Recognized as the "Salmon Capital of the World"

Discover the atmosphere of Campbell River with exciting outdoor recreational activities available. Captivating streams and lakes in forests flourishing with the mild Pacific Coast climate. An exceptional blend of heritage, culture, scenery and nature, through a variety of educational, sightseeing, and entertaining ventures. Natural beauty and an array of marine wildlife offer an unparalleled ambience from internationally renowned salmon fishing to skiing at nearby Mount Washington. This energetic community of Campbell River lies on the east coast of central Vancouver Island and is beautifully surrounded by Strathcona Park to the west and the Discovery Islands to the east. A metropolitan town located on the edge of the BC wilderness, a region rich in natural resources.

Each fall millions upon millions of salmon return to the coast of British Columbia, and the rivers of their birth. Massive runs of salmon head up the Campbell River on Vancouver Island to their freshwater spawning grounds, including Coho, Steelhead, Chum, Chinook and Pink salmon. Viewing this natural display from river banks is a wonderful experience. Snorkel tours allow adventurers the thrilling chance to swim with salmon in their natural habitat as they swim upstream toward the gravel spawning beds.