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History · 2026-09-26Ripple Rock: the blast that tamed Seymour NarrowsFor a century a hidden twin-peaked rock wrecked ships north of Campbell River. In 1958 Canada blew it up, live on national TV.Read the story
Fishing · 2026-09-24The Tyee Club: rowing for giants since 1924No motors, light line, a rowboat and a Chinook over 30 pounds. Campbell River’s most famous fishing tradition is still going strong.Read the story
Outdoors · 2026-09-22Elk Falls and the suspension bridgeA short forest walk from the highway leads to a bridge hanging over the Campbell River canyon, with Elk Falls thundering below.Read the story
Islands · 2026-09-20Quadra Island in a dayA ten-minute ferry ride from downtown puts you on an island of lighthouses, beaches, trails and a world-class cultural centre.Read the story
Fishing · 2026-09-18Discovery Fishing Pier: fish, ice cream and orca sightingsDowntown’s pier was Canada’s first dedicated saltwater fishing pier. It is still the easiest way to wet a line in Campbell River.Read the story
Fishing · 2026-09-16Five salmon, one river: a season guideChinook, coho, pink, chum and sockeye all pass Campbell River. Here is who arrives when, and where to see them.Read the story
Wildlife · 2026-09-14Whales of Discovery PassageOrcas, humpbacks, dolphins and porpoises all travel the waters off Campbell River. Here is how to see them responsibly.Read the story
Wildlife · 2026-09-12Grizzly bears of Bute InletEach fall, grizzlies gather to feed on salmon in the rivers of Bute Inlet on the mainland coast, a boat ride from Campbell River.Read the story
Outdoors · 2026-09-10Strathcona: BC’s oldest provincial parkCreated in 1911, Strathcona Provincial Park starts just west of Campbell River and holds the highest peak on Vancouver Island.Read the story
Islands · 2026-09-08Cortes Island: the wilder edge of the Discovery IslandsTwo ferries from Campbell River lead to warm lagoons, oyster farms and quiet coves on one of the coast’s most relaxed islands.Read the story
Outdoors · 2026-09-06Big Rock and the Sea Walk to Willow PointA seaside path runs south from downtown along Discovery Passage, passing a giant glacial boulder on the way to Willow Point.Read the story
Wildlife · 2026-09-04Snorkel with salmon in the Campbell RiverEvery late summer, you can pull on a wetsuit and drift down the Campbell River alongside thousands of returning salmon.Read the story•FAQ
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