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Sue
June 11, 2026
Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park is a beautiful wilderness park with forested trails, rocky hills, wetlands, and meadows. Nestled between Departure Bay and Hammond Bay, it’s one of Nanaimo’s largest protected areas with a network of paths that wind through forest, along boardwalks, including Cottle Lake and the headwaters of local creeks, with occasional viewpoints from higher ground. The park feels surprisingly secluded and is a great spot to spend the day exploring the trails.
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1
hikers
4.44km
01:16
100m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
4
hikers
10.8km
03:04
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 100 m
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