Things To Do
Hiking & Biking
GO HIKING WITH A MAP OR ASK WEST COAST WILDERNESS LODGE ABOUT THE LOCAL AREA AND SURROUNDING LAKES.
Trail Experiences
EXPLORE THE SUNSHINE COAST ON FOOT OR BY BIKE, WITH SCENIC FOREST TRAILS, PANORAMIC SUMMIT HIKES, AND PEACEFUL RIDES TO MOUNTAIN LAKES OR COASTAL LOOKOUTS.
Hike to the Rapids
Take a leisurely hike through a coastal rain forest filled with cedars and firs, sword ferns and salal, and a tiny lake with resident Loons. The trail leads to lookout points where you can watch the Skookumchuck Rapids, the fastest salt water rapids in North America.
Duration: 2 hours
Highlights:
Easy trail through a coastal rainforest with cedars, firs, and a tranquil lake.
First lookout offers views of whirlpools formed by the ebb tide.
Second lookout provides a front-row seat to the dramatic flood tide and standing wave, perfect for watching kayakers.
Free
Pender Hill Hike
Climb Pender Hill for panoramic views of Pender Harbour and the Sechelt Peninsula—well worth the short but steep hike.
Duration: 30 mins-1 hour
Highlights:
Sweeping summit views of the Sunshine Coast, including the harbour below.
Discover Arbutus trees, natural rock gardens, and a chance to spot Bald Eagles.
A rewarding challenge for those comfortable with a steep, sometimes slippery trail.
Elevation gain: 231 m (758 ft)
Free
Mount Daniel Hike
Hike to the summit of Mount Daniel for stunning views of Pender Harbour and a chance to visit a sacred site of cultural significance.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Panoramic views of the harbour, lakes, and surrounding forested coastline.
Explore a site known as “Kwiss Cham,” where Sechelt First Nations maidens once held coming-of-age ceremonies.
Look for remnants of ancient “moon rings” made of stones at the summit.
A rewarding challenge for experienced hikers—steep but peaceful.
Free
Mountain Biking — BYOBike
Hop on your bike and explore scenic rainforest trails, quiet backroads, and mountain lake routes right from the Lodge.
Duration: Varies by route; trails available for both casual and experienced riders
Highlights:
Easy rides through the Rainforest Provincial Park and to the Skookumchuck Rapids.
Take on the more challenging Klein Lake–Ruby Lake Traverse.
For a longer ride, bike down to Sechelt—just under an hour away.
Trail type: Mix of easy trails, forest backroads, and moderate-to-challenging routes
Free
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