{"id":67277,"date":"2022-10-19T10:37:05","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T17:37:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/news\/\/staging.campbellriver.travel\/?p=67277"},"modified":"2024-04-23T14:38:27","modified_gmt":"2024-04-23T21:38:27","slug":"10-tips-for-your-first-trip-to-campbell-river-bc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/news\/10-tips-for-your-first-trip-to-campbell-river-bc\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Tips for Your First Trip to Campbell River, BC"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"67277\" class=\"elementor elementor-67277\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8562738 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"8562738\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5065555\" data-id=\"5065555\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60d5d2e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"60d5d2e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Are you visiting for the first time? When visiting Campbell River, you can be spontaneous and still have a great trip (after all, some of the best moments are un planned). If you have some specific niche activities that are on your \u201cmust do\u201d list however, it\u2019s best to plan ahead. After all, whales and wildlife keep to their own schedules.\u00a0<\/p><p>These 10 all-season tips and trip ideas will help you visit like a local and make plenty of space for new memories involving salty sea breezes, the heart-pounding awe of a waterfall, or cozy hospitality with loved ones.\u00a0<\/p><p>So, whether you\u2019re visiting Campbell River for the first time or need some quick ideas to guide your upcoming visit, this list is for you.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4873b8b elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"4873b8b\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fa1f764\" data-id=\"fa1f764\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fdbf629 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"fdbf629\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"128\" src=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/light-turq-top-shape-01.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-72396\" alt=\"Light Turquoise Shape | Destination Campbell River\" srcset=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/light-turq-top-shape-01.png 2000w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/light-turq-top-shape-01-300x19.png 300w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/light-turq-top-shape-01-1024x66.png 1024w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/light-turq-top-shape-01-768x49.png 768w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/light-turq-top-shape-01-1536x98.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-de3609b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"de3609b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-d46b67e\" data-id=\"d46b67e\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e56295d elementor-widget__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e56295d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"max-width: 833px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">Find your favourite adventures here in Campbell River; 365 days a year.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c15328b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c15328b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/light-turq-bottom-shape.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-72437\" alt=\"Light Turquoise Shape | Destination Campbell River\" srcset=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/light-turq-bottom-shape.png 2000w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/light-turq-bottom-shape-300x20.png 300w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/light-turq-bottom-shape-1024x67.png 1024w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/light-turq-bottom-shape-768x50.png 768w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/light-turq-bottom-shape-1536x100.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-07df734 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"07df734\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1ea3b5b\" data-id=\"1ea3b5b\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-b34d795 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"b34d795\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-2831890\" data-id=\"2831890\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9db4560 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9db4560\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"module module-text tb_8272581\"><div class=\"tb_text_wrap\"><p><b>Tip #1 \u2013 Bring layers, because we\u2019re outside 365 days a year.<\/b> The temperature can change fast here on the coast, even on mild days. When the wind whips up, it\u2019s easy to catch a chill. A quick burst of sunshine can make a rainy day suddenly feel hotter than you expected. The tried-and-true solution? Wear three layers, especially when you head to the shore in the fall, winter, or spring. Use a thin base layer like a t-shirt, a warmer middle layer like a long-sleeved flannel shirt, and top it off with a windbreaker. This way, you\u2019ll stay comfy and maybe even look like a local.<\/p><p><b>Tip #2 \u2013 Explore the beaches.<\/b>\u00a0On this eastern stretch of Vancouver Island, the pebble beaches are ideal for curious learners. You\u2019ll find abundant biodiversity in the intertidal zones.\u00a0 Those interested in geology, marine biology, beachcombing, or local landmarks and legends like Big Rock will find plenty to explore. Do the sandy beaches call your name? Not to worry we have those too! Saratoga Beach is the most popular sandy beach in the area, so don\u2019t forget to add it to you list.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/attractions\/beaches-parks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here\u2019s a full list of local beaches.<\/a><\/p><p><b>Tip #3 \u2013 Enjoy local craft beverages.<\/b>\u00a0The city is lucky to have skilled artisan beverage makers and great places to take in the local atmosphere. Make note of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/beachfirebrewing.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beach Fire Brewing<\/a>\u00a0as the place to fill your growler. You can BYO growler, buy one there, get some cans to go, or sit in and chill for a while. Then try out unique creations like the Campbell River Fog from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/stonehouseteas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stonehouse Teas<\/a> or the Campbell River Iced Tea cocktail at Velocity, located at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturallypacific.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Naturally Pacific Resort<\/a>. For more information,\u00a0<a href=\"\/activities\/food-drinks\/\">here\u2019s where to find local food and drinks.<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-3d7e0f1 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"3d7e0f1\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-narrow\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-a740740\" data-id=\"a740740\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0e68c52 elementor-widget 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sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-15625f7\" data-id=\"15625f7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5cb61f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e5cb61f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/be71eb7b37b2381d6ae84607a3c54f19eeb9f623ea31b5791cb1b3c9ec056bff-1-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-66739\" alt=\"hikers in strathcona park\" srcset=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/be71eb7b37b2381d6ae84607a3c54f19eeb9f623ea31b5791cb1b3c9ec056bff-1-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/be71eb7b37b2381d6ae84607a3c54f19eeb9f623ea31b5791cb1b3c9ec056bff-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/be71eb7b37b2381d6ae84607a3c54f19eeb9f623ea31b5791cb1b3c9ec056bff-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/be71eb7b37b2381d6ae84607a3c54f19eeb9f623ea31b5791cb1b3c9ec056bff-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/be71eb7b37b2381d6ae84607a3c54f19eeb9f623ea31b5791cb1b3c9ec056bff-1.webp 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-f1421c0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"f1421c0\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-a374796\" data-id=\"a374796\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10fbc08 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"10fbc08\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"module module-text tb_v6cn694\"><div class=\"tb_text_wrap\"><p><b>Tip #4 \u2013 Soak in the sights at Elk Falls Suspension Bridge.<\/b>\u00a0This is a must-see waterfall and walking trail! Everyone brings their visiting friends and family here because it\u2019s spectacular, has many interesting features, and is quite physically accessible. The trail is solid, wide, and less than two kilometres out and back, with a viewing platform set up before the stairs and bridge. There is plenty of parking, no admission fee and plenty of opportunities for photo ops!\u00a0<a href=\"\/attractions\/elk-falls-suspension-bridge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here are directions to Elk Falls.<\/a><\/p><p><b>Tip #5 \u2013 Get out on the ocean.\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>You\u2019ll see many people on the water kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, motor boating, swimming, fishing, diving, and snorkelling. Bring your own vessel or take a guided tour with one of many responsible guides that want to share this area and their expertise. Be safe and explore the vast and diverse ocean, rivers, and lakes here in the region (it\u2019s what makes our home so special).\u00a0<a href=\"\/activities\/water-sports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here is some more information about water sports and guides.<\/a><\/p><p><b>Tip #6 \u2013 Learn about local First Nations communities and culture.<\/b>\u00a0Campbell River is located on the unceded territory of the Lig\u02b7i\u026bdax\u02b7, which includes the We Wai Kai, We Wai Kum &amp; Kwikiah Nations. Our community is home to many talented local Indigenous businesses and artists. If you\u2019re\u00a0 keen to do some shopping during your stay, be sure to check out these Indigenous-owned boutique businesses such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/wcwildflowers.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">West Coast Wildflowers<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ravensongsoap.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RavenSong Soap &amp; Candle<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.standingspruce.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Standing Spruce Farm &amp; Apothecary.<\/a>\u00a0Wei Wai Kum House of Treasures\u00a0is a Band-operated First Nations gallery and gift shop featuring First Nation artwork, First Nation home accessories, First Nation clothing and jewellery.\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/crmuseum.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Museum at Campbell River<\/a>\u00a0not only brings alive the rich traditions and heritage of this fascinating region and its peoples, but they also offer some beautiful artwork in their gift shop as well. There are other ways to learn about First Nations cultures respectfully in Campbell River, and\u00a0<a href=\"\/activities\/arts-culture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">you can find more information here.<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-b6b12ce elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"b6b12ce\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-narrow\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-3c3d88c\" data-id=\"3c3d88c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap 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Pier for ice cream, ocean observations, and the Discovery Passage Aquarium.<\/b>\u00a0Among locals, ice cream at the Discovery Pier Concession is a nostalgic summer treat (and if you\u2019re lucky, you might even spot a whale swimming by). If you\u2019re curious about undersea life, you can use the touch screen on the Pier, or take time to visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/discoverypassageaquarium.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Discovery Passage Aquarium<\/a>, which collects and returns all of its sea-life from Discovery Passage each season. The ice cream and the Aquarium are only available in the summer season, so be sure to\u00a0<a href=\"\/attractions\/discovery-pier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">check the hours of operations<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p><p><b>Tip # 8 \u2013 Spend some time with our namesake river \u2013 the Campbell River.<\/b>\u00a0 Our city\u2019s namesake is a fascinating place in all seasons. You can walk the paths of Baikie Island and Canyon View Trail, kayak in the restored estuary (an ecological marvel), camp at Elk Falls Provincial Park, or do some fly fishing in the designated area. The Campbell River is a prime location to see salmon swim upstream to spawn, and you can\u00a0<a href=\"\/travel-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">learn more about visiting the river here.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p><p><b>Tip #9 \u2013 Check out local shops &amp; restaurants. <\/b>Your choice to shop local makes a huge difference to Campbell River business owners, and it helps keep the city an exciting place to visit. Make a reservation at the diverse local restaurants featuring Vancouver Island seafood and produce. Enjoy small-batch beer and spirits retailers. Look for locally-made art, handcrafted soaps, furniture, clothing, and jewelry, and check out the Sunday farmers\u2019 market (seasonal). These are all ways to make sure your dollars support the local community.\u00a0<a href=\"\/activities\/shopping-local-specialties\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See a list of local shops and specialties here.<\/a><\/p><p><b>Tip #10 \u2013 Watch the shifting tides and maybe spot some wildlife too.\u00a0<\/b>Campbell River\u2019s Seawalk is the place to ride, roll, or stroll along the shore. Watching the ebb and flow is endlessly fascinating. If you\u2019re able, take extra time to find a bench, rock, or piece of driftwood where you can sit, clear your mind, and marvel at the stunning forces of nature. As you gaze across the Discovery Passage, you may\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/campbellriver.travel\/news\/how-to-respect-wildlife-in-campbell-river\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">meet some local wildlife<\/a>, including eagles, seals, pacific white sided dolphins, orcas, or humpback whales (it\u2019s the Campbell River lottery if you see all of those at once).<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"module module-text tb_h5ta968\"><div class=\"tb_text_wrap\"><div class=\"module module-text tb_cufy280\"><div class=\"tb_text_wrap\"><p>One last tip for you \u2013 is to check out our seasonal visitor centre \u2013 located in the Maritime Heritage Centre. Our knowledgeable and passionate team will help you curate your perfect itinerary during your stay, and ensure you have enough physical maps to help you along the way (for those who are still into that kind of thing).<\/p><p>We can\u2019t wait to welcome you to our growing city with a small town heart. 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