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View of Upper Collier Dam Lake – Colliery Dam Park loop from Nanaimo

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British Columbia

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View of Upper Collier Dam Lake – Colliery Dam Park loop from Nanaimo

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View of Upper Collier Dam Lake – Colliery Dam Park loop from Nanaimo

02:20

20.8km

280m

Running

Hard run. 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: August 21, 2026

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Bus stop

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3.04 km

View of Upper Collier Dam Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

This quiet lake is located behind the dam and is surrounded by beautiful evergreens. From this vantage point, you can see the water and the forest reflected in it. There …

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3.12 km

Colliery Dam Park

Highlight • Forest

Colliery Dam Park is a beautiful, forested green space built around two small lakes that were once used for hydroelectric power. Today, it’s a popular spot for walking, swimming, fishing, …

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5.76 km

View of Morrell Lake

Highlight • Lake

The path leading down to the Morrell Lake viewpoint transitions into well-maintained dirt and gravel tracks that are mostly flat and comfortable for hikers of all skill levels. Because this …

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8.99 km

View of Westwood Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Circumnavigation of Westwood Lake possible on well-maintained and shaded paths and trails. Recommended.

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12.2 km

Second Beach

Beach

16.4 km

Colliery Dam Park Trails

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Colliery Dam Park has a network of short, well-maintained trails in Nanaimo’s beautiful urban forest. This section is part of the main loop that connects both reservoirs with bridges, waterfalls, …

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20.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.78 km

4.38 km

2.62 km

1.91 km

1.86 km

204 m

Surfaces

5.95 km

5.51 km

4.09 km

3.17 km

1.66 km

366 m

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View of Upper Collier Dam Lake – Colliery Dam Park loop from Nanaimo

View of Upper Collier Dam Lake

Colliery Dam Park

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