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Pitch your tent and let the adventure begin in British Columbia! Explore these campgrounds with tent camping sites, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. From starry nights to marshmallow delights, find your camping paradise in British Columbia and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Top Tent Campgrounds near Nanaimo, British Columbia
Pathfinder Camp Resorts-Parksville
19 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Parksville, BC
45 Verified ReviewsA stay at Pathfinder Camp Resorts Parksville (formerly Parry’s RV Park) will put you and your family in the heart of some of the best that BC and the Vancouver Island area has to offer. Located on The Englishman River, Pathfinder Camp Resorts Parksville lets you breathe that good ocean air while being close enough to convenient city amenities. This well-maintained park offers you a heated swimming pool, clean bathrooms with hot showers, laundry, a children’s playground, and much more. The Englishman River has both deep and shallow swimming holes, and a beach—providing hours of fun for young and old. The park offers 128 Full Hookup sites equipped with fire pits. They cater to all kinds of campers, from the largest RV needing a 50 amp pull-through site to those who just want a space for their tent trailer.
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Playground
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Laundry
- Special Events
Riverside RV & Camping
29 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Duncan, BC
61 Verified ReviewsExperience a vacation unlike any other on Vancouver Island Canada. Riverside RV & Camping is a full service RV and camping destination located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on the west coast of Canada. With many lovely treed and grassy areas overlooking the world class Cowichan River, your stay will be tranquil and relaxing. Offering full hookups and facilities that include: clean modern washrooms, recycling, dump station, fire pits, fishing, swimming, and so much more. If relaxing on site gets old, there is more than enough local activities to keep anyone engaged in fun. Getaway to Vancouver Island, book your spot today!
- Hiking
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Dump Station
- Garbage
Sun Retreats Birch Bay
56 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Blaine, WA
14 Verified ReviewsIf you love wilderness at its prime, Sun Retreats Birch Bay has everything you need for your next getaway to Washington State. With an outstanding location in Blaine, near the gorgeous Birch Bay area, there’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy. Plan a visit to Birch Bay State Park for a day of fun on the water with boating, canoeing and kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, clamming and more. Another must-see attraction you won’t want to miss is the Peace Arch, which sits on a dual-international park shared between the United States-Canada border. Sun Retreats Birch Bay has a great selection of accommodations that guests can choose from, which includes tent camping and full hookup RV sites. You can also stay in a furnished and fully appointed vacation rental with all the comforts of home. This resort has an extensive amenity package that includes favorites like tennis courts and horseshoes; clubhouses with activities; a sports field for volleyball, soccer and baseball; three swimming
- Beach
- Pool
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Dog Park
- Playground
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- General Store
- Laundry
Fort Camping
61 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Fort Langley, BC
74 Verified ReviewsLocated in the Fraser Valley on the Fraser River, Fort Camping lets you breathe that good country air while being close enough to the city to enjoy everything it has to offer. They include 156 camping sites equipped with fire pits, and services as well as a group tent camping area and tent cabins. Fort Camping caters to all kinds of campers, from the largest RV needing a 50 amp pull-through site to those who just want a space for their tent. Or maybe you’d like to try “glamping” to make your camping experience extra special. Fort Langley also offers some great restaurants, amazing antique shops, and wineries! So spend a day, a week or book your entire two week summer holiday at Fort Camping in Brae Island Regional Park and let them help you make memories that will last a lifetime!
- Bike Rental
- Playground
- Bathrooms
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
SunLund By-The-Sea RV Park & Cabins
67 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Lund, BC
8 Verified ReviewsSunLund By-The Sea RV Park is located in the seaside village of Lund, BC, Canada. The park features friendly hospitality, a quiet setting, and the beautiful sights of Lund. Choose from 32 full-service RV campsites surrounded by a canopy of trees with a picnic table and firepit. For those wanting to enjoy the comforts of home, they offer three charming rental cabins. Enjoy footpath access to Lund Harbour with restaurants, a marina, grocery store, kayak rentals, water taxi, boat launch, beach access, and so much more. Experience the beauty of Lund at SunLund By-The Sea RV Park!
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Garbage
- Laundry
Whistler RV Park and Campground
71 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Whistler, BC
67 Verified ReviewsEnjoy the peace and quiet within a short drive of the hustle and bustle. Whistler RV Park and Campground - Whistler's only snowmobile and ATV friendly Park accommodation with Sled-in, Sled-out / ATV-in, ATV out! Enjoy the many activities at Whistler RV Park and Campground such as, whiffle golf, frisbee golf, paintball, horseback riding and much more!
- Hiking
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Garbage
- Top in CanadaCampspot Awards2024 Winner
Pacific Playgrounds Oceanside Resort
72 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Black Creek, BC
14 Verified ReviewsPacific Playgrounds Oceanside Resort is found on the Strait of Georgia between the towns of Courtenay and Campbell River, B.C., on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island. Enjoy direct access to Desolation Sound and Discovery Passage from the marina. This family-friendly resort is open year-round and offers beautiful coastal views, miles of soft, sandy beach, and all the resort amenities and activities you would want, all surrounded by the natural forests and coastal charm that Vancouver Island is famous for. With furnished cottages for rent, RV/camping sites, and stay-in-place RVs for rent as well, Pacific Playgrounds has something for everyone!
'24- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Pool
- Fishing
- Boat Launch
- Playground
- Sports Field
- Bathrooms
- General Store
- Garbage
- Laundry
Salmon Point Resort Trailer Park & Marina
73 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Campbell River, BC
9 Verified ReviewsSalmon Point Resort Trailer Park & Marina, nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Campbell River, British Columbia, offers visitors a truly captivating escape along Vancouver Island's eastern shoreline. Boasting the slogan "Your Closer Coastal Experience," this charming retreat promises an idyllic haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. With its ocean-side location, the resort provides easy access to a pristine shoreline where guests can relish in the serenity of the Pacific Ocean, partake in watersports, or embark on ocean-side hiking adventures along the adjacent trail. This enchanting destination offers the perfect blend of tranquility and adventure, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a closer connection to British Columbia's magnificent coastline.
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Dog Park
- Boat Launch
- Cable TV
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Volleyball
- Shuffleboard
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pedal Cart
Ucluelet Campground
75 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Ucluelet, BC
52 Verified ReviewsUcluelet Campground is located on the beautiful west coast of Vancouver Island in Ucluelet BC. Offering 125 unique sites spread over 15 acres that range from harbor and mountain views to forested sites. Ucluelet Campground can accommodate every type of camper, from RVs wanting full electric, water, and sewer connections to those wishing for a basic site to pitch their tent. The surrounding area offers so much to see and explore, visit Cameron Ocean Adventures for whale watching, Dan Dowell Sport Fishing for halibut and salmon charters, or Pacific Rim National Park Reserve for excellent surfing and hiking. Your next adventure awaits at Ucluelet Campground!
- Waterfront
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- Dump Station
- Garbage
West Coast Campground
76 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Ucluelet, BC
79 Verified Reviews"Surfs Up" at West Coast Campground! Located in stunning British Columbia, this campground is your perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Enjoy being surrounded by beautiful trees with the convenience of activity rentals and shops nearby. Make memories to last a lifetime at West Coast Campground.
- Bike Rental
- Restaurant
- Ice Cream
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
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