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4.1(194 reviews)

Lakeview Park Campsite

8815 Lakeview Park Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0, Canada

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About This Campsite

Lakeview Park Campsite

Lakeview Park Campsite offers a charming retreat for campers seeking a combination of nature and proximity to town. With sandy beaches just a short walk from any campsite and a cozy atmosphere, it provides an ideal location for a family getaway or a quiet week in nature.

Features

  • Beautiful sandy beach within 5 minutes walk from any campsite
  • Trail access to the nearby town
  • Clean restrooms and free hot showers
  • Shaded areas with picnic tables and a small playground for children

Considerations

  • Some campsites are small and may not accommodate larger tents
  • Numbered campsites may lack privacy due to close proximity
  • Lack of signage for garbage areas, restrooms, and specific campsites; relying on the provided map is crucial
  • No designated area to clean dishes
  • Rough terrain with steep hills, not suitable for people with physical challenges or those carrying small children

Important Tips

  • The site may not be open off-season, check the official communication before planning a visit
  • Prices might seem high compared to the amenities offered
  • Be prepared for a possible siren alert at night; it's unclear why or when this might happen
  • Dogs are not allowed on the beach

Overall Thoughts

Lakeview Park Campsite is a delightful spot for those looking for a blend of beachside relaxation and nature adventures. However, some limitations like small campsites, poor signage, and challenging terrain should be considered before booking. Despite these concerns, the campsite's proximity to town and clean facilities make it a popular choice. Enjoy your stay, and don't forget to bring a detailed map to navigate the area effectively!

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Reviews

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Riff Lord

08/05/2024

Great little campground, a little trail gets you access to a short walk into town. Awesome spots, every site is a 5 minute walk to a beautiful sandy beach.

J Taylor

07/19/2024

Wow could be so much better such a lovely location with great cel coverage. Over priced. Needs some TLC. Cleaned and raked my own site.

Raíssa Queiroz

08/28/2023

Pros Beautiful, clean, quiet and private in the Lettered Campsites, the beach is so nice and has a shaded area with picnic tables and a small playground for young kids. Bathrooms are clean. Cons No signs to the garbage area, bathrooms or to the Lettered Campsites. We relied completely on the map they provide on their website until we got used to all the trails. No place to clean your dishes. Some campsites are smaller - not sure they would fit a larger tent like ours. Our 8-person tent just fit on Campsite S, where we stayed. Numbered Campsites seemed too close to each other, not much privacy and a gives a crowded vibe. Only two stalls of toilet and shower in the bathroom. There often was a line to use the facilities, which are definitely not enough for the number of campers there were. Bathrooms are located in a corner of the campground, meaning some campsites are right next to them but others (most of them) are at the opposite end and we had to walk the entire campground to get to them. Not a flat walk. It's rough terrain, with very steep hills that are bad enough for a young person carrying nothing, let alone older campers, pregnant people, parents with young children on their arms, someone who hurt a toe and is limping or the obvious going back and forth to the parking lot to leave the food in the car and bring it back in the morning. This was one of the main inconveniences of all: the long distances full of steep, slippery hills. Disclaimer: they do inform beforehand that "The campsite may prove challenging for persons with physical challenges, disabilities or mobility problems" I thought they meant the elderly, or people who use a walker or wheelchair. But this is true for anyone really. Ideally this is for people in their best shapes and no babies or toddlers to carry. Can't stress this enough. We also had a situation, a loud siren went off around 2-3am. Most people woke up, got off their tents in the dark, trying to figure out what was going on, what alert that was. We were never told what that siren was about. Still, we had lots of fun, not particularly because of the campsite, but because we were with our family and friends. Overall not the worst experience.

conlondaniel

07/31/2024

Pros: lovely setting, close to town, swimming in the lake is nice and close, free hot showers, clean and tidy, washrooms cleaned regularly. Cons: pricey for what it is, sites are really packed in, poor signage, no sign of garbage/recycling, no kitchen wash area, no dogs allowed on the beach.

Asteria42

03/30/2024

Website lies! It is NOT open for the season, and we cycled here 😡. As of March 29 bathrooms are under construction and water is off. Likely going to be nice in May, when it actually opens.