OUTDOOR RECREATION

This is where Port Alberni excels. The varied geography, temperate climate and endless backcountry allows residents and visitors to enjoy just about every type of outdoor pursuit, whether on land or out on the water. The richness of outdoor adventuring is one of the Alberni Valley's greatest attractions.

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Trails in the Alberni Valley

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Elevation of Mt. Arrowsmith

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Kilometres of Backcountry Roads

The Trail Network

Trail systems are never far from the doorstep, whether that doorstep is right in town or just outside city limits. Visit our top 3 trail websites to get the most comprehensive trail information from a local perspective.

Favourite City Trails

Alberni Inlet Trail
Alberni Lookout
Kitsuksis Dyke Trail
Log Train Trail
Maplehurst Trail
Rogers Creek Trail

Bike Trails Map (PDF)

City Trails

A guide to all trails within city limits provided by the City of Port Alberni. Explore alternate ways to get around town.

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ACRD Trail Maps

A series of maps in PDF format provided by the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District. Additional links to district trails and parks.

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All Trails

Over two dozen of the top trails to hike, bike and run in the valley, from a trusted trail app. Rated and reviewed by trail users.

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The Park Network

City Parks & Playgrounds

View all local parks in map and directory format, complete with a description of amenities.

Our Favourites:

North Port

Paper Mill Dam Park
Roger Creek Park
Williamson Park

South Port

Harbour Quay Park
Waterfront Park

City Parks Directory

Regional & Provincial Parks

All less than a 1-hour drive away.

Clayoquot Plateau Provincial Park
Fossli Provincial Park
Kennedy Lake Provincial Park
Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park
MacMillan Provincial Park / Cathedral Grove
Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park
Sproat Lake Provincial Park
Stamp River Provincial Park
Strathcona Provincial Park
Taylor River Provincial Park

BC Parks Website

BC Parks - Backcountry

National Park

Only one nearby, but what a park it is! You can reach the boundary of one of Canada's top-ranked National Parks in just over an hour. Spectacular surf, sand, sea and rainforest trails. For Port Alberni residents, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, major tourist attraction and vacation spot, is just next door and available to visit any time of the year.