Elk Falls Provincial Park
Situated just outside c.r, this park has wonderful trails for hikers or bikers. as for the falls, they are surrounded by old growth trees and are 80ft high.
Quadra and Cortez Island
Quadra island is located right beside campbell river and just a twenty minutes ferry ride away. it's main communities are quathiaski cove and heriot bay, which connects to cortez with a ferry accessible by car.
For Outdoor minded people Strathcona Park contain world-class hiking, and camping. Recommended hikes include Flower Ridge Trail, Crest Mountain Trail, and the Elk River Trail.
Guided salmon fishing is also a very popular thing to do.