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A BC Circle Tour From Vancouver Island to Northern BC and Back
Continue Reading: A BC Circle Tour From Vancouver Island to Northern BC and BackAs I have family and friends in the Prince George and Burns Lake area of Northern BC my husband and I thought it would be fun to circumnavigate BC, driving up through the centre of the province. Then we would head west to Prince Rupert…
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Where to Go Camping and RVing in British Columbia
Continue Reading: Where to Go Camping and RVing in British ColumbiaChoosing the right campsite and doing the research, you must consider factors such as location, amenities, scenery, and activities available. The map located on campingrvbc.com allows users to search and locate over 1,700 campgrounds offering unique camping experiences. Here is an overview of the opportunities.
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Explore Spirit Loop on Vancouver Island
Continue Reading: Explore Spirit Loop on Vancouver IslandVancouver Island’s Pacific Marine Circle Route or Spirit Loop as it is now called parallels part of the West Coast Trail on Vancouver Island but is more attainable for the average person not into extreme hikes. It can also be done by car or in…
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Explore British Columbia’s Scenic West Kootenays
Continue Reading: Explore British Columbia’s Scenic West KootenaysMountains, lakes and old-growth forests make up the West Kootenays, a scenic and outdoorsy area of the Kootenays region in southeastern BC. Bordering Washington, Idaho and the edge of Montana, it’s nestled between the Okanagan and the East Kootenays, with the Purcell Mountain range as…
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Campsite Criteria to Consider for the RVer
Continue Reading: Campsite Criteria to Consider for the RVerWhenever we visit a new campground, after settling in we take a walk around making notes on the various sites for reference should we return. We have our favorite spaces at places we frequent and if those aren’t available, we simply don’t go or choose…
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Camping at Mabel Lake Provincial Park in British Columbia’s North Okanagan
Continue Reading: Camping at Mabel Lake Provincial Park in British Columbia’s North OkanaganMabel Lake is about 30 kilometres long and attracts the fishermen in the family. Many were fishing in small boats, belly boats and from the shore. Being that my husband will take any opportunity to fish, it worked great for me as it gave me…
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Village of Radium Hot Springs, BC: A Great Place for a Fall Trip
Continue Reading: Village of Radium Hot Springs, BC: A Great Place for a Fall TripRadium still had the same welcoming feel, a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts young and old. Being that it was mid-September, we could sense that things were slowing down for the winter. We were immediately greeted by the bighorn sheep at the gas station as we…
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Port Renfrew, British Columbia: Fall Camping, Old Growth Forests and Beautiful Beaches
Continue Reading: Port Renfrew, British Columbia: Fall Camping, Old Growth Forests and Beautiful BeachesWe arrived at our destination, Port Renfrew. It is well known for being the trailhead for the Juan de Fuca Trail and the West Coast Trail, as well as, the beautiful, natural Botanical Beach.
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Wonder and Awe – Yoho National Park in BC’s Kootenay Rockies
Continue Reading: Wonder and Awe – Yoho National Park in BC’s Kootenay RockiesIf you are looking for stunning steep mountains, spectacular waterfalls and turquoise glacial waters, Yoho National Park is the place to visit! Named for the Cree expression “wonder and awe”, it perfectly describes the park.
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Kayaking the Nuchatlitz on BC’s West Coast
Continue Reading: Kayaking the Nuchatlitz on BC’s West CoastThe west coast of Vancouver Island is a rugged and beautiful place. Windswept beaches, crystal-clear bays, and dramatic rock formations make the area a mecca for kayakers seeking a multi-day adventure.
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Soak in the Sunshine Coast Along BC’s Salish Sea Route – Saltery Bay to Lund
Continue Reading: Soak in the Sunshine Coast Along BC’s Salish Sea Route – Saltery Bay to LundIndigenous cultures, artistic communities, sea-inspired activities, spectacular coastlines and old growth forests make up British Columbia’s Salish Sea Coastal Route.
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Soak in the Sunshine Coast Along BC’s Salish Sea Route – Langdale to Egmont
Continue Reading: Soak in the Sunshine Coast Along BC’s Salish Sea Route – Langdale to EgmontIndigenous cultures, artistic communities, sea-inspired activities, spectacular coastlines and old growth forests make up British Columbia’s Salish Sea Coastal Route.
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Kokanee Creek Provincial Park, British Columbia
Continue Reading: Kokanee Creek Provincial Park, British ColumbiaKokanee Creek Provincial Park is a large and popular campground 20 minutes east of Nelson. The park has four separate campgrounds, accepts reservations for 132 of its 189 vehicle-accessible sites, and has many things to see and do during your stay.
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Haida Gwaii Adventures, British Columbia
Continue Reading: Haida Gwaii Adventures, British ColumbiaWe had heard much about Haida Gwaii, the mystical secluded archipelago made up of a cluster of islands off the northern coast of BC. We were eager to discover it for ourselves. It’s sparsely populated and not easy to get to. Most of the inhabitants…
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Winter Activities On British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast for Snowbird RVers
Continue Reading: Winter Activities On British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast for Snowbird RVersThere’s plenty to do both inside and out if you’re RVing on the Sunshine Coast in the winter. From the artistic community of Gibsons northeast to the harbour village of Lund, mountains meet the sea along the Sunshine Coast, a mainland area uniquely only accessible…
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Winter in Valemount, British Columbia: Where the Mountains Move You
Continue Reading: Winter in Valemount, British Columbia: Where the Mountains Move YouIf you want to embrace winter without the crowds, head to Valemount in east-central British Columbia, a village with epic snow-filled adventures and activities. But be prepared, this place takes the white stuff seriously.
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5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in Wine Country, Okanagan, British Columbia
Continue Reading: 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in Wine Country, Okanagan, British ColumbiaAs cooler temperatures emerge, and the snow blankets the vineyards, the valley transforms from a sun-soaked paradise to the ultimate winter destination. From champagne powder to frozen waterfalls to theatrical sleigh ride shows, the winter can be a magical time to explore the Okanagan.
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Sooke to Port Renfrew: A Day Tour to Experience the Rugged Pacific Coast on Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Continue Reading: Sooke to Port Renfrew: A Day Tour to Experience the Rugged Pacific Coast on Vancouver Island, British ColumbiaAlong the route are sandy beaches, panoramic mountain and ocean views, sea lion caves, tidal pools, surfing, hiking trails and a variety of places to dine.
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Vancouver Island, British Columbia Off-Season Adventures
Continue Reading: Vancouver Island, British Columbia Off-Season AdventuresCanada’s Mediterranean’, is how I like to refer to Central Vancouver Island. It offers more year-round outdoor recreational opportunities in mind-blowing scenery, than I’ll ever have time to enjoy in one lifetime. But I’m trying– and the best part is that so many activities are…
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Exploring North Vancouver Island, British Columbia – Port McNeill & Port Hardy to Coal Harbour & Cape Scott
Continue Reading: Exploring North Vancouver Island, British Columbia – Port McNeill & Port Hardy to Coal Harbour & Cape ScottWe headed over to Coal Harbour (no, not the one in Vancouver). It was a short 30-minute drive from the campsite on paved roads. Coal Harbour is located on Quatsino Sound which provides boat access to communities such as Holberg and Port Alice. It is…
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Exploring North Vancouver Island, British Columbia – Sayward to Port McNeill
Continue Reading: Exploring North Vancouver Island, British Columbia – Sayward to Port McNeillIn 8 days, we travelled north from Campbell River to Port Hardy and west from Port Hardy to Cape Scott Park. We explored communities such as Sayward, Telegraph Cove, Port McNeil, Port Alice and Port Hardy and many smaller communities in between. If you are…
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Bridge Lake Ice Caves in British Columbia’s Cariboo: A Cool Place to Visit on a Hot Day
Continue Reading: Bridge Lake Ice Caves in British Columbia’s Cariboo: A Cool Place to Visit on a Hot DayA Recreation Sites and Trails BC location, the Bridge Lake Ice Caves highlight a unique geological feature of the Bridge Lake shoreline. The annual freeze/thaw process, coupled with ongoing erosion, has created a shoreline full of crevices into which the annual snowfall melts and refreezes…
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Green Lake Provincial Park in British Columbia’s Cariboo is a Great Destination for a Camping Holiday
Continue Reading: Green Lake Provincial Park in British Columbia’s Cariboo is a Great Destination for a Camping HolidayThe park contains three vehicle accessible campgrounds: Arrowhead, Sunset View, and Emerald Bay. On our most recent trip to Green Lake Provincial Park, we stayed at the Emerald Bay campground, which offers a mix of single and double campsites.
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Summer in Valemount, British Columbia: Where the Mountains Move You
Continue Reading: Summer in Valemount, British Columbia: Where the Mountains Move YouJust over an hour west of Jasper, Alberta, Valemount is in the Robson Valley, situated along and east of Highway 5 (Yellowhead Hwy) and nestled between the Rocky, Monashee and Cariboo mountains (to the east, south and west). It’s a municipality with a big heart…
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Bridge Lake Provincial Park Nestled in the Interlakes Region of British Columbia’s Cariboo
Continue Reading: Bridge Lake Provincial Park Nestled in the Interlakes Region of British Columbia’s CaribooBridge Lake is one of many, many lakes in the Interlakes District, a region known for fishing. In fact, Highway 24, stretching from 100 Mile House to Little Fort, is often referred to as the Fishing Highway and Bridge Lake is situated smack dab in…
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Experience Terrace Treasures in British Columbia’s North
Continue Reading: Experience Terrace Treasures in British Columbia’s NorthLet’s visit a place where you can enjoy the wilderness, hiking, cultural diversity, fishing, and great campgrounds plus convenient shopping. Welcome to Terrace, “A place to belong,” a city of about 15,000 on Highway 16/The Yellowhead. It sits at the junction of the Skeena and…
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Hiking to French Mine Near Hedley in British Columbia’s Okanagan
Continue Reading: Hiking to French Mine Near Hedley in British Columbia’s OkanaganTo access the French Mine site, head east past Hedley and turn off on the Hedley Nickel Plate Road after about 3 kilometres. As we wound our way up the mountainside, we enjoyed spectacular views of the valley below.
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Plan a Camping Trip to British Columbia’s Similkameen Valley
Continue Reading: Plan a Camping Trip to British Columbia’s Similkameen ValleyThe campsite at Stemwinder in British Columbia’s Similkameen Valley consists of 28 vehicle accessible campsites sandwiched between Highway 3 and the Similkameen River. The campground is generally laid out on two levels, the top level is right beside the highway and the sites are fairly…
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Jesmond Fire Lookout – Part of British Columbia’s History
Continue Reading: Jesmond Fire Lookout – Part of British Columbia’s HistoryLocated in BC’s Cariboo region, the Jesmond Fire Lookout, maintained by Recreation Sites and Trails BC, preserves one of the still-remaining historic fire watch towers in British Columbia.
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Travel the Stunning Stewart-Cassiar/Highway 37 in Northern BC
Continue Reading: Travel the Stunning Stewart-Cassiar/Highway 37 in Northern BCThe Stewart-Cassiar Highway is 724 km of stunning scenery in British Columbia’s north. My husband and I took our time exploring this amazing area from the Yukon border in the north, to Kitwanga in the south and over to Stewart and Hyder, Alaska.
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RVing in British Columbia This Winter? Here’s Some Camping Trip Prep
Continue Reading: RVing in British Columbia This Winter? Here’s Some Camping Trip PrepBefore you set off, winter camping comes with its own unique challenges and safety considerations, so you’ll need to prepare the RV for various conditions before embarking on a trip. Below is some helpful advice to make your winter RV trip a more carefree one.
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Winter Camping for the Beginner in British Columbia
Continue Reading: Winter Camping for the Beginner in British ColumbiaWinter can be a magical time to explore British Columbia and try new activities. Thankfully, there are many campgrounds and parks – both private and public – open in the ‘off-season’.
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Exploring British Columbia’s BC Ale Trail
Continue Reading: Exploring British Columbia’s BC Ale TrailAlmost 200 breweries dot the super, natural landscapes of British Columbia. Let the BC Ale Trail be your guide for exploring BC’s ancient rainforests, vast, raw nature, mountain peaks that touch the sky, historical ranch-lands, West Coast culture, farm-to-glass culinary experiences, lakeside lifestyles and cities…
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Who is Your Wildlife Companion In British Columbia?
Continue Reading: Who is Your Wildlife Companion In British Columbia?Have you ever thought about who your wildlife camping companions really are? Have you ever just sat quietly for 60 seconds and listened? This could make a great camping activity for the whole family, by making it a family tradition where once a day the…
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The Underwater ‘Treasures’ of Pavilion Lake in British Columbia’s Cariboo
Continue Reading: The Underwater ‘Treasures’ of Pavilion Lake in British Columbia’s CaribooWhile the steep limestone cliffs and colourful water provide a beautiful destination above the water, Pavilion Lake is internationally known for what lays below the surface.
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Eco-Friendly Items for Your Campsite
Continue Reading: Eco-Friendly Items for Your CampsiteThere are many ways we can be eco-friendly campers and RVers and responsible global citizens. Choose and use biodegradable and recyclable products and recycle and dispose of waste properly and safely while outdoors.
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Kayaking in British Columbia’s Nootka Sound Off the West Coast of Vancouver Island
Continue Reading: Kayaking in British Columbia’s Nootka Sound Off the West Coast of Vancouver IslandMulti-day ocean kayaking trips are an excellent way to explore some of the hidden treasures of the BC coast. When looking for a kayaking location offering a diversity of scenery, Nootka Sound scores highly as it offers both calm and protected waters.
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Follow the BC Farmers’ Market Trail on Your British Columbia Travels
Continue Reading: Follow the BC Farmers’ Market Trail on Your British Columbia TravelsAt 145+ authentic farmers’ markets, you’ll find dedicated vendors who grow, make, bake, or raise the products they sell, across 10 regions of British Columbia. Take a peek and get inspired by the bustling markets local to some of our featured regions!
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Plan to Visit Marble Canyon Provincial Park in British Columbia’s Cariboo Region
Continue Reading: Plan to Visit Marble Canyon Provincial Park in British Columbia’s Cariboo RegionThe dry interior of the province is one of our favourite camping destinations. Marble Canyon Provincial Park, located along Highway 99 between Cache Creek and Lillooet, fits the bill for everything we like.
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Experience Clearwater Lake, Wells Gray Provincial Park, British Columbia
Continue Reading: Experience Clearwater Lake, Wells Gray Provincial Park, British ColumbiaWells Gray Provincial Park offers a multitude of front country and backcountry opportunities. From waterfall viewing to hiking, to water sports, this park has it all.
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The Final 5 Days in a Rental RV Exploring the Coastal Mountains of BC
Continue Reading: The Final 5 Days in a Rental RV Exploring the Coastal Mountains of BCHaving picked up our RV rental in Delta, BC the first five days of our circle tour took us to Manning Park, Merritt, Kamloops and on our 4th night we stayed at Pinantan Lake Resort north off Hwy 5.
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How to Respect and Observe Wildlife and Our Natural Surroundings with the BC Camper’s Code
Continue Reading: How to Respect and Observe Wildlife and Our Natural Surroundings with the BC Camper’s CodeThe Camper’s Code is a health and safety initiative that has nine simple rules that are easy to follow. When outdoor enthusiasts respect the rules, camping continues to be enjoyable for all and nature remains pristine and animals stay wild. This blog explains: Respect Wildlife,…
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Boating and Other Watersports are Popular in British Columbia
Continue Reading: Boating and Other Watersports are Popular in British ColumbiaDoes floating along in a kayak on the quiet waters of a sheltered cove appeal to you? Or, is experiencing the thrill of whitewater rafting or dancing on the wake of a boat on water skis more your style? Perhaps you enjoy the flap of…
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A 10-day Tour in a C-Class Motorhome Exploring British Columbia’s Coastal Mountains
Continue Reading: A 10-day Tour in a C-Class Motorhome Exploring British Columbia’s Coastal MountainsI’ve always wanted to go exploring in a Motorhome from Vancouver to the Cariboo and to see some of the Coastal Mountains en route. So, we took a circle route that started out east on Hwy 1 and ended up back on Hwy 99 to…
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Follow the Camper’s Code and be a Responsible and Safe Camper
Continue Reading: Follow the Camper’s Code and be a Responsible and Safe CamperStore Food Safely, Don’t Litter and Practice Fire Safety are the next three easy-to-follow rules of the Camper’s Code. When outdoor enthusiasts abide by these rules, camping continues to be enjoyable for all, nature remains pristine and animals stay wild.
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Hiking in British Columbia is a Popular Activity so be Prepared
Continue Reading: Hiking in British Columbia is a Popular Activity so be PreparedThere are thousands of hiking trails in British Columbia, from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Coast, trails that lead to panoramic mountain-top views, tranquil lakes, and breathtaking waterfalls. British Columbia has a large variety of hikes for everyone of all fitness levels.
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Be a Respectful Camper and Practice the Camper’s Code
Continue Reading: Be a Respectful Camper and Practice the Camper’s CodeThe Camper’s Code is a health and safety initiative comprised of nine easy-to-follow rules. When outdoor enthusiasts abide by these rules camping continues to be enjoyable for all, nature remains pristine and animals stay wild. Let’s examine three of these rules: Plan Ahead and Be…
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Biking and Cycling in British Columbia is a Popular Pastime
Continue Reading: Biking and Cycling in British Columbia is a Popular PastimeThere are short 3-5km rides and all-day trail rides waiting to tempt the outdoor enthusiast and avid cyclist of all ages. Major trails criss-cross parts, or all, of British Columbia including, the Trans Canada Trail which traverses the country and in BC stretches from Victoria…
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Pender Island, British Columbia: The Perfect Weekend Away
Continue Reading: Pender Island, British Columbia: The Perfect Weekend AwayIf you are looking for a new adventure, why not consider one of the Gulf Islands situated off the east coast of Vancouver Island, BC? A few summers ago we decided to pick one or two Gulf Islands each year to explore, and Pender Island…
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British Columbia’s Wildlife A Sight to Behold
Continue Reading: British Columbia’s Wildlife A Sight to BeholdBritish Columbia is known for its magnificent mountains, pristine lakes, lush green forests and the Pacific Ocean. It’s therefore not surprising that residing within this bountiful environment are well over 1,000 different species of wildlife including hundreds of birds and fish, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles.
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Wintering in BC’s Okanagan? Check Out Things To Do Oliver to Osoyoos
Continue Reading: Wintering in BC’s Okanagan? Check Out Things To Do Oliver to OsoyoosThe towns of Oliver and Osoyoos, located on the southern end of British Columbia’s Highway 97, are popular with outdoor enthusiasts year-round and attract thousands of snowbirds and RVers in the winter months.
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Wintering in BC’s Okanagan? Check out Things To Do from Kelowna to Penticton
Continue Reading: Wintering in BC’s Okanagan? Check out Things To Do from Kelowna to PentictonSnowbirds and off-season RVers head to British Columbia’s mid-Okanagan, sometimes called the “Napa of the North”, for more than its sunny and mild winter days. There are plenty of activities and things to try, both out of doors and in.
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Snowbirds! Explore the Communities South of Vancouver and the Fraser Valley
Continue Reading: Snowbirds! Explore the Communities South of Vancouver and the Fraser ValleyTrips to take on bright sunny days this winter that will provide a flavour of the local communities and regions south of Vancouver – Richmond and Delta as well as White Rock and Langley.
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Snowbirds! Spending Your Winter in the Vancouver Area? Check Out This Side Trip – North Vancouver to Whistler
Continue Reading: Snowbirds! Spending Your Winter in the Vancouver Area? Check Out This Side Trip – North Vancouver to WhistlerThe Sea to Sky Highway hugs the coastline as it winds its way north offering up stunning views across Howe Sound and to the mountains beyond. It then heads inland north of Squamish to the year-round destination of world-famous Whistler and Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort.…
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Snowbirds! Spending Your Winter in the Vancouver Area? Check Out These Side Trips
Continue Reading: Snowbirds! Spending Your Winter in the Vancouver Area? Check Out These Side TripsHeading east from Vancouver through the Fraser Valley via scenic Highway 7 to Harrison Hot Springs, cityscapes soon open up into country with stunning views over fields and mountains.
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Chasm Provincial Park – A Hidden Gem in British Columbia’s Cariboo Region
Continue Reading: Chasm Provincial Park – A Hidden Gem in British Columbia’s Cariboo RegionIn British Columbia we are fortunate to have a wealth of spectacular destinations. Sometimes, however, on our way to somewhere else we stumble onto a gem hidden in plain sight. Chasm Provincial Park, located just north of Clinton in the Cariboo region, is one of…
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Porpoise Bay Provincial Park on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast – A Great Place for a Camping Holiday
Continue Reading: Porpoise Bay Provincial Park on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast – A Great Place for a Camping HolidayPorpoise Bay Provincial Park is an ideal destination for family fun. At only four kilometres north of Sechelt and at the very south end of the Sechelt Inlet, Porpoise Bay Provincial Park makes an excellent base camp for a larger exploration of the Sunshine Coast.…
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Plan a Trip to Smithers in Northern British Columbia – Where There’s Plenty to See & Do
Continue Reading: Plan a Trip to Smithers in Northern British Columbia – Where There’s Plenty to See & DoSmithers is an Alpine-themed town halfway between Prince George and Prince Rupert. We had fun wandering the six-block main street where 7 ft. tall Alpine Al plays a giant alphorn carved out of a 1,000year-old cedar. The Sausage Factory (1107 Main St.) has been providing…
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Visit Bromley Rock Provincial Park in BC’s Okanagan Similkameen
Continue Reading: Visit Bromley Rock Provincial Park in BC’s Okanagan SimilkameenBromley Rock Provincial Park is a small and extremely popular campsite in the south Okanagan. Offering just 17 sites, Bromley Rock can be tricky to get into, but last summer we were fortunate to get a last-minute Discover Camping reservation. This allowed us to extend…
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Hiking Etiquette: 6 Tips for Sharing the Trails
Continue Reading: Hiking Etiquette: 6 Tips for Sharing the TrailsUnlike team sports like basketball or hockey, hiking and camping have no rulebook. But there are several unwritten rules of hiking etiquette that keep everyone happy and safe while protecting the wilderness too. Keep these camping and hiking etiquette tips in mind so we can…
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Discover 8 Camping Experiences in British Columbia This Summer
Continue Reading: Discover 8 Camping Experiences in British Columbia This SummerFor those of us who are lucky enough to live in BC, we have an incredible backyard to explore. From remote wilderness experiences, family-friendly campgrounds to luxury glamping, BC offers an array of camping options. We have a short list of camping options slightly off…
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Three Places Where British Columbia’s Cariboo Region Locals Like to Camp
Continue Reading: Three Places Where British Columbia’s Cariboo Region Locals Like to CampOver the past few years, these local families have shared their Cariboo Region camping experiences with us—from the new places they’ve only just discovered to those family-favourites that they love to revisit.
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Camping in British Columbia’s West Kootenays: Checking out three great campsites
Continue Reading: Camping in British Columbia’s West Kootenays: Checking out three great campsitesCamping in the West Kootenay’s is a great way to explore the area and visit communities like Nakusp and Burton. So in July 2020, we visited three campgrounds near or on the shores of Arrow Lake and the town of Nakusp.
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Camping at its best: Revelstoke to Galena Bay, British Columbia
Continue Reading: Camping at its best: Revelstoke to Galena Bay, British ColumbiaIf you are looking for some great camping and hiking, check out the corridor (Highway 23) between Revelstoke and Galena Bay. Surrounded by stunning mountain views – Selkirk Mountains on the east and Monashee Mountains on the west – this area is worth the trip!
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Exploring History in New Denver, British Columbia
Continue Reading: Exploring History in New Denver, British ColumbiaNot only is B.C. wild and beautiful, it’s rich in history too. Last summer we took a road trip through the Kootenay Rockies region, hoping to get a taste of some of the wildest camping Canada has to offer.
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