On my recent trip to British Columbia during which I hiked the West Coast Trail (see previous post), I got to spend time exploring Vancouver Island. My trip started with a visit to Victoria and the surrounding area. Here are some photos.
Butchart Gardens is a spectacular park about 45 min from the city.
After Victoria I headed north to Nanaimo and onward to Gold River.
On my way from Nanaimo to Gold River I took a detour to see Cathedral Grove, an incredible old growth forest of Douglas Fir and Cedar. Trees here are 800 years old or more.
I visited my nephew who is working at Moutcha Bay resort, two hours west of Campbell River near Gold River. The resort is remote and beautiful.
Quick photo with my nephew before heading back to the city
My last day I visited the BC Museum, known around the world for its collection of totem poles.
The museum had an exhibit on the Mayans.
Last night in Victoria…
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