Hiking Trails and Routes on Quadra Island

From the easy stroll out to the end of Rebecca Spit to the strenuous climb up to Nugedzi Lake, there are hiking trails for everyone on Quadra Island. Local volunteers under the guidance of the Quadra Island Trails Committee along with other ad hoc groups and individuals have worked hard to develop a network of superb hiking trails to some of the most spectacular corners of the Island.

Shoreline exploration can be found on Rebecca Spit, Shellaligan Pass, Maud Island, Kay Dubois and the Lighthouse trails; immerse yourself in the lush forest on the Morte Lake, Haskin Farm and Community Centre trails; hike to panoramic views up Chinese Mountains, Nugedzi Lake, Mt Seymour and Beeches Mountain trails.

New developments and planned trails include a new trail out to view the rushing tidal rapids at Surge Narrows, a superb hike on old logging grades and forest paths around Stramberg Lake through stands of rare old-growth Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar trees some up to 2 metres (6 ft.) in diameter, That's 5.5 metres or 16ft around!

Remember, tread lightly! Use bridges where provided, logs or jump clear across creeks to prevent damage to sensitive salmon habitat. Please note that A.T.V.s and other mechanized vehicle use is illegal in provincial parks and discouraged on all designated hiking trails and mountain bike routes. Contact local A.T.V. users to find out appropriate places to ride or better yet, leave them at home.

For more information about hiking trails on Quadra Island look out for the Quadra Island trails map published by the Quadra Island Trails Committee (a new edition is planned in 2010).

There is also an excellent network of mountain bike trails and routes on Quadra Island for more info click here.

Enjoy an evening stroll at Rebecca Spit

1. Community Centre Trails
Network of gentle hiking, mountain biking and horse riding trails in Blenkin Regional Park.

2. Haskin's Farm
Pleasent walk through forest to old farm site and rocky beach.

3. Kay Dubois
Easy hike along undeveloped beach. Awesome views across Sutil Channel of Cortes Island and Coast Mountains.

4.Cape Mudge Shoreline
Follow beach or road between 100 yr old Cape Mudge lighthouse & Petroglyph Road. Weather and tide may make this route hazardous. Stop for lunch at TsaKwaLuten if the resort is open.

5. Heriot Ridge/Gowlland Harbour
Maze of trails between Gowlland Harbour Rd & Hope Spring Rd. Great views near Hope Spring.

6. Missing Link - Eagle Ridge
A gentle hike through forest above Gowlland Harbour.

7. Blindman's Bluff trails

8. Chinese Mountains
Justly popular hike to stunning view of Rebecca Spit, Coast Mountains & Vancouver Island.

9. Beech's Mountain
Spur trail from Chinese Mountains trail climbs higher on forested and open bluffs to panoramic views.

10. Morte Lake
Moderate hike around scenic lake and 2nd growth forest. Spur trail to Maud Island and Ripple Rock lookout.

13. Mt Seymour
Alternate to more popular Nugedzi Lake trail. Can be included as part of a loop hike, most direct route to summit of Mount Seymour.

14. Newton Lake/Small Inlet
Beautiful moderate hike, up to lake. Trail continues down to Small Inlet joining up with the Wiatt Bay - Small Inlet Portage trail.

15. Shellaligin Pass
Coastal hiking trail through lush 2nd growth forest to exquisite coves, beaches & along rocky shoreline. Great views.

16. Surge Narrows

17. Vic's Marsh
Not an 'official' trail but nevertheless a wonderful, easy walk on old logging grade and horse trails along the edge of Quadra's most significant wetland into the southern part of Main Lake provincial park. Links with the Stramberg Lake Big Trees at an unmarked junction. Take care around this sensitive eco-system. Unmarked and not maintained.

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Hardy locals brave winter rains to visit the giant trees around Stramberg Lake.