Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex



The Strathcona Gardens is an ice and aquatic centre which has two NHL-Size ice surfaces, a leisure/practice ice surface, a 37.5 meter swimming pool, a leisure pool with a water slide, and a fitness area. This facility has been renovated and has the ability to meet a number of sporting needs.

Fast Facts

- 37.5 Meter Indoor Swimming Pool
- Leisure Pool with Spray Bar, Bubble Pit, Geysers, Water Columns
- Hot Tub
- Steam & Dry Saunas
- 32 Meter Waterslide
- 2 NHL-size Ice arenas (200x85)
- Fitness Facility with Cardiovascular & Weight Training Equipment
- Court Room for Fitness Programs
- Concession
- Mezzanine and three smaller meeting areas available for rent

Facility Specs

Year completed 1995
Seating capacity 850
Parking capacity 300
Medical room Yes
Warm up area Yes
Licensed for alcohol Yes
Official rooms 24
Food services Yes
Dressing rooms 11
Scoreboard Electronic
Sound system Yes
Owner Public
Office space Yes
Weight room / fitness facility Yes
Equipment storage No
Ticket box Yes
Media room No
Internet capability Wireless
Hospitality room Yes

Sport Hosting Services

The City of Campbell River in partnership with the Strathcona Regional District manage the majority of the sporting facilities in the community and have a wealth of information and resources to help groups plan their sporting events. The Visitor Centre works year-round to support sporting groups as well by providing valuable information about the community and the activities and facilities that Campbell River has to offer.

Hosting Portfolio

The Strathcona Gardens was co-host to the 2008 U-17 World Hockey Championships.

Weather Information

The average summer temperature is 17 °C (63 °F), but fluctuates from as low as 10 °C (50 °F) at night to 22 °C (72 °F) or higher during the day. The average winter temperature is 5°C (41°F).

Facility Contact

Lori Olsson
250.287.9234
Send e-mail to facility contact
Visit the Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex website

More Information

Visit the Campbell River destination page on HelloBC

Map and Directions

Facility Address:
225 South Dogwood Street, Campbell River, BC, V9W 2R9