Great hilly workout with a treat at the bottom: a close-up view of the BC Ferries. Pathways are well groomed, beautiful creek flowing down beside the trail.

I have lived close to this park my whole life and never went to it. My family and I went a few weekends ago and we were amazed. The walk is for the able bodied as there are lots of stairs. The decent into the gully shows waterfalls, lots of greenery, and listen closely you can hear the birds singing.... More

Park and start your walk opposite the Brooks Landing parking lot and immerse yourself in a part of the city untouched by development and a fairyland of ferns and waterfalls. The sound of running water accompany you as you make your way down through the canyon to Departure Bay beach near the ferry dock. Return via the road from the... More

You won't believe this park when you find it! It is truly one of Nanaimo's finest parks. Like a grotto in the centre of town. Cascading waterfalls, lush undergrowth and a beautiful, serene atmosphere. Enter the park near Tim Horton's at Brooks Landing or from the lower entrance either from BC Ferries Departure Bay harbourside walkway or off the public... More