Heritage Forest, Qualicum Beach: Address, Heritage Forest Reviews: 4.5/5
Heritage Forest
Heritage Forest
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The Sapphire Room
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Bistro 694
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Thalassa Restaurant
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Qualicum Beach Cafe
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Q Burger
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Baileys In The Village
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Qualicum Beach Visitor Information Centre
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Qualicum Beach Farmer's Market
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Hamilton Marsh
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0.4 miBodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Qualicum Beach Museum
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Grandon Creek Watershed
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Milner Gardens & Woodland
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wmarnold1
Qualicum Beach, Canada11 contributions
Solo
Whatever is heavy on your heart/mind will be lifted by your walk in this forest of giants.
The sound of silence will calm your soul.
The sound of silence will calm your soul.
Written August 6, 2018
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Golferboy18
Florida842 contributions
Couples
What a beautiful 50-acre old growth forest in Qualicum Beach! And, a great story that local residents saved it from development. We saw only one other person during our peaceful walk in the forest. Quite a contrast from Cathedral Grove where hikers are dropped off by the bus load. We thoroughly enjoyed our walk and will definitely return.
Written October 7, 2014
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Via_girl
Qualicum Beach, Canada2,994 contributions
Friends
This is a serene, natural, somewhat old growth forest right in the town of Qualicum Beach. The vegetation is varied with aged trunks lining the forest floor. With the dense canopy, it makes for a lovely walk even on a rainy day.
It is easily accessible from many hotels so you don’t really need to drive there. There are two sides to the forest, separated by a deep ravine. Each part has a few entrances with the main one on Crescent Road East.
Once in the forest, there are signs showing the different walking trails and if you’re short on time, take the loop trail which is a really nice 20 minute walk starting at the Crescent Road East entrance. Other trails go off this loop but those can be explored at another time. There is a large grassy area in the middle with a picnic table and a porta-potty. It is a popular place for dog walking.
Parking is on the shoulder of each street, somewhat limited in places but the Crescent entrance has enough space for an RV.
This peaceful forest is a treasure and enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. The forest is so pristine it lets you experience nature as it used to be.
It is easily accessible from many hotels so you don’t really need to drive there. There are two sides to the forest, separated by a deep ravine. Each part has a few entrances with the main one on Crescent Road East.
Once in the forest, there are signs showing the different walking trails and if you’re short on time, take the loop trail which is a really nice 20 minute walk starting at the Crescent Road East entrance. Other trails go off this loop but those can be explored at another time. There is a large grassy area in the middle with a picnic table and a porta-potty. It is a popular place for dog walking.
Parking is on the shoulder of each street, somewhat limited in places but the Crescent entrance has enough space for an RV.
This peaceful forest is a treasure and enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. The forest is so pristine it lets you experience nature as it used to be.
Written July 22, 2013
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DeniseB_CO
Fort Collins, CO71 contributions
Couples
This park of 70 hectares is a shady oasis in the middle of town! You feel like you are far from civilization as you wander well maintained trails under towering trees. All you hear is the bounty of birds. It was quite a bit cooler when we walked it during a heat wave. We began our walk in early evening and were completely alone until we were leaving. Then we saw several dogs with their humans out to enjoy a walk through the woods. I think this place is nicer than cathedral grove because it was not at all crowded and so easy to get to from town. It makes me want to move here so I could walk it everyday!
Written July 17, 2018
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Kathryn B
Incline Village, NV29 contributions
Couples
I have been walking the forest everyday for a week and saw not too much wildlife. One day a deer jumped across the trail in front of me then stopped and started grazing. Beautiful animals. Very peaceful place and not crowded.
Written July 1, 2018
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susan658
Toronto62 contributions
Couples
I had read about this forest while researching for our vacation to Qualicum Beach. It was a nice short hike. What I loved was to read about the forest and find out how the local people helped to save this forest! Well worth a drive to go through the forest.
Written June 7, 2018
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Arcosdad
Comox Valley, Canada3,806 contributions
Couples
Its a small area but oh so beautiful and peaceful. Huge Doug Firs,(one is 7 feet in diameter and 180 feet tall!) cedars and a few hemlock and spruce. You can almost taste the forest on a wet day....lovely spot. Lots of junction maps so you can't get lost. Suitable for strollers and you could try a wheelchair but there are a few roots to watch for.
Don't miss the similar-sized community forest park near the pool in town...another lovely patch of second growth forest.
Don't miss the similar-sized community forest park near the pool in town...another lovely patch of second growth forest.
Written December 5, 2014
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Marie C
Edmonton, Canada8 contributions
Couples
This was a nice little hike in the middle of the town of Qualicum Beach. Very accessible, quiet and no strenuous parts to it. If you are an avid hiker, this may be not as exciting for you but still a nice and quiet getaway from a bustling little town. Definitely handy for the locals.
Written August 14, 2014
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cathyandcolleen
Toronto, Canada77 contributions
Friends
What a treat - the lush forest was gorgeous - a treat to see! Moss everywhere, east paths and
gi-normish trees. I liked that they left downed trees where they lay so as to encourage and feed other growth and wildlife.
A must-see.
gi-normish trees. I liked that they left downed trees where they lay so as to encourage and feed other growth and wildlife.
A must-see.
Written June 20, 2014
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Edward C
Nanoose Bay, Canada145 contributions
Friends
50 acres of old growth forest right in town. This was saved from potential development by a group of volunteers who raised the money to keep it in the public domain. It's strength is access, people with mobility issues can enjoy this piece of what BC used to be without driving to a wilderness location.
Written November 25, 2013
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Lenore D
Calgary, Canada3 contributions
Safe to hike alone in Heritage Forest?
John M
Qualicum Beach, Canada30 contributions
Walking almost anywhere in Qualicum Beach is very safe - and even a woman alone should feel comfortable. In the social 'buzz' I have never picked up a hint that there have been any untoward occurrences. The trees are large and generally you can see well ahead and behind if there are other people on the trail. Of course if you are alone it is not wise to go on the trail too early in the morning or too late in the evening - just in case. I have never seen anyone on the trail who looked or behaved suspiciously.
Paola B
Perugia, Umbria, Italy4 contributions
nell' isola si scia in inverno?
gbuzzard2018
Nanaimo, Canada2 contributions
There is a good small ski hill at Mount Washington, near the town of Courtenay. Check them online. They usually have a deep snowpack. But most of the island is coastal forest- that means winter rain, not snow.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage Forest
- Hotels near Heritage Forest:
- (0.18 mi) Crown Mansion Boutique Hotel & Villas
- (0.26 mi) Qualicum Beach Inn
- (0.51 mi) Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
- (0.20 mi) Elizabeth Manor Bed and Breakfast
- (0.33 mi) La Rosetta Bed & Breakfast
- Restaurants near Heritage Forest:
- (0.18 mi) The Sapphire Room
- (0.47 mi) Bistro 694
- (0.22 mi) Thalassa Restaurant
- (0.24 mi) Qualicum Beach Cafe
- (0.44 mi) Q Burger