- Vallican
Valhalla Pines Campground
Hosted by Tom · Vallican, British Columbia
7 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 7 acres
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RV Site 2 with 15/30A power & water
98%
(24)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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Tent Site 3 for multiple tents
100%
(15)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
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Valhalla Pines Tent Site 1
100%
(12)Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
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Tent Site 2 for big tents
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(5)Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
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RV Site 4 with 15A power & water
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(2)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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2 sites
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Valhalla Pines Tree Hut
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(13)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Showers
Picnic table
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Private Hut with Bunk Beds
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(7)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Showers
Picnic table
Reviews
98% Recommend143 ratings · 107 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
25 ft Class C · With pets ·
RV Site 2 with 15/30A power & water
Very private location
Great community building
Great services/water, power etc
Great hosts
Very clean and natural
Close to river and rail trail
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Pierre J.
1 review
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Tent Site 2 for big tents
Tom’s property is laid out well, the sites are nicely spaced apart. It was overall very peaceful, we would stay again! Lots of info available for hiking in the shared space, if we were staying longer we definitely would’ve checked one of them out.
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Chase R.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
What a lovely, welcoming campground! Thank you — will be back🌞
Sean Joseph C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Valhalla Pines Tent Site 1
Tent camping on this site was great! Clean facilities and friendly people.
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Heather S.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2026
Valhalla Pines is perfect
22 ft travel trailer ·
RV Site 2 with 15/30A power & water
Valhalla Pines Campground was a bit of a mystery as I approached my three nights of camping there. It looked good online, but the real experience of being there was fabulous. Quiet, remote, peaceful, with all the comforts of home like the Community building where you can join friends for a meal, happily cleanse with a hot shower, and even a dish washing area that is so convenient. The area is packed with wildlife - I saw a herd of elk cross the highway, saw turkey families by the dozens, observed Osprey's fish the river, and even glimpsed a big ol' black bear rambling across the road into Nelson. And the lovely town of Nelson is only 30 minutes away. I heartily recommend visitors try out Valhalla Pines Campground. Host Tom has built a very warm, inviting oasis that is good for the soul. And you will definitely be as entranced as I was with Sophia, the big, gentle-souled Black Lab/Malamute queen of the campground. Enjoy.
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Jeff B.
2 months on Hipcamp
Beautiful, quiet and peaceful location. After days of Adventure riding in the back-country of British Columbia, we needed a place to be refreshed and restored and that is what we found at Valhalla Pines. Showers, a cabin (with an amazing bed), and fully equipped kitchen with excellent WiFi to catch up on messages. Our host Lindy, was kind and accommodating. If you are look for rest and retreat this is your place.
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Keith W.
2 reviews
This camping spot is very unique. We had tent site 3 among the trees, large and very private. Very near to the common building with flush toilets and showers. It also was a great place to hang out, replenish battery of our phones, use fully equipped kitchen. The owner is super nice and helpful. Wood is available to buy and we had great campfires. There is no data in the area but there is wifi so we used whatsapp to contact family. If you want to discover this area (slocan, Nelson, rail trail), this is a great choice.
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Marianne M.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
19 ft Class B ·
RV Site 2 with 15/30A power & water
Nice site & pitch. Good location not too far from Nelson. Tom was having issues with sani drainage so loo’s were basic…..he did let us know prior to stay. Tom is selling up & has a lovely house on site.
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Richard F.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Perfect stop from Revy to Nelson.
16 ft car ·
RV Site 2 with 15/30A power & water
Excellent campsite and facilities on my way thru Nelson. Tom was a very gracious host and greeted me wonderfully. Amenities were clean and totally functional. Zero complaints.
Tim S.
18 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
The tree house was cute and perfect for the two of us! It was super tidy and comfortable. We booked last minute on a long weekend! I will definitely be back.
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Chantel B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Tom’s camp was in a quiet, dark area, and centrally located. It had all the amenities we needed, and the community building was a great place to meet others and research the next day’s adventure with his guidebooks. With Tom’s advice we were able to enjoy some great swimming holes, and paddle boarding locations. Looking forward to coming again and exploring the hikes in the mountains. Thanks Tom.
Steve N.
2 reviews
It was a good campsite, we got there a little late and Google maps takes you to the wrong address. You gotta go up a different road, but once we got there it was good. Tom was good, he showed us around even though it was dark. We were just there for the night and left early morning but he had tons of amenities and wifi.
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Taylor F.
11 months on Hipcamp
Sad to say our stay was not long enough!
This would be an amazing group camping place for family reunions and such.
Loved the Wild 🦃🦃
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Rhonda K.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Valhalla Pines Tent Site 12
I had a great time, my tent site was peaceful and the host was very accommodating and welcoming. Would come back again :)
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Chantelle B.
1 year on Hipcamp
We had an EXCELLENT stay at Vahalla Pines Campground! Our host, Tom, made the stay extra special. Tom shared a lot of super interesting local history and gave us some great tips for stunning swimming holes in the area. He also gave us detailed information about floating the Slocan river, including where to put in/out. We had paddle boards and thoroughly enjoyed the absolutely pristine water while paddling and swimming on a hot day. The Vahalla Pines Campground is tucked in the woods off route 6, so it's a nice location midway between Nelson, Castlegar and points to the north. We stayed at 'Site 14 with Power' and it was *perfect* for us. We were nestled in a circle of pine trees with beautiful star viewing overhead. The site was private, quiet and very peaceful. I really appreciate the "lights out by 10pm" rule, because that makes star viewing extra special. We are inspired to visit again and have a longer stay, I highly recommend Vahalla Pines Campground!
* Be sure to get detailed driving directions because there is no internet service on most of rt. 6; the Wifi at camp is excellent, which was helpful for planning day trips.
** If you like art: be sure to tour the Murals all over Nelson and visit Castlegar, "The Sculpture Capital of Canada", both were outstanding!
Nityia P.
4 reviews
Everything! Quite safe and clean. The host was my favorite camp experience of my entire life and I camp often. He even put in outdoor showers and kept the compost toilets cleaned and emptied on a daily basis if not more often. This camp is always fully booked for a reason. It’s centrally located (close to Nelson) and many music venues and restaurants. The fully furnished community building with a washer and dryer and two refrigerators is also a plus. My favorite spot is always tent site 3. Really enjoyed drinking coffee and conversations about life and travel with my fellow traveler and Thomas (Tom). Going to miss him!
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Sarah W.
4 reviews
Simple and easy to find camping spot for RV site 2. Tom was great with directions, instructions and friendly, was easy to communicate with!
Carrie Ann B.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
25 ft campervan ·
RV Site 2 with 15/30A power & water
Really beautiful spot here that is set up really well for anyone with a RV or a tent. Will be coming back again next for sure. Fantastic host :)
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Tyler F.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Group trip ·
Tent Site 3 - multiple tents
Great campsite tucked in the back of the woods with ample of privacy.
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Petra M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· August 2025
Don't be fooled
19 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
RV Site 1 fully serviced
Not what it presented its self.
Stay one night and left the next day, even dogs were uncomfortable
Christine F.
6 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
20 ft pop-up camper ·
RV Site 4 with 15A power & water
This campground was beautiful and the host was very friendly and welcoming- really went the extra mile. Loved all the amenities
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Tessa B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Valhalla Pines Tent Site 12
We had a really great stay at this campsite! The site itself was super private and peaceful, and everyone we met was friendly especially Tom, the host, who was welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. We’d definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a nice place to camp.
The only thing I’d suggest for improvement is having some accommodations for people who have periods. There weren’t any disposal options for period products like tampons in the bathrooms, and no amenities to make it easier if someone needed to manage their period while camping. It’s a small but important detail that would make the site more accessible and comfortable for everyone.
Overall though, we had a wonderful experience and would happily come back!
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Oliver D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 2 for big tents
Wonderful place to call home for a couple of days. Tom was exceptionally helpful. Community kitchen was fantastic. Can’t wait to return.
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Ginger E.
5 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
20 ft campervan ·
RV Site 4 with 15A power & water
A beautiful, rustic camp site. Tom, the host, was very helpful and friendly.
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Kate W.
2 reviews
We loved our stay in the treehouse cabin at Valhalla Pines. The space is small (only bed and desk) but very comfortable! We took advantage of the little patio area to have our morning coffee and read. The hut overlooks a common area/building including washrooms and dishwashing space, picnic tables and hammocks. It was a great blend of camping vibes and comfort! We enjoyed meeting the other folks staying on the property and having a cuddle with Tom's dog, Sophie. The septic was down during our arrival, but Tom had toilet and shower backups in place that were great alternatives, and he had everything else up and running by the next day. We didn't explore much around the camp, but there is a river nearby that would be very tempting on a hot day. Highly recommend!
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Elysha F.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Site 5 - with shelter
Tom has created something really special here… something I think a lot of people dream of creating. The campground was the perfect blend of nature and amenities, on a beautiful piece of land, in a beautiful part of the country. I felt at home there instantly and will absolutely be back in the future.
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Jessica G.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
With kids ·
Private Hut with Bunk Beds
Charming, Clean, and Perfect for Our Family!
We had such a great stay! The place was cute, quaint, and super clean — ideal for our family of three with bunks and a cozy cot. The communal kitchen was a huge plus, and we loved ending each day with a hot shower, a fire, and some serious coziness.
Our host was a truly lovely person — warm and welcoming. Wish we had more time to chat! The location was pure magic: tucked in the forest, close to a beautiful river and trails. So much to do in the area — we’ll definitely be back!
Brandy H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Valhalla Pines Tent Site 12
Campsite was nice. Easy to find with nice bathrooms and located close to lots of beautiful places. Host was kind and helpful.
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Rachel E.
2 years on Hipcamp
Tom was great and his campground is neat. I stayed at site Tent 14 in my car and it was very quiet. The power was an added bonus. I did not use any of the outbuildings, so I cannot comment about those. I would definitely stay here again. Tom, hope you had fun on your new bike! Many happy rides in the future.
Ruby H.
8 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Site 3 for multiple tents
We loved our stay! Such a great campground with so many things to do around town!
Tom was a wonderful host and gave us awesome recommendations!
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Will W.
1 year on Hipcamp
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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
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