Overview
Campbell River is
located on Vancouver Island about 160 miles north of the
city of Victoria. It is known as the Salmon Capital of
the World and is a lovely beach community offering
excellent fishing and other outdoor sports.
Cruise Port Location and
Information
Ships dock right at Campbell River's northern edge at
the Campbell River cruise ship terminal.
Exploring On Your Own
While one of Campbell River's main shopping centers is
ajacent to the cruise terminal and within easy walking
distance, the main part of town is quite a ways from the
ship. Because of the lack of infrastructure close by,
this is a port that I would recommend either taking a
ship's shore excursion or having something pre-booked
before your arrival. There are no local tour operators
and very limited taxis at the port.
Shopping Tips
Shopping at the Port Of
Campbell River
The shopping in
Campbell River is limited to the tent stores that are
put up when a ship arrives. Upon our arrival in Campbell
River, the mayor was there to greet each passenger as
they debarked the ship. There was also a small band and
several of the shops were open.
Campbell River Shopping
There were a lot of
local native selection of dolls, jewelry, carvings and
such. For the most part, the shopping was anti climatic
after the major Alaskan ports that we had visited. The
shopping center and marina that adjoins the cruise port
offers chain stores much like any shopping mall in
Canada or the U. S..
Port Highlights
If you are
there during salmon season, by all means arrange for a
salmon trip. Steelhead fishing is also legendary in the
rivers around Campbell River. Most ships will offer tours to
Strathcona Park, a huge wilderness park that will take your
breath away. Many eco-adventures are offered by local
operators such as hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, river
rafting, snorkeling, bear and whale watching but these must
be booked in advance of your arrival and they will generally
arrange for transportation for you.
Off the Beaten Path
Nothing that I can think of.
Dining & Drinking
Suggestions
None that I have found
“Must Do” List
If
you wanted a day to relax on the ship, Campbell River
may be the perfect opportunity.
