The Campbell River region is home to maybe creative entrepreneurs who draw on our coastal locale for inspiration. Seek souvenirs that celebrate the spirit of our region in Campbell River’s independent stores and gallery spaces.
Creative Expression in Campbell River
For locally-made apparel, head to Bough & Antler Northwest Goods in Willow Point, or Westcoastees in our downtown core. Brighten your meal times with beautiful ocean-inspired pottery from Mussels & More Pottery and head to the on-site stores at the Campbell River Art Gallery and Museum at Campbell River to find a uniquely Campbell River piece of history or local artwork. For fun branded swag, perfect for gifts or stocking stuffers, stop by the Visitor Information Centre or the Campbell River Airport to browse and shop.
Indigenous entrepreneurs celebrate historical traditions and modern cultural expressions through their storefronts. West Coast Wildflowers stocks products from Indigenous-owned clothing and lifestyle businesses, while Standing Spruce offers authentic Indigenous wellness products like salves, balms, candles, and soaps. Head to We Wai Kum House of Treasures for an extensive showcase of West Coast First Nation art forms—from paddles and masks to jewellery and prints.
Create Lasting Memories in Campbell River
If you’re a keen creative yourself, why not photograph, paint, or write a poem at one of Campbell River’s most iconic locations? Sunrise and sunset at Discovery Pier are particularly memorable, with plenty of benches to position yourself at. Atmospheric misty mornings and wildlife along the Campbell River can be photographed from the Canyon View Trail, while the Canyon View Trail footbridge is a spectacular vantage point for the canyon itself. Elk Falls Provincial Park is perhaps one of the most photographed spots in Campbell River—can you find a different way to frame it through the foliage or from the suspension bridge?
With many of Campbell River’s accommodations located within minutes of our most popular sites, no matter how long your stay you’ll be sure to find great spaces and experiences that are truly unique.
Local wildlife and cultural tour operators offer some of the best access for photographers to respectful wildlife viewing opportunities, and even those without a camera in hand leave Campbell River with a sense of wonderment and once-in-a-lifetime-type experiences firmly imprinted in their memory. Snorkelling with salmon, coffee at Foggdukkers, and potential sightings of humpback whales and orcas from Discovery Pier are just some of the other unique and unforgettable experiences that you’ll want to take home with you.
