With spring in full bloom, there’s no better place for locals to explore than our own backyard, and there’s no better way to explore it than in an RV.
Whether it’s a two-person voyage or you have the entire family on board, an RV will keep you connected to the great outdoors while also providing the comfort and flexibility of a home on wheels. Simply put, it’s the perfect way to travel if you love nature but don’t want to compromise on the conveniences of staying in.
Best of all, you don’t even have to travel far! Our province’s incredible landscape means there’s an opportunity to experience the great outdoors just hours from the city, making it the perfect way to indulge in some real adventure on weekends both long and short. To make the most of this Victoria Day, we’ve partnered with Go RVing Canada, an information hub for first-time RVers, trip-planning ideas, and other RVing resources, to highlight some of the best short-distance destinations near Vancouver.
Riverside RV Resort - Whistler
With a drive clocking in at just under two hours, Riverside is the shortest trip from Vancouver on this list. There is plenty to see and do at Riverside as they offer attractions all year round. For the best spring and summer attractions, there’s hiking, beach volleyball and even zip-lining. Take an extended hike around the Valley Trail which has over 40 km of hikeable terrain, some of which conveniently runs directly through Riverside Park. There’s lots of open, outdoor space around the park, ideal for picnics and outdoor family-friendly games like soccer, bocce ball, and badminton.
Crystal Cove - Tofino, B.C.
Wake up next to the ocean in this meticulously maintained park, located just five short hours from Vancouver. Crystal Cove is situated beautifully in nature; its RV sites are nestled into the MacKenzie Beach shoreline, offering a stunning backdrop to your RV destination. Crystal Cove offers RV Camping sites, where you can bring your RV as well as RV Glamping sites, where a permanent 5th-wheel RV trailer with all the amenities is provided. Not sure what the difference is between RVs and what’s right for you? Check out the Go RVing Canada website to read all about the different RV types to find the one that will best suit your needs.
Dutch Lake Resort - Clearwater, B.C.
Beautiful Dutch Lake Resort in Clearwater, B.C. is situated halfway between Vancouver and Edmonton on Highway 5. This is the perfect destination if you’re still looking to stay close to home (as it’s also within five hours), or, if you’re looking for a stopover en route to visit Alberta sites like Jasper, Banff, or Edmonton. There are tons of activities for the entire family to enjoy from hiking to kayaking to swimming in the warm, spring-fed waters. You can also enjoy the Clearwater farmer’s market in the summer as well as live local music every Thursday in July and August.
In this economy, we’re all looking to travel on a budget. Travelling in an RV brings cost savings by having your mode of travel and accommodations all rolled into a single expense. Allow Go RVing Canada to help you every step of the way by checking out their website full of RVing resources and tips to help you plan your next incredible adventure.
Get ready to reclaim your wildhood. Your next big adventure is just a short drive away.
To learn more or find a dealer near you to rent yourRV today, visit gorving.ca.
