Campbell River/Strathcona in 3 Days

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What you’ll do

Set out on a three-day adventure to Campbell River and Strathcona Provincial Park, one of the best areas for outdoor exploration on Vancouver Island.

Home to the island’s largest mountains, Strathcona offers stunning alpine lake hikes, majestic waterfalls, secret caves and breathtaking vistas at every turn.

Campbell River, known as the "Salmon Capital of the World," is perfect for fishing, wildlife viewing, and outdoor fun.

Whether you're hiking through rugged peaks or enjoying serene lakeside views, this region delivers the ultimate combination of adventure and natural beauty!

Disclaimer: Our Vancouver Island travel guide offers packed, detailed itineraries designed to help you make the most of your time exploring this beautiful and diverse region. Vancouver Island is vast, with countless sights to see and experiences to enjoy, so there is plenty of ground to cover. While our itineraries provide a full and exciting schedule, we encourage you to tailor your trip to fit your preferences.

Please keep in mind that driving distances between destinations can vary significantly. We recommend doing some research to understand the travel times between locations and planning your route accordingly. Our itineraries are meant to inspire your journey, allowing you the flexibility to make your trip as short, long, busy, or relaxed as you like.

Happy exploring!

Campbell River is a beautiful ocean side town with lots of wildlife opportunities.

Book a whale watching tour, grizzly bear tour, fishing charter or throw a line in alongside many other anglers hoping to hook a nice salmon.

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Sunny Day Café
Sunny Day Café
Cozy café with delicious food
Category
Restaurant
Est. Price
$$
Restaurant Type
Any
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1.3 km (0.8 mi)

3 min

We recommend choosing a wildlife tour while you are here. Keep in mind these tours typically take 3-4 hours, so choosing just one might be all you have time for.

2

Campbell River Grizzly Bear Tour
Campbell River Grizzly Bear Tour
Bute Inlet Grizzly Watching Tour
Category
Sightseeing
Est. Price
$$
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3

Campbell River Whale Watching and Adventure Tours
Campbell River Whale Watching and Adventure Tours
Exciting wildlife adventures in Campbell River
Category
Tours
Est. Price
$$$
Est. Duration
3-4h
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1 km (0.6 mi)

2 min

4

Coastal Wilderness Adventures Sportfishing
Coastal Wilderness Adventures Sportfishing
Premium sportfishing in Campbell River
Category
Tours
Est. Price
$$
Est. Duration
3-4h
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7.1 km (4.4 mi)

58 min

5

Westcoastees Campbell River
Westcoastees Campbell River
Canadian graphic tees with West Coast vibe
Category
Shop
Est. Price
$$
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220 m (0.1 mi)

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Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf
The heart of Campbell River
Category
Sightseeing
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1.8 km (1.1 mi)

3 min

7

Riptide Marine Pub
Riptide Marine Pub
Cozy oceanside pub with locally-sourced cuisine
Category
Restaurant
Est. Price
$$
Restaurant Type
local
Direction
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1.3 km (0.8 mi)

3 min

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Coast Discovery Inn
Coast Discovery Inn
Cozy downtown hotel in Campbell River
Category
Hotel
Est. Price
$$
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