Living Large on the Chilliwack River
Chilliwack, BC
Picnic Table
Fires
Vault Toilets
Potable Water
Pet Friendly
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Amenities, activities and location
Amenities
Picnic TableFiresVault ToiletsPotable WaterPet Friendly
Trash
Showers
WiFiActivities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
HikingHorseback Riding
Paddling
SwimmingWhitewater Paddling
Wildlife Watching
Landscape
Beach
CaveForestLakeRiverSwimming Hole
Waterfall
Getting there
50954 O’Byrne Road, Chilliwack, BC, CA
Good to know
- Check-in
- 3:00pm
- Check-out
- 11:00am
- Pets
- Allowed
- Guests per site
- Up to 18
About this campground
Camp on the Chilliwack River!! Tent and Glamp camping is open for bookings! Book now for the best camping in the area. Lots of privacy for your Summer camp trip. Enjoy a few peaceful days , relaxing to the sounds of the river (no street noise here!) and gaze at the stars at night - no light pollution! Get out of the city, Relax by the river,( on our private beach!), enjoy some beautiful nature. We are a tent only camp site. Looking for a fancy getaway...... Look at our new 'Glamping' site!! Our glamping sites are open until the end of September - lots of spaces available for your romantic getaway - or a friend getaway!
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Located in the Chilliwack River Valley, our campground offers a perfect escape from the city. Regular camping OR experience our glamping tents area riverside on beautiful acreage nestled in the mountains beside the forest. Reconnect with nature through leisurely walks, eagle spotting, world-class fishing, river rafting, hiking, biking, and relaxing on a private beach. Enjoy the soothing sound of the river and stargaze in a light pollution-free area. We look forward to hosting you, your family, or your group on our property! There is plenty of room for larger groups, although a limited number of camping spots are available. If you are planning to come with a large group please let us know in advance and we will make sure there are no other reservations and you have the place to yourself (depending on your group size). We have 2 pugs and our neighbour has a friendly, large yellow lab who comes over unannounced; they are a bit free-range and both friendly. Let us know if you have any concerns about dogs and we will keep them away. The Lab patrols the area and keeps unwanted wildlife away - he is always unleashed and he is working. We have an outdoor shower and wash up (dishes, etc) area!!! It has hot water for a nice short shower. We have clean porta potties and a flush toilet!!! (flush toilet for July and August only) on site that are serviced once per week and sanitized daily. It is going to be a fantastic camping season!! And, for the ultimate glamper...these details are for you: Glamping is open thru to the end of September. We are so excited to announce our brand new Luxury Canvas "Stargazer" glamping tents. Our newly added glamping tent is located in the Chilliwack River Valley along a beautiful riverside setting, and nestled in the mountains beside the forest, our glamping tent offers the perfect combination of nature and comfort. Reconnect with nature through leisurely riverside walks, eagle spotting, world-class fishing, river rafting, hiking, biking, and relaxing on a private beach. Sleep to the soothing sounds of the river and stargaze in an area free from light pollution. Glamping tents INCUDE EVERYTHING! BBQ grill (includes propane), Queen sized bed with all the linens included; mini fridge, Nespresso coffee maker, electric kettle, utensils for cooking and eating, private deck for BBQ and eating! All you need to bring is your personal items, food and drinks (and propane fire pit if you wish to have a camp fire) - bring a good book to relax with! Dogs are not allowed in the our glamping sites. Glamp tents are for 2 adults; a small child can be allowed, if they sleep in the main bed (or parents bring a cot themselves) - extra fees apply for extra guests. Activities and Amenities.... Nearby Attractions: Cultus Lake (water slides, amusement park, boating), Harrison Lake, Bridal Falls, Fraser Canyon, Mount Cheam, and Lindemann Lake , Elk Mountain hiking; cold plunge and sauna retreat close by.... (and more) Local Charm: The city of Chilliwack offers great restaurants, craft breweries, and plenty of charm. Amenities: Pure artisan spring water, electrical power, heated outdoor showers, and clean porta-potties serviced weekly and sanitized daily. We have upgraded to a flush toilet !!! Booking and Group Information... Group Visits for our tent only site: We can accommodate larger groups; please inform us in advance to ensure exclusive access if needed. When you book, please include all guests aged 5 and older. No Smoking: To prevent forest fires, smoking is prohibited on or near the property. Please make all bookings through the Campertunity website to ensure protection under their Terms of Use. We look forward to hosting you for a relaxing or adventurous stay at Living Large!
Reviews
LiahonaAug 2026
We had such a great time staying here! The campground was beautiful, peaceful, and had such a nice private feel for our group (19 people). It was the perfect place to relax, hang out, play games, enjoy the evenings around the fire pit, and just spend time t...
TammyJul 2026
We couldn’t be more grateful for Lisa and James and their incredible campground. They are such kind, welcoming hosts, and it’s clear how much love and care they put into this special place. This is our third visit, and somehow we love it even more every ti...
BartekJul 2026
This was my second time camping with James and Lisa, we upgraded to a Glamping site, it was quite the experience, we really enjoyed it, the tent was nice and cozy, had a great sleep in the fresh air and the soothing sounds of the river. Highly Recommend ca...
CalumOct 2025
Even better than pictured!
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PianoSep 2025
Awesome place, safe, beautiful and host was very polite and helpful.
RachelAug 2025
awesome love it !!!
LoriAug 2025
My daughter and I had a wonderful stay here. The hosts are wonderful and so helpful. They gave us recommendations on where to go for a lovely brunch and even helped us out the first night when I realized that I had forgotten our toothbrushes lol. We had a d...
TammyJul 2025
We came back for a second year in a row because we had such a great time last year. Lisa and Jedi James are amazing hosts — super welcoming, accommodating, and they keep the site in fantastic shape. Our two little boys had the time of their lives and haven’...
MichelleJul 2025
This was our second stay at Living Large on the Chilliwack River! The hosts are so accommodating and made us feel very welcome. Listening to the river at night is so peaceful and we saw some gorgeous sunsets. Thank you for another wonderful stay!
HaileyJul 2025
James and Lisa were extremely welcoming and kind throughout our entire trip. They made sure we had everything we needed while also giving us plenty of space and privacy to enjoy our stay. The hot showers were a much-appreciated comfort after a day of explor...
NicoleJun 2025
Campsite was great! I have no complaints, definitely higher quality than provincial campsites. Like how well the outhouses were maintained. They were super great at checking in with us regularly to make sure we had everything we needed.
HamphreyMay 2025
This is our second time camping at Living Large, and we had a wonderful time. James and Lisa always made sure that we were comfortable and responded promptly to our needs. The addition of hot water for the shower was amazing. It is always soothing to hear t...
ChistaAug 2024
We had a great weekend camping and hanging out by the river. The campsites are good sized and have some privacy (some are more private than others). We got a spot that was right by the fence to get to the river. The campsite has 3 porta potties, a propane h...
StephenieAug 2024
this is our Third summer and definitely enjoy that we have somewhere safe to leave all our belongings. We usually leave all day to go to all the water parks and adventure parks. Kids love being by the river. Each year we go there is a new addition to their...
ElizabethJul 2024
Our recent glamping trip was an unforgettable experience that perfectly blended the beauty of the outdoors with luxurious amenities. The accommodation was far from your typical tent - it was a spacious and comfortable structure with plush furnishings and a...
TammyJul 2024
Just amazing! Lisa and James were amazing hosts. The site was beautiful and incredibly well kept. What a treat for our family. We will be back for sure.
ManishaJul 2024
Camping under the willow tree was so much fun. My group was not able to fill our air mattress but James kindly obliged and helped us inflate it in his garage. James and Lisa are the most wonderful hosts. The camp ground was by the water and it was absolutel...
NicoleJun 2024
Lovely, private, hot water shower, and campsites are large. Owners super friendly and site has a family vibe. Remote enough that you can disconnect but close enough for fun day trips/activities.
ClaireMay 2024
Right beside the Chilliwack River, it's such a beautiful and peaceful campground. The hosts Lisa and James are very friendly. We enjoyed our stay here.
BrianSep 2023
great spot, nice people. wish the wifi reached the campsites but that’s a very first world problem.
StephenieAug 2023
second year for us, we loved it both James and Lisa are so kind. it helps us that they have wagon for us to use to load all our stuff to and from our Campsite. we generally spend our days exploring so it’s so nice to be able to leave our stuff and not worr...
sinaAug 2023
super friendly owners. they hooked us up with free corn :) also they had the most lovely doggy.
AngelikaAug 2023
we really enjoyed out stay at Living Large ? I’m lucky that I found James and Lisa’s place. All I can hear from my relatives are “I like it here” “nice place” “so peaceful” James and Lisa are the sweetest and kindest host ? Thank you so much!!
Judy AlbertAug 2023
We had a blast with our stay at James and Lisa's humble campsite. We really enjoyed our camping specially the kids. We felt really safe and taken cared of. Thank you James and Lisa.
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ElaineAug 2023
We didn't camp at Living Large on the Chilliwack River. I booked the campground on the evening of July 26 I believe it was, realizing that in the midst of a move and realizing that we'd need to camp somewhere between the BC interior and Vancouver Island whi...
SoniaJul 2023
Beautiful place to camp and great hosts! We had a great time exploring the Chilliwack River. I did not realize how nice it is. I would love to go again. The campsites are spread out in a park-like acreage over looking the river. Privacy was excellent. Dog f...
JorgeJul 2023
we loved this place!! James and Lisa were very nice and welcoming ,place has everything you need drinkable water, wifi close the their house in case you need to connect , clean bathrooms and shower and the best part u can easily access the river from the p...
Adriana Jul 2023
We loved this place!! Lisa and her family were fantastic in helping us feel "at home." The location close to the river is beautiful. We will return soon.
MichelleJul 2023
James and Lisa were absolutely the friendliest, best hosts. Honestly, I felt like I was more at home than staying on someone's property, and there is ample room for everyone to feel like there is more than enough privacy, especially with the white noise of...
NicoleJul 2023
What a lovely couple with a lovely property. Camp sites are spacious (you don’t feel like you are on top of one another like provincial parks). Plus so many extra perks like a cute little solar powered shower, mini wash station for dishes, potable/drinkable...
DeboraJul 2023
We had a lovey weekend in this beautiful space. Our hosts were super friendly and helpful. It’s such a beautiful location. Loved hearing the river as we fell asleep. Saw eagles, owls and rabbits. Our son wanted to use a tent hammock and we were given two si...
HamphreyJul 2023
We had a group of 13 adults and 3 kids camped at Living Large. We had a wonderful time. The place was fantastic, right in the river band. We can hear the sounds of the river flowing. James and Lisa are fantastic hosts. Very easy to communicate from the begi...
SuzieJun 2023
Such a beautiful spot! Our kids had a blast being kids in nature:) James and Lisa are wonderful. Can't wait to return!
JeremyMay 2023
Beautiful spot. Lovely hosts. Kid-friendly. We’ll be back!
BartekDec 2022
Second time camping here and loved it as much as the first time. Thanks again James & Lis, Looking forward to camping in 2023. ?
TimSep 2022
Our first experience with Campertunity and it was great. Site was literally on Chilliwack River bank. Beautiful view, large flat site, white water rafters coming by occasionally, great rock hunting in river bed, bugs not too bad by mid Aug. Even though it w...
StephenieAug 2022
Beautiful place to stay! Loved staying right on the river. We spent a lot of time away from campsite so it was nice to not have to worry about all our belongings while we explored Chilliwack. They have this large area to setup our badminton net. Kids enjoye...
LuckySep 2021
Nice area. Clean. Nice hosts. A few minor improvements can be made but still not bad if a stay.
TanyaSep 2021
The hosts were lovely and definitely had our best interests at heart however, the campsites are very close to their house so privacy is an issue. It was just like camping in our parent's back yard (the running joke of our trip). The first night my friend s...
LeanneAug 2021
Beautiful place with amazing hosts! Right on the river so the sound is very peaceful & relaxing. Everything you could want is here, close to activities but we ended up just sticking around for the day and enjoying the area! James & Lisa were so helpful and...
ShakthiAug 2021
It was great! We had such a good time there! The amenities they provided were perfect for our stay. Very nice people and super accommodating. 100% book again, and would highly recommend! (Also we loved the dog visits ????)
TheoAug 2021
My two boys and I really enjoyed our stay. The sound of the river, basketball hoop and dogs were an added bonus to this excellent location. Truly, this is not your usual backyard and was arguably better than provincial campgrounds. Thank you for offering...
ElishaAug 2021
We lucked out with this camp site! Lisa, James and family shared their space with us and 4 other families in our group for my husband's surprise 40th! The closeness of the river made for restful nights and dampened any noise from neighboring campers. The...
DavidAug 2021
Great spot. Great hosts!
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CarlosAug 2021
A beautiful place, quiet and perfect for family camping. We camped 3 families with a dog included and we enjoyed a nature experience with typical wild sounds. The river is super cool. James and Lisa are very kind people. Sure, we return.
AshleyAug 2021
This is a little piece of paradise! Our hosts were very friendly and helpful, having a great knowledge of the area. Nip down to the river for as little or as long as you want to go fishing. Our 10 year old loved wandering down to the little back eddy to...
HeleneAug 2021
Very hospitable family. They provided us with a large lot, a sturdy picnic table with large umbrella (thankfully as it rained when we were there), lighted pathway for he porter potty. I’m glad there was access to drinking water also and lots of parking. Ove...
NatashaAug 2021
It was great! The sound of the rushing river al night was so soothing and we never ended up needing our white noise machine. They were very helpful and accommodating too! Beautiful place
ColleenAug 2021
This was our second time staying at Lisa and James's. The rushing river is amazing to fall asleep to. The new Shower Shak is a nice addition to rinse off the heat of the day when the sun goes down. Hoping to make this place an annual stop of our camping adv...
RickAug 2021
A beautiful spot with amazing hosts! It was very peaceful camping beside the river and we loved having the opportunity to meet all the dogs :) Thanks James and Lisa!
SiennaAug 2021
James and Lisa, I cannot thank you enough for being such a wonderful host for our camping. You have been great and making sure that all our questions are answered. My family and I had a great time! The sound or the river is relaxing, music to my ears. Our...
DaveAug 2021
James and Lisa were extremely accommodating and generous. Our family really enjoyed our stay at their place and I am grateful that they opened up their property for us to enjoy when it is hard to find a place to travel to. Thank you again J and L!
JustinaAug 2021
Beautiful location, perfect for families with small kids. Lots of space to run around and a fence between the campsites and the river. We had a lovely time.
GillianJul 2021
James and Lisa are lovely hosts, respectful of privacy but there if you need them. The location of their property is beautiful with a view of the mountains, right on the river. The picnic tables with big umbrellas are a really nice touch and it was easy to...
KeeJul 2021
James and Lisa are the best! Their property is a great site with direct access to the river. Everything is well-kept and clean. There's a portapotty on site (running water and sanitizer is located right outside). There is a communal garbage bin, a dish...
TsukiJul 2021
We had a lovely stay! The camping was well thought out - the water tap, outhouse, picnic tables, wagon and dish-washing sink were all easily accessible. Bug spray was a necessity to ward off mosquitos in the evenings! We went to Bridal veil falls and the Ot...
TiJul 2021
We had a great time at Lisa and James’ place. It’s a gorgeous space, and definitely a hidden gem! They are extremely friendly, and we also met their dogs (and neighbour’s dog Cheddar!) The place is very well maintained and we all had a good nights sleep lis...
RachelJul 2021
Lovely spot! We booked the Willow 1 and fell asleep each night to the sound of the river. James and Lisa turned on the electricity each night so my husband could sleep with his CPAP, which was a life-saver. The porta-potty was clean, the shower “shak” is lo...
ArethaJul 2021
We had a great stay! James and Lisa have all the amenities you need for an enjoyable trip. The location is close to lots of day trips, and the sound of the river provides nice white noise for sleeping.
SaraJul 2021
We got to our site which was really great. Theres lots of trees to hang a swing or hammock. Our son made a friend there and they got to play in the shallow creek by the river. Very peaceful and beautiful. It's close to cultas lake or a 25 min drive to Lindd...
ArethaJul 2021
We had a a great stay. It’s an awesome spot with all the amenities you need. James & Lisa were great hosts. The mosquitoes were in full force but it’s inevitable this time of year! We would recommend to friends & family for summer camping. Thanks.
ChristinaJul 2021
Enjoy a little piece of heaven tucked away near the river and the forest. As usual we had a peaceful time and felt welcomed by our hosts, Lisa and James. The solar powered shower available to clean up after a day of fun is the cherry on top of a great exper...
DoriJul 2021
What an amazing place to camp. Even though it was busy, we still had our privacy and the kids had lots of fun, making many new friends and playmates. The hosts are awesome and helpful with things that you might forget to pack! Be aware, many mosquitoes, an...
AmmaraJul 2021
My sister, my mum and our kids made a quick camping trip and it was amazing!! Lisa and her family were so helpful. Our tent malfunctioned and they lent us a coat rack to prop up the one end :). The solar powered shower and porta-potty were much appreciated...
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heatherJun 2021
We had a lovey time at Living Large, loved the lush green and sound of the river! James and Lisa were very helpful and kind hosts! thanks for everything!
HumbertoJun 2021
Had an awesome time camping here! James and Lisa are amazing hosts, we had great communication with them and thry were super attentive. The place is beautiful, really enjoyed listening to the river and the views.
MarcyJun 2021
Perfect getaway!! Wonderful and helpful hosts welcome you to the site. The camping sites are flat for a good nights sleep. Picnic table with umbrella was provided to make dinner time comfortable. Relax to the sound of the river. Easy access to the campsites...
ChristinaMay 2021
Our family has camped a few times with welcoming and caring hosts Lisa and James, who have put a lot of labour and love into their two acre property, and it shows! Well situated campsites are spread out on an acre at the edge of the forest with scenic views...
JimSep 2020
Had a fantastic time at James and Lisa's property, best campsite we stayed at this year. Beautiful, spacious, private, right on the river and with gracious hosts. Will be back next year for sure.
JcSep 2020
It felt strange at first to be camping in a stranger's yard but we relaxed in to it. Lisa and James were great hosts - very friendly and helpful. We were in Willow 1 and 2 and that was a great space for our four adults and 1 toddler. There was lots of grass...
DavidAug 2020
Great hosts! Great Location! Initially we were surprised there were actually 5 campsites on the grounds but quickly realized that they were well spread apart and that our space was ideal for us. Everything we forgot James and Lisa helped us with...from Spa...
BartekAug 2020
We (3 Dad's with 6 kids) had a great time camping (2 nights) at Lisa and James place. The hosts were very nice and made sure we had everything we needed. They have three dogs that are very kid friendly. The view was beautiful, sound of the river was relaxi...
SherryAug 2020
We were here for 3 nights... what a lovely retreat! Our tent spot was Willow (ssshhh.... don't tell anyone, but we think it is the best spot on the property!). Clean portapotty, potable water, and the cutest welcoming committee (3 lovely dogs). We loved o...
StephanieAug 2020
A lovely to stay for 2-3 nights with family and/or friends. Spacious and clean with the sound of the rushing Chilliwack river in the background. Nice campfire rings and amenities are simple but good. Hosts are welcoming and open to feedback. About a 15...
TabithaAug 2020
Lisa, James and furry family were very hospitable. The space is clean and quiet with the Vedder River as running right by you. Will book again next year!
BenjaminAug 2020
We had a lot of fun at James and Lisa's! Such a beautiful view to wake up to. Plus, we got to actually see the moon and the stars at night like we were in a whole new world - it was entrancing! Thank you Lisa and James for your hospitality! ??
AnnaAug 2020
Stayed 3 nights. It was a nice and restful stay. James and Lisa are great hosts and are very accomodating and answered all our questions. They checked up on us once or twice a day which was nice. But otherwise, they left us to our own devices. We had all th...
MandyJul 2020
The property is beautiful, the veiw is amazing, the water tap, lovely water, porty potty super clean.
noreenJul 2020
This was a lovely site and the hosts were very friendly. The few of the river was amazing. There is also a small trail to walk if you want some quiet time. It is a large well kept area that is share.
ColleenJul 2020
Absolutely loved camping here. The rushing river was amazing to fall asleep to and the hosts were fantastic (along with their 2 doggos). I'm definitely going back. Thank for a great weekend away!
NampreetJul 2020
James and Lisa were great hosts and very helpful. We had the Fireside site which backs on to the beautiful Chilliwack River. It was our first site on Campertunity and we didn't know what to expect. Considering it was in their backyard (about an acre), th...
ChristinaJul 2020
My husband, 4 year old and I stayed here mid. July for four nights. We enjoyed our surroundings, and would recommend it. Actually, this would be a good spot for first time campers as Jamie and Lisa are attentive and keep and eye on things. There is beautif...
KathyJul 2020
James and Lisa (and Panda and Django) were very inviting onto their property. They have a portapotty (which they made sure was getting freshly serviced!) and potable water easily available on site. They have a wagon to help get your things down to the campi...
PatriciaJul 2020
This is my new favourite Camp spot. Lisa and James are wonderful hosts. The property is beautiful and i loved going to sleep at night listening to the sound of the river behind us. Looking forward to our next camping trip there
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CherylJul 2020
Lisa and James are great hosts! They went the extra mile to ensure our stay was the best - we were 4 moms with 10 boys under the age of 12. Their property is very safe if you pay attention to the boundaries of nature. It is a peaceful spot with the sounds o...
MimiJul 2020
James and lisa were very hospitable. The place was nice and spacious, right by the river and it had all the necessary amenities you’d think of needing in a comfortable camping experience. Would definitely revisit!
NathanJul 2020
We stayed on the Willow site which is able to accommodate a few tents. The property provides lots of scenery being beside the Chilliwack River and nearby mountains. The outhouse is kept clean with a variety of cleaning/washing supplies nearby as is the wa...
VishalJul 2020
Wonderful stay. River sound is so soothing. Hosts went above and beyond to ensure things were going well.
LesleyJul 2020
It's a beautiful place right on the river. The hosts are very friendly and accommodating. I had a great stay and will definitely go back.
BritainiJul 2020
Lisa and James are such gems! Truly incredible hosts that went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed our stay. They have a beautiful property that is great for tenting. A perfect spot.
MichelleJul 2020
Lisa was super nice to us! We had a great time at our stay, it was private and clean. There was a firepit, a wood chopping area, a picnic table and electric outlet in our campsite. Then there's a common water tap, (very clean) portapotty, and trash bin/ rec...
KendallJun 2020
Lisa and Jame's place was perfect for a weekend away. Their property is right on the Chilliwack River and the sounds of the water are so soothing as you drift off to sleep. You can even see the nearby river rafting groups pass you while you have your lunch....
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