Osborne Bay Resort is a peaceful oceanfront base for exploring Crofton, the Cowichan Valley, Salt Spring Island, Chemainus, Duncan, and nearby Vancouver Island coastal communities. Whether you are staying in an RV site, cottage, campsite, or Ready-to-Stay RV, you will find ferry trips, seaside walks, wineries, local markets, beaches, kayaking routes, and small-town attractions within easy reach.
Crofton Ferry to Salt Spring Island
The Crofton ferry terminal is just a short distance from Osborne Bay Resort, making it easy to plan a day trip to Salt Spring Island. Guests can enjoy a scenic ferry ride across the water, explore local galleries and artisan shops, visit markets, and experience one of the Gulf Islands’ most popular destinations.
For guests staying in Crofton, the ferry is one of the easiest ways to add a Salt Spring Island adventure to an RV, cottage, or camping stay on Vancouver Island.
Crofton Seawalk
The Crofton ferry terminal is just a short distance from Osborne Bay Resort, making it easy to plan a day trip to Salt Spring Island. Guests can enjoy a scenic ferry ride across the water, explore local galleries and artisan shops, visit markets, and experience one of the Gulf Islands’ most popular destinations.
For guests staying in Crofton, the ferry is one of the easiest ways to add a Salt Spring Island adventure to an RV, cottage, or camping stay on Vancouver Island.
Town of Crofton
Crofton is a quiet coastal community with local cafes, casual dining, waterfront views, and convenient access to the ferry, boat launch, and nearby Cowichan Valley attractions. Its small-town setting makes it a comfortable place to slow down, explore, and enjoy a more relaxed side of Vancouver Island.
Staying at Osborne Bay Resort gives guests easy access to Crofton while remaining close to nearby destinations such as Chemainus, Duncan, Salt Spring Island, and Cowichan Bay.
Cowichan Valley Wineries & Cideries
The Cowichan Valley is known for wineries, cideries, farm stands, local food, and scenic rural drives. Guests can spend the day visiting tasting rooms, exploring local shops, or enjoying the slower pace of Vancouver Island’s wine country.
Osborne Bay Resort is a convenient base for guests who want to combine an oceanfront stay in Crofton with day trips through the Cowichan Valley.
Chemainus Murals & Theatre
Chemainus is a short drive from Osborne Bay Resort and is well known for its outdoor murals, local shops, cafes, and theatre experiences. It makes an easy day trip for guests looking for art, culture, and small-town charm near Crofton.
For visitors searching for places to stay near Chemainus, Osborne Bay Resort offers RV sites, cottages, camping, and Ready-to-Stay RV accommodations nearby.
Duncan & Local Markets
Duncan and the surrounding Cowichan Valley offer local markets, restaurants, shops, cultural attractions, and easy access to nearby farms and food producers. It is a useful stop for groceries, dining, and exploring more of the region during your stay.
Guests staying at Osborne Bay Resort can reach Duncan while still enjoying a quieter oceanfront setting in Crofton.
Kayaking, Beaches & Coastal Activities
The Crofton and Cowichan Valley area offers opportunities for kayaking, beach walks, boating, fishing, prawning, crabbing, and other coastal activities. Guests can enjoy the surrounding waterways, nearby beaches, and relaxed outdoor experiences throughout the region.
Before planning fishing, prawning, crabbing, or boating activities, guests should check current local regulations, licensing requirements, seasonal openings, and weather conditions.
Plan Your Stay Around Crofton & Cowichan Valley
Whether you are planning a quiet oceanfront getaway, a family camping trip, a cottage stay, or an RV visit, Osborne Bay Resort makes it easy to explore Crofton and nearby Vancouver Island destinations.
Book your stay and enjoy convenient access to the Crofton ferry, Salt Spring Island, Chemainus, Duncan, Cowichan Valley wineries, local beaches, coastal walks, and Vancouver Island communities.
