Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park
Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park
Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park
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Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park straddles the scenic Little Qualicum River, west of Parksville, where impressive waterfalls cascade and plummet down a rocky gorge in a beautiful forest setting. Perhaps the most magnificent park on Vancouver Island, Little Qualicum Falls incorporates the entire southern shore of Cameron Lake, adjacent to MacMillan Provincial Park and the awesome Cathedral Grove Rainforest. Cameron Lake is bordered by steep mountains: Mt. Wesley to the north and Mt. Arrowsmith to the south.
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William S
Liverpool, UK612 contributions
Jun 2023
We visited the upper falls as we were too short of time to also visit the lower falls. The trails are excellent and take you close to the gorge through magnificent trees, mostly Douglas Firs, covered with amazing mosses. The falls provide a fabulous view and thunderous noise. We loved our time there and wish we could have stayed longer.
Written 15 June 2023
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Vanessa G
Newcastle, Australia337 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
A 2km walking loop gives great views of both the Upper and Lower Falls. We take the route to the left from the parking lot, taking us on a flat walk to see the Upper Falls. We cross a bridge and start heading down to the Lower Falls, stopping at the Viewpoint - there are numerous viewing spots along the way. The paths are well maintained but there were some step, uneven sections on the way down. At the bottom there is another bridge to cross with some steep steps heading back up to the parking lot. The waterfalls are lovely and the walk wasn’t too strenuous. We spent 45 minutes in this beautiful spot. I would recomment stopping to admire the falls.
Written 14 July 2023
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Linda Seijkens - Linnenbank
Venray, The Netherlands442 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Highway 4 was closed due to forest fires when we were there, but we were just able to get to this park! This made it very quiet in the park. We took a short walk to the upper and lower falls (1.3 km). The route is indicated with signs and after that you can't go wrong. But a tip for the whole of Canada: My Trails app then you have all the routes at hand (make them available offline because it is not available everywhere).
We went to the upper falls first and walked the loop to the lower falls. If you prefer to walk down stairs, do it the other way around.
We went to the upper falls first and walked the loop to the lower falls. If you prefer to walk down stairs, do it the other way around.
Written 1 August 2023
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lisa p
Prince George, Canada13 contributions
May 2022
Nature is beautiful. Well groomed trails that take you from the top to bottom of these amazing falls. Takes roughly an hour to take in the entire falls area. Would highly recommend an afternoon seeing these falls.
Written 18 May 2022
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Oliver B
Usingen, Germany333 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
We had a stopover atthe falls and walked the path around the falls. Easy going and a beautiful view. The water was inviting us for a cool refresh, but it was not allowed, so we kept out. Great place for young and old
Written 26 July 2022
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Smoltman
Courtenay, Canada10,808 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
The park has great walking trails and not to strenuous. Well maintained and peaceful. The upper and lower falls were quite spectacular and just had enough water flow to highlight their beauty. We spent about an hour walking the trails. Highly recommend this park.
Written 30 March 2021
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crcclar
Upstate NY63 contributions
While driving between Victoria and Tofino, we stopped at this lovely provincial park for a short hike. The parking payment system was confusing, but friendly locals helped us out. We loved the beautiful waterfalls and easy hiking paths. It is easy to miss, but definitely worth the stop if you have a little time.
Written 30 January 2006
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Peter F
Hope, Canada25 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
Just decided to stop in for a quick look, and am so glad I did! The falls are absolutely breathtaking, and peering down the canyons takes your breath away! I loved the loop trail, and actually RAN it, as it seemed to invite running! It wasn't on our agenda to stop here, but I am so glad we did!
Written 8 July 2016
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K I
Whistler, Canada3 contributions
Dec 2013 • Family
Nice walk, nice falls, but came back to my car on boxing day with my window shattered my belongings missing. 12.30/12.45 in the afternoon in a busy parking lot. Car rental shops were shut because of the holidays so had to spend the rest of my time on the island with a plastic window. There were 2 other broken piles of glass in the parking lot too. Police didn't seem surprised, maybe time for surveillance? Sadly, will never return and will warn others not to stop.
Written 30 December 2013
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enneagram9
Leominster MA40 contributions
Happened across this as we traveled from Port Alberni north. The trails are well maintained and make for fairly easy walking. There are at least 3 bridges over the long cascading river. The falls are surrounded by a wonderful variety of trees. The only fee is for parking, except the machines were not working properly the day we were there. If you enjoy flowing water this is worth the visit.
Written 29 August 2009
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What are they building in the park (as of April2023)? Looks like washrooms? Playground? Why the trench running from the campsites down to the old log cabin area? Will the campsites be open in time for Easter?
Written 2 April 2023
Hi, my family will be in the area this coming spring, late March. We will be spending the majority of our time on Gabriola Island, but want to explore outside of Nanaimo if time allows. With our limited time should we focus on Little Qualicum Falls or Englishman River Falls instead? I should add that we also intend on hitting Coombs and Cathedral Grove on the same outing as well. Thank you all in advance!
Written 31 January 2019
We didn’t visit Englishman’s River Falls so I can’t comment on it, however, a wonderful trip could include Parksville as well as those three spots. You can drive from Parksville to Cathedral Grove, and in your way back stop at Qualicum Falls for a beautiful walking path along the falls and then stop at Coombs Country Market which is very close and see the goats on the roof! All of those stops are quite close and you could do them all in a day and perhaps another day in Parksville. Milner Gardens in Parksville, which has a lovely tea house, is also worth visiting! Enjoy!
Written 31 January 2019
Could someone please describe the washroom facilities in the Upper campground? It says there are flush toilets available. Is that at all the locations with the little washroom icons on the map?
(And I'm assuming no showers, but does anyone know?)
Thanks.
Written 17 June 2018
I remember years ago, it cost 4 for a parking fee. Still have those? Is there a time limit on how long can you park your 🚘 for the day?
Written 17 April 2018
There was, I’m told, a fee a long time ago. There is no charge at this time. There has not been a charge for many years.
Written 17 April 2018
Just wondering if there are many mosquitos around the campground area?
Written 10 July 2017
We didn't notice many, but we were there in the middle of a very warm day.
Written 10 July 2017
Yes dogs are allowed. They must be on a leash but they are welcome😄
Written 4 August 2016
Is there a lost and found? Who would i contact? I have a chair that got packed with my camping stuff from my site but it does not belong to me and I would like it to be returned to the owner. I have no idea how to find them though. Have no Idea what camp site it came from. It is a very original chair and needs to be reunited with the owner.
Written 16 June 2016
You have received the only advise that I would have given you.
Written 22 June 2016
SurreyHillsLass
Guildford, United Kingdom
What is the best site for a big RV? We are staying with our four kids.
Written 31 May 2016
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