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Easy: Trails are flat and moderately level. Suitable for families and children.

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Thetis Lake Regional Park

Upper and Lower Thetis Lake Trailsthetis

Thetis Lake Regional park is an outdoor mecca in both the summer and winter. This park offers a variety of trails great for walking and hiking, although some sections can be a bit steep. The best time for running this trail is during the fall and winter; Thetis Lake can be extremely busy during the summer and it can be tough to find parking.

 

 

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Difficulty Medium
Distance 4.8 km loop around Upper and Lower Thetis Lake
Approximate time to finish
  • 1h 5min walking
  • 30min running
How to get there Follow the Trans-Canada Highway from Victoria, and take the Colwood exit. Follow the Old Island Highway. Turn right on Six Mile Road, which leads to the park entrance.
What to bring Running/walking shoes, bathing suit and towel in the summer.
Parking Yes - Parking is free at Thetis Lake Regional Park from October to April. Pay parking is in effect from May 1 to September 30.
Washroom facilities Yes – at the main beach.
Wheelchair access Yes – at the main beach only.

Other info

 If you only wish to go around one section, take the Trillium Trail (at the half-way point) to get back to the main beach and parking lot.
Website CRD Parks website

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