Vancouver Island—British Columbia
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Planning Tips
There is no shortage of campgrounds. They are primarily without hookups, but based on average temperatures they are probably not needed.
Victoria is obviously the primary metropolitan area for services and entertainment, but there are numerous other sizable towns in the southern half of the island.
Ferries run from Vancouver, Horseshoe Bay and Powell River. The Vancouver Island site is a good resource.
Highlights
I don’t know how you explore Vancouver Island, or the islands in general, in less than a week. Seven days would only give you a general impression. A full season might not be enough. Two national parks and other national sites are just part of the equation. The coastline, waterfalls, beaches, coastal towns and rugged mountain views are just some of the attractions. Proper exploration of the city of Victoria alone can take multiple days.
In any case, here are some of the major attractions…
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Victoria Average Temperatures and Rainfall
