Have you heard of the Sunshine Coast Trail on the west coast of Canada?
It’s actually a series of new trails joining old existing tracks.
The name is deceptive as very little of the route is on the (valuable) Sunshine Coast waterfront.
The Sunshine Coast Trail is located on the Upper Sunshine Coast in Powell River, British Columbia, Canada. The trail stretches 180 km from the Saltery Bay ferry terminal in the south to Sarah Point in the world-famous Desolation Sound Marine Park in the north.
… There are also two Bed & Breakfasts (with one more in the making) for those who wish to spoil themselves after trekking through the forest. Off-trail lodging is also available, as is transport to and from the trail each day. This allows the hiker to travel lightly and be taken to the trail section of choice in the morning, and then picked up in the afternoon at the end of the hike to be brought to the comfort of a hotel room or a bed and breakfast. …
On the Sunshine Coast Trail you will find panoramic views and a wide variety of vegetation and wildlife.
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drmargy // Apr 18, 2007 at 12:27 am
I have hiked portions of the Sunshine Coast Trail and heartily agree that it is spectacular. There is also a great hostel in town, the Harbour Guesthouse. It is just above the ferry terminal and within walking distance of great restaurants. Check it out at www.powellriverhostel.com. There are also good books about the area available at www.PowellRiverBooks.com.
hiker Rick // Apr 18, 2007 at 1:36 am
Both sites look great.
I will try to get out to the Sunshine Coast this summer!
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