Linley Valley loop

When and where

Date and time

Fri, Aug 28 · 8:30 a.m.PDT — local Nanaimo time

Location

Linley Valley Entrance4450 Burma Rd #4430, Nanaimo, BCNanaimo

About this event

Approx 11.5km/350m accumulated elevation gain. You s/b @ minimum a strong “B/moderate” level hiker or higher to enjoy this hike. Not suited to anyone with balance/knee/mobility/cardio deficiencies. Brief snack break along the way. Pet-free hike/NO DOGS please. No pit toilet. ***REMINDER:*** *be prepared to show some of the First Aid supplies that you carry in your pack. See Ten Essentials link below.* Will be hiking a loop on forested trails, ridges & rocky knolls, up to Cottle Hill (radio towers). Hike partway around the edge of Cottle Lake on new walkway and up to rock cairn overlooking Departure Bay, then take Linley Valley Main trail back to vehicles. Expect varied and unstable terrain (stones, roots & some blowdown). Hiking boots/shoes with good tread required. Hiking poles may be beneficial for this one. **Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being.** **All particip

Official details

Tickets:

Official ticket page for Linley Valley loop

Price:

Free

Organizer:

Nanaimo Day Hikes Meetup

Listing source:

meetup

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