Why go
- Served by Stuart Island Airstrip (YRR).
- Home to roughly 38,000 people.
History
Campbell River, Vancouver Island, BC is a city in Canada. We do not yet hold a written history for it — the sources below are the best starting points, and this page will be expanded into a full guidebook.
Where to stay
2 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Restaurants & places to go
53 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 3 direct destinations
- Pacific Coastal Airline 8P (BE1, Saab 340) · 3 routes: Comox, Vancouver, ZEL
- Air Canada AC (BEH) · 1 route: Comox*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Stuart Island Airstrip (YRR); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YBL has direct flights to 3 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Comox, Vancouver, ZEL). By water: 4 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Campbell River Ferry Terminal, 2.8 km); routes include Campbell River ↔ Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove), Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove) to Campbell River, Campbell River to Quadra Island (Quathiaski Cove).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Campbell River, Vancouver Island, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.