NW Marine Drive
British Columbia, Canada
Out-and-back trail in British Columbia, Canada. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 4.9 mi (7.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 269 ft (82 m)
- Est. Time
- 30 min
- High point
- 279 ft (85 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Acada Beach 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Waterfall 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Beach: Acada Beach (Wreck Beach portion) 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Last Spanish Exploration 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Grade Class 2002 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from start
- Historic site: C.U.P.E Local 116 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from start
- Emergency phone: Northwest Marine Drive 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about NW Marine Drive
How long is NW Marine Drive?
NW Marine Drive is 4.9 mi (7.8 km) long. Most people take about 30 min. It climbs 269 ft (82 m) in total, up to a high point of 279 ft (85 m).
How hard is NW Marine Drive?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for NW Marine Drive?
Parking at the start, Fee. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on NW Marine Drive?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 0.6 mi (0.9 km), 0.6 mi (0.9 km), 2.2 mi (3.6 km).
Is NW Marine Drive shaded?
Partly shaded (45% under trees).
What can you do on NW Marine Drive?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near NW Marine Drive?
Spanish Banks West Concession, 0.6 mi (1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: H Mart, 0.9 mi (1.4 km).
Is this a good week for NW Marine Drive?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap