What wildlife watching opportunities are available in Cowichan Valley?

Hipcamp staff
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Diverse Cowichan Valley ecosystems offer a wide range of wildlife watching opportunities. Take a whale watching tour off the coastline, or stay inland to watch Roosevelt elk roam the hills and valley near Youbou. A number of estuaries attract diverse bird species, while sea lions and seals are prolific along the shorelines. Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park is a special protected wilderness offering permitted backcountry camping. You can also explore different options for camping near Cowichan Valley on Hipcamp.

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