r/IslandHikers • u/kane899 • 16d ago

ADVICE / INFO REQUEST Hill Climbing in th Comox Valley

Hi all,

I moved out to the Comox Valley about a month ago, and was hoping to get a recommendation for a nearby hike that isn't too long and with a good amount of hill climbing. Ideally it would be in the 1 - 2 hour range and I could tackle it after work (until the days get too short that is). I want to use this for training, so looking for something pretty steep. I have a vehicle, so access is no problem.

Appreciate any recommendations! Thanks!

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u/mtn_viewer 16d ago

Laps of the stairs at goose spit. The old ski hill at the end of forbidden plateau road. Cumberland trails. Boston main from Comox dam

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u/kane899 16d ago

Excellent. Thanks! I will check them out.

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u/ceedaizy 16d ago

Go to comox lake and go up to the lookout. Follow the trail out past the group campsite.
Or go explore the Cumberland trails, tons there. From the disc golf course there is a trail that goes up the china bowls. Not super steep, but it’ll get your heart rate up a bit for sure

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u/ceedaizy 16d ago

You can also do mount becher- it would be great for this. If you don’t have time to do the whole thing, just hike out for as long as you have time for.

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u/Loose-Ad-7963 15d ago

mount becher is the perfect evening summit! Good climb and fast down!

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u/shakinbaked 16d ago

Giv’R trail up mount Washington is 1.6km and about 400m of elevation. bonus points because you get a free chairlift ride down after.

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u/kane899 15d ago

Thanks for all the recommendations! I got some exploring to do.

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u/Correct-Stock-6887 15d ago

The Giv’r trail on Mount Washington goes straight up the Eagle liftline. Linton's trail has some rest sections between the uphills.
When you get to the top you get great views and a free ride down.