Campbell River, also known as Wiwek̓a̱m, is the fourth largest city on Vancouver Island. The city is located in the province of British Columbia on the east coast of Vancouver Island at the south end of the Discovery Passage. Campbell River is close to Quadra Island, Discovery Island, Sayward, Oyster River community, Gold River village, Tahsis, and Zeballos. Campbell River got its name from Captain George Henry Richards around 1859. He named the river after Dr. Samuel Campbell, a captain of the ship and a surgeon; though some historians believe it to be true, some are doubtful. The community took the name of "Campbell River" when its post office was opened in 1907. Campbell River has long been called "the Salmon Capital of the World"; therefore, one of the main activities that people do around here is fishing. Other things to do are skiing, wilderness experiences, whale watching, playing golf, and many more.
Average Weather in Campbell River
Campbell River has an oceanic climate (Köppen climate classification). The temperature goes from an average height of 24°C (75.2°F) in August to an average low of 0°C (32°F) in January.
The Best Time to Visit Campbell River
The best time to visit Campbell River is from May 21st to September 23rd. It is when the weather is mild, and the city is full of tourists.
Discovering Beauty and Entertainment in Campbell River
Campbell River is located in a place that has many fantastic natural beauties. Campbell River waterfalls like Elk Falls and Deer Falls have their unique beauty. Campbell River also has a rich and diverse ecosystem, so don't miss the wildlife tours like bear watching and whale watching. Of course, these activities are seasonal; whale watching is possible from April to October and bear watching from mid-August to October. Since Campbell River is the capital of salmon, one of the main tourist attractions is the annual Fall Salmon Run which starts in late August and lasts till early November. If you want to catch some fish, at least one of five species of salmon lives in Campbell River's water. Plan your visit in summer and get help from small fishing boats at Discovery Passage; it's called guided fishing. As for entertainment Campbell River offers CR Bowling and Rivercity Players theatre both near Nuun's Creek Park in the middle of the city and many pubs and restaurants.
Gardens, Parks, and Natural Green Attractions in Campbell River
Coronation Park
Sequoia Park
Robert V. Ostler Park
Nuuns Creek Park
Myrt Thompson Trail Head
Dick Murphy Park
Raven Park
Quinsam Campground
Rotary Beach Park
Charstate Park
Beaver Lodge Lands
Campbell River Bike Park
Frank James Park
Willow Point Park
Elk Falls Provincial Park and Protected Area
The Garden Party
Mountain View Community Garden
Garden Centre at The Home Depot
Campbell River Garden Centre
Beaches, Lakes, Rivers, and Water-based Activities in Campbell River
Public transportation in Campbell River includes bus, taxi, ferry, and airplane.
Where to Stay in Campbell River
Downtown is the best place for staying because it's close to the tourist attractions of Campbell River, such as museums and galleries. Also, it has better access to the Campbell River Transit System. Here is a list of all the accommodations at different prices.
Hotels: Comfort Inn & Suites, Campbell River, Herons Landing Hotel, Painter's Lodge, Chateau Riverside Boutique Hotel, Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River
Hostels:
Vista Del Mar Motel, Anchor Inn & Suites, Above Tide Motel, Coast Discovery Inn, Town Centre Inn, Campbell River Lodge by Riverside
Shopping in Campbell River
Campbell River offers few shopping options; most of them are gift shops and located downtown. Here is a list of the best shopping malls and local shops in Campbell River:
French Creek Collective, Wei Wai Kum House of Treasures, Mussels and More Pottery, Awatin Aboriginal Art, Mariner Square Shopping Centre, Apple Seed Cottage, Secrets of Asia Imports, Campbell River Common and Discovery Harbour Shopping Centre.
Food and Beverage Services in Campbell River
Restaurant and Café in Campbell River
Campbell River, with many good restaurants and cafés, makes it hard to choose one. But here are some of them:
Take outs, Dick's Fish & Chips, Dine ins, White Tower Restaurant, McDonald's, Jigger's Grill, Harbour Grill, Spice Hut Indian Cuisine, Royal Aroma, Dockside Fish & Chip, Quay West Kitchen(Casual Dining), Shot In The Dark Cafe, Sunny Day Café, Ideal Café, Q Beans Coffee Ltd, Sunny Day Cafe, The Java Shack, Brew unto Others.
Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries, Pubs, and Bars in Campbell River
Campbell River has a few but good quality wineries. Willow Point Wines U-Vin, Wine With Us Ltd, Home Brew Factory & Wine Boutique, Beach Fire Brewing, and Nosh House, North Island Brewing Corp are some of the best.
There is only one distillery in the area, and that is Shelter Point Distillery. It is one of the district's tourist attractions that needs about 20 minutes of driving to the southeast but is worth the trip.
Out of all Campbell River's pubs and bars, it's hard to choose one place. Here is a list of high rated pubs and bars: Riptide Marine Pub, Tyee Pub at Painter's Lodge, Moxie's Grill & Bar, Minecraft bar and grill
Health and Wellness in Campbell River
Sport and Wellness Centers, Spas, and Recreational Therapy in Campbell River
CBI Health Centre - Campbell River
ALC Health & Nutrition
Little Ladybug Yoga
Pure Martial Arts & Fitness
Anytime Fitness
Ocean Mountain Yoga
Yard Fitness
Heart and Soul Muay Thai
Parallel 50 Training Centre
Inner Energy Health and Wellness Distance Healer
Live Love Laugh Esthetics
Willow Medical Aesthetics - Dr Liezl Sullivan
Sage Spa
Harbour Nails and Spa
Pier Street Salon & Day Spa
Cavallo Aesthetics & Day Spa
Merle Norman Cosmetics & Day Spa
Harbour Nails and Spa
Ankor Salon and Spa
Balance BodyWorX Natural Spa
Form. Wellness + Studio
Thrive Therapeutics
Campbell River Massage Therapy Clinic
The Good Ninas
Ocean City Massage Therapy Clinic
Fifth Element Massage
Willow Point Massage Therapy
Natasha Rowe RMT
What you Can Expect to Do Near Campbell River
Hiking on the Mount Menzies Access Road
Hiking on the Riley Lake to Lookout Loop to Lost Frog
Hiking on the Beaver Pond Elk Falls Circular Route
Hiking on the Quinsam River Hatchery Trail
Hiking on the Elk Falls via Millenium Trail
Hiking on Elk Falls Viewing Platform Trail
Hiking on the Campbell River Canyon View Trail
Mount Adrian Snowmobiling
Mount Washington Snowmobiling
Mount Washington Snowboarding
Mount Washington Snowshoeing
Mount Washington Skiing
Camping in Buttle Lake Campground
Camping in Ralph River Campground
Camping in Baby Bedwell Lake Campground
What you Can Expect to See Near Campbell River
Buttle Lake
Campbell River
Campbell Lake
Mount McBride
Elkhorn Mountain
Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens
Deer Falls
Halifax Range
Strathcona Provincial Park
Lupin Falls
Lady Falls
Brown's River Falls
Myra Falls (Lower Myra Falls)
Elk Falls
Elk Falls Provincial Park
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