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Not to be mistaken with the Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park, the Walbran Valley is unprotected from logging and lies just on the outside of the eastern park boundary. Trails are completely built and maintained by amazing volunteers, and they have created an accessible paradise amongst old growths along Walbran Creek. From emerald pools, waterfalls, and…
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In between Port Alberni and Ucluelet/Tofino lies another mountain hike providing amazing views of the surrounding mountain ranges. Unlike the mountain across the valley, Triple Peak, you do not require climbing gear to reach the summit past the lake. Here is a guide to the 5040 hike on Vancouver Island. At a glance: Length: 4km…
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Hidden away along Highway 4 between Port Alberni and Tofino/Ucluelet is a breathtaking hike leading you to a stunning alpine lake beneath jagged mountain peaks. While getting to the top of the peak itself requires climbing gear, getting to the lake is just a steep hike through the forest and up rock bluffs. Here is…