Strathcona Provincial Park
Provincial campground in Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada.
About
Strathcona Provincial Park is a provincial campground located near Campbell River, British Columbia, in the centre of Vancouver Island. Designated in 1911, it is the oldest park in the province and encompasses more than 250,000 hectares. Operating from May to October, the campground contains 100 sites for tents and RVs, with facilities that include water hookups and a dump station. The park offers frontcountry, group, and backcountry camping, while overnight stays are prohibited in day-use areas. Fires are permitted only in authorized steel fire rings. Visitor areas include Buttle Lake and Forbidden Plateau, which provide access to hiking, backpacking, and seasonal fishing for Cutthroat, Rainbow, and Dolly Varden trout.
Details
- Price range: $20-$30 per night
- Season: May – October
- Number of sites: 100
- Coordinates: 49.65, -125.5
Amenities
Tent Sites, RV Sites, Water, Dump Station
Contact
- Website: https://bcparks.ca/strathcona-park/