So you wanna hike on Vancouver island. Here are some of the best and prettiest hikes that Van isle has to offer. These are reasons why everyone wants to move here!
Pretty ocean views and epic coastline, make this a favourite for sure. Multi day hike so research this one.
Juan de Fuca Marine Trail - British Columbia - AllTrails
Another multi day hike that can be found on many people’s bucket list. This is a challenging back country hike that challenges experienced climbers. 75 km long & only open May-Sept.
West Coast Trail: Hike of a lifetime - Parks Canada
Easy & enjoyable hike with epic views, tide pools, and lots of sand!! Perfect for less experienced hikers as it’s not that long. So beautiful!!
San Josef Bay (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You ...
Epic locations and very challenging to hike this. Takes multiple days potentially and is full of rainforests & msrshlands. Remote backcountry hiking so you have to be prepared.
Cape Scott Park | BC Parks
Another great beachside hike and not too long.
Wild Pacific Trail official website
Beauty at every lookout. Wowza.
Strathcona Park | BC Parks
This is a must visit. Stunning greenery and ginormous trees.
Carmanah Walbran Park | BC Parks
Haven’t tried this one but it’s definitely on the list!
Golden Hinde, British Columbia, Canada - 72 Reviews, Map
Another one I haven’t tried. Summer trip planned.
Mount Arrowsmith via Judges Route - British Columbia - AllTrails
So much to this one.
Landslide Lake via Elk River Trail - British Columbia - AllTrails
Easy hike but delivers on the views.
Kinsol Trestle - Cowichan Valley Regional District
Find this beauty at the base of Mount Washington. Lots of wooden boardwalks and so pretty.
Paradise Meadows Loop Trail - British Columbia - AllTrails
Not really a hike but a worthwhile stop on your way to Tofino!
Cathedral Grove - MacMillan Provincial Park
Lots to see on this hike. Great for dog walks too.
Goldstream Park | BC Parks
Stunning scenery and worth the trip.
Lower Myra Falls, British Columbia, Canada - 350 Reviews, Map
Beauty and worth it!
Mystic Beach - Juan de Fuca Trail - Victoria Trails
Who can resist the colour of that water. Bright & beautiful!
Cox Bay Beach (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You ...
