Cast for trophy rainbows in Ladyslipper and cutthroats in Lake of the Woods. Four of the park’s lakes were stocked with trout in the 1930s. The Lake-view Mountain Trail leads to the park’s high point and provides extensive views-on a clear day you can see Mount Rainier’s bulk, 300 kilometres away. The route passes some of the park’s best-known geologic formations, including Smokey the Bear, the Devil’s Woodpile and Stone City. Things to do: The best hike is the Cathedral Rim Trail, a highline loop along a series of ridges topping out at over 2,500 metres. Day hikes project like spokes on a wheel from the campground, which sits on a turquoise lake across from impressive granite walls. The main draw: It takes a day of hiking to get to this campground at the centre of Cathedral Provincial Park, in the Cascade Mountains west of B.C.’s Okanagan, but the park’s interior is worth it: a subalpine plateau of fish-filled lakes, unique geology, alpine meadows and, most importantly, plenty of hikeable summits and ridges. Nugget: Don’t miss Squamish’s Howe Sound Brewing ( ), where you can sample seven local ales with a woodfire pizza. Get a feel for the local granite at the one-pitch-rich Smoke Bluffs climbing area before getting high on a Squamish multi-pitch classic, such as Snake or Diedre. Forgo hiking in the park itself for better trails a short drive away: the hike to the three summits of the Stawamus Chief, the trek to the alpine meadows on the way to Elfin Shelter, and the stiff but rewarding climb to Garibaldi Lake in Garibaldi Provincial Park. Link it with Brackendale trails and Cheshire Cat and White Rabbit for an intermediate loop. Things to do: A good warm-up to Squamish mountain biking is Wonderland, a three-kilometre roller-coaster ride starting just outside the campground. When you get tired-and you will-hop in Alice Lake for a refreshing dip and then relax on the sandy beach. And of course there’s the rock climbing that put Squamish on the map. Nearby hiking is steep but spectacular with mountain-to-ocean views. The main draw: What this small park lacks in size it makes up for in location, sitting just north of Squamish-“Canada’s Outdoor Recreation Capital.” Campground paths link into the area’s world-class mountain-biking network. Nugget: You can turn a one-way stroll along the beach into a loop by catching the Tofino Bus ( ) back to the campground. Grey whales spend the summer in the waters just offshore, and one of the best places to see them is at the Amphitrite Lighthouse in the town of Uclulelet, about 20 minutes south of the campground. If you’re into surfing, there are almost always waves at Long Beach, but if you’re looking for more serious action, or lessons, you can head 20 minutes north to the town of Tofino. Of course, you can also go for a swim, but be aware that the water is about 10☌. Walk or run in either direction and scan the flotsam for beach booty. Things to do: Start by exploring the beach. Most of the 113 sites are drive-in but there are 18 walk-in spots that are somewhat secluded. The campsites here sit on a ledge above the beach, close enough to the ocean that the sound of surf lulls campers to sleep. Green Point marks the lone campground along its length. The main draw: Long Beach is the ultimate Pacific experience-22 kilometres of sand with a horizon that disappears into the ocean. Sleeping bag (five degrees warmer than expected low temperature).Quality tent (sized one person larger than expected capacity).Where will you pitch a tent this season? Share on social and let us know! Campsite Checklist! We hand-selected these sites for you-because camping is such an important part of the summer experience in Canada.Īnd we feel these are the best of the best.įrom coast-to-coast, here are Canada's best campgrounds and campsites. Planning a camping trip this summer? Our country has a vast diversity of options, but these 25 campsites across the country are some of our favourites.
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