Cowichan Valley F, British Columbia
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Cowichan Valley F
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Errington, British Columbia
Hike and Camp at Mt. Arrowsmith
5.0Mt. Arrowmsith's claim to fame is the tallest mountain on "southern" Vancouver Island. Standing at 1,819 m (6,000 ft), it barely squeezes into the top 50 of the Island, as it stands no chance against the peaks of Strathcona, which you can see gazing north from the summit!The advantage of Arrowsmi...Read more -
Errington, British Columbia
Summit Mount Cokely
3.5The starting point depends a lot on the time of year and snow level. On a bad snow year you can get all the way to the old ski area base. Depending on the road conditions, however, be prepared to snowshoe/skin in anywhere from an extra 3 to 5 km (2-3 mi). The Rousseau Chute route is an alternativ...Read more -
Neah Bay, Washington
Cape Flattery
4.62.09 mi / 528 ft gainDid you know that Cape Flattery is the northwesternmost point in the continental United States? This is the place where the Straight of Juan de Fuca collides with the Pacific, creating strong currents and loud crashing waves. This short and accessible hike leads you through a forest to an unfor...Read more -
Nanoose Bay, British Columbia
Hike to Bonnell Creek Falls
5.01.9 miThis trail isn't much to look at but it's all about the destination here as you will stumble upon scenic waterfalls nestled in the quiet Nanoose Bay area. Turn off the highway next onto Sea Blush Drive next to the Arlington Pub in Nanoose BC. Take your first right onto Sundew Place. Start your wa...Read more -
Shirley, British Columbia
Beach Day at Sandcut Beach
The adventure begins during the rugged wooded hike from the gravel parking lot to the stunning beach (10 minutes). Once you reach the stone and pebble beach, plant yourself down to enjoy the 180 degree view of the Juan de Fuca Strait (and a picnic lunch if you’ve come prepared!).Head east to find...Read more -
Alberni-Clayoquot F, British Columbia
Run the Alberni Inlet Trail
14.9 mi / 3937 ft gainI have lived on Vancouver Island my entire life yet I had never heard about this world class trail until last summer. A 24km point to point coastal trail that travels the length of the Alberni Inlet from the coast right to the town? Through paradise meadows, along sun drenched bluffs, past water...Read more -
Alberni-Clayoquot A, British Columbia
Hike to Keeha Beach
5.03.7 miFar on the west coast of Vancouver Island, accessed only by a harrowing dirt road, is a wild and rugged coast begging to be explored. Bamfield is about a 3 hour drive from Nanaimo, half of which is on the gnarliest (and most active) logging road I've ever been on - and I grew up driving on loggin...Read more -
Nanaimo F, British Columbia
Summit Mt. Cokely via the Historic CPR Trail
5.012.4 mi / 1000 ft gainThe trail from Cameron Lake to the top of Mount Cokely (5302') provides the most ready access to the alpine on Southern Vancouver Island. The route is straightforward and non-technical, albeit physically challenging. Expect to spend 6-8+ hours if hiking the entire route described below (which we ...Read more -
Neah Bay, Washington
Hobuck Beach
4.0Cape Flattery, the most northwesterly point of the lower contiguous 48 states is accessed via an easy trail which includes many board walks and sets of stairs. Maintained by the Makah Tribe of Indains, the trail provides spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, Tatoosh Island, nearby rocky cliffs...Read more -
Duncan, British Columbia
Explore the Kinsol Trestle
4.01.6 miThe Kinsol Trestle is a highlight of the Cowichan Valley Trail, which travels from Shawnigan Lake to Lake Cowichan and then onward to Duncan. The trestle is easily reached via a 1.3km, wheelchair accessible section of the CVT from the trailhead on Renfew Road. Originally built in 1911 for the r...Read more -
Port Alberni, British Columbia
Hike to Hole in the Wall
4.30.6 mi / 0 ft gainThe Hole in The Wall is located just outside the city of Port Alberni, British Columbia. The day hike is easy enough to bring kids on the adventure, is dog friendly and offers a beautiful view of some of Port Alberni's history. Previous to the 1960's, the Hole In The Wall was the opening for a pi...Read more -
Nanaimo F, British Columbia
Cathedral Grove
4.51.6 miThis park is a great stop right on the side of highway 4 heading to or from the Tofino area. If you are heading to Tofino on Vancouver Island, this park is hard to miss. There are signs for it and easy parking on the side of the highway. There are two loop trails on either side of the highway, an...Read more -
Duncan, British Columbia
Mountain Bike Maple Mountain
The Maple Mountain trail network has been enjoyed for countless years by hikers, but not until recently did the mountain receive the attention it deserved for mountain biking. Over the last few years the Cowichan Trail Stewardship Society in conjunction with the approval of the local municipality...Read more -
Nanaimo F, British Columbia
Hike Little Qualicum River and Falls
4.30.6 miLittle Qualicum Falls Provincial Park is just off the #4 highway on your way out to Port Alberni. Simply look for the signs indicating Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park, and you will turn into the park before Cameron Lake.Easily accessible by everyone, this park can get busy in the summer mon...Read more -
Neah Bay, Washington
Hike to Shi Shi Beach - Point of the Arches
5.08 mi / 200 ft gainShi Shi offers an incredible reward for those who feel like venturing out a bit further and reaching a less accessible beach on the Olympic Coast, just be sure to time your hike with the low tide! The trail starts off near the fish hatchery on the Makah Indian Reservation. To get there from Port ...Read more -
Neah Bay, Washington
Backpack and Camp at Shi Shi Beach
5.04 mi / 200 ft gainIntroduction:My friends and I decided to head out to the Pacific Northwest (PNW) from Philadelphia to do some backpacking and beach camping. We choose Shi Shi Beach for it's terrific beach camping and extraordinary photography potential. Here is a rundown of the out and back, 2-night backpackin...Read more