Extension Ridge from Extension Road, Nanaimo [Trip Report]
The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) sections on Vancouver Island offer so much variety. I’m always keen on new trails… Read More »Extension Ridge from Extension Road, Nanaimo [Trip Report]
Nanaimo
Nanaimo Lakes Road to Whisky Lake
Being part of hiking groups online is a mixed blessing. On the one hand there’s a constant supply of assistance,… Read More »Nanaimo Lakes Road to Whisky Lake
Trans Canada Trail: Haslam Creek to Christie Falls
I had one section left to complete the Spruston Road to Christie Falls portion of the Trans Canada Trail near… Read More »Trans Canada Trail: Haslam Creek to Christie Falls
White Pine Trail
I recently hiked the White Pine Trail near Nanaimo. It’s part of the Trans Canada Trail near Nanaimo. Years ago,… Read More »White Pine Trail
Hiking Mount Gemini
In July I had the chance to get up the modest peak of Gemini Mountain at 1516m. I’ve seen it… Read More »Hiking Mount Gemini
Hiking Mount Benson
Mount Benson is an icon of Nanaimo. Everywhere you go in town, you can see it’s rolling green ridges.The small… Read More »Hiking Mount Benson
Hike in Nanaimo: Haslam Creek Trail
I love going for hikes. I love just wandering around in the bush aimlessly taking in the sights, smells, and… Read More »Hike in Nanaimo: Haslam Creek Trail
Summiting Mount De Cosmos
Ahh, the elusive Mount De Cosmos.A couple weeks ago fellow adventurer Ryan and I headed out to the Nanaimo Lakes… Read More »Summiting Mount De Cosmos
Hike in Nanaimo: Ammonite Falls from Doumont Road
Ammonite falls is a beautiful decent-sized waterfall right very close to the heart of Nanaimo. This route from Doumont is… Read More »Hike in Nanaimo: Ammonite Falls from Doumont Road
Hike in Nanaimo: Ammonite Falls from Jameson Road
Ammonite Falls is a hidden gem tucked away in Nanaimo. It is so easy to find yet so many people… Read More »Hike in Nanaimo: Ammonite Falls from Jameson Road
