The cozy small-town romance – a nurse starting over in a remote mountain town – is set in Northern California, but filmed in the stunning wilderness of British Columbia around Squamish and Vancouver.
Where was Virgin River filmed?
Virgin River was filmed in British Columbia, Canada – around Squamish and Vancouver.
Every Virgin River location, explained
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Jack’s Bar – Squamish
The town bar used the Watershed Grill in Squamish, British Columbia.
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Mel’s cabin – North Vancouver
Mel’s cabin used North Vancouver.
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Doc’s clinic – New Westminster
The clinic used New Westminster near Vancouver.
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California – the setting
The show is set in the fictional Virgin River, Northern California.
Planning a visit
Squamish and the wilderness around Vancouver – the show’s real settings – are spectacular, accessible parts of British Columbia.
Virgin River Fun Facts
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California filmed in BC The NorCal-set show was filmed in British Columbia.
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Squamish's scenery The mountain town of Squamish provides much of the backdrop.
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Based on novels It adapts Robyn Carr’s book series.
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A cozy romance The show is a warm, small-town romantic drama.
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A Netflix hit It became one of Netflix’s most popular comfort watches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Virgin River filmed?
In British Columbia, Canada – around Squamish and Vancouver.
Is it set in Canada?
No – it’s set in Northern California, but filmed in British Columbia.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Squamish and Vancouver are accessible.
Is it based on books?
Yes – Robyn Carr’s novels.
When did it start?
2019.
