Top Things to do in Cowichan Valley Regional District
Top Hotels in Cowichan Valley Regional District
- 1. Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn
- 2. Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay
- 3. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
- 4. Best Western Cowichan Valley Inn
- 5. Thunderbird Motor Inn
- 6. Kiwi Cove Lodge
- 7. Moon Water Lodge
- 8. Wessex Inn
- 9. Malahat Bungalows Motel
- 10. Eagle Rock Bed and Breakfast Chemainus
The 9 Best Hiking Trails in Cowichan Valley Regional District, Vancouver Island
Discover the best top things to do in Cowichan Valley Regional District, British Columbia including Cowichan Valley trail, Holland Creek Hiking Trails, Stocking Creek Trail, Heart Lake Trail, Maple Mountain trails, Mount Baldy, Fuller Lake Arena Grounds, Bald Mountain Park, Yellow Point Park.
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1. Cowichan Valley trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By MargC459
Just finished a 3 day/2 night tour of the CVT with amazing early October sunshine! We started the trail north of Ladysmith near the Haslam Suspension Bridge, but it was certainly a challenge initially finding it, with poor sign markings. Once on the trail and closer to Ladysmith, the signage improved and we experienced no further problems. The trail is mostly converted rail trail, however some sections early on are on side roads - all sections are truly beautiful and well worth the visit. Our first night was spent in Lake Cowichan and second night in Shawnigan Lake. Highlights definitely included all the trestle bridges, with Kinsol being the most spectacular; the gorgeous sections of the Cowichan River; and the backcountry forests and farm land views of the valley. Trail conditions were very good however the trail is still closed between 66M trestle and Holt Creek trestle due to an earlier washout. Good to see that the Parks guys are working hard to restore it though - hopefully will be completed soon. Great stops for eats just off trail include the Glenora General Store and Unsworth Winery (this one a little further afield, but well worth the visit!).
2. Holland Creek Hiking Trails
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By TerraformTheWorld - Parksville, Canada
I recommend starting at the Dogwood Rd access point and traveling up the western side trail first so you have an easier return trip on the eastern side. Western side is pure hiking trail with birds, trees, slugs, and some very good view points for rapids and falls. The eastern side after the northern bridge turn around point is a wide gravel path for most of the section then drops back into bush trail (well looked after) near Dogwood Rd. The best view of Crystal falls would require leaving the established trail on the western side (did not do this) since the eastern trail view is blocked by may trees. The two dams can be seen easily from both trails.
3. Stocking Creek Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By CowichanConnoisseur - Duncan, Canada
An extremely calm, serene and natural area with several trails leading down to Stocking Creek Falls. Two different ways to access the falls. BEWARE: the signs to the entrance locations are not all that visible. They are on blue, narrow road signs as you travel from the Saltair to Chemainus Road or vice-versa. Parts of the trails parallel the Cowichan Valley Trail. There are several directional signs along the trails. Enjoy!!! Falls best when weather at it's worst.
4. Heart Lake Trail
5. Maple Mountain trails
6. Mount Baldy
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
