63.0 TCT Pavillion: Nanaimo <img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/EI00r0BDOutca1lHtSihYcT1uwLswbBWLSu2NNCpjI64CS2p2-PsQV18G7HPo__RVxtKpmrj8L6K1WuisB64ZM-YbQN-vedO5OWePN4FJQVadTewXvIM74lHFgNUiMoMvQbMN94OhjKCaleqsouP8N4j-8YpO1LDiAtKJ76wt69W1O7c_DBqselKJf5swzEDeiTMRxEqxTOP_icx8xDxWn53kv03TZ1HUE1dN9WM15BTuaX-OEYlXe3alqM8SIMt1IAeoQ7Y2h-IbkEYaepCYN4" height="200" width="auto" /> The Nanaimo pavilion is situated north of Vancouver Island University off Jingle Pot Road. The pavilion recognizes those who have donated to the Trans Canada Trail in the Nanaimo area. - Location: 3rd Street Connector on the TCT on the NW corner of Serauxmen Stadium grounds behind the Nanaimo District Secondary School. - Lat/Long: 49° 9.757'N 123° 58.000'W - Opened November 27, 1999 - Other dedications: April 2000, June 2003 - Type: 18-panel single wall Trail Marker - Status: As of Jul/11 - more than 1874 names and 41 messages have been posted. images/icon-1.png 109.4 Haslam Creek Suspension Bridge An impressive suspension bridge over Haslam Creek. Note the interesting rock formations in the riverbed below. images/icon-2.png The Abyss A gaping crevice in the earth makes this a popular point of interest. Nearby petroglyphs can be found. images/icon-2.png 68.9 Buttertubs Marsh Rich marshland and great birding opportunities. images/icon-2.png 85.1 Bowen Park Plenty of quiet trails in this scenic, urban forest and river park images/icon-2.png Parking: Haslam images/icon-3.png Parking: Timberlands Rd images/icon-3.png Parking: Spruston images/icon-3.png Parking: Harewood Mines images/icon-3.png Parking: Colliery Dam Park images/icon-3.png Parking: Buttertubs Marsh images/icon-3.png Parking: Bowen Park West images/icon-3.png Parking: Bowen Park images/icon-3.png Parking: Maffeo Sutton Park images/icon-3.png 0.0 Toilet: Cassidy description: Ministry of Transportation Highway Rest Stop "Cassidy" #1629240. 8 flush toilets, 6 picnic tables. Open year round. REST_AREA_: CASSIDY REST_AREA1: R0007 REST_ARE_1: A ASSOC_NUMB: 1 DIST_FROM_: 14.0KM SOUTH OF NANAIMO NUMBER_OF_: 8.000000 TOILET_TYP: F WHEELCHAIR: Y NUMBER_OF1: 6.000000 DIRECTION_: NB ACCESS_RES: NR DECELERATI: Y ACCELERATI: Y ACCOM_COMM: Y OPEN_YEAR_: Y OPEN_DATE: CLOSE_DATE: images/icon-4.png Toilet: Colliery Dam Park description: REST_AREA_: REST_AREA1: REST_ARE_1: ASSOC_NUMB: DIST_FROM_: NUMBER_OF_: TOILET_TYP: WHEELCHAIR: NUMBER_OF1: DIRECTION_: ACCESS_RES: DECELERATI: ACCELERATI: ACCOM_COMM: OPEN_YEAR_: OPEN_DATE: CLOSE_DATE: images/icon-4.png Toilet: Departure Bay description: REST_AREA_: REST_AREA1: REST_ARE_1: ASSOC_NUMB: DIST_FROM_: NUMBER_OF_: TOILET_TYP: WHEELCHAIR: NUMBER_OF1: DIRECTION_: ACCESS_RES: DECELERATI: ACCELERATI: ACCOM_COMM: OPEN_YEAR_: OPEN_DATE: CLOSE_DATE: images/icon-4.png Camp: Ronadlyn Resort Info as of July 2019: Camp sites available. Creek access, swimming pool, showers and small general store. Tent sites include: With great privacy and the option for group camping, our tent sites provide a great wilderness retreat with all of the resort amenities. Site features include: • Power - 15 amp • Water • Fire Pit • Picnic table • Nearby facilities • Full access to resort amenities https://www.parkbridge.com/en-ca/rv-cottages/rondalyn-resort As of July 2019, tent site rates starting from $28 (during week, winter season), up to $90 (weekend, summer season) or higher for premium sites on holiday weekends. images/icon-5.png Camp: Mountaire Campground & RV Park Info as of July 2019: 1092 Spruston Road, Nanaimo 250-245-1169 or 1-866-311-CAMP (2267) mountainairervpark.com (http://mountainairervpark.com). Rates for "nature campsites" $35 (July 2019) images/icon-5.png Camp: Westwood Lake RV Camping Info as of July 2019: Westwood Lake: RV, Camping and Cabins 380 Westwood Road, Nanaimo 250-753-3922 https://www.westwoodlakecampgrounds.com images/icon-5.png Camp: Newcastle Island Info as of July 2019: Great camping facilities and excellent walking trails with interpretive signing. Camping available May to October. Newcastle Island Website (http://www.newcastleisland.ca/) images/icon-5.png Camp: Spruston Staging Area Recreation Site Info as of July 2019: Ministry of Forests' "Recreation Site" Rec Site #:REC205630 Type:User Maintained Fees:None Campsites:0 Access:Road Facilities:None Site Operator:BACK COUNTRY HORSEMEN SOCIETY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Not technically a campground but you will see RVs and campers around.. images/icon-5.png Grocery: Nanaimo Country Grocer images/icon-6.png Grocery: Nanaimo Buy Low Foods images/icon-6.png TCT Hiking: Haslam Trail (4.4 km) This segment of trail can be bicycled but the route becomes progressively rougher and more challenging as one heads from south to north. Haslam Suspension Bridge is a must-see feature but the entrance is quite narrow for bicyclists. TCT Bypass: Haslam Bypass (Bicycle Route) The Cassidy Gas Pipeline Route (as of yet unnamed, wll run roughly along the Terasen Gas Pipeline) is a route under development by the Regional District of Nanaimo. At the boundary with the Cowichan Valley Trail, there will be a parking lot and trail head. The route is currently a challenging bike route, but can easily be walked - though there are some hills. 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 107.81 104.44 104.44 104.44 104.44 104.44 104.44 104.44 104.44 104.44 104.44 103.0 103.0 103.0 103.0 103.0 103.0 103.0 101.56 96.75 92.42 91.46 91.46 91.46 91.46 91.46 91.46 91.46 64.07 57.34 57.34 57.34 57.34 57.34 57.34 57.82 59.26 58.3 59.74 58.78 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 TCT Hiking: Whitepine (2.6 km) The Whitepine trail is a wilderness hiking experience in the forests behind the community of Cassidy. The surrounding land is owned by forestry companies and we ask trail users to stay on the trail. The northern half of this trail features pristine forest and vibrant mosses. TCT Multi-Use: Spruston to Extension (21 km) This portion of the Trans Canada Trail connects the Whitepine Trail (on the south side of the Nanaimo River) to the Pipeline Trail (on the north side) using roadways, including a short section of the Trans Canada Highway. The portion on the highway is intended for northbound travellers - we have provided an alternative route for southbound travellers on our maps. Trail users, particularly bicyclists, joining the Pipeline Trail on the north side (really a pipeline service road) should be prepared for some challenging sections which may require a dismount and short push up a steep hill at the north end. ATVs are often spotted here and we encourage hikers and bicyclists to be alert, particularly in low light situations, to prevent a collision. A short section in the middle runs through private property - users can pass through, but a hiking-oriented bypass trail is the official route. TCT Multi-Use: Nanaimo River Crossing (Southbound 1.8 km) This route should be used by southbound trail users, between Nanaimo River Road and Spruston Road in Cassidy. 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 42.92 45.32 44.84 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 TCT CLOSED: Pipeline Bypass Trail (1.1 km) This section of the Trail is NOT CURRENTLY MAINTAINED and therefore we do not recommend using it, as it is severely overgrown and blocked by windfall (as of Summer of 2018). The trail bypasses a section of the Pipeline Trail which runs through private property; though that section of the Pipeline trail/road is not blocked, it has not been designated as Trans Canada Trail. The Regional District of Nanaimo is responsible for operating and maintaining this trail. TCT Bypass: Pipeline Trail (Bicycle Route) This route stays on the pipeline. However, the official Trans Canada Trail dives into the forest below, following a rugged hiking trail. The official Trans Canada Trail route is not maintained, so users may find it easier to simply remain on the pipeline. Please note, the road through this section is on private property - please stay on the road and be respectful of the property owner. TCT Multi-Use: Pipeline Trail North (2.1 km) This section of trail follows a pipeline service road. Bicyclists should be prepared for some challenging sections which may require a dismount and short push up a steep hill at the north end. ATVs are often spotted here and we encourage hikers and bicyclists to be alert, particularly in low light situations, to prevent a collision. A short section in the middle runs through private property - users can pass through, but a hiking-oriented bypass trail is the official route. TCT Hiking: Nanaimo Extension Ridge / Abyss (5.4 km) The Extension Ridge Trail (also known as the Abyss Trail) is a wilderness hiking trail featuring mature forest and lush, moss-covered rock. However, its most famous feature is a deep cleft in the rock known as "the abyss". Take note of its location; it can be easily passed by without notice. Bicyclists can use the trail but it is a challenging ride. It is an enjoyable intermediate mountain bike trail but should NOT be attempted with panniers, trailers or a less-sturdy bicycle - use a bypass route instead. This is primarily a hiking trail; please respect walkers and be kind to the trail surface. TCT Hiking: Harewood Mines (1.2 km) This section of trail provides access to the Colliery Dam Park along Harewood Mines Road. A set of stairs makes this section inaccessible to cyclists. The trail is maintained by the city of Nanaimo. TCT Bypass: Extension Bypass (Bicyle Route) This paved road bypass allows bicyclists to connect with the Parkway Trail, a great urban trail in a forested setting. The highway looms above, but is barely noticeable most of the time. TCT Multi-Use: City of Nanaimo (10.6 km) This urban trail winds its way downhill through parks and forests until it reaches the waterfront. Consider a side trip to Newcastle Island (camping facilities available) or continue north to the Departure Bay ferry terminal. 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 70.31 69.83 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 67.43 66.47 66.47 66.47 66.47 66.47 66.47 66.47 66.47 66.47 65.03 65.03 64.55 64.07 64.07 63.1 63.1 63.1 63.1 63.58 61.18 61.18 63.1 63.1 61.18 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 59.74 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 30.42 30.42 32.34 32.34 32.34 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 34.74 35.23 28.02 26.09 26.09 26.09 22.25 19.36 19.36 19.36 18.88 18.88 16.96 16.96 16.96 15.04 12.63 11.67 11.67 11.67 11.67 9.27 8.79 8.31 8.31 7.83 7.83 7.35 7.35 7.83 7.83 7.83 7.83 7.83 7.83 8.31 12.15 12.15 12.15 11.19 11.19 11.19 11.19 11.19 12.63 12.63 13.12 13.12 13.12 13.12 13.12 13.12 14.08 14.08 14.08 14.08 14.08 14.08 14.08 14.08 14.08 14.08 13.6 13.6 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 12.63 20.32 20.32 20.32 20.81 20.81 21.29 21.29 21.29 21.29 21.29 20.32 20.32 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 17.44 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 16.96 17.44 17.44 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 17.92 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 TCT Hiking: E&N Crossing (0.07 km) This is the true route of the Trans Canada Trail, but is very difficult for cyclists, as the grade is steep on the east side of the railway tracks down to the road level. Cyclists are recommended to take the route around this obstacle. TCT Hiking: Buttertubs Marsh (No Biking, 0.1 km) TCT Biking: Departure Bay Ferry Southbound Route (0.6 km) TCT Multi-Use: BC Ferries (Departure Bay-Horseshoe Bay 57 km) The ferry service to/from Vancouver Island via Departure Bay (aka downtown Nanaimo) is run by BC Ferries (http://www.bcferries.com/schedules/), going to Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. Ferries generally run every 2 hours. Crossing time is 100 minutes. Duke Point is a different terminal, located south of Nanaimo, near the community of Cedar, which runs to Tsawassen (Delta, BC). 7.83 11.67 17.92 16.48 22.25 20.81 16.0 12.15 15.52 11.67 7.83 11.19 9.75 15.04 11.67 Alternate: Whitepine Bypass (Bicycle Route) The Whitepine is considered a hiking trail only, though there are some short sections which can be biked. However, we recommend this bypass route for bicyclists - though this route is in itself challenging and requires a sturdy hybrid or mountain bike. Alternate: Newcastle Island Journey Newcastle Island's trails are fine walking and slow-speed bicycling trails with a hard packed dirt surface and occaisonal wooden bridges. Some trails do not permit bicycle travel on the island, but these trails are well marked and maps are posted along the trail. Intepretive signs highlight the island's interesting history. Newcastle Island features a great campground and facilities. Newcastle Island is located in Nanaimo Harbour, just minutes away from downtown Nanaimo. The island is accessible by Nanaimo Harbour Ferry, leaving from Maffeo Sutton Park, near downtown Nanaimo. 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