Courtenay, British Columbia
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Top Backpacking Spots in and near Courtenay
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Powell River, British Columbia
Backcountry Hike and Hut Camp the Northern Portion of the Sunshine Coast Trail
31.1 mi / 3937 ft gainThis adventure is a 50km backcountry hiking and camping trip and should not be attempted without prior backcountry experience. It is recommended you attempt this trail in a group. Below is a detailed description of how to get to the trail and your options for huts while on the trail:The Sunshin...Read more -
Port Alberni, British Columbia
Triple Peak Lake
4.01.96 mi / 1519 ft gainTriple Peak Lake is a gorgeous alpine lake located on the Triple Peak Trail. The route to the lake is very steep and scrambling is involved, but is well worth the effort. When you come to the rise above the final ridge, the stunning Triple Peak and Triple Peak Lake (Lower Lake) come into view. T...Read more -
Comox-Strathcona D, British Columbia
King's Peak Trail
5.09.23 mi / 5512 ft gainOur trip, as pictured, was completed as a single-day trail run / hustle. The climb is typically done, however, as a weekend trip with a camp either in the lower meadow, along the ridge leading to the Queen's Face or in the upper cirque. As for climbs in the Island Alpine, for detailed route desc...Read more
