Vancouver Island BC: West Coast Trail (Map 2/B1–7/C5)
The West Coast Trail gets all the glory when it comes to BC Trails. Known internationally, the trail is becoming almost too popular for its own good and as a result has become heavily regulated. The trail is only open from May 1 to September 30 and only 52 people are allowed to head out onto the trail each day. A reservation system has… Read the rest
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Spring 2012- Hiking Hot Spots
Spring 2011- Canoeing Hot Spots
Vancouver Island BC: Broken Group Islands (Map 6/C2–7/A2, Inset 6)
Part of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, this group of about 100 islands in Barkley Sound between Ucluelet and Bamfield is an international destination for sea kayakers. A combination of protected inner waters, a riot of marine life, sea birds beyond number and a rugged, untamed beauty makes this area a paradise. Experienced kayakers can make the long, dangerous open water crossing… Read the rest
On the Trail with Backroads: Quadra Islands
This story is about a less-traveled paddling paradise at the north end of Quadra Island…
Extensive shorelines, numerous bays and inlets and, plenty of lakes are what make Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands a paddlers’ playground. Paddling opportunities are endless and the island is well known for such places as the Broken Group Islands and Salt Spring Island. However, this story is about a less-traveled paddling paradise at the north end of Quadra Island.