Qualicum Beach Urban loop

Approx 12km/<300m elevation gain, pace at slightly above moderate pace.
You s/b @ minimum a strong “B”/moderate level hiker or higher to enjoy hike. Not suited to anyone with balance/knee/mobility/cardio deficiencies.
Short snack break along the way.
Pet-free hike/NO DOGS please. (NOTE: expect dogs in the off-leash park).
Washroom @ Ravensong Aquatic Center.

Loop is composed of "green spaces" with some road/street walking that links them together. Thru Arbutus Woods, some street/road walking, thru Nature's Garden (along/cross Grandon Creek), then onto path along Laburnum Rd to Upper Laburnum Woods, a loop on mountain bike trails, down path along Laburnum Rd, some street walking and then up along Grandon Creek to Hoy Trail & street walking back to vehicles.

Expect wet/muddy/slippery conditions, with varied and unstable terrain (stones, roots & some blowdown). Hiking shoes/boots with good tread advised.

Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By signing up to this event, you agree to our waiver available here: https://4142298.xyz/Nanaimo-Day-Hikes-Meetup/pages/22791742/waiver/.
All participants are expected to act as a responsible member of the group. Shared values of this trip include personal responsibility and mutual reliance. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition and current trail conditions for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being.
Please ensure you are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.

• See also the Ten Essentials: What to Bring - North Shore Rescue