Nanaimo to Campbell River

Take a scenic drive up the coast of Vancouver Island from the true West Coast community of Nanaimo, through the quaint Nanoose Bay, ‘Canada's Riviera' Parksville, the oyster-lovers Fanny Bay, historic Cumberland, and end your trip at the Salmon capital of the world, Campbell River.

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Nanaimo

Nanaimo is a true West Coast community with one of the longest shorelines in Canada. Go from city centre to wilderness in just a matter of minutes and discover the endless adventures that await for biking, paddling, whale watching, ziplining, diving, and more.

Nanoose Bay

Nanoose Bay, located 26 km north of Nanaimo, offers visitors a quaint commercial hub ideal for a coffee break, breathtaking views and scenic parks. Moorecroft Regional Park is a popular destination for bird-watching, hiking, and diving.

Parksville

Parksville has been called Canada's Riviera and with good reason! Few beaches outside Mexico and the Caribbean compare with the kilometres of near perfect sandy beaches at Parksville Bay and Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park.

Fanny Bay

This tiny oceanside community is well known for its oysters, and visitors are often seen searching the shores with pails. Head to one of the local restaurants to savour these gourmet treats without the search. A ferry terminal 4 km north of Fanny Bay connects travelers with Denman and Hornby Islands.

Cumberland

Cumberland was once a bustling coal mining community. Now known for its heritage buildings and beautiful scenery, Cumberland takes visitors back in time through its museum and guided tours of the village.

Campbell River

Billed as central Vancouver Island’s gateway to epic outdoor adventures, Campbell River offers a variety of activities from hiking and biking to cold water diving. Campbell River is also a popular fishing destination, known as the ‘Salmon Capital of the World.’