Loveland Bay
BC Parkswhat to expect
For a more intimate camping experience visit Loveland Bay, a small, rustic provincial park that provides camping and boat launching directly onto Campbell Lake. Loveland Bay is a convenient base camp for day tripping to attractions in the nearby communities of Campbell River, Gold River, Sayward, Kelsey Bay and Quadra and Cortes Islands. If you don't want to leave Loveland Bay's peaceful setting, you can spend the day water-skiing, fishing, canoeing or kayaking. Or just relax and work on your tan in between dips in the sun-kissed lake. Loveland Bay Provincial Park is located near Campbell River on central Vancouver Island and offers a quiet area for camping, swimming and fishing.
the basics
what to know
Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
what to bring
This list adapts to Loveland Bay. no showers means a travel towel;
common questions about Loveland Bay
- can dogs camp at Loveland Bay?
- Yes. Loveland Bay Provincial Park allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
- does Loveland Bay have electric hookups?
- No. Loveland Bay Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
- how far is Loveland Bay from Vancouver?
- Loveland Bay Provincial Park is 188 km from Vancouver. Use Google Maps for current drive times — they account for terrain, traffic, ferries, and closures we can't.
- do you need reservations at Loveland Bay?
- Yes. Loveland Bay Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
nearby places
Within ~100 km of Loveland Bay.
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