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englishman river falls
BC Parks Vancouver Island · British Columbia · reservable
what to expect
Situated along the pristine Englishman River north of Nanaimo, Englishman River Falls Provincial Park features two stunning waterfalls cascading along the descending riverbed into a deep canyon. This picturesque destination, set amid a lush old-growth and second-growth forest of Douglas fir, cedar, hemlock and maple, is an ideal location from which to explore and appreciate the incredible diversity of south central Vancouver Island, including nearby Cathedral Grove, the Pacific Rim, and the sandy shores of Parksville and Qualicum. The park has a large day-use area and campground and contains several hiking trails that meander through the forest and along the river. Visitors can expect spectacular views along the way, particularly from two bridges that cross the river where it plunges down …
the basics
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drive from vancouver
1.2h · 89 km
drive from calgary
10.1h · 759 km
drive from edmonton
11.9h · 891 km
what to know
updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
what to bring
this list adapts to englishman river falls. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;
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common questions about englishman river falls
- does englishman river falls have electric hookups?
- No. Englishman River Falls Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
- how far is englishman river falls from vancouver?
- Englishman River Falls Provincial Park is 89 km from Vancouver — approximately a 1.2-hour drive on highway routes.
- do you need reservations at englishman river falls?
- Yes. Englishman River Falls Provincial Park is operated by BC Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
- when is the best time to camp at englishman river falls?
- Peak season at Englishman River Falls Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.
nearby places
within ~100 km of englishman river falls.
want to camp at englishman river falls?
Cancellation alerts are coming. We’ll email when sites open up at this park.
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