CR-1 Weekly Adventures
Campbell River CR- 1
Next Adventure — Thursday, October 15
Welcome to your weekly adventure page!
This page will be updated before each Thursday adventure with the week’s location, meeting and pickup information, what to bring, and any important trail or weather updates.
Please check back before each adventure, as locations will change throughout the season while we explore different trails and natural areas throughout Campbell River and the surrounding region.
This week’s adventure details
Waterfalls & Forest Exploration
Elk Falls Provincial Park — Thursday, October 15, 2026
About This Adventure
This week, CR-1 will explore the forests, waterfalls and canyon environment of Elk Falls Provincial Park. The park features an extensive 6 km trail system, old-growth forest, river and canyon viewpoints, and the spectacular 25-metre Elk Falls.
For this adventure, our Junior Hikers will explore the Upper Day-Use Area, travelling through mature coastal forest toward the Elk Falls viewpoints and Elk Falls Suspension Bridge.
The primary trail to the suspension bridge and viewing areas is approximately 800 metres on easy trails. There are some stairs required to reach the suspension bridge and south viewpoint, giving the crew an opportunity to experience changing terrain while keeping the adventure manageable for an after-school outing.
Along the way, we’ll slow down to explore the forest around us, practise trail awareness and hiking skills, and learn about responsible recreation in a protected natural area. Elk Falls contains areas of old-growth Douglas-fir and western red cedar, providing a great setting for nature observation and outdoor learning.
What to Bring
Please ensure your Junior Hiker arrives prepared for an afternoon outdoors. Campbell River weather can change quickly, and our adventures will continue in a variety of conditions when it is safe to do so.
🥾 Hiking or trail footwear — comfortable, closed-toe footwear with good traction
🎒 Small backpack — something your Junior Hiker can comfortably carry themselves
💧 Water bottle — filled and ready for the adventure
🍎 Snack — enough for an active afternoon outdoors
🌧️ Waterproof rain jacket — please come prepared even when rain isn’t expected
🧥 Warm layer — fleece, sweater or similar layer appropriate for the day’s conditions
🧢 Weather-appropriate extras — toque/gloves on colder days or a sun hat when appropriate
👕 Comfortable outdoor clothing — clothing that can handle trails, mud and changing weather
Please label personal items with your child’s name whenever possible.
Adventure Ready: Please check the weather before your Junior Hiker’s adventure and pack accordingly. We recommend dressing in layers so clothing can be adjusted as conditions change throughout the afternoon.
Adventure Focus
🥾 Trail Skills — pacing, trail awareness and moving together as a crew
🌲 Forest Exploration — discovering mature and old-growth coastal forest
💧 Waterfall & Canyon Environment — observing Elk Falls and the Campbell River from designated viewpoints
🌉 Suspension Bridge Adventure — building confidence while experiencing one of Campbell River’s best-known outdoor landmarks
🤝 Crew Building — getting to know our fellow Junior Hikers and establishing positive trail routines
🌿 Responsible Recreation — staying on designated trails and learning how we can help protect the places we explore
Planned Adventure Area
Our primary adventure area will be the Elk Falls Upper Day-Use Area, suspension bridge and surrounding forest trails.
The exact route and distance may be adjusted based on available adventure time, weather, trail conditions and the needs and abilities of the crew. BC Parks specifically asks visitors to stay on designated trails in this area, and we’ll reinforce that with our Junior Hikers throughout the adventure.
Adventure Map
Please review the map below to become familiar with the adventure area and surrounding trail network.
Our exact route may vary depending on weather, trail conditions, available adventure time, and the needs and abilities of the crew. Junior Hikers will remain on designated trails throughout the adventure.
Meet Your Adventure Team
Crew Member Information Coming Soon
We’re currently finalizing our Campbell River adventure team profiles. Meet your guides, learn about their experience and credentials, and get to know the people who will be adventuring alongside your Junior Hiker — coming soon!
We look forward to introducing you to the team. 🏔️🥾
Our Adventure Team
Depending on the adventure and crew size, additional Coastal Junior Hikers team members may join the group. Families will be introduced to the team members working directly with their Junior Hiker as our Campbell River crews continue to grow.
Questions or Need to Contact Us?
Have a question about this week’s adventure, pickup arrangements, gear, weather, or something our adventure team should know about your Junior Hiker?
Please don’t hesitate to reach out. If there is important information that may affect your child’s adventure, we encourage you to contact us before the outing whenever possible.
Coastal Junior Hikers
📧 info@coastalmountainadventures.com
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For time-sensitive information on an adventure day, please contact us as soon as possible so we can make sure the information reaches your Junior Hiker’s adventure team.