Getting to Strathcona Park Lodge
The Lodge is located forty minutes by road from Campbell River, and an hour and a half from Comox. Both Campbell River and Comox are served by airports, however the Comox airport has more frequent flights and tickets are correspondingly cheaper. You may find it most convenient to arrive through Comox airport. Rental cars and shuttle service are available from both airports. Parking at the lodge is free.
If you choose to fly in to Vancouver or are driving up from the US, you can get to Vancouver Island via BC Ferries. if this is your first time to BC, the longer journey can be well worth it! Another option is through Victoria, via air or there are multiple ferries from the US (from Port Angeles, Seattle or Anacortes) - again, the longer drive up along the coast can be quite spectacular. The drive from Victoria along highway 1 and 19 is approximately 3 hours to Campbell River. Highway 19A is a good option from Nanaimo to Campbell River for a more scenic drive and leisurly pace.
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Strathcona Park Lodge
41040 Gold River Hwy
Campbell River, BC V9W 5C5
Accommodations
Accommodations
The location is rustic and surrounded by beautiful views of Upper Campbell Lake and the surrounding mountains. We have rooms blocked off at Strathcona Park Lodge from Saturday Aug 1 to Monday Aug 3, however you may choose to reserve a longer or shorter stay. Mention the Hill-Jahoor wedding to receive a 10% discount. Rooms will only be blocked and available for wedding guests up to 2 months before the wedding. After this, availability cannot be guaranteed and the discount does not apply. Guest rooms are in the Outdoor Center, Seale House and Haig Brown Building. Check in time is from 3 PM, and Check-Out time is 11 AM.
NOTE: Reservations can be made by telephone only.
Strathcona Park Lodge 1-250-286-3122
Strathcona Park Lodge Property Map
Things to Note
Meals provided are: welcome dinner on Saturday, reception dinner on Sunday and brunch on Monday. All other meals can be purchased at the Lodge restaurant - the “Whale Room”. Current pricing is Breakfast - $16, Lunch - $18 and Dinner - $28. This is a flat price per meal, and all meals are presented in a family style buffet. Lodge mealtimes are Breakfast @ 7:30AM, Lunch @ 12PM and Dinner @ 6PM - Listen out for the mealtime bell!
There are no TVs, telephones, coffee makers, refrigerators or microwaves in the rooms.
Wireless internet is available in the High Bracer Lounge,but there is no cell phone service.
Most of the lodge grounds are gravel, sand or grass, and it will be summertime, so come prepared!
Most of the lodge is strictly non-smoking except in specifically designated areas.
Kayaks and canoes at the waterfront center are complimentary on Sunday 2nd Aug. from 8AM to 12PM, and may be rented outside of these times.
Swimming in the lake is awesome - so don’t forget your swimsuit! Just be aware there is no lifeguard on duty.
There are lots of hiking trails around the lodge, and it is very near to it’s namesake - BCs oldest provincial park, and the largest on Vancouver Island, so bring your hiking shoes!
There is a wood fired sauna available!
Other things to do nearby
Get West Adventure Cruises - MV Uchuck III - the lodge offers a special if you have booked for the Uchuck, inquire at the lodge! (this would probably be outside of your stay for the wedding)