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Welcome to Nature’s Playground...5 Something for Everyone ...................6 Fishing ......................................................9 Whale Watching ................................. 12 Hiking...................................................... 14 Strathcona Park ................................. 16 Camping ................................................ 18 Paddling ...............................................20 Biking..................................................... 22 Golfing................................................... 24 Shoreline Arts .................................... 26 Spirit Square ......................................28 Elk Falls .................................................30 Sea Walk..............................................34 Museum ............................................... 36 Discovery Pier ....................................38 Quadra & Cortes Island ..................40 Doggone Fun.......................................42 Coupons ....................................... 43-50 Bear Safety ......................................... 51 Maps...............................................52-59 Parks & Fields .....................................60 Camping & RV Sites .......................... 61 Getting Here ....................................... 62

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Dave Hamilton

EDITOR:

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WELCOME TO

Nature’s Playground!

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Campbell River is Vancouver Island’s gateway to nature’s playground with a treasure trove of adventures waiting just for you!

Our mountains, lakes, rivers and oceanfront draw thousands of vacationing travellers from around the world. Visitors quickly appreciate that finding something exciting to do is a given – the challenge is deciding what to do first!

Discover amazing holiday options available right inside our city limits! Visit the widely acclaimed Museum at Campbell River, the Maritime Heritage Centre, the Pier Street Farmers’ Market, Spirit Square concerts, or try fishing off the Discovery Pier where anglers can try their luck.

Our alpine to ocean landscape is a place you will want to visit again and again. People come here for adventures. From fishing charters, snorkeling, swimming, diving, golfing, mountain biking, hiking, whale watching, camping, kayaking adventures, restaurants, spas and pure tranquility....

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SOMETHING FOR Proudly poised at Parallel 50, Campbell River sits at the crossroads of an unparalleled natural playground.

The original latitude marker (N 50° 00.006 W 125° 13.829) was built in 1974. Campbell River shares this same north latitude with Sept Iles, Quebec; Plymouth, U.K.; Frankfurt, Germany; Prague, Czechoslovakia; Krakow, Poland; Kiev, Ukraine; Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia and the open Pacific Ocean.

The city enjoys a moderate climate year round which provides opportunities for adventure. We feel Campbell River has something for everyone. Rivers, lakes, rainforests, hiking trails, wildlife, snow capped mountains and gorgeous beaches are just a few marvels this area has to offer.

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Fishing

SALMON CAPITAL

All roads lead to the fishing capital Campbell River, “the Salmon Capital of the World”, has earned its place at the top of the list of salmon fishing destinations.

All five species of Pacific Salmon pass through the waters between Campbell River and the Mainland as they return to spawn in their native rivers.

Campbell River is also the jumping off point for great West Coast open ocean fishing with Nootka Sound northwest of Gold River providing some of the best Chinook and Coho fishing on the entire coast of British Columbia.

Campbell River is also proud to be the base of operations for many of the finest fishing guides in BC. For a full list of fishing guides drop into the Visitor Centre across from Shoppers Row and pick up a guide booklet.

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© John Hawkins Caught between July and September

PINK SALMON

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Tyee fishing is done quietly in a small, classic row boat.

No motors are allowed in the Tyee pool. The rower will slip the boat into the currents and eddies while keeping a basic plug or spoon beating in the current.

If a fish is boated and weighs 30 pounds or more, the catch is recorded and the angler becomes a member of the Tyee Club.

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02:10/4.8L

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02:56/5.3L 03:49/5.8L

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00:54/10.4H

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03:55/12.8H

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04:48/13.4H

22:19/4.3H

22:59/3.2H

10:15/13.4H

10:06/13.5H 10:57/13.6H 11:46/13.7H 12:31/13.8H 06:10/6.9L

00:09/2.3L

00:24/1.9H 13:02/10.9H

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14:34/11.0L 15:54/11.0L

18:19/10.4L 19:11/9.8L 19:53/8.9L

07:57/8.0L

13:13/13.9H

13:52/14.1H

14:30/14.3H

22:40/4.3L 08:44/8.7L

15:08/14.4H

23:25/3.2L 09:30/9.4L

05:40/13.8H

00:52/1.9L 13:15/10.9L

18:51/12.0H

19:59/10.6H 21:24/10.1H 23:11/9.9H

15:46/14.5H

10:19/10.0L

06:33/14.1H 17:09

02:31/3.9L

11:03/14.2H 11:52/14.1H

04:29/6.3L

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22:09/5.4L 08:15/9.8L 09:0/10.3L1 09:39/10.7L 10:11/10.9L 10:45/11.2L

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LEGENDARY

The Campbell River is a user-friendly river to experience the joy of catch and release. Fish for trout year round and pink salmon later in the summer.

The main fishing spots are easy to reach and the sandy pool sees anglers of all ages congregate and jockey for position to cast out lures or flies.

Where the Quinsam River enters the

Campbell at times will have a heavy concentration of anglers. Between the bridges, is where most of the action takes place.

In late September, the coho will be running and offers big action on a drift or fly rod.

During the summer, Echo Lake can be fished with a fly or lure. Echo Lake is stocked twice a year with catchable sized trout.

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Whale Watching Campbell River boasts some of the most spectacular whale watching and wildlife tours in the world.

The Salish Sea provides nutrient-rich waters that attract marine mammals from otter to orca.

Whale watching adventures can take you through the wild waters of Seymour and Surge Narrows.

Killer whales, humpback whales, minke whales, Dall’s porpoise, Pacific white sided dolphins, Stellar and California sea lions, seals, otters, mink and other marine life can be seen.

Vancouver Island has been named one of the most reliable places to view these amazing animals in their natural habitat. Often, pods of orca and Pacific white-sided dolphins can be seen from the city shores.

Whale watching tours depart from Campbell River daily from May until October. Trained guides will take you on unforgettable expeditions – the viewing success rate is at an estimated ninety percent.

Whale & Grizzly Bear Watching Wildlife & Adventure Tours A Spectacular Adventure Awaits Locally born guides.

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WILDLIFE VIEWING IS

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SPECTACULAR

Year round charter services available

DEPARTS FROM CAMPBELL RIVER

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Hiking Canyon View Trail– (6 kms) – This is

a well maintained loop trail that winds along the banks of the Campbell River.

One highlight is an 80 foot suspension walkway that spans the canyon and offers spectacular views of rapids and spawning salmon.

Lady Falls – (1 km) – This easy 20 minute round trip walk to the falls is just past the Buttle Lake Campground on Highway 28. At the end of the path is a viewing platform directly across from the falls that receives some mist from the falls.

Lower Myra Falls – (1 km) – Beautiful

cascading waterfalls are the reward at the end of this short hike. You can climb up and down the falls and swim in some of the calmer pools. Travel Highway 28 and take Westmin Road south to the Lower Myra Falls parking lot.

Quinsam River Trail – (2 kms) – The trail starts at the playground area in the Elk Falls campground and follows the Quinsam River upstream. The Quinsam Salmon Hatchery is approximately 2 km from the campground.

Bedwell Lake Trail – (about 4 hours)

Located in Strathcona Provincial Park this day use trail has an elevation gain of 600 metres. It ascends through a steep forested valley with some stairs and bridge crossings. At the top is a subalpine area with two lakes. Beware of the presence of black bears in this area. Access the trailhead from the south end of Buttle Lake.

Crest Mountain Trail – (10 kms) This

physically demanding trail is steep with an elevation change of 1300 metres, but the views of Kings Peak and Elkhorn Mountain make it well worth the effort. To get to the trailhead follow Highway 28.

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Strathcona Park Strathcona Park is the largest and oldest provincial park on Vancouver Island – founded in 1911. The park is home to the highest peaks of the Vancouver Island Ranges. From the Golden Hinde to Mount Albert Edward, people come from all over the world to explore this outdoor mecca.

For beginners seeking that first toe hold to seasoned veterans pushing their limits, the park offers topography that ranges from inviting to downright scary.

The main access to the Park is via Highway 28. The main access route to Forbidden Plateau from Courtenay and Campbell River is via the Paradise Meadows Trailhead at Mount Washington.

Crest Creek Crag is another favourite. The local climbing community maintains the routes regularly offering expert climbs and some routes for beginners. The Crest Creek climbing area is located near Crest Lake and Crest Creek on Hwy 28 (to Gold River).

There are 19 crags with names like Black Crag, Pipeline Bluff, Narcissus Wall and Skid Row. Gravel roads and short hiking trails from the parking lot lead climbers to the crags. Combine the crags and there are over 100 different climbing routes.

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THE STAIRWAY TO PARADISE

STARTS AT STRATHCONA PROVINCIAL PARK

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Camping Bursts of moonlight bouncing off a rippling lake, campfire sparks rising on the heat like miniature fireworks, kids turning marshmallows into flaming balls of sugar – summer camping is great just about anywhere. Here it’s awesome.

In the lake dotted hills west of Campbell River there are more campgrounds than you can explore in a lifetime.

A good place to start is Elk Falls Provincial Park where a thundering waterfall, an extensive network of forest trails and the nearby Quinsam salmon hatchery make it one of the best campground accommodations in the Salmon Capital of the World.

Just two kms from downtown it provides quiet riverside camping.

After a morning fishing, pack a picnic lunch and take a cool stroll to the Elk Falls day-use area and wander through the only significant stand of oldgrowth Douglas fir north of MacMillan Provincial Park.

Other more remote camp grounds that should be high on your list of options include Loveland Bay and Morton Lake.

For more information of the area campgrounds, and to reserve a spot well ahead of time, go to: www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks and follow the “find a park” prompts at the right hand top of the home page.

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CAMPING HERE IS

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Paddling Campbell River is the gateway to the Discovery Islands group, an unparalleled paddling area. There’s nothing quite like a saltwater kayak for exploring remote islands and uninhabited coves.

This quiet mode of travel often allows you to get closer to marine and land wildlife than if you were on foot or in a motorized craft. Bring your own kayak or rent one from a local shop, lessons and guides are available.

You can chart your own journey or sign up for an eco-tour. Canoeing is also popular-the Sayward Forest Canoe/ portage route is a 50 kilometre (30 mile) circuit encompassing 11 lakes, and takes approximately 3-4 days to complete the full circuit. We recommend doing the route counter-clockwise from summer to early fall. Numerous B.C. Forest Service Recreation sites are located along the route that provide adequate overnight camping facilities. Popular put-in spots are: The Campbell River Spit, Gosling Bay on Campbell Lake, Morton Lake, Strathcona Dam, Loveland Bay, Forbes Landing and McIvor Lake.

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Stand up paddle boarding is also a fun, relaxing way to play on the water. So get out there and enjoy nature!

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Biking The Campbell River region, with its superb terrain, is blessed with numerous mountain biking trails that range from easy family tracks to difficult back country trails that will challenge the toughest rider.

Close to the city is the Pump House Trail, located between Iron River Road and the Campbell River, features easily accessible, well-marked single-track trails. Get onto Highway 28 and turn onto the Duncan Bay Main and cross the Campbell River.

You’ll find one trailhead just south of the intersection of Duncan Bay and Iron River Road and another located west of Duncan Bay Road on Iron Bay Road.

The Snowden Demonstration Forest west of Campbell River and north of Highway 28 near Loveland Bay Provincial Park offers more than 30kms of trails suited to all levels of expertise and includes the Frog Lake and Lost Lake trail systems. Trails are usually 2 to 8 kms and frequently intertwine. Some of the easier routes follow old rail beds that have been rehabilitated as recreational trails.

Beginners should check out the Beaver Lodge Lands near the North Island College campus. Old rail grades, logging roads and hiking tracks make for an enjoyable tour through tall trees.

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Storey Creek Golf Club, just minutes south of Campbell River on Highway 19A, is consistently ranked in the top-10 public courses in BC, and has been ranked the number one public course by the PGA of BC. Quadra Island Golf, one of the newest courses on the West Coast, first opened for play in 2012, and it is truly a welcome addition.

Rainbow’s End Golf Course & Club House, just outside Sayward, is a fun little 9-hole track that has the casual, laid back attitude of a tortoise basking in the sun – and that’s a compliment.

Gold River GCC, nestled along the banks of the river that shares its name, is another one of the distinctly, “hard to focus on your game with all this beauty around,” courses the region has to offer, and Sequoia Springs Golf Course, the only course within the municipal boundaries of Campbell River itself, has a beauty all its own to go along with its accessibility, along with one of the most beautiful full-service clubhouses on Vancouver Island.

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Shoreline Arts This summer marks 20 years since Max Chickite carved Octi, the octopus out of a piece of driftwood. One man’s imagination is now a five day competition, featuring up to 30 carvers creating works of art out of raw cedar logs.

Every year in June, large logs are delivered to Frank James Park in Willow Point. The carvers meet up to review the rules and safety requirements, and to choose their logs.

The howl of the chainsaws starts and lasts until 7 pm, and eager spectators often visit daily to see what emerges.

By the weekend, most of the logs are almost completely transformed into whatever the carvers have imagined.

On the Saturday, there is a quick carve contest where carvers have an hour to transform smaller logs, and the results are then auctioned off to the public, with the carver sharing in the proceeds.

On the Sunday, most carvings are painted and varnished, and ready for judging. The public gets to vote for their favourite as well, but our expert consultants (professional carvers themselves), make the decision as to which carvings win the cash prizes in each category.

Sunday is also the day of the raffle.

First prize is The Pick of The Park – the winner gets to choose whichever carving they prefer.

Remaining carvings then are adopted by sponsoring companies or individuals to enjoy. So if you would like a carving, either buy the winning raffle ticket, be the most generous sponsor for second choice, or buy a quick-carve at auction!

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Spirit Square Spirit Square, Campbell River’s town centre, provides a wide open space for almost any kind of public gathering.

Celebrating a vibrant community, Spirit Square reflects Campbell River’s social diversity through a program of entertainment and public awareness events.

Spirit Square has a hot new entertainment schedule for 2016, as it continues to provide public access to a great number of community organizations.

The fun kicks off June 7 with the return of the weekly Tuesday noon hour Lunch in the Square concerts. The first performer of the season will be Easy Street.

Spirit Square will do it’s part for its country by hosting local talent on Canada Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get an early start with The NiteB4, June 30, with a salmon BBQ, car show, a country duds contest and music from Bijoux du Bayou.

The River Concert Series runs Thursday evenings in July and August.

On July 14-16, it’s the always popular Campbell River Mirror Charity Jazz & Blues Weekend.

A whole host of special events runs throughout the summer such as Aboriginal Day, Gay Pride, River City Artsfest, Theatre in the Square and more. Visit www.spiritsquare.ca and Facebook for the schedule.

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Elk Falls Campbell River’s newest attraction spans the roaring Elk Falls and offers breathtaking views of one of the area’s jewels.

The 60-metre long footbridge is suspended 64 metres above the canyon floor and takes you up above the falls; when the wind blows just right, you can feel the mist coming off the falls.

Since opening to the public in May of 2015, there have been 195,000 visitors to Elk Falls Park, inclusive of the new suspension bridge, the new trail areas established to link the new parking lot to the bridge, and two viewing platforms that offer iconic views of Elk Falls. A further 19,000 have gone through BC Hydro’s John Hart Interpretive Centre located in the Elk Falls Parking lot.

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When not shooting the breeze with old friends on this popular path, you will see residents walking along the shores of Discovery Passage their faces lifted up to the beautiful vista of sea, islands and mountains.

From Hidden Harbour in the north to Willow Point and beyond in the south, the Seawalk stretches along the community’s waterfront.

On the way you can watch boats being launched or stop and have a cup of coffee.

You can also see salmon in Willow Creek, eagles in the trees and, if you’re lucky, see killer whales and schools of dolphins and porpoises out in the water.

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Visitors and locals are encouraged to enjoy, learn, experience and share the history of our area, told in fresh, interactive ways.

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Quadra & Cortes Island There’s nothing like a short ferry ride across Discovery Passage to transport you to a magical dimension in West Coast living. Welcome to Quadra Island and its neighbour Cortes Island just beyond.

The measure of isolation these communities enjoy infuses them with unique characters and characteristics. Eclectic old timers, artists and artisans, First Nations people, retired and young families all share a pride of community and embrace a quality of stewardship that rubs off on all who visit.

Quadra Island boasts crystal clear waters, spectacular scenery and sandy beaches attracting many to Rebecca Spit for day picnics or overnight camping. Kayaking, beach-combing, swimming, nature hikes, snorkeling – Quadra also offers an extensive network of hiking and mountain biking trails that wind through lush rainforest and up exquisite moss-covered bluffs.

Visitors are drawn to the many special events and ceremonies during the year at the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre where the heritage and history of the We-Wai-Kai Band is vibrant and alive.

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Visitors on foot should check out the water taxi from Painter’s Lodge just north of Campbell River to April Point Lodge.

Cortes Island – This jewel is just a 40-minute ferry crossing from Quadra through idyllic islands surrounded by snowcapped mountain peaks.

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TO BOOK A PARK OR FIELD

complete a “Permit For Use” form available at the Sportsplex.

For details on applicable fees please contact the Sportsplex office at 250.923.7911.

Adams Park

2200 S. Island Hwy.

Applegate Park

2761 Apple Dr.

Baikie Island

2131 Island Hwy.

Barclay Park

4268 Barclay Rd.

Bowen Park

744 Bowen Rd.

Cambridge Park

732 Cambridge Dr.

Campbellton Park

1721/1741 15th Ave.

Centennial Park

230 4th Ave.

Charstate Park

600 Charstate Dr.

Coronation Park

27 Coronation Cr.

Dick Murphy Park

Spit Rd.

Discovery Pier

655 Island Hwy.

Ellis Park

1191 S. Island Hwy.

Frank James Park

2084 S. Island Hwy.

Gazelle Park

1185 Blesbok Rd.

Ball Diamonds Ball Hockey Court Basketball Court Beach Access Boat Ramp Bocce Community Gardens Disc Golf Dog Park Fishing Interpretive Centre Outdoor Pool Paved Walkways Playground Picnic Tables/Benches Sand Volleyball Court Skateboard Park Seasonal Concession Splash park Sporting Fields Tennis Courts Trails Washrooms- Seasonal Washrooms- Yearly Waterskiing

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Harrogate Park

302 Harrogate Rd.

Hidden Harbour

67 Island Hwy.

Hilchey Park

109 Hilchey Rd.

Jaycee Park

2500 S. Island Hwy.

Ken Forde Park

2501 S. Island Hwy.

Larwood Park

2400 S. Island Hwy.

Lilelana Park

770 Ralph Hutton Rd.

McCallum Park

991 S. Island Hwy.

McIvor Lake

McIvor Lake Rd.

Nunns Creek Park

1465 16th Ave.

Penfield West Park

2090 College Dr.

Pinecrest Park

360 Birch St.

Raven Park

2199 Tamarac St.

Robert Ostler Park

945 Island Hwy.

Robron Park

425 Merecroft Rd.

Rotary Beach Park

501/621 S. Island Hwy.

Ruby Park

1155 Ruby Rd.

Sequoia Park

471/491 S. Island Hwy.

Simms Park

145 Simms Rd.

Splash Park

(Willow Point Park)

corner of Penfield & Parkway Roads

Twillingate Park

3300 S. Island Hwy.

Washington

90 Washington Dr.

Willow Point Park

1800 S. Alder St.

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CAMPING

CAMPING & RV SITES

Brown’s Bay Resort

15021 Brown’s Bay Road

250-287-7108

Buttle Lake Campground

Highway 28, Strathcona Park, Campbell River

250-474-1336

www.brownsbayresort.com

Driftwood by the Sea

170 S. Island Hwy.

888-703-0373

www.driftwoodbythesea.com

Elk Falls Provincial Park

Hwy. 28, Campbell River

800-689-9025

www.rlcparks.ca

Loveland Bay Provincial Park

Hwy. 28, Campbell River

800-689-9025

www.rlcparks.ca

Miracle Beach Provincial Park

Hwy. 19A Black Creek

800-689-9025

www.rlcparks.ca

Morton Lake Provincial Park

Hwy. 19 Campbell River

800-689-9025

www.rlcparks.ca

Moutcha Bay Marina, RV Park & Campground

2249 Glenmore Road Campbell River

250-923-2908

www. nootkamarineadventures.com

Pacific Playgrounds International

9082 Clarkson Drive Black Creek

250-337-5600

www.pacificplaygrounds.ca

Parkside Campground & RV Park

6301 Gold River Hwy

250-830-1428

www.parksidecampingrv.com

Ralph River Campground

Buttle Lake Western Mines Road

250-474-1336

Salmon Point Resort RV Park & Marina

2176 Salmon Point Rd

866-246-6605

www.salmonpoint.com

Schoen Lake Provincial Park

Hwy. 19 Campbell River

n/a

www.rlcparks.ca

Smelt Bay Provincial Park

Cortes Island

800-689-9025

www.rlcparks.ca

Strathcona Provincial Park

41040 Gold River Hwy

800-689-9025

www.rlcparks.ca

Taylor’s Sandy Beach Resort

8950 Clarkson Drive Black Creek

250-337-5547

www.sandy-beach.com

Thunderbird RV Park & Campground

2660 Spit Rd., Campbell River

250-286-3344

www.thunderbirdrvpark.com

Tsa-Kwa-Luten Lodge

1 Lighthouse Road Quadra Island

800-665-7745

www.capemudgeresort.bc.ca

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GETTING HERE

Distances to Campbell River Atlin ................................................... 1,651 km (1,026 m) Land Travel Banff ............................................... 1,004 km (624 m) Travelling north on Highway 19 is 153 Bella Coola ................................. 1,158 km (720 m) kilometres from Nanaimo or 264 Calgary .......................................... 1,132 km (703 m) kilometres from Victoria. If you prefer Castlegar ..................................... 773 km (480 m) the scenic route, follow the starfish along Chilliwack ...................................... 311 km (193 m) Highway 19A. Look for the official “starfish” Courtenay................................... 50 km (31 m) signs south of Parksville and at other exits Cranbrook ................................... 1,002 km (623 m) along Highway 19.

Edmonton ................................... 1,312 km (815 m) Motorcoach Fernie.............................................. 1,120 km (696 m) Greyhound services between Vancouver Fort St. John ............................ 1,399 km (869 m) and Nanaimo now operate as connecting Jasper ........................................... 951 km (591 m) shuttles. Passengers travel by BC Ferries Kamloops ..................................... 512 km (318 m) as walk-on passengers, with connecting Kelowna ......................................... 552 km (343 m) coach shuttles at each end of the route.

McBride ......................................... 917 km (570 m) Greyhound services all points from Victoria Merritt ............................................ 428 km (266 m) to Campbell River.

Nanaimo....................................... 153 km (95 m) Nelson ............................................ 814 km (506 m) Ferry Service Osoyoos ....................................... 553 km (344 m) BC Ferries run scheduled trips between Parksville....................................... 117 km (73 m) the BC Coast and Vancouver Island as well Penticton...................................... 552 km (343 m) as Vancouver Island routes. Be sure to Port Coquitlam ....................... 196 km (122 m) check out route and fare information on Port Hardy.................................. 238 km (148 m) their website: www.bcferries.com Port McNeill ................................ 198 km (123 m) Prince George.......................... 940 km (584 m) Sea Travel Qualicum Beach..................... 107 km (66 m) Campbell River is a boaters’ paradise with Seattle ........................................... 366 km (227 m) a full range of services and facilities. From Sparwood ................................... 1,127 km (700 m) moorage to boat repair. Before heading Spokane ....................................... 773 km (480 m) out, consult current tide tables and marine Tofino .............................................. 274 km (170 m) charts to familiarize yourself with the Trail ................................................... 785 km (488 m) waterways around Campbell River.

Ucluelet.......................................... 248 km (154 m) Air Travel Vancouver................................... 172 km (107 m) Victoria........................................... 264 km (164 m) Scheduled daily flights arrive at Campbell River and District Regional Airport (YBL) Whistler ......................................... 253 km (157 m) from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) Whitehorse ................................ 1,637 km (1,017 m) and other areas. Car rentals are available.

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