Adventurous North Island road trip (5 days)

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What you’ll do

A more adventurous (and slightly) longer version of the 'relaxed North Island' itinerary, this road trip also starts in Campbell River but features additional destinations (Port Hardy, Cape Scott).

Travellers taking on this North Island adventure should be prepared to drive remote, unpaved roads. A high clearance vehicle is recommended.

This itinerary also includes more hiking opportunities.

Welcome to your 4 day North Island adventure!

Start your road trip with a detour to Elk Falls Provincial Park. Enjoy an hour or so walking the easy trail to the waterfall viewpoint and suspension bridge.

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Elk Falls Provincial Park
Elk Falls Provincial Park
Spectacular waterfall with free suspension bridge
Category
Hike
Est. Duration
30-60m

14.9 km (9.3 mi)

14 min

The drive from Campbell River to Port McNeill takes just over two hours. I would recommend making a couple of stops along the way.

Roberts Lake is a good place to have a picnic if the timing is right!

Please note that there is no cell phone coverage between Campbell River and Port McNeill. There are very few services as well - be sure to top up your gas before leaving Campbell River.

2

Ripple Rock Hiking Trail
Ripple Rock Hiking Trail
8km return hike to scenic historic site
Category
Hike
Est. Duration
2-3h

113.7 km (70.6 mi)

1 hr 12 min

3

Woss Heritage Park
Woss Heritage Park
Interpretive picnic area with steam locomotive
Category
Sightseeing

67.4 km (41.9 mi)

44 min

4

Port McNeill
Port McNeill
Harbour town with ferry departures and a huge tree burl
Category
Sightseeing

349 m (0.2 mi)

1 min

5

World’s Largest Burl
World’s Largest Burl
Huge tree trunk growth
Category
Sightseeing

393 m (0.2 mi)

1 min

6

Devils' Bath Brewing Co.
Devils' Bath Brewing Co.
Local brewery with ocean views and sunny patio
Category
Brewery
Est. Price
$

224 m (0.1 mi)

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Choose the option that fits you the best

Humpback Inn Motel
Humpback Inn Motel
Highly rated and convenient place to stay in Port McNeill
Category
Hotel
Est. Price
$$$