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

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British Columbia

Nanaimo

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

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4.0

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

01:25

22.0km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.45 km for 175 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.51 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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4.59 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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10.2 km

Parkway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Parkway Trail is a 20km multi use paved trail that runs along the Nanaimo Parkway. The trail connects various parts of Nanaimo along with scenic views.

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17.9 km

Lower Lake, Colliery Dam Park

Highlight • Lake

Located on the northeast side of Colliery Dam Park, this is the larger of the two lakes. From here, you have lake access for swimming or can just hang out at one of the picnic tables along the side.

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22.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

2.32 km

397 m

309 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.4 km

4.09 km

1.09 km

340 m

141 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Sunday 6 September

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

View of Upper Collier Dam Lake

Colliery Dam Park

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Lower Lake, Colliery Dam Park

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