Campbellton Neighbourhood Association
What We Do
The Campbellton Neighbourhood Association focuses on practical, people-centred projects that build pride, connection, and care for place.
Community Projects
Improving access to the river through Rescue the River initiatives, revitalizing and creating parks, trails, and shared spaces shaped by local voices and volunteer leadership.
Advocacy & Collaboration
Working alongside the City of Campbell River, Vancouver Island University, Rotary, funders, and community partners to move neighbourhood priorities forward.
Tourism & Local Economy
Supporting local businesses, attracting visitors, and contributing to Campbell River’s growing tourism appeal - while staying rooted in community, culture, and care for the land.
Community Project: River Village Park
A Place to Pause, Connect, and Play!
1890 19th Ave.
River Village Park is in the heart of Campbellton River Village, where nature, recreation, and storytelling come together.
Designed with families in mind, the park features nature-inspired play elements, open green space, and viewpoints that highlight the river’s beauty and wildlife. It is a place where children explore, neighbours meet, and visitors experience the rhythm of life along the water.
River Village Park also marks the beginning and end of Quinny’s Quest and is a key stop along the Campbellton Loop - linking storytelling, movement, and discovery in the Campbellton River Village.
Community Project:
The Campbellton Loop
Slow down, explore, and experience Campbellton from a different perspective
The Campbellton Loop is a 7.2-kilometre walking and cycling route that takes people off the beaten path to explore the Campbellton River Village in a whole new way.
What you'll experience
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River views, estuary edges, community parks, residential and industrial areas
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Interpretive elements that share local knowledge
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Public art and storytelling brought to life through Quinny’s Quest
At its heart, the Campbellton Loop is about reconnecting people
to the river, the land, and the stories that shape this place.
Community Project:
Quinny's Quest
.Follow the Loop. Collect the Apples. Discover the Magic
Quinny’s Quest is an interactive, story-driven adventure along the Campbellton Loop, designed to help visitors get outside, explore, and have some fun!
Following Quinny, a curious young bear, explorers collect golden apples and moments of wisdom while discovering hidden corners of Campbellton. The experience blends storytelling, movement, and imagination, making it fun, meaningful, and accessible for all ages.
Using a free mobile app, Quinny’s Quest comes to life with a touch of magic and mystery.
The journey begins and ends at River Village Park, where explorers enter their collected numbers into the Quest Machine to see if they’ve successfully completed the Quest - bringing the adventure full circle with a sense of wonder and accomplishment.
Community Project: Raven Park Revitalization
Honouring the Past, Caring for the Future
Raven Park Entrance
Ravens & Portal: Station #4 of Quinny's Quest on the Loop
Once easy to miss, Raven Park and the Baikie Island Nature Reserve have been thoughtfully restored into a place people now seek out and return to. Native plantings are helping revive local ecosystems, while a new parking area and entrance trail make the park more welcoming and accessible.
Indigenous-led elements, including the Indigenous Archway and the carved bear, anchor the park in story, respect, and connection. These beautiful pieces of art were carved by Bill, Greg, and Junior Henderson of the Wei Wai Kum First Nation. Nearby, the Ravens & Portal, Station #4 on Quinny’s Quest along the Campbellton Loop, adds a layer of storytelling and exploration to the experience.
The public art, a new parking lot, and the upgraded pathways invite visitors to slow down, explore, and experience the land in a meaningful way.
This restoration was made possible through partnerships with the Rotary Club of Campbell River, the City of Campbell River, the Province of British Columbia, and Island Coastal Economic Trust.
Community Project: Beaver Floatplane (2012 - 2023)
Where Adventure Flows
After 11 years of dedication, collaboration, and perseverance, the de Havilland Beaver now soars once again above Campbellton - creating a striking gateway landmark for residents and visitors alike. The project was championed by Brian Shaw, Chair of the Campbellton Neighbourhood Association, Ron Kerr, City Councillor with the City of Campbell River, and Jonathon Calderwood of Grant Signs, whose leadership and commitment were instrumental in bringing the vision to life.
First introduced in 1947, the Beaver was built for rugged terrain and remote access, becoming essential to life on the coast. In Campbell River, floatplanes connected remote logging camps to the outside world - transporting people, supplies, and mail where roads could not reach.
Today, the de Havilland Beaver flies high as a tribute to Campbell River’s past and the resourceful spirit that helped shape this community, inviting visitors to explore the stories that define our coastal heritage.
Beaver Floatplane at Beaver Landing
Community Project: Carol's Flower Boxes (2015 to 2026)
"Flowers remind us that transformation begins in the smalles places."
The Campbellton flower boxes, designed and maintained by Carol, a director in the CNA, enhance the streetscape with seasonal colour and thoughtful plantings.
Supported by an annual grant from the City of Campbell River, the flowers and ongoing watering program are made possible each year.
Carol’s work contributes to a vibrant, welcoming public realm and reflects the community pride that defines Campbellton.
Community Project: The River Nook (2021)
A Hidden Gem by the River
The River Nook is a small, thoughtfully designed gathering space along the 7.2 km Campbellton Loop and home to Station #3 on Quinny’s Quest, the interactive story trail that invites families to explore through imagination and discovery.
Created in 2021, the Nook was made possible through the support of a grant from the Island Coastal Economic Trust and led by Laurel Cronk, Chair of the Campbellton Neighbourhood Association.
The Nook is designed to blend naturally with its surroundings, it offers a quiet place to pause, reflect, and connect with the Campbell River. The mural and public art were created by Alex Witcombe, adding creativity and character to this intimate riverside space.
The River Nook invites residents and visitors to slow down and experience the river up close.
The River Nook: located behind the On the Rocks Climbing Gym
Beaver Floatplane at Beaver Landing
Art & Storytelling
Whimsy. Wonder. Connection.
Local artist Alex Witcombe has infused the Campbellton Loop with creativity and curiosity. From carved bears to mysterious portals, his sculptures surprise and delight visitors of all ages.
Each work of art is rooted in the local landscape and invites you to slow down and look closer.
The Loop also celebrates:
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First Nations teachings shared with care
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Local history and community pride
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Native plant identification integrated into signage
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QR-coded story stations that connect the physical with the digital
COMING SOON!
Book for Purchase:
To bring the story home, the Quinny’s Quest book is available for purchase at select local businesses.
It’s more than a book—it’s a gift of experience. Imagine a grandparent handing it to their grandchild and saying, “Let’s go solve Quinny’s Quest together.” It’s the kind of memory that turns a trail into a treasured tradition.
More Campbellton Neighbourhood Association Projects
More Parks & Trails in the Campbellton River Village
The River Nook
The River Nook is a little parkette tucked on the east side of the Tamarac Bridge. This special place overlooking the Campbell River was created from a collaboration between the Campbellton Neighbourhood Association and the City of Campbell River. It is enriched with public art, made possible with a grant from Island Coastal Economic Trust.
Reflection Point
This small new park is the perfect place to rest and reflect. It can be found at the west end of the Raven Trail, beneath the Willow bridge. Overlooking the Campbell River, it’s quiet and calming - an invitation to sit by the water and just be.
Woodburn Trail
A beautiful path between Woodburn Road and Duncan Bay Main, this is the home of Cedar and Station #5 on the Campbellton Loop. It connects the Loop to the extensive Snowden mountain biking trails. At the end of the path, turn right to reach the Snowden Demonstration Forest or turn left to follow the Canyon View Trail for prime fishing views.
Canyon View Trail
Canyon View Trail is a popular local fishing spot and the starting point of a well-loved walking trail along the Campbell River. Known for its scenic canyon views and river access, it’s also Station #6 on the Campbellton Loop, inviting visitors to pause, cast a line, or begin their walk while experiencing one of Campbellton’s most iconic river landscapes. Bikes are not allowed on this trail.
Kingfisher Creek Trail
Just beyond the “soon-to-be” development is this peaceful path that runs through lush riparian habitat. This short but scenic trail offers a quiet escape and an opportunity to spot local wildlife along the waterway.
The driftwood sculpture, River at Station #7 on the Campbellton Loop, it is currently in a temporary location at the end of 15th Ave.
Haig-Brown House
The Haig-Brown House is a cherished riverside landmark that reflects Campbell River’s literary, conservation, and cultural history. Once the home of celebrated author and conservationist Roderick Haig-Brown, the house now offers a charming bed and breakfast and access to a peaceful walking trail along the Campbell River.
Open to the public, it remains one of the community’s best-kept secrets - a place to slow down, explore, and connect with the stories that helped shape this region.
Nunns Creek Park
Nunns Creek Park is a large, open green space in Campbellton that is set to become an even more vibrant community hub. The City of Campbell River has approved a $6.2-million redevelopment plan that will upgrade sports fields, create a four-diamond slo-pitch hub, and improve park infrastructure, while continuing to support community gatherings and events. The phased improvements will expand recreation opportunities and strengthen the park’s role as a key neighbourhood destination.
Fundraising for Campbellton
A practical purchase with a meaningful local impact
Our Campbellton YETI water bottles, Campbellton River Village t-shrits, and YETI coffee mugs are available with 100% of proceeds reinvested directly into Campbellton initiatives - helping fund community projects, placemaking, and neighbourhood improvements.
You can purchase a YETI locally in Campbellton at:
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Mussels & More Pottery
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More Eatery
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Deb at Riveritedeb@gmail.com
You can purchase a t-shirts and coffee mugs locally in Campbellton by contacting:
Coffee Mugs: Deb at Riveritedeb@gmail.com
T-Shirts: Keltie at 1keltiecham@gmail.com
Plan Your Visit
Get Loop-ready!
Whether you’re walking, biking, or questing, the Campbellton Loop is ready to welcome you.
Getting Here:
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Parking available at River Village Park and Raven Park
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Nearby bus routes and bike access points
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Trailhead signs and Loop maps at key locations
Suggested Routes:
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Families & Kids: Start at River Village Park and complete Quinny’s Quest
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Nature Lovers: Meander through Baikie Island and Reflection Point
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Cyclists: Ride the full 7.2 km and connect to the 28 km Greenways Loop
Tips:
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Bring water and snacks
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Follow trail etiquette
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Watch for QR codes and signs
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Don’t rush—there’s magic in every corner
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