Half Mount Benson - Wed 8:30am

When and where

Date and time

Wed, Aug 19 · 8:30 a.m.PDT — local Nanaimo time

Location

Witchcraft Lake2765 Benson View Rd, Nanaimo, BCNanaimo

About this event

**\*\*\*Require at least 3 hikers including myself for Half Mt Benson to go ahead.** Level: Moderate to intermediate No pets Location: Mt Benson parking lot Distance: 3.5 kilometers round trip Elevation gain: 350 meters Washroom available at the beginning of the hike This will be at a moderate-intermediate pace, stopping occasionally for a rest/water/views/etc. Hiking poles are strongly advised. It is steep, dry and rocky in places. Not recommended for beginners, novices or if those with have knee issues. At the halfway point, we will take a short break, and then return back down. \*\* Hike may be a little longer or a little shorter. All depends on the group. If you have any questions, send me a message. ITEMS TO BRING:👍 * adequate water and snacks * layers including raincoat * hiking poles optional * See also the Ten Essentials: https://www.northshorerescue.com/education/what-to-bring/ Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and yo

Official details

Tickets:

Official ticket page for Half Mount Benson - Wed 8:30am

Price:

Free

Organizer:

Nanaimo Day Hikes Meetup

Listing source:

meetup

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