Mount Finlayson Trail – Mount Finlayson summit loop from Goldstream Provincial Park

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Mount Finlayson Trail – Mount Finlayson summit loop from Goldstream Provincial Park

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Mount Finlayson Trail – Mount Finlayson summit loop from Goldstream Provincial Park

02:47

6.99km

410m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.26 km for 373 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

1.16 km

Mount Finlayson Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Mount Finlayson Trail leads from the Goldstream Day Use Parking Lot to the mountain summit at 419 meters. Our ascent takes us along a steep path through a dense …

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1.82 km

Mount Finlayson, at roughly 419 metres, is one of the most recognizable landmarks along the Saanich Inlet, towering above Goldstream Provincial Park and the Malahat. From here, panoramic views stretch …

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6.99 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.30 km

1.92 km

1.77 km

Surfaces

3.07 km

1.92 km

1.77 km

138 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Wednesday 11 November

17°C

11°C

75 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

May 7, 2025,🇨🇦 BC Vancouver Island - Mount Finlayson Loop, Goldstream Provincial Park

It rained and blew heavily last night. In the morning, the weather cleared up again, and we had wonderful hiking weather. The drive to Goldstream National Park took about 30 minutes; it lies in the southern part of Finlayson Arm, a bay that extends deep into Vancouver Island. The busy Trans-Canada Highway splits the park in two; crossing on foot …

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