🥾🏔️ Everything You Need to Know About Hiking King’s Peak — One of Vancouver Island’s Most Challenging (and Rewarding) Hikes 🌲🇨🇦 If you’re looking for an epic west coast hiking adventure, King’s Peak near Gold River should be at the top of your list. It’s a tough climb with an unforgettable payoff — panoramic mountain views, glacial valleys, and alpine lakes that make every steep step worth it. 📍 Where It Is: Located in Strathcona Provincial Park, the trailhead is about 30 minutes west of C

This outback walk leads to an unexpected oasis 🌴 The Kings Canyon rim walk is a 6km circuit that will have you tracing giant red cliffs and descending towards the Garden of Eden - a hidden waterhole surrounded by rare native plants. Stay at nearby Discovery Parks & Resorts and explore the trail over 3-4 hours in the morning, before the warm sun is at its peak ☀️ Head back to your accommodation in the afternoon for a dip in the pool before enjoying a night of stargazing and a visit to the specta