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Camping in Chemainus, B.C.

RVing and camping in Chemainus

Famous for its brilliant murals, First Nations culture and the artistic talent of its residents, Chemainus is popular among RVers. The potential for marine sports and other outdoor recreation is unprecedented, and you can spend weeks exploring the classic west coast attractions in the area. Scroll down on our Chemainus landing page for extensive information on tourist attractions, visitor information, sani-dumps, RV dealers, campsites and more.

mural of First Nations people

Top things to see and do in Chemainus

Artistic murals and plays await in Chemainus.

July 2011 » by Kali Love
Telegraph Harbour Marina in Chemainus

Your island adventure

Chemainus has all the components you could ask for in a travel destination.

July 2012 » by

Make Chemainus your port of call

Backdropped by a cultural oasis of art, music, and a quaint downtown lifestyle, water activities at Chemainus can go for hours or days, and represent something unique and truly West Coast-inspired.

July 2012 » by
A mural

Chemainus is proud to share its culture and history

A walk through Chemainus is a walk through time—from murals and sculptures to local art and theatre, the little town is packed with cultural and historical experiences for the taking.

April 2012 » by
Two German tourists wearing umbrella hats with Canadian flag print

Highlights of Chemainus

Chemainus boasts having the most murals of any community on Vancouver Island.

March 2012 » by Breanne Massey
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Key Chemainus contacts

  • BC Safety Authority Logo

    Feel safe on all your RV journeys

    At the British Columbia Safety Authority, we keep people safe. As the province's designated authority, we promote the safe installation and use of technical equipment. This includes large installations and smaller items such as fuel-burning portable appliances (stoves, lanterns or heaters) that people may use when camping or RVing. When you are travelling in your RV this spring or summer, make sure to BE IN THE KNOW about propane safety and the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Visit our website to learn more about how you can ensure a CO-safe trip this year.

    BC Safety Authority
    www.safetyauthority.ca
  • BC Parks Logo

    Put a little more BC Parks in your life!

    BC Parks offers experiences as unforgettable and diverse as B.C.'s natural landscape. Our network of campgrounds, day-use areas, backcountry and marine parks offer a variety of vacation options for everyone. Many of BC Parks' most popular campgrounds offer services that appeal especially to RVers, such as large, extra-large and pull-through campsites, sani-stations, campsite reservations and even some campgrounds with electrical hookups. Whether your vacation activity is hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing or exploring the rich historic and cultural heritage of the parks, don't wait for the dog days of summer to enjoy a quiet escape among our natural treasures. Any time is perfect to enjoy a visit.

    BC Parks - Victoria
    www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks

Chemainus Attractions

Waterwheel Park
This historic park has a children's playground and beautiful scenery.
Chemainus River Provincial Park
While camping is not currently permitted at this park, you may stop by for some canoeing, hiking, cycling, fishing or other fun outdoor activities.
Chemainus Theatre Festival
Theatre buffs will be enthralled with the shows held here on a regular basis.
Phone: 250-246-9800 ext. 7020
Chemainus Valley Museum
Come and learn a bit more about Chemainus's rich past.
Phone: 250-246-2445
Chemainus Murals
Chemainus is famous for its outdoor mural art gallery.

Chemainus Sani-Dumps

Chemainus Garden RV Park
Phone: 250-246-3569
Chemainus River Campgrounds
Phone: 250-246-9357
Bald Eagle Campground & RV Sites
Phone: 250-246-9457

Chemainus RV Resorts And Campgrounds

Chemainus Garden RV Park
Phone: 250-246-3569
Chemainus River Campgrounds
Phone: 250-246-9357
Bald Eagle Campground & RV Sites
Phone: 250-246-9457

Chemainus RV Dealers and Repair

Southwest RV & Sport Limited
Phone: 250-246-2055

Visitor Information