Camping & Hiking · Scenic Views · British Columbia
A rustic hillside campground on Forbidden Plateau above the Comox Valley, BC, with big views, a sauna and mountain bike trail access. It's a gravel drive up, and some find it more backyard than resort.
Forbidden Plateau Mountain Resort & Campground sits high on the plateau, and one visitor describes views down to the ocean and the city below, clear enough to catch the northern lights. It's quiet and calm at night. Reviewers are clear that it's rustic: rugged sites, a mix of seasonal and overnight campers, and what one guest called backyard vibes.
The host gets strong praise for being welcoming, responsive by text and quick to find a site that fits. One family's booked site was too small for their trailer, and they were moved without hesitation. Amenities include showers, a sauna and a zip line that kids love. Seasonal campers are described as friendly and happy to share local tips. Some sites have electrical and sewer hookups, and even a large camper van fit fine.
Mountain bikers use it as a base for the plateau's trails, either shuttling to the top or riding the lower trails. Cumberland's bike trails, Nymph Falls, the Oyster River potholes and Courtenay are all within a short drive, and in the fall you can watch salmon run. Hiking trails start right outside the campground.
Expectations matter here. The access road is washboard gravel, and a couple of recent visitors were unhappy, describing tight sites, junk and tires lying around, litter and late-night parties. Message the host ahead to confirm your rig will fit, and don't expect a polished resort.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 84 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Forbidden Plateau Mountain Resort & Campground directly.
