RV Camping in British Columbia
TL;DR: Discover British Columbia's spring beauty, from Vancouver's Cherry Blossom Festival to the historic trails of Prince George. Enjoy unique Harvest Host locations, artisanal cheeses, tulip fields, and indigenous cultures. Perfect for nature and history enthusiasts.
With spring just around the corner, let’s talk about one of the best places to visit during the upcoming season: British Columbia. This province is well-known for being home to the big cities of Vancouver and Victoria and is the western-most province in Canada. We recommend visiting in April or May to maximize the springtime fun.
British Columbia (B.C. for short) is primarily made up of mountains and forests, yet it boasts a variety of climates. Fascinatingly, you can find subalpine areas, canyon districts, boreal forests, dry inland forests, semi-arid valleys, subarctic prairies, and even temperate rainforests on western Vancouver Island. It has quite a long history, being inhabited by First Nations peoples for thousands of years. It was colonized by the British in 1849 and officially became part of Canada in 1871. Grab your Harvest Host membership, your passport if you are a U.S. citizen, and your RV keys as we explore this amazing area. We’ll tell you all about the best places you can camp, and the best that B.C. has to offer in the spring.
Vancouver
Our first stop brings us to Vancouver. If you time your trip to arrive at the right time in April, you can attend the annual Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival to kick your spring off on the right foot. There are many opportunities to view cherry blossoms all over the city. In addition to this festival, Vancouver offers such a wide variety of fun activities for everyone. The town is home to many scenic views, hip restaurants, and unique adventures.
Vancouver Travelers searching for some hiking can stop at Golden Ears Provincial Park, which is one of the largest parks in the province. Golden Ears has a variety of easy and moderate hikes, and even a few strenuous. Be sure to save some room, because right outside of Golden Ears park lies Golden Ears Cheesecrafters. This Harvest Host location gives members and tourists the opportunity to watch the process of cheese making, and, best of all, the opportunity to purchase artisanal cheese.