Vancouver To Whistler Camping Tour {Itinerary}
Post Last Modified – August 20, 2023 ¦ gr8traveltips.com
Camping Tours and Dining from Vancouver to Whistler BC
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We’ve been taking a variety of 🏕 camping vacations for many years now. One my wife and I particularly enjoyed, was our …
There are so many beautiful places to discover along the scenic 🛣 Sea to Sky Corridor, which runs from the 🏙 City of Vancouver, all the way up to the world renowned ski resort 🏔 Town of Whistler, in British Columbia – Canada.
I thought I would share with you and recommend some great places we 🏕 camped at and also visited during our trip, a few seasons ago.
Vancouver to Whistler Camping Tour Travel Itinerary
What seems to be increasingly popular as each year goes by, is the amount of 🚌 Rental Recreational Vehicles on the road, in both Provinces of; British Columbia and Alberta. Thousands of visitors coming from abroad and love this form of travel, when vacationing in 🍁 Canada and the 🦅 United States.
It really gives you a chance to truly enjoy the great 🏞 outdoors and discover so much more of what these Provinces have to offer. So much more so, than simply 🛬 flying into a city, taking the standard sightseeing tours and spending your nights in busy 🏨 hotels and cities.
There’s certainly nothing wrong with doing that either, my wife and I enjoy all forms of travel. This article is going to focus strictly on camping travel. I’m going to offer suggestions particularly for those planning their …
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All of the underlined ⛓ website links to ⛺ campgrounds and 🚠 attractions, will direct you to previous articles here that I’ve 📝 written. They include our personal 📸 photographs, along with much more detailed information for you to check out further.
Let’s have a look at some great camping destinations and attractions we discovered and hopefully, you will to!
Day 1 Vancouver to Porteau Cove Provincial Park
One of our all-time favorite camping destinations on the west coast of Canada and located just short drive from Vancouver, is the beautiful …
For those starting their journey from Vancouver, this is an ideal first stop on your way to; Whistler. Just 35 to 40 minutes north of Vancouver and on the shores of picturesque {Howe Sound}, this is a beautifully kept 🏞 Provincial Marine Park and Campground.
There is a day area for those wishing to just stop for a short while. There are picnic tables and washroom facilities located here, making for a great pit stop!
This is also a 🏞 Protected Marine Park, and is a favorite for 🤿 scuba diving enthusiasts.
Sites are spacious, along with an excellent 🚗 park and walk in area fo;r ⛺ tenting, complete with beautiful water front sites. Camping spaces are limited for both regular campsites and tenting sites, so recommendations are highly recommended!
Be sure to check the link to my post above, where you can access more photos, details and reservation information.
A picture perfect destination within easy reach of Vancouver, and a great start for those arriving after a long tiring ✈ flight from abroad.
Day 2 Attractions on the Way to Squamish British Columbia
Next stop and definitely worth spending some time enjoying the surrounding area and attractions is the; City of Squamish. Located just minutes north of your first stop at {Porteau Cove} and now considered to be …
The Gateway to the Best Adventure in British Columbia!
Squamish offers; World Class Rock Climbing, White Water Rafting, Bald Eagle Viewing, Kayaking, Windsurfing, Hiking and so much more. This is a haven for the outdoor enthusiast!
In fact, the {New York Times} had named Squamish, as one of the; Top 52 Places to Visit Around the World.
Britannia Mine Museum
Your first stop should be a visit to the …
in Britannia Beach. Once the largest operating ⚒ Copper mine for 70 years, is now a wonderful; Major Attraction and Heritage Site in Howe Sound.
This 14.7 million dollar restoration project now comes complete with; guided tours, train rides, gold panning and much more for the entire family to enjoy!
Special Note:
The New $4.2 Million Immersive Mill Show Experience, tells the captivating story of the wide-ranging importance of the historic Mill building, when it was fully operational from the 1920’s until its closing in 1974.
Explore Squamish BC
Your next pit-stop and definitely worth spending a few days or more is in; Squamish!
Either before heading up to {Whistler}, or on your return trip back down if not continuing further north, Squamish is filled with fantastic; attractions, camping and some fabulous hidden dining 💎 gems!
Shannon Falls Provincial Park
For example, if coming from the south (Vancouver) your first stop should be …
Not stopping and viewing British Columbia’s {Third Highest Waterfall}, would definitely be a mistake. This beautiful day park includes; 210 acres of picnic and hiking areas for you to enjoy!
It’s an easy walk to the platform viewing areas, complete with a gift store and clean indoor 🚻 washrooms. A perfect rest area for you to get out and stretch, enjoy the spectacular scenery and have a picnic. This is a 🐕 dog friendly park, as long as they are kept on leash at all times.
Sea to Sky Gondola
Situated right next door to 🌊 Shannon Falls is the amazing …
attraction!
This is one of British Columbia’s latest and most exciting attractions. The gondola ride takes ten minutes to reach the summit, at almost 3000 feet above sea level. At the top, enjoy spectacular views of; Howe Sound and surrounding 🏔 mountains.
At the top, there’s; dining, picnic areas and 🥾 hiking trails galore to check out. There’s also a fun walking suspension bridge, which takes you across to another superb viewing platform.
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We loved our visit and afternoon 🥾 hiking on one of the easy trails, during our visit!
Squamish Camping and Dining
I really do recommend spending at least one night camping and dining in Squamish. There really is so much to see and do in this region, so do plan on spending some time enjoying the city.
It’s amazing attractions, along with some of the best dining found anywhere on the Sea to Sky corridor, is not to be missed. Below are my recommendations for; camping and places to eat when in the city. So get off the highway, forget unhealthy fast food joints and try some of these hidden gems!
Again, these are links to my articles and 📸 photos, which will not direct you away from my website.
Camping in Squamish
We loved our stay at Wonderland Valley RV Park and Campground. Conveniently located right off the highway in a densely forested area, complete with a running creek down the middle!
Enjoy all the amenities of a full facility RV Park, yet with the feel of camping in the woods! This is a perfect place to set up camp and enjoy Squamish and area.
Note:
This campground is under new management and is now named; 🏔 Mountain Fun Base Camp.
Check out these great dining establishments and hidden gems while visiting Squamish. We enjoyed meals at all of these excellent places, offering homemade quality meals, prepared fresh and in many cases, with local ingredients!
Here are my recent articles written on these great restaurants, showing more detailed information and photographs!
Happy Dining! 🙂
Continuing on to Whistler BC
After enjoying the many attractions in Squamish, it’s time to complete the journey to world renowned; Whistler, British Columbia. Known around the world as a major ⛷ snow skiing and boarding destination, Whistler offers much more year round activities for visitors.
From beautiful; ⛳ golf courses, 🚵 biking trails, 🥾 hiking, shopping, dining and much more, it really is a perfect year round vacation destination.
From Squamish, Whistler Village is just 59 kilometers north, or about a 45 minute drive.
Whistler RV Park
Situated just south of the Town of Whistler about 16 kilometers, you will find the perfect full facility RV Park, complete with breathtaking views of the mountains and valley from your campsite. It’s called …
and its located just 1 kilometer uphill off the highway. A good paved wide road that’s no problem for the largest of 🚍 rigs!
For ⛺ tenting, they have a segregated treed area with excellent indoor and outdoor 🚻 washroom facilities and much more.
Brandywine Falls Provincial Park
This is yet another must see attraction and almost next door to Whistler RV Park. This is a beautiful day park and easy walking alongside the picturesque – Cheakamus River to the 🌊 Waterfall viewing platform, from the parking area.
For those wanting to spend some time at the park, you can access the – Sea to Sky Trail System stretching for 23 kilometers, or enjoy an easy stroll to the 🌉 Bungee Bridge and watch those who dare, bungee jump!
It’s only 2.7 kilometers to the bridge, but the walk and view of where they jump is outstanding!
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and see for yourself!
Whistler Village is filled with; shopping, dining, hotels, attractions and much more for you to take in during your visit.
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
The biggest attraction is the two ride …
experience.
Situated at the base of 🏔 Whistler Mountain, your first ride will take you up to the summit, where you can enjoy breathtaking views, dining, hiking and more. From this point, you then board and experience the 🏔 Longest Unsupported Span Gondola Ride 🏔 in the World!
Sit back and relax, while making the peaceful – Peak to Peak – crossing, from Whistler Mountain to Blackcomb Mountain, enjoying the wonderful view along the way. At the top, there’s dining and more to take in.
This is a major attraction and one not to be missed any time of year while in Whistler!
The dining options in Whistler are numerous, from take out to fine dining, the choice is yours! Our two favorites when in town are listed below and two that we always enjoy eating at. We always know that we are getting quality food, reasonably priced with excellent service.
So there you have it, just a few recommendations on where to; camp, visit and dine when traveling up the lovely {Sea to Sky Highway} along Howe Sound, from Vancouver to Whistler BC. If you have any questions or if I can be of any further assistance, please click the Contact Tab at the very top and I will be happy to respond as quickly as possible.
Below, are the two official tourism websites for both; Squamish and Whistler, where you can access more detailed information on these two great destinations. 🗺 Be sure to check out the {Google Map} box at the bottom of this post for the Sea to Sky Highway’s exact location. 🗺
I have also listed the 🌸 Official Tourism BC website for your convenience. It’s filled with excellent information for planning your vacation in Beautiful British Columbia.
😎 Safe and Healthy Travels!
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