OUTDOOR RECREATION
HIKING AND TRAILS
Lofty mountain peaks, valleys of towering trees and windswept coastlines await your discovery in Campbell River. Whether it’s a simple walk on a paved coastal path, or a day’s long excursion through Strathcona Provincial Park, the wild is waiting. These eight scenic hikes are never disappointing.
Canyon View TraiL | Along the Campbell River
EASY/ MODERATE
A 6 km loop bordering the Campbell River featuring an 80 foot walkway over the water. The trail is well marked and passes through forests alongside the rushing rapids of the river. A journey in the fall includes views of spawning salmon.
Ripple Rock Trail | Off of NORTH Island Highway MODERATE
One of the most famous hikes on all of Vancouver Island. Winding through the land where the largest non-nuclear explosion in the world happened decades ago, watch ships pass by at the summit overlooking powerful Seymour Narrows.
Rotary Seawalk | Downtown Campbell River
EASY
6 kms of paved pathways along the waterfront of Campbell River. Passing beaches and famous Big Rock, this trail is an iconic and easy walk for all ages and all fitness levels. Keep an eye out for whales and dolphins offshore, (and a raccoon just off the path!)
EASY
A short and casual hike through the forest that culminates in the magnificent view of Elk Falls. The final glorious portion of the hike is across the photogenic suspension bridge that reaches over its powerful waters.
MODERATE
At just under 16 kms, a lengthy hike with absolute pristine nature and magnificent mountain views. Peaceful and relatively flat, this trail is a favourite amongst snowshoers and cross country skiers but is equally magical in the summer.
Elk Falls Provincial Park | Off of Gold River Highway
Kwai Lake and Forbidden Plateau | Strathcona Provincial Park
Lower Myra Falls | Strathcona Provincial Park
Short and beautiful, this trail is designed to take hikers to breathtaking views of cascading waterfalls. Many visitors make it a day trip during the summer and swim in the calmer pools directly off of the trail.
EASY
Paradise Meadows Loop | Strathcona Provincial Park
A 4.2 km hike that navigates through lush meadows. This loop is best traversed in the warmer months when blooming flowers and bright violets add color to the trail side. EASY
Tyee Spit | Downtown Campbell River EASY
Paved path that begins at Dick Murphy Park and carries to the Tyee Spit. The easy path is an excellent place to view birds, and the passing ships and wildlife of the Discovery Passage. Featuring several benches, a walk can easily be paused for a moment of peaceful reflection.
PHOTO BY CHRIS ISTACE
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