View all posts by Rick Mc. Length: 4.5 mi • Est. I need a nap just reading about it! 1/6th of the way there , Hi, Lisa – I love the way that you think. , Hi, Ann – You have been to Coombs for 40 years? What a cool trail. Find the right bike route for you through Parksville, where we've got 97 cycle routes to explore. Oct. 1, 2020 12:00 a.m. News. . It is a 3 metre-wide tread surface trail finished with compacted gravel. Cassidy to Nanaimo. Opened for use in late 2016, this 3-metre wide, level and accessible gravel path serves as an exercise route for everyone. Approximately 7 km of 3 metre-wide tread surface trail finished with compacted high fines gravel. It’s a nice easy ride with almost no hills. Hi, Janis – I like your thinking here. Hi, Ally – Quirky is always fun. So, it only made sense that we include this trail in our COVID-Camino (aka #30hikesin30days). Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Views from this trail are not as diverse or as stunning as others that we have hiked. Wildlife (and goats on a roof) are worth any distance hiked! The eclectic village is a popular attraction in the region because of the unique assortment of art, clothing, gifts, services and shops. Rail Trail East 3 (GC71T3E) was created by Livingstonelookers on 3/8/2017. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Stop whatever you are doing and go right now!! Best of all, this trail is a safe and convenient way to travel between Parksville and Coombs on foot, bike, stroller, mobility scooter or horseback (ATV and motorcycles are not allowed). The Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 1 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Except for the first 200 m of trail in Springwood which has an 8 % grade, the Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail is fully accessible, that is, no more than a 5 % grade. We have eagles galore! Thanks, Peta – Whenever I can work a cafe breakfast into a great hike it makes it feel more and more like a Camino! . We often stop for an ice cream cone since many flavour options. Thanks, Terri – Thank you for taking the time to give such meaningful feedback. It is very motivating, and very much appreciated! Length 17.1 miElevation gain 1102 ftRoute type Out & back . Coombs Country Campground CCC is a 34 acre RV park & campground located 5 mins from both Parksville & Qualicum Beach on the way to Tofino. Perfect! Learn how your comment data is processed. One of my bucket list photos! Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day." It's 7 kilometres from Springwood Park in You two are wonders, that’s what you are. Great photos! Parksville, British Columbia. This rustic unpaved trail, just over three miles in length, runs along a route formerly used by the New York, Ontario, & Western Railway's Main Line through Parksville in Sullivan County, NY. I greatly appreciate it. This Trail was made possible by the assistance of Federal Gas Tax Funding. . RDN 50th Anniversary & Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail Opening Celebration Join the Regional District of Nanaimo Saturday, October 14th at Springwood Park in Parksville to celebrate fifty years of providing services in this region and take part in the official opening of the Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail. To document both this transition and our new adventures, ‘Retirement Reflections’ was born. Thank you for taking us along. Ride to Coombs using park & rail trails Starting from the main parking lot in Rathtrevor Park head up the paved access road. This Trail was made possible by the assistance of Federal Gas Tax Funding. Thanks, Kate – I totally get that. Haven’t been to Coombs since 1980. My mind is saying, “Let’s go!” My body is saying, “First, one more coffee!” , Your photos are beautiful on this series, Donna. This would like it is my kind of trail with minimal chance of getting lost. , Hi Donna thanks for linking up at #MLSTL and I’m loving your daily posts on your 30 hikes in 30 days. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. 2 h 13 m. Pit2Pit, Daryl's, Jughead, and Dem Bones Loop. Approximately 7 km of 3 metre-wide tread surface trail finished with compacted high fines gravel. PQ Links Trail (Parksville - Qualicum links). And as for eagles, we have many of them here on the Island, but you’re guaranteed to see them at the Transfer Station (garbage dump/landfill) that this trail passes by. The trail only officially opened Dec 23, 2016. Parksville, BC is a sweet … It is now the morning of Day 6. – Marty. Definitely a Coombs favourite!! I love seeing all the bald eagles. Coombs is a small community situated on provincial highway 4A west of Parksville. Distance Walked: 15 km To protect the health and wellbeing of our residents and staff, encourage physical distancing and help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre is open to access the City’s finance department only. ( Log Out / Trail planning and design may take up to a year, wrapping up in January 2015. ❤. We have 100 fully & partially serviced campsites, a pristine 2.5 acre lake, wooded bike trails, heated pool & much much more! Building a community of Women Living Well and embracing life after 50, A blog about midlife, travel, adventure - and all things in between, psychological, life, death, the whole catastrophe, Tales, Thoughts + Tribulations of a Free Spirit in Suburbia, Writing Stories of Love, Faith and Happy Endings While Enjoying the Journey, Kate's views on life edited by four opinionated cats, If you aren't living on the edge, you're taking up too much space. This 3-metre wide, compacted gravel path extends for 7 km (one way) and is fully accessible. The new 7 km Rail Trail follows along the south side of the E&N tracks between Coombs and Parksville. Show more. I remember that you posted your hikes daily, Donna. As soon as you step off the Coombs trail, you are immediately surrounded by funky shops, places to eat/shop/browse…and even goats on a roof (seriously) Now, how can you beat that? Pretty area and I’m still chuckling at “COVID-Camino! Once a comprehensive railroad system, the decommissioned tracks are now home to an extensive recreational trail providing almost 650 km (400 mi) of connected pathways throughout the region. I see at least 1 flying around every time I sit out on my balcony. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. It all looks like fun. Another beautiful trail! A diary of my life in rural north Suffolk. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. So much to be grateful for! , I’m catching up to all of your daily posts today, Donna. Please do not hesitate to let me know if I can help answer any questions about any of these hikes. I am grateful to live in an area that values and encourages outdoor recreation, and puts money towards these values. Interesting that you have a rail trail (like Deb has in Tumbarumba) and I found out that there’s one not far from me too – it’s in my one-day list to check it out. Instead of ripping out the rails they built a trail parallel to the rail line. The photos are stunning. Bike and Pedestrian Route. ( Log Out / From Parksville, drive towards Coombs and turn left off of Bellevue Rd. Halfway up the hill there is a bench on the left hand side with a trail behind it. ( Log Out / Thank you for sharing and look forward to the next hike tomorrow. Passionate Teacher and Future Children's Author. Hi, Jude – I agree that this is also an excellent bike path. Now I have come across goats on a roof, but would love to see a few eagles on my hikes , Hi, Sam – That’s another reason for you to come out this way. Ok I will add this to my list. An additional $0.525M was made available from Community Work Funds. It is an awesome community! What a lovely and fun hike! Parksville attractions for fun family adventures on Vancouver Island, BC. However, it is highly likely that you will spot an eagle (or two, or three), as well as hawks and a variety of other birds. Leaving international life behind, my husband and I retired to Vancouver Island in June 2015. And you have sunshine. It is hoped that it will eventually link up with the Trinity Skyline Trail. I’ll be sure to include the other one in an upcoming post! ( Log Out / You can park at the bottom of the hill and run up the steep incline in case your car can't make the 40 degree climb to the top. I am off to your site now. (For bottom trails stay straight on Bellevue until the end of the road. Thanks, Jill – I always appreciate your kind and encouraging comments. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Our small town has two different ones. Colin Michael Lucien Jonathan Nelson’s Blog. Hi, Deb – The eagles out here are incredible. I walked the Portuguese Coastal Camino last year and am determined to walk the Camino Frances next year – if travel restrictions lift! 2 Corinthians 4:16. That looks like a gorgeous trail Donna…. Cost is in the $3-4 million range for the Parksville-Coombs stretch alone. Keep on truckin’ ! Thanks, Laurie – Your comments do truly make me smile. City Services during COVID-19 City services continue to operate to support the community. Most people get on their bikes to ride here in the months of July and August. Loving your photo’s and descriptions of the hikes too. Except for the first 200m of trail in Parksville's Springwood Park, the Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail is fully accessible. Then take the left onto Little Mountain Road and drive to the top parking lot. Even better. Hi, Deb – Like you, I am extremely grateful for rail trails. Such a wonderful place to take visitors. The Rail Trail is multi-use and NO ATVs, DIRT BIKES OR OTHER MOTORIZED VEHICLES ARE PERMITTED. The Coombs-Parksville Rail Trail was opened in late 2016. 25 more hikes to go. 104,956 steps taken. Goat towers … love them and saw them in Portugal and South Africa – fun … totally bemusing, actually! Difficulty: Very Easy. The Coombs Wooden Shoe Dutch store has moved to a great location, still on the Alberni Highway, in the former Coombs General Store building. And to be able to access GOTR etc., in Coombs?! Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. I Hear the Sirens in the Street – Adrian McKinty. The ride up Laburnum is one of the most serene but gruelling rides in the area. Coombstock looks like a great place. 13.5kms long. The best & most popular mountain biking trails in Parksville. Qualicum to Parksville Trail is a 17.1 mile out and back trail located near Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. "This blog is like a box of chocolates. Go towards Coombs/Errington, L on Bellevue, 2nd road on the L is Little Mountain Rd. Checked out the tourist trap. I agree that rail trails are absolutely brilliant. Wow, I’m so impressed by the distance you covered and the natural beauty. Their cones are HUGE!! It can’t help but bring a smile to your face. I am very grateful for ours. And yes, the landfill station is an excellent spot to see eagles, hawks and vultures. Amazing lookout just outside of Parksville, British Columbia. What a fun trail. Coombs looks like a funky place. I salute you and Richard! Hi, Helen – I am delighted to meet a fellow hiker, and Camino Trail walker. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Hi, Patrick – Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. It means a lot! Enjoy the beauty. . It is very helpful and greatly appreciated. I’m over on Gabriola Island and was looking to meet a friend from Port Alberni for a walk – this trail sounds ideal. Hi, Natalie – The eagles in that area are quite confident. I hope that all is well for you and Gorgeous! The trail is identified on some web-based interactive map programs (e.g., yahoo and mapquest) as "Old Railroad Grade." , You are doing so well and it a challenge can become addictive can’t it, Donna? Thanks, Terri – I greatly appreciate your kind words and encouragement. It follows the south side of the E&N tracks between Coombs and Parksville. Something for everyone! Totally agreed, Liesbet. Be sure to get out to your local rail trail (and share those photos)! Isn’t it a cool place? Coombs is just down the road (and has a great fruit and vegetable stand) so we get there quite frequently….but usually by car! 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