Urban Hike: Westwood Lake/ Morell Sanctuary #1

This hike is fairly easy to perhaps a light moderate hike for those who are beyond the beginner stage in their hiking endeavors and want to make the next step. We will begin from the main parking lot at Westwood Lake (at the picnic table near the washroom) and head southward for just over a kilometer till we reach the connector trail to Morell Sanctuary. We will follow the Alder and Fire Road trails returning to the parking lot from where we began. A little climbing and some rocky spots but for the most part the trail is a good walk, but I would recommend wearing good footwear. This hike will be about 2 hours or there abouts long and about 6-8 km in distance with minimal elevation gain.

No dogs I'm afraid.

Westwood Lake is an easily accessible area; if you don't have a car, cycling to the lake is an option, or you can take the #5 Fairview bus which will drop you off just below the Westwood Lake parking lot on Arbot Rd, just check out Nanaimo Regional Transit for more details.

Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being.
All participants are expected to act as a responsible member of the group. Shared values of this trip include personal responsibility and mutual reliance. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition and current trail conditions for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear, and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.