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From Campbell River to Gold River

The route from Campbell River to Gold River offers a scenic drive through the heart of Vancouver Island, combining coastal heritage, forest landscapes, rivers, and waterfalls. Along the way, visitors can explore Campbell River’s maritime history, enjoy waterfront views at Discovery Pier, discover the natural beauty of Elk Falls and Lady Falls, and continue through Strathcona Provincial Park toward Gold River. The journey also includes local art, riverside recreation, scenic viewpoints, and access to the island’s remote west coast.

This route focuses on accessible attractions and roadside stops. It does not include caves or mountain hiking trails in the region, which require separate trips and additional planning.

Maritime Heritage Centre

Campbell River's story is closely connected to the sea. For generations, fishing boats, coastal industries and the people who worked on the water have helped shape the city's identity. The Maritime Heritage Centre offers a chance to discover this part of Vancouver Island's history. Located beside Discovery Pier on Island Highway, the centre is a maritime museum and...

621 Island Hwy,
Campbell River, Strathcona RD

maritimeheritagecentre.ca

Stretching out into Discovery Passage, the strait separating Vancouver Island from Quadra Island, Discovery Pier is one of Campbell River's best-known waterfront landmarks. Opened in 1987, it is recognized as Canada's first saltwater fishing pier. For anglers, the pier offers built-in rod holders, bait stands and fish-cleaning tables, making it a convenient place to...

Discovery Fishing Pier,
Campbell River, Strathcona RD

campbellriver.travel

Located in Elk Falls Provincial Park, the waterfall plunges approximately 25 metres into a rocky canyon carved by the Campbell River. Surrounded by forest, it is one of the area's best-known natural attractions and a popular stop for visitors exploring central Vancouver Island. The main waterfall viewpoints are reached by an easy trail of approximately 800 metres. One of the...

Elk Falls Park,
Campbell River, Strathcona RD

bcparks.ca/elk-falls-park

Lady Falls is a 30-metre (98-foot) waterfall located in Strathcona Provincial Park, in the central part of Vancouver Island. It is a short and easy waterfall walk, with the trail beginning directly from Highway 28 and leading through old-growth forest of western red cedar, Douglas fir, and western hemlock before reaching a viewing platform overlooking the falls. Lady Falls is an...

LadyFalls-Strathcona trail from Lady falls parking, Gold River Hwy, Comox-Strathcona D,
Strathcona RD

Peppercorn Park

Peppercorn Park is a riverside recreation area in Gold River. Situated along the banks of the Gold River, the park combines forest trails, rocky riverbanks, and several small beaches in a peaceful natural setting. The park is closely connected with the Peppercorn Trail, which follows the river through forest before reaching the park. Within Peppercorn Park, visitors can explore a...

Dogwood Dr,
Gold River, Strathcona RD

Gold River Village Square Plaza

This small shopping and community plaza is located in the heart of Gold River, between 375 Nimpkish Drive and 390 Muchalat Drive. It is decorated with wooden sculptures carved by local chainsaw artists. Every year, at the end of August, the plaza hosts the Gold River Days celebrations. The plaza is also home to a local shopping centre, Three7Five Cafe, and Uptown Cappuccino, where...

Village Square Plaza, between 375 Nimpkish Drive and 390 Muchalat Drive,
Gold River, Strathcona RD

Anita & Neil Lawrence

Island Clayworks — A pottery studio and gallery run by local artists Anita and Neil Lawrence. Inspired by Vancouver Island’s natural beauty and wildlife, they create unique handcrafted ceramic pieces. A lovely stop to discover local craftsmanship and take home a one-of-a-kind piece of island art....

500 Industrial Park Pl,
Gold River, Strathcona RD

Tsuxwin Falls & Viewpoint

Tsuxwin Viewpoint is a roadside scenic stop on Highway 28, about 94.5 km from Campbell River and approximately 7 km from Gold River, in the central part of Vancouver Island. The viewpoint looks into the Gold River Canyon and toward the surrounding forested mountains, with Tsuxwin Falls cascading down the rocky landscape nearby. The waterfall is particularly impressive during...

Muchalat Dr,
Gold River, Strathcona RD

Flash Creek Falls

Flash Creek Falls is located approximately 800 meters from Tsuxwin Falls, along Highway 28, heading away from Gold River. It is clearly visible from the road. However, there is no official parking at this location, so it is best not to stop here. Although there might be just enough space for a single vehicle right before the small bridge near the falls, it is safer to reach this...

Muchalat Dr,
Gold River, Strathcona RD

Gold River Municipal Wharf

Ahaminaquus 12 is reserve land belonging to the Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation, located near the mouth of the Gold River, on the northern shore of Muchalat Inlet. It is here, at the end of Gold River Highway, that the Gold River port is located — an important departure point for marine and air excursions to Nootka Sound and remote corners of the west coast of Vancouver Island....

West Coast Marine Terminals & Ahaminaquus 12, Gold River Highway,
Gold River, Strathcona RD

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