October/November 2024 - Issue 64

Know Before You Travel in British Columbia

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Best Places to See the Northern Lights in British Columbia

One of the most breathtaking sights on a dark night is the appearance of the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis. Under clear dark skies you can look up and see millions of stars and perhaps try to identify constellations and the Milky Way, but have you had the good fortune to see the northern lights? If you are a city dweller, you are likely not used to seeing the stunning night sky, but the beautiful and ghostly apparition of the Northern Lights is something to behold. Read more.

Salmon Spawning in the Fraser Valley – A Fun Day for the Family

October and November are the months when salmon – Chinook, coho, sockeye, chum and pink – return from the Pacific Ocean to the rivers and creeks in British Columbia to spawn. So, if you are looking for something to do this fall, a fun and educational activity for the whole family is to visit one or more of the Salmon Hatcheries or Spawning Channels in BC. Read more.

Storm Watching, Trails & Surfing in Tofino, British Columbia

So, what is all the hype about storm watching? Late last winter we decided to take a trip and check it out. Boots and raincoats packed, we set off to Tofino, British Columbia! Read more.

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Winter Camping Opportunities in British Columbia

British Columbia is growing as a winter camping destination with RV Parks and campgrounds now offering year-round camping opportunities. Vancouver Island, Thompson Okanagan and the Vancouver, Coast and Mountains regions have the mildest temperatures and offer the greatest choice for winter camping in BC. Check out our year-round RV Parks.

Control Your Pets While Camping

Camping with your pets (mainly dogs) can be a rewarding experience, offering them the chance to explore new environments and bond with you in nature. However, it also comes with responsibilities. Keeping your pet safe and ensuring they don’t disrupt wildlife or fellow campers is crucial. Which brings us to the Campers Code, a set of guidelines that everyone should aim to follow when heading into the great outdoors to have a fun and safe adventure for everyone involved. Read more.

More Stories to Help in Your Travel Plans

Whether you like hiking, biking, motor cycling, camping or just lazing by the lake a long way from home, we have stories that will help with your vacation planning. Here are a few

Plan to Travel the Gold Rush Trail in British Columbia

Exploring Kimberley and Area in British Columbia’s Kootenay Rockies

Travel the Kettle Valley Railway Tour in British Columbia’s Okanagan

Travel-British-Columbia-com is Your Go-to Guide for Everything Travel in British Columbia

The Travel British Columbia website is designed to help you find information about the kinds of travel or vacation experiences you can encounter in British Columbia. It will assist you in locating a range of accommodations including lodging, campgrounds and RV parks, with links to maps, driving tours, camping and RVing tips, travel information and more. Check out our FAQs for Camping, RVing, Lodging and General Information.

Interested in Writing BC Travel & Camping Blogs?

We are looking for storytellers who would like to share some of their best British Columbia travel and camping experiences. If you have some great stories to share contact us for more information.

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