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Crystal Falls – Heart Lake loop from Ladysmith

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Canada

British Columbia

Cowichan Valley G

Crystal Falls – Heart Lake loop from Ladysmith

Moderate

4.6

(8)

hikers

Crystal Falls – Heart Lake loop from Ladysmith

03:55

12.9km

400m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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860 m

Crystal Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Crystal Falls is a beautiful waterfall that flows out of Holland Creek. Winter is the best time to catch the falls at peak flow.

Tip by

1.55 km

Holland Creek

Highlight • River

This section of the trail has a bridge that runs directly over Holland Creek, offering a great spot to pause and watch the creek flow.

Tip by

2.61 km

The Heart Lake Trail climbs through forested terrain along Holland Creek to the banks of Heart Lake. There are plenty of spots to take in some incredible views of the lake along the trail, as well as a few spots to cool off with a dip.

Tip by

3.27 km

Vancouver Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Take a few steps for a super view. On a clear day you can see Vancouver from here.

Tip by

3.65 km

Heart Lake

Highlight • Lake

Heart Lake is a secluded lake nestled in a surrounding forest setting. There's a large rock outcrop along the banks that makes for a great spot to rest and take in the views.

Tip by

6.13 km

Stocking Lake

Highlight • Lake

Stocking Lake was dammed in the 1960s to provide clean drinking water to Ladysmith and nearby towns. From here you can look along the length of the lake, and there are trails you can explore that circumnavigate the water's edge.

Tip by

8.57 km

Stocking Lake Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is an old logging road and makes for a fairly easy walk through the woods toward Stocking Lake and Banon Creek Falls. It's a pleasant walk. You can drive up and intersect the trail closer to the falls if you wish to skip some of the hike along the logging road.

Tip by

12.4 km

Holland Creek Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This is one of the main access points to the Holland Creek loop and has roadside parking plus a public washroom at the shelter. From here the trail drops into forest with boardwalks, bridges, and benches along the way. If you want a shorter hike, you can easily do an out-and-back to Crystal Falls from here instead of the full loop.

Tip by

12.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.35 km

4.38 km

1.18 km

1.01 km

Surfaces

5.84 km

3.00 km

2.09 km

1.56 km

415 m

Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Crystal Falls – Heart Lake loop from Ladysmith

Crystal Falls

Holland Creek

Heart Lake Trail

Vancouver Viewpoint

Heart Lake

Stocking Lake

Stocking Lake Trail

Holland Creek Trailhead

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