Family Walks and Hikes of Vancouver Island — Volume 2

Family Walks and Hikes is an exciting new series of books written specifically for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. These accurate, attractive guides feature expertly curated routes, informative maps and colour photographs.

The second book in this sure to be popular new series assembles an impressive variety of walks and hikes for visitors and locals looking for unique, guided wanderings in the area between northern Nanaimo and Strathcona Park, including:Upper Myra FallsKarst CreekQuinsam River Beaver PondsBear Creek Nature ParkSeal BayStotan (Stokum) FallsLighthouse Country Regional TrailHorne Lake CavesPacific Rim National Park Forest TrailsStamp River Falls and Angler’s TrailLog Train TrailLittle Qualicum Falls Provincial ParkEnglishman River EstuaryAlberni Valley Lookout TrailAmmonite Falls Regional Trail

Ranging from charmingly easy to moderately challenging, these hikes are all accessible from reliable roads and popular staging areas. In addition, each hike is accompanied by a clear, colourful map, step by step directions and full-colour photographs.

Each route includes:detailed directions to trailheadscolour maps and photographsseasonal informationround-trip distancestrail commentarydifficulty ratings