BC and Rockies RV Loop: 14 Days from Vancouver
Quick summary: This two-week RV loop from Vancouver combines the Sea-to-Sky Highway, the Okanagan wine country and the Canadian Rockies, returning to the coast without a one-way fee. It suits travelers who want to see the best of British Columbia and Alberta in a single RV rental. Book national park campgrounds early, and plan a few rest days so the driving doesn’t dominate the trip in your campervan or motorhome.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Length | 14 days |
| Start and end | Vancouver |
| Coast | Sea-to-Sky and Whistler |
| Interior | Okanagan Valley, Revelstoke |
| Rockies | Yoho, Lake Louise, Banff, Jasper |
| Tours | Whistler tours, Wine tours |
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What does each day look like?
| Day | Route | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver to Whistler | Sea-to-Sky Highway |
| 2 | Whistler | Trails and gondolas |
| 3 | Whistler to Hope | Back south, Fraser Valley |
| 4 | Hope to Kelowna | Coquihalla, Okanagan Lake |
| 5 | Okanagan | Wineries and beaches |
| 6 | Kelowna to Revelstoke | Shuswap and mountains |
| 7 | Revelstoke to Golden | Glacier National Park |
| 8 | Golden to Lake Louise | Yoho, Emerald Lake |
| 9 | Banff | Town, hot springs, Bow Valley Parkway |
| 10 | Banff to Jasper | Icefields Parkway |
| 11 | Jasper | Maligne Canyon |
| 12 | Jasper to Clearwater | Mount Robson, Yellowhead Highway |
| 13 | Clearwater to Hope | Kamloops, Coquihalla |
| 14 | Hope to Vancouver | Return the RV |
Which days are longest for an RV?
Days 12 and 13, through Mount Robson and down to the coast. Break them up with a stop at Wells Gray Provincial Park if you have extra time.
Is a loop better than a one-way trip?
It avoids one-way fees and lets you see different scenery on the way back, though it adds driving. Compare both when you search.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, for a full loop with a few rest days.
Yes, it sits naturally on the route between Vancouver and the Rockies.
Yes, returning to Vancouver avoids one-way charges.
National park campgrounds in Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper.