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Swimming beach at Thetis Lake – The Secret Trail loop from Esquimalt

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Swimming beach at Thetis Lake – The Secret Trail loop from Esquimalt

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Swimming beach at Thetis Lake – The Secret Trail loop from Esquimalt

02:46

36.1km

450m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.98 km for 160 m

After 27.1 km for 55 m

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322 m

West Bay Walkway Trailhead (Western Terminus)

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This is the western terminus of the West Bay Walkway. It is a good starting point or turn around point for a walk along the walkway, as it is easy to reach and has roadside parking and benches nearby.

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5.41 km

Portage Park

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Portage Park is a small waterfront park tucked along the scenic shores of Portage Inlet and is a popular spot to launch a kayak or paddleboard. There’s a small sandy …

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10.1 km

Wooden Dock at Prior Lake

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27.1 km

Swimming beach at Thetis Lake

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At the southern tip of Thetis Lake, just a few steps from the parking lot, there is a small beach. All around you will find toilets, showers and picnic tables.

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27.9 km

The Secret Trail

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28.6 km

Galloping Goose Trail and E&N Rail Trail Junction

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Here the E & N Rail Trail meets the Galloping Goose Trail.

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36.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.2 km

10.00 km

5.05 km

3.87 km

1.98 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.2 km

11.9 km

11.7 km

258 m

< 100 m

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Swimming beach at Thetis Lake – The Secret Trail loop from Esquimalt

West Bay Walkway Trailhead (Western Terminus)

Portage Park

Wooden Dock at Prior Lake

Swimming beach at Thetis Lake

The Secret Trail

Galloping Goose Trail and E&N Rail Trail Junction

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