Camp at Cal-Cheak

Where the beautiful Callaghan and Cheakamus Rivers converge, there is a great campsite aptly named after these two turquoise rivers. This is a quiet area, shaded by huge stands of West Coast forest, and easily accessible from HWY 99, about 20 minutes south of Whistler Village.

Hiking and mountain biking trails, plus a unique suspension bridge are all within a few minutes walk from the camping area.

There are lots of forested campsites and some beautiful riverside sites as well - drive around the three main areas to get your bearings. The sites are huge, with plenty of room for a camper van or multiple tents.

Rarely full, this hidden gem is a fantastic place to set up a base camp to explore the surrounding Whistler area. Brandywine Falls is just 3km to the south, with both highway and trail access, while Garibaldi Park is a short distance further. This is as close as you can get to backcountry camping within a developed campsite.

Cal-Cheak has large signage visible from HWY 99. Heading south from Whistler the turn-off is just before the main road to the Callaghan Valley, about 20 minutes past Whistler Village. You'll need to do a U-turn here, as there's no turning left on the highway. From Squamish, the turn off is about 25 minutes to the north, just past Nairn Falls.

55 campsites/$13 night/camp area operator onsite/pit toilets/picnic tables