Crossing on the Coho Ferry is the easiest border crossing. We use it every year on our Mexico winter trips.
Ist :NO GUNS!!! Canada does not fool around with this. If you lie and are caught (and you likely will be caught) the penalties are not just a slap on the wrist.
There are not many food items not allowed, but check the link that another poster gave. Large amounts of tobacco and alcohol could cause a problem.
I'm not familiar with Ocean View RV Park.
Two waterfront parks are
Oceanside RV Park and
Westbay Marina and RV Park.
Both are near or at bicycle/walking paths, Westbay is closer to the city and in on the
Harbour Ferry route.
Welcome to the "Independent Republic of Vancouver Island" :B.
