Written Directions
Start Campbell River at at junction with Highways 19 and 28, follow Hwy 28 direction via Gold River to Muchalat Inlet.
Scenery
Highway 28's total length is 99 km (62 mi). Starting in Gold River at the shore of Muchalat Inlet, Highway 28 follows the Gold and Heber Rivers northeast for 24 km (15 mi) before entering Strathcona Provincial Park. The highway winds its way east through the park, following the Elk River, for 17 km (11 mi), then hugs Upper Campbell Lake for another 11 km (6.8 mi) to its junction with the road to Westmin Mines. 37 km later (23 mi), the highway enters the city limits of Campbell River, finally terminating 10 km (6.2 mi) later at a junction with Highways 19 and 19A, in the northern part of the city.
Drive Enjoyment
Lots of sweeping curves, excellent pavement, very little traffic.
Best to start in the morning with the sun in the back and come back late afternoon.
Tourism Opportunities
For details please see here:
https://vancouverisland.com/plan-your-trip/regions-and-towns/vancouver-island-bc-islands/gold-river-hwy-28/
