Campbell River FAQs

Find out all you need to know about visiting Campbell River.

When is the best time to visit Campbell River?

Vancouver Island benefits from the mildest climate in Canada with westerly winds from the Pacific keeping it comfortably cool in summer (June-August) and mild in winter (November-March). The best weather from May to October is also the best time for bear spotting and whale watching as well as salmon fishing. Temperatures usually range 21-27°C in summer and rarely fall below zero in winter but it’s wettest December to February.

The sheltered Campbell River area has a particularly mild climate with the warmest temperatures on Vancouver Island. Mount Washington has good snow cover in winter, making it a popular ski destination.

What is the time difference between the UK and Campbell River?

Vancouver Island is in the Pacific Time Zone (GMT -8:00) and switches to Pacific Daylight Time (GMT -7) on the second Sunday in March until the first Sunday in November.

What places combine well with Campbell River?

Campbell River is a great destination for those exploring Vancouver Island. Campbell River is the gateway to the Discovery Isles and can be easily combined with the Sunshine Coast as well as Strathcona Provincial Park inland and Parksville further south along the coast.

What are the main cultural events in Campbell River?

The biggest festival is the Campbell River Salmon Festival in August, while Parksville has a food and wine festival in February, the Comox Valley holds a Shellfish Festival in June and Fillberg Arts and Crafts Festival in August.