Vancouver Camping
Camping in Vancouver is possible at any time of year. Most camp sites are not located in the Metro Vancouver area but there are a few: Fort Langley, Burnaby, and North Vancouver, which are all suburbs of Vancouver.
There are also larger provincial campsites as close as 1 hour outside of the city. They are spectacular and well worth the extra drive.
Campsites in Vancouver offer different amenities depending on what you want. Peruse each site to make sure they have what you need and to confirm the location. Note: All prices are in Canadian dollars and subject to additional taxes. Check individual campground websites for details.
Here are some Vancouver camping websites that provide good general information about camping in Vancouver:
http://vancouver.travel.bc.ca/camping/
http://www.hellobc.com
Burnaby Caribou RV Park and Campground
8765 Cariboo Place
Burnaby, BC
V3N 4T2
604-420-1722
Amenities: Deluxe campground full hook up for any sized motor home. Laundry facilities, playground and games room, jetted hot tub, free internet, close to Skytrain which will get you right downtown.
Rates: $39.00- 59.00 per night (prices change with the seasons)
Fort Langley Camping:
Open all year around! In historic Fort Langley: about 1 hour east of Vancouver BC. Amenities include: heated outdoor pool, children’s activities, canoe, kayak and bike rentals.
9451 Glover Rd
Fort Langley, BC
V1M 2R9
604-888-3678
http://www.fortcamping.com/
Rates: $34-$46 per night- 2 night minimum- (prices change with the seasons)
North Vancouver Camping: Capilano RV Park
This campsite is the closet one to Metro Vancouver. Close to Park Royal Mall.
Full hookups, sani station, playground, pool, hot tub, free showers.
Car rentals available as well. Staff will help you find attractions and activities suitable for you and your family.
Address:
295 Tomahawk Ave
North Vancouver BC
V7P 1C5
604-987-4222
http://www.capilanorvpark.com/index.php
Rates; $37-$65.00 night (seasonal rates apply)
Whiterock Parklander Motor and Trailer Court
In White Rock, just minutes from the USA border and 45 minutes south of Vancouver BC. Amenities include: Pets Permitted, 30 Amp Service, Car, Tenting Area, Sewer On Site, flush toilets, showers, and Seasonal Campsite Rentals. Children welcome.
Location:
Parklander Motor & Trailer Court Ltd.
16311 8th Ave
White Rock BC
V4A 1A3
Rates: $23-$28
http://www.camping.bc.ca/member_allinfo.aspx?memberID=1380
Vancouver Camping Supply Stores
The Broadway and Cambie Street area in Vancouver that sells the most camping equipment, so stop off there before heading out on your trip. It is easily accessible by transit (Broadway/City Hall on the Canada Line).
Mountain Equipment Co-op
Location: 130 West Broadway, Vancouver BC V5Y1P3 www.mec.ca
604 -872-7858
Three Vets Ltd
2200 Yukon Street
Vancouver, BC V5Y 3P2
604-872-5475 www.3vets.com
West Coast Sports
Location: 1675 4th Avenue West- Kitsilano
Vancouver, BC V6J 1L8
604-732-4810 www.westcoastsports.ca
Taiga Works Wilderness Equipment
Location: 301 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5Y 1P8
604-875-6644 www.taigaworks.ca
604-875-6644
Eco Outdoor Sports Ltd
202 West Broadway
Vancouver, B.C. V5Y 3W2 www.ecooutdoorsports.com
604- 677-4770
By Melissa Montgomery