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British Columbia
Salt Spring Island Electoral Area

Baynes Peak loop via Rim Trail

Moderate

5.0

(3)

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Baynes Peak loop via Rim Trail

02:00

5.50km

270m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

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Mount Maxwell Provincial Park

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544 m

Rim Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail traces the edge of Baynes Peak aka Mount Maxwell, high above Burgoyne Bay. Much of the trail is shaded under thick forest canopy, but there are a few …

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1.87 km

Baynes Peak

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Rising 603 metres above Burgoyne Bay, Baynes Peak, also known as Mount Maxwell, delivers some of the most dramatic, sweeping views on Saltspring Island. While you can drive directly to …

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3.06 km

Mountain Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Shortest trail (No:1 trail) to the top of Mt Maxwell and especially suitable when it’s hot as it’s mostly under the canopy of the giant trees . Well marked trail …

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5.50 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.23 km

1.10 km

157 m

Surfaces

4.39 km

1.10 km

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Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (460 m)

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