with us!

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Sherri

September 2025

17 ft campervan

1 night at Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

Great experience in Salt Spring Island. Perfect spot to park the van for the night. Worked perfect with our early ferry departure from Long Harbour.

Anne

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

I loved my site ... the log bench was helpful for my bikepacking. The site was incredibly peaceful. Loo was closeby. Location worked perfectly for my hike n bike plans. Will definitely return.

An overview of the established site, showing the amount of space.

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Melissa

September 2025

14 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Camping Historic Kinsol Trestle

We stayed for the weekend in site 1. It was the furthest from the house , so nice and private and quiet. We did a wine tour on our e bikes and went swimming at the River . It was a lovely stay, and the hosts were great and even left fresh tomatoes . I would definitely recommend !

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Godwin

September 2025

3 nights at Raylia Cottage Farm Stay

This is a great place to relax and unwind. The hosts are very welcoming and hospitable. If you love nature, this is the place for you! It's also a great place for a romantic getaway!

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Kristina

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

Lovely mossy site surrounded by the sounds of the forest (owls, frogs). Very private.

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Robyn

September 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

Beautiful little clearing in the woods. Beside the road, but very minimal traffic. Outhouse is clean, fresh and well-maintained. I've stayed multiple times this summer and really enjoyed the location.

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Paige

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

We had an amazing trip to Rejeanne’s, super quiet tent site and amazing for bikepacking. Great location in between Ganges and Long Harbour, I highly recommend!

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Mykola

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Sea Change Farm and Nursery

Great place, great host, great communication! Highly recommend

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Heike

August 2025

15 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Sea Change Farm and Nursery

Great rustic farm camping with few campers and super nice hosts. Close to pizza, coffee, lighthouse and beaches but nicely tucked away.

Brian

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

This was my second stay on at Rejeanne's. I can only speak for the tent sites and I highly recommend them both. They are beautiful, private, and quiet places to camp with the right amount of small touches that bring them to perfection. The host is excellent. I would not hesitate to tell people they must camp here only I would rather not so I can get a spot when I want it. My favourite spot so far.

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Nathan

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Sea Change Farm and Nursery

Great location, great host and clean charming camp site

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Penny

August 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Sea Change Farm and Nursery

Very quiet site. Very close to the beaches along hwy 14 Excellent composting toilet. Navit is a delightful host.

The main barn, you'd see when you drive in

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Jan

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Maple Heart Ranch - Homestead

Exactly communication. A nice beautiful farm in the woods with a private camp site

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Nijjy

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rejeanne's Forest on Salt Spring

My first hipcamping experience at Rajeanne’s property and it was very nice and private. Not so mossy while we were there but the site is lovely and tucked away. Only two campsites were sharing the outhouse which is nice.