Heart Lake – Stocking Lake loop from Davis at Hall (SB)

Hiking trails & Routes

Canada

British Columbia

Cowichan Valley G

Heart Lake – Stocking Lake loop from Davis at Hall (SB)

Moderate

4.3

(10)

hikers

Heart Lake – Stocking Lake loop from Davis at Hall (SB)

03:40

12.4km

360m

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: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.21 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.

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8.67 km

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.

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10.6 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 …

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12.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.56 km

5.04 km

706 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.82 km