Mount Wesley Trail
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Route Description for Mount Wesley Trail
Hiking the Mount Wesley Trail is a popular activity near Port Alberni, thanks to the challenging uphill terrain and several scenic viewpoints located along the trail. Setting out from the roadside parking area, the trail will take you west along a rail line through the forest to cross over the Little Qualicum River before turning to the north for a series of switchbacks up the hillside. Shortly after passing by the viewpoint overlooking Cameron Lake, you will reach the top of the ridge. At this point, continue hiking to the west along the forested ridgeline, doing your best to keep moving and avoid the bugs along the trail. Eventually, you will climb further uphill to the summit of Mount Wesley, where you will receive some more beautiful views of the surrounding Vancouver Island landscape. After experiencing the scenery, retrace your footsteps along the ridge to return to the trailhead below.
Getting to the Mount Wesley Trail Trailhead
To reach the trailhead for the Mount Wesley Trail from Port Alberni, drive to the northeast for 2.1mi along the Port Alberni Highway and continue straight onto BC-4. Follow this for 12.9mi, and you will find a parking area on the left.Route Information
When to do:
April-October
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Low
Route Type:
Out and back
Mount Wesley Trail Elevation Graph
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