Summer Base Camp
Book your accommodation on Mount Washington and make it your base camp to explore.
Experience the best of summer on Vancouver Island at Mount Washington. Mount Washington Alpine Resort offers a wide variety of summer activities, with more than 80km of mountain bike trails, the thrilling Eagle’s Flight Zipline Tour, and scenic chairlift rides. The destination offers abundant hiking trails throughout Strathcona Provincial Park, showcasing breathtaking vistas. And there are plenty of places to stay, for every budget, from condos to chalets, priced better than seaside spots.
Endless off‑mountain activities await just down the road.
Head to Campbell River and surrounding areas for a day of marine adventures with experienced and knowledgeable guides. From whale watching to grizzly bear tours, fishing charters, scenic helicopter tours, watersports, and more.
Discover the beauty of the Mount Washington and Campbell River regions… more than just a getaway; it’s built for adventure.
Contests
This contest goes live August 3rd!
This contest goes live August 3rd!
Activities
ZipTour
While on Mount Washington, try Vancouver Island's largest zipline. Soar 83 metres (275 feet) above the ground on the Eagle's Flight ZipTour.
Book with Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Whale Watching
After a day of ocean adventures with Big Animal Encounters, retreat to well-equipped kitchens, BBQs, hot tubs, and absolute tranquility by night.
Book with Big Animal Encounters
Fishing Charters
Enjoy a day on the water with Island Life Adventures with a fishing charter, then retreat to a quiet alpine chalet, condo, or cabin by night.
Book with Island Life Adventures
Scenic Tours on the Water
Ready for a budget-friendly adventure? Fierce Fish offers exciting fishing charters, whale watching and scenic tours where you discover the breathtaking beauty of the Discovery Islands with private tours.
Book with Fierce Fish
Helicopter Tours
As Campbell River’s premier helicopter tour company, 49 North Helicopters specializes in creating unique and memorable experiences across beautiful Vancouver Island and the Coast Mountain Range.
Book with 49 North Helicopters
Whale Watching and Wildlife Adventure
Take a breathtaking tour through Discovery Passage and Desolation Sound on their brand new 30′ landing craft with a covered cabin, panoramic windows, large viewing deck and on-board bathroom. No crowded zodiacs and no cruiser suits necessary!
Book with Discovery West Adventures
Whale Watching & Fishing
Can’t choose between whales and fishing? 50 North Adventures combined fishing and whale watching charter is the only tour in Campbell River that offers both on the same trip.
Book with 50 North Adventures
Lift Accessed Mountain Biking
Lift-accessed bike park covering every style of riding - from natural hand-built tech trails to machine-built flow tracks. All abilities, all summer long.
Book at Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Accommodations
Set up your summer escape in a cozy chalet, condo, or cabin high above the summer crowds.
By day, descend to sea level for incredible wildlife watching, world-class fishing, and sun-soaked beach activities.
By night, retreat up the mountain to crisp alpine air and a quiet, starlit evening.
Partner Activity Providers
Just down the road from Mount Washington, Campbell River and the surrounding area is built for big‑water adventure, where you can head out with expert guides for whale watching, grizzly bear expeditions, and marine wildlife tours across the Discovery Passage’s island‑studded coastline. It’s also a hub for world‑class fishing charters, scenic boat tours, and watersports, giving visitors endless ways to explore the ocean.
Partner Accommodation Provider
Cona Vacation Getaways – Cona Vacation Getaways is a small, family-run boutique accommodation provider and vacation rental management company.