Selwyn Cedarvale Green Space is in the Mill Hill neighborhood of Langford, B.C. This rough seventy meter long footpath from Selwyn Road connects to the trails in Cedar Vale Park. The gravel pathway is border by patches of Himalayan blackberries that grow beside the fences. The trail crosses over the tunnel that protects Mill Stream … Continue reading Selwyn Cedarvale Green Space
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Mount Wells Regional Park
Mount Wells Regional Park is in the Goldstream neighborhood of Langford, B.C. There are two view points from the summit both with excellent views to the east toward Victoria, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Mt Baker in Washington State. Mount McDonald lies to the immediate west of Mt Wells and is part of … Continue reading Mount Wells Regional Park
Citation Green Space
Citation Green Space is along the gated paved section of Citation Road in Langford, B.C. The seventy meter long pathway is frequented by dog walking, hikers and walkers as it connects with McCallum Road. Blackberries are found along the border of this green space which also has a small Douglas fir tree forest to the … Continue reading Citation Green Space
Florence Lake Strachan Trail
Florence Lake Strachan Trail is an one and half kilometer trail that follows the eastern shore of Florence Lake in Langford, B.C. Florence Lake is a shallow glacial kettle lake that lies on the slopes of Skirt Mountain. There are several view points from along the boardwalk. This section is shades by some large western … Continue reading Florence Lake Strachan Trail
Shaw Green Space
Shaw Green Space is in the Florence Lake neighborhood of Langford, B.C. This green space is formed from the gravel fire road that connects Shaw Avenue to Florence Lake Road. This ninety meter long pathway is gated at both ends and is near Shaw and Ironwood parks as well as the trail along Florence Lake. … Continue reading Shaw Green Space
Ironwood Park
Ironwood Park is in the Florence Lake neighborhood of Langford, B.C. This nature park is along the steep eastern slopes of the lower ridge that forms Skirt Mountain. Its eastern side borders along Shaw Park. The rest of the park is surrounded by residential homes which limits access to this nature area. There are a … Continue reading Ironwood Park
Shaw Park
Shaw Park is in the Florence Lake neighborhood of Langford, B.C. This park is along the steep eastern slopes of Skirt Mountain and borders along Ironwood Park. Douglas fir and cedar trees provide shade of the gravel footpath through the park. The trail from Shaw Avenue is bordered by a chain link fence on the … Continue reading Shaw Park
Nature’s Gate Park
Nature’s Gate Park is in the Bear Mountain neighborhood of Langford, B.C. It lies on the northwestern slope of MiniSkirt Mountain which was once three-hundred and eleven meters high. This four hectare parkland is surrounded by residential homes with views of Bear Mountain Golf Resort with Mount Finlayson providing the background to the west. The … Continue reading Nature’s Gate Park
Skirt Mountain Lookout Trail
Skirt Mountain is a three hundred and forty two meter high peak near Mount Finlayson, which stands at four hundred and fifteen meters. The trail to the summit follows the proposed route for the Bear Mountain Parkway and roadways for about five kilometers. The route is partially paved yet mostly loose gravel and bedrock. The … Continue reading Skirt Mountain Lookout Trail
Highlands Valley Loop
The Highlands Valley Loop is a designated cycling trail in the District of the Highlands, B.C. The mountain bicycle trail is accessed from the Bear Mountain Village in Langford, B.C. It is one of several trails intended for training for the Cycling Canada Mountain Bike Team that is also family oriented. This five kilometer loop … Continue reading Highlands Valley Loop
Walks in Your Backyard 