Compare campervans, motorhomes and RVs to rent in British Columbia, listed by private owners and local rental businesses. See prices, photos and reviews for RV rental in Canada, then book online with insurance included.
British Columbia packs the Sea-to-Sky Highway, the Okanagan wine valley and the Canadian Rockies within reach of a genuinely varied set of pickup cities on the coast. Enter your postcode on the search page, set a collection radius, and you’ll see insured RVs, motorhomes and camper vans from owners and operators across British Columbia.
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RV, Motorhome and Camper Van Rental Across British Columbia
Owners list everything from compact camper vans and Class B RVs to full-size Class A and C motorhomes. A camper van or smaller rig is the easier choice for Vancouver Island’s ferry-dependent routes and Whistler’s mountain switchbacks; a larger motorhome is comfortable on the Coquihalla and Trans-Canada highways. See RV rental, motorhome hire and camper van hire for more on picking a size.
RV rental cities in British Columbia
Vancouver · Victoria · Vancouver Island · Kelowna · Surrey · Abbotsford · Langley · Nanaimo
Best RV road trips in British Columbia
- The Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler — from Vancouver, about 90 minutes to 2 hours, 2–4 days. One of the most scenic short drives in Canada, with Howe Sound cliffs and mountain views the whole way.
- The Okanagan Valley — from Kelowna, wineries and lake beaches right at the doorstep; from Vancouver it’s about a 4–5 hour drive via the Coquihalla, 4–7 days.
- The Canadian Rockies via Golden and Revelstoke — from Kelowna or Vancouver, 5–8 hours, 7–14 days. Glacier and Yoho National Parks en route to Banff and Jasper.
- Vancouver Island — a ferry crossing from Vancouver or Nanaimo’s own pickup point, then Tofino’s rainforest coast and surf beaches, 4–7 days.
Driving and camping in British Columbia
Vancouver Island trips depend on BC Ferries’ schedule between the mainland and the island — book ahead in summer, since sailings fill and standby waits can run hours on a busy long weekend. Mountain routes toward Whistler, Golden and the Rockies gain serious elevation and can see snow at higher passes outside the summer months; check conditions before a shoulder-season trip. Wildfire season, roughly June through September, can bring smoke and occasional highway or campground closures in the Interior and Okanagan — check current conditions before a late-summer trip inland.
When to travel
June to September is the main season, with July and August busiest and most expensive — Whistler, the Okanagan and Vancouver Island’s ferries all book out months ahead for peak summer weekends. May and late September are quieter and cheaper, with the Okanagan’s harvest season in September a good alternative to the summer crowds.
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RV rental British Columbia — FAQs
Do I need to book a ferry for Vancouver Island in advance?
Yes, especially in summer — BC Ferries sailings between the mainland and Vancouver Island fill up on peak weekends, and travelling without a reservation can mean a long standby wait.
Where can I pick up an RV in British Columbia?
Owners list vehicles across Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna and the Fraser Valley cities, with the widest choice around Vancouver.
Do I need winter tyres in British Columbia?
On most signed BC highways, winter tyres are required from 1 October to 31 March, extended to 30 April on mountain passes and heavy-snow routes such as the Coquihalla (Highway 5). Tyres need the M+S or three-peaked mountain snowflake symbol and at least 3.5 mm of tread. Chains on summer tyres do not count as a substitute. The rule applies whether or not there is snow, so check what tyres your RV has when you book an autumn or spring trip. DriveBC shows road conditions.
How far ahead can I reserve BC Parks campsites?
BC Parks lets you reserve a campsite for your whole stay up to three months before arrival, with new bookings opening daily at 7 am Pacific. RVs and trailers are accepted at many campgrounds, but not all, so check the campground's details first. Popular parks near Vancouver and on Vancouver Island fill quickly in summer. See BC Parks frontcountry reservations.