By Fraserway RV
Campgrounds during the winter season are generally less crowded. If you are looking for some quiet time close to nature, RVing may be the way to go.
Your RV will be a cabin on wheels, and it will allow you to explore Canada’s glorious winter wonderland!
Return to the comfort of your RV after a day of winter activities and turn on the propane-operated furnace to keep you warm for the evening. Because of the colder winter temperatures, all of our rental RVs will be winterized and if you own it’s recommended you do the same – pending the type of unit you own.
Winterizing an RV means there will be no running water on board and the toilet and shower facilities inside the vehicle cannot be used, therefore it is important to book your stay at one of the many private campgrounds with electrical hookups and washroom facilities open in the winter season.
Even though some features of your RV will be impacted by colder temperatures compared to RVing during warmer months, your hotel-on-wheels will bring you closer than ever to a whole new world of adventures!
Is your RV winterized (no water on board), staying at campgrounds with electrical hook-ups as well as washroom and shower facilities may be your first choice. While the majority of campgrounds, private or provincial, are only open during the summer months, there are options in the winter months.
We have put together a selection of campgrounds open year-round on a route across Canada.
Please be sure to check road and weather conditions regularly and inquire directly with campgrounds regarding availability.
To view all campgrounds on a map, click here.
We have put together a selection of campgrounds at popular winter destinations in British Columbia and Alberta that offer RV camping in winter with electrical hook-ups and open washroom and shower facilities.
Whistler is Canada’s largest ski resort and is consistently ranked as the top year-round resort. Private campgrounds are well prepared for RVers in Winter and offer washroom and shower facilities.
Visit Riverside Resort and Whistler RV Park and Campground.
Manning Park is located just 45 minutes east of Hope and the ski hill boasts 5 lifts and 36 runs. Park your RV at the Manning Park Skyview Campground and be right in the heart of the action for the winter season. Powered sites and washroom facilities are available all winter, the campground is just 3kms from the Manning Park Resort.
Revelstoke Mountain Resort is one of Canada's newest ski resorts with the most vertical in North America at 5,620 feet. The resort is minutes from beautiful downtown Revelstoke.
Visit Boulder Mountain Resort and Smokey Bear Campground Resort
Fernie in the East Kootenays receives up to 37 feet of snow in a season, and attracts a wide range of skiers and riders from around the globe. Delivering over 2500 acres of skiable terrain, 142 named runs, 5 alpine bowls, and an exceptional beginner’s area.
Visit Fernie RV Resort
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ski Area in the BC Rocky Mountains offers a great combination of outdoor activities and relaxation in natural hot springs.
Explore the breathtaking slopes and stunning vistas of the Vancouver area's spectacular ski destinations like Grouse Mountain, Cypress Mountain, and Mount Seymour.
The town of Banff provides quick access to both the Sunshine Village and Norquay ski resorts, and the Lake Louise resort is only a 45-minute drive away. Explore snowshoeing, cross-country skiing or hot springs in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. A gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain or a horse-drawn sleigh ride is a perfect way to enjoy the winter wonderland in Banff National Park.
Lake Louise is the largest ski resort in the Canadian Rockies and has 4000 acres of diverse terrain over four mountain faces: that’s 145 runs – with the longest expanding over 8km. Try ice skating at Lake Louise with a fantastic view or go snow tubing at Lake Louise resort for an exciting and accessible winter sport experience. Get your adrenaline rush by going dog sledding in Canmore or Lake Louise.
Visit Lake Louise Campground
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