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Trans Canada Trail
The Trans Canada Trail will be a shared-use recreation Trail that will wind its way through every Province and Territory. It will be the longest Trail of its kind in the world, spanning approximately 17, 898 kilometres. Access: Click Here for the Trail locations and details. |
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Seawalk
This scenic path winds along the shores of Neroutsos Inlet, ending at a picnic area where the shore is linked by several wilderness trails. |
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Denninger Scout Trail
The Denninger Scout Trail takes hikers up Mt. Baldy, providing views of the valley and lake. This area also has good wildlife observation. Picnic tables are located at the top of the summit. Access: Marble Bay Road, off North Shore Road. |
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Tex Lyon Trail
This coastal trail follows both forests and rocky shorelines. Visitors are advised to contact the Information Centre for trail conditions before beginning the hike. Access: Trail begins at the boat launch at Beaver Harbour Park and ends at Dillon Point. |
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Nootka Island Trail
Experience sea caves, waterfalls, and the sounds of an old-growth forest. This trail leads to ancient village sites, a totem pole, and even a shipwreck. Contact the Gold River RCMP for details about the tide. Bring a map! Access: Trail is accessible year-round at Gold River by boat hire or charter aircraft and seasonally by local ferry. |
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Bill's Trail, Mount H'Kusam
The best description for this trail would be challenging, yet rewarding. In fact, the trail attracts many climbers each year for the annual "Kusam Klimb". Access: The trail begins at Heritage Hall, located at Sayward Road, 3 km from the Sayward Junction on the left hand side. Proceed on the shoulder of Sayward Road continuing from the Heritage Hall towards the Village of Sayward for 2 km to Sabre Road turning right |
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Beautiful Bay Trail
Winding along a ridge through beautiful rain forest, hikers on this trail will catch periodic glimpses of the sea and coastal mountains. Plenty of beach exits give hikers the option of choosing their own route. |
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Sayward Forest Canoe Route
This route consists of a series of portage trails linking a group of lakes in Sayward Provincial Forest. The best time to do the route is in summer or early fall, and it's recommended that paddlers head in a couterclockwise direction. |
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San Josef Bay Trail
This 2 km rainforest hike offers rugged, west coast views of beaches and cliffs. Access: Located north of Port Hardy in Cape Scott Provincial Park. |
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Beaver Walk
This walk follows the Cowichan Lake and offers views of the forests and lakes in the region. Access: Marble Bay Road, off North Shore Road. |
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Wokkpash Trail
This trail is only for experienced hikers proficient with a map and compass. Wokkpash Trail is nearly a full-loop with start and end both along the Alaskan Highway. Wildlife is abundant here; lots of bears, caribou, moose, and elk. Visitors will find hundreds of hoodoos (pillars created by stone erosion) and dozens of species of wildflowers. |
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The Cowichan River Footpath
Located in the Cowichan River Provincial Park, this scenic trail leads hikers through forests, across meadows and over rivers. This long footpath is mainly used by avid anglers, but hikers can enjoy the stunning scenery of the majestic area as well. Access: Turn left onto the Lake Cowichan Highway 18, which starts north of Duncan on Highway 1. Signs that say "Skutz Falls" will lead hikers to the trailhead. Alternately, go northward to Duncan on Highway 1, turning left onto Allenby. At the end on Allenby turn |
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Akela's Trail
Trail travels through forests allowing hikers to view a variety of plant species and wildlife. Access: Marble Bay Road, off North Shore Road. |
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Quatse River Trail
This trail follow the rivers edge and through a lush forest area. Access: Located at the corner of Hardy Road and Highway #19. |
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Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Mount Washington Alpine Resort offers over 30 km (18 mi) of trails and pathways and an astounding 520 vertical m (1,650 ft) to challenge even the most experienced mountain bikers. Hop on the Hawk is on-site to lift up to four bikes at a time to the runs and trannies on the mountainface. |
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Venturers Challenge Trail
A challenging, steep hike up Mt. Baldy. Enjoy the surrounding wilderness while making this climb. Access: Marble Bay Road, off North Shore Road. |
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St. Mary River
This river is quite lazy. Easy paddling here is perfect for kayaking newcomers. Class I+ to III+ rapids can be found along this route. |
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Botel Park Trail
Access: This trail gives hikers a chance to explore the rainforest surrroundings and enjoy the ocean views at Quatsino Sound. |
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Holt Creek Trail
The Holt Creek Trail is part of the Trans-Canada Trail and travels along the Cowichan River. Access: Hwy. 18, Skutz Falls Road. |
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Della Falls Trail
This trail leads hikers from the head of the Great Central Lake to the base of the highest waterfall in Canada at Della Lake. |
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Ripple Rock Trail
Access to this trail is located about 15 minutes north of Campbell River on highway 19. The trail was built by the Rotary Club and leads visitors to a great view of Seymour Narrows. The trail takes about 1 1/2 hours one way and is not recommended for small children. |
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Gold River Kayak Route
This challenging route is suitable only for intermediate to advance kayakers. Plenty of rapids are sure to keep even the most proficient of kayakers busy. The ultimate test of skill is the run through the narrow Upper Canyon (Class III+ to IV+). The middle of the trip is home to the famous Big Drop of the Lower Canyon (Class II to IV). |
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Strathcona Provincial Park
At Crest Lake are the Crest Creek Craggs, offering climbers more than 100 different climbing routes. There are over 19 rock faces rated between 5.8 and 5.10 by the rock climbing grading system. There are also dozens of bolted routes. |
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Cape Scott Trail
This trail consists of ocean views, dense forest and abundant wildlife. Access: Located a 1.5 drive from Port Hardy. |
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Willow Creek Nature Trail and Conservation Area
This leisurely trail is completed in about one and a half hours and encircles Willow Creek. Several Bridges and benches are along the way. The trail is accessed off Erickson Road, just past Fairmile Road. Access: Access the park just off Erickson Road, just past Fairmile Road. |
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Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park
This limestone rock face offers climbers several options in routes to the top. It is rated at 5.14 by the rock climbing grading system and is for expert climbers only. |
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Dalrymple Creek Trail
This 500-metre trail, located just south of Sayward Junction, is a peaceful walk, winding through forest with interpretative signs. Access: Located 8 km (5 mi) south of Sayward Junction on Highway 19. |
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Parkway Trail
This bike trail allows cyclists to get around Nanaimo without having to deal with roads or traffic. |
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Stoltz Pool Loop Trail
Leisurely walk along the Cowichan River. Access: Off Hwy. 18, Skutz Falls Road. |
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Mateoja Heritage Trail
This trail offers hikers a variety of scenery, wandering through the site of an early 1900's homestead, a marshland and passing by ponds and ending at Big Lake. Numerous decks and benches, ideal for picnics and bird watching, are located along the trail. Access: Trail begins on 3rd St, above the town site. |
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Kingfisher Creek Trails
A system of trails covering the forest and estate of the late Roderick Haig-Brown. Access: At the Haig-Brown Heritage House (2250 Campbell River Road) |
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Mesachie Mountain Trail
The main part of the trail crosses through an active research area and permission needs to be obtained. Contact the BC Forest Service Research Station. Legend has it that a half man, half gorilla creature called the Mesachie Man lives in a cave on the mountain. Access: Forest Road, across bridge. |
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Railway Trail
This bike trail provides cyclists with a way of getting around the Nanaimo. This trail is a bit shorter and more urban than the Parkway trail, the other major bike path in Nanaimo. |
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Holland Creek Trail
This 8 km trail is part of the world famous Trans Canada Trail. Visitors to this quiet, rainforest path should keep their eyes open for a variety of native wildlife. Access: The trail winds from the Island Highway west to the hydro lines, passing through the centre of Ladysmith. |
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Juan de Fuca Marine Trail
This trail runs along southern Vancouver Island. Access one of the four trailheads for either a day trip or plan on spending four days to hike the whole trail. Visitors will get to experience the tidal pools at Botanical Beach and possibly even marine mammals. Access: There are four entrances to the trail so that visitors can plan the distance of their journey. |
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Sayward Forest Canoe Route
This network of lake is challenging for even an experienced canoesman. The route takes about three or four days and spans 12 lakes for a total distance of 50 km (31 mi) of paddling and another 7.5 km (4.5 mi) of portaging. |
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West Coast Trail
The West Coast Trail is an internationally renowned 75 km (47 mi) historic backpacking route along sandstone cliffs, waterfalls, caves, sea arches, sea stacks and beaches that compose the stunning coastline of south western Vancouver Island. Access: The trail can be accessed from Pachena Bay (five km south of Bamfield) or Gordon River (five km north of Port Renfrew). |
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66 Mile Trail
Trail takes you through a canyon environment providing views of the Cowichan River. Access: Off Hwy. 18 on Skutz Falls Road. Lookout for trailhead marker. |
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Knight Inlet
In this scenic cove, visitors will have the opportunity to see grizzly bears as they come down to feed on spring salmon. Special platforms have been built to provide an observation deck for the salmon slaughter that occurs below at the hands of these majestic northern beasts. |
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Mateoja Heritage Trail
This trail offers hikers a variety of scenery, wandering through the site of an early 1900's homestead, a marshland and passing by ponds and ending at Big Lake. Numerous decks and benches, ideal for picnics and bird watching, are located along the trail. Access: Trail begins on 3rd St, above the town site. |
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Canyon View Trail
A well maintained trail winding along the banks of the Campbell River. The tailrace deck provides a good view of adult salmon in the summer and fall months. Access: Located on Highway 28. |
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Juan de Fuca Marine Trail
This wilderness hiking trail winds its way from Botanical Beach in Port Renfrew to China Beach in Jordan River, following 47 km o | | 
