Gibsons Hike (Sunshine Coast)

EASY TO INTERMEDIATE HIKE

Join us as we take the 9:50am ferry to the Sunshine Coast, hike up Soames Hill for a stunning view, and then walk into Gibsons, where you can have lunch overlooking the harbour while enjoying the scenery! You can also sample a huge variety of olive oil and balsamic vinegar at a local shop! We all will take a bus back to the ferry terminal, leaving on either the 3:35pm or 4:10pm ferry.

NOTE: Although the Gibsons (Soames Hill) hike is generally an easy hike/walk, there is one steep section where hiking poles are recommended.

We will meet at the ticket window for foot passengers at the ferry terminal. If you do not wish to park at the terminal, there is free parking at the Gleneagles Community Centre (15 minute walk away).

Round-trip ferry (foot passenger fare) to Langdale is around $14 and bus ride in Gibsons is around $2.

GIBSONS HIKE

Elevation Gain: 300m
Distance: 10km
Hiking time: 2.5 hours

DISCLOSURE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

By going on this Meetup event, you acknowledge and agree that you are participating at your own risk and are entirely responsible for your own safety getting to and from the trailhead, on the hike, and during the course of the event. In case of accident, illness, or other incapacity, you agree to pay for your own medical and/or evacuation expenses, whether or not you have specifically authorized them. You also verify that you are in good health and are physically capable of carrying out this hike. Therefore, you agree to release the Meetup Group, the Organizer, the Meetup Host, and any affiliate from any and all liability for any loss, damage, expense or injury which may arise out of participation in the Meetup event, including during transportation to and from the event.

OVERVIEW OF HIKE

We start by taking a beautiful ferry ride (950 AM sailing) from Horseshoe Bay to the Sunshine Coast, passing small and large islands and enjoying incredible views of the mountains lining Howe Sound.

After departing the ferry, we walk through an impressive second growth forest and hike up to the top of Soames Hill, where, from two viewpoints, we will have spectacular views of Howe Sound, the North Shore mountains, and Keats, Bowen, and Gambler Islands. The total elevation gain from the ferry is about 300m. After taking a short break, we head over to beautiful Gibsons, where the Canadian TV series “The Beachcombers” was filmed. You have the option of having lunch at Molly’s Reach (featured in the TV show) or various other restaurants overlooking Gibsons Landing. After lunch, you can relax, check out the shops (including a wonderful olive oil and balsamic shop that offers tastings), and maybe get dessert at one of the local bakeries.

Bring:

$2 for bus-fare
Water (2 or more litres)
Lunch
Hiking poles recommended
Good hiking shoes or boots
Waterproof jacket or shell
10 Essentials