Lake Cowichan – 66 Mile Trestle loop from Skutz Falls

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Lake Cowichan – 66 Mile Trestle loop from Skutz Falls

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Lake Cowichan – 66 Mile Trestle loop from Skutz Falls

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31.7km

230m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Cowichan River Provincial Park

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9.21 km

Lake Cowichan

Highlight • Lake

- It has a length of approximately 30 kilometers.
- It is one of the largest lakes on Vancouver Island.
Popular for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding and …

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9.82 km

Western Terminus of the Trans Canada Trail

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This is one of two Trans Canada Trail Western Terminus. This one, in the town of Lake Cowichan, is the westernmost physical point of the contiguous Trans Canada Trail network. …

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10.0 km

J&V's Burgers & Pizza

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Glorious burgers and milkshakes at this retro diner. Great service, awesome food. Not open on Sundays!

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11.3 km

Greendale Trestle Bridge

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The Greendale Trestle Bridge was once part of the Canadian Pacific Railway, and has now been converted into a pedestrian and cyclist footbridge, part of the Cowichan Valley Trail and …

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21.4 km

Cowichan Valley Trail – Duncan to Lake Cowichan section

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Cowichan Valley Trail, which spans 122 kilometres, is divided into a handful of sections. The Malahat to Shawnigan Lake stretching 19 kilometres, Shawnigan Lake to Duncan spanning 25 kilometres, …

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29.3 km

66 Mile Trestle

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After the Kinsol Trestle probably the most beautiful bridge on the Cowichan Valley Trail. Very nice view of the stream - and you may even see people who are not on the trail!

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29.4 km

Kinsol Trestle Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

31.5 km

Swimming Spot and Wild Campsite at the River

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Great for swimming and with the option of wild camping. Directly above the water between bushes and trees. Good privacy and very quiet after 7 p.m. It is also tolerated. There are no no camping signs either.

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