Easy hikes and walks on Vancouver Island
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Exploring Vancouver Island on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks on Vancouver Island. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.
Last updated: October 15, 2025
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1. Kinsol Trestle Trail
3.50km
00:56
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
4.9
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1,712
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
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4.8
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3. Pillar of the Community – Ancient Monarch Cedar loop from Tofino
2.38km
00:36
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
4.8
(48)
410
hikers
4. Canso Plane Wreck – Canso Bomber Ruins Trail loop from Tofino
4.76km
01:17
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
4.7
(61)
407
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5. Little Forest Island – Inspiration Point loop from Ucluelet
6.61km
01:45
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
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