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Parks by Activity
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59 Results for "Scenic Viewing":
- Anchor Way Park
- This park is a gateway to harbourfront walkway, sea plane terminal, shops and parkade . The plaque...
- Barsby Park
- Barsby Park is an extension of the Millstone Trailway. The park is a short walk up from the popular...
- Bastion Square Park
- Located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo this park is home to Nanaimo's iconic Hudson Bay Bastion. The...
- Beach Estates Park
- This is a hidden gem of a park tucked away in the Brechin Hill neighbourhood. The park trail consists...
- Blueback Beach Access
- Found at the end of Blueback Road in north Nanaimo this park access corridor leads to a quiet beach by...
- Bonnie Drive Park
- Undeveloped park land lot. No amenities on site.
- Bowen Park
- Bowen Park is located in the heart of the city, with most of the 36 hectare park remaining undeveloped....
- Brechin Boat Ramp
- This public access boat ramp was redeveloped in 2008 in partnership with BC Ferries. Recent upgrades...
- Brookwood Park
- Brookwood Park is located in the Sunshine Ridge subdivison in north Nanaimo. The park includes a playground...
- Buttertubs Marsh Park
- Buttertubs Marsh is a bird and wildlife sanctuary. There is a 2 km loop trail around the marsh and a...
- Cable Bay Trail
- Cable Bay Trail winds its way down to the oceanfront overlooking Gabriola Island and back towards the...
- Catherine Gisborne Garden
- Named to celebrate the life of Eleanor Catherine Gibsborne. She was a garden designer, energetic downtown...
- Cathers Lake Beach Access 4
- This area is a gravel walkway with access to Cathers Lake.
- Charlaine Boat Ramp
- This is a paved boat access to the ocean found along Hammond Bay Road.
- Chinese Memorial Gardens Park
- This Memorial Garden, acquired in 1966, is dedicated to the early Chinese pioneers. It was created as...
- Colliery Dam Park
- This park is one of Nanaimo's larger destination parks popular especially in the summer as a fresh water...
- Dallas Square Park
- Park encompasses land on either side of Front Street and has good views of Nanaimo Harbour. Close to...
- Diver Lake Park
- This lake side park offers walking trails, wildlife viewing, a playground, fitness circuit and BMX track....
- Fillinger Waterfront Park 1
- Beach access. Wooden stairs installed in 2006.
- Fillinger Waterfront Park 2
- Short trail leads from Fillinger Crescent to the water. Acquired in 1981.
- Gallows Point Light Park
- Located on Protection Island, Gallows Point Light Park is a great spot to take in the picturesque vista...
- Georgia Park
- Land was purchased from the Gyro Club and Native Sons of Nanaimo in the 1940s. The park was dedicated...
- Hawthorne Park
- This 3.7 acre neighhourhood park features a playground, a number of looping trails, and a detention pond....
- Icarus Drive Park
- Developed with Sechelt Park under the VIP Program in 1997, it consists of a playground, benches and picnic...
- Invermere Beach Access
- Acquired in 1951, this park consists of sets of stairs leading to a sandy beach. The stairs are dog on-leash,...
- Jack Point and Biggs Park
- The park's trail provides access to pristine beaches with excellent views of the Nanaimo River estuary,...
- Jesters Way Park
- Small neighbourhood park with playground and forested setting.
- Joan Point Park
- You can access Joan Point by following the Cable Bay Park trail to its end and follow the shoreline south....
- Kinsmen Park
- Kinsmen Park is located towards the south end of Departure Bay (Kin Beach). It is a great spot for an...
- Lakeview Park
- Lakeview Park is a steep wooded area providing access to Long Lake. This park was acquired through subdivision...
- Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park
- Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park is wilderness park located between Departure and Hammond Bay. The network...
- Lost Lake Trail
- This park includes a 1 km trail that loops Lost Lake. The trail consists of gravel areas, as well as...
- Lotus Pinnatus Park
- Lotus Pinnatus Park encompasses over 15 hectares across four parcels of land located along the southern...
- Loudon Park and Trail
- Loudon Park and Walkway is a popular spot year round for swimming, various paddling sports, walking,...
- Maffeo Sutton Park
- Maffeo Sutton Park is Nanaimo's signature park overlooking our world famous harbour. The park is a central...
- McGirr Community Park
- Acquired in 1981, playground equipment was installed in the 199s and consists of swings, slides, and...
- McGregor Park
- McGregor Park is a part of the larger Nanaimo Harbour Front Walkway located directly across from the...
- Morningside Beach Access
- Great beach south facing beach, perfect for beachcombing with little ones. The sheltered bay makes for...
- Neck Point Park
- Neck Point is a destination waterfront park for Nanaimo and the region. The park is recognized as an...
- Northfield Rotary Lookout Park
- Northfield Park is located at the intersection of the Parkway Highway and Northfield Road. It is the...
- Nottingham Drive Park
- this park consists of stairs and a trail that act as a shortcut from Nottingham Drive to Prince John...
- Oceanview Park
- This is a 3.2 hectare park in the Hammond Bay neighbourhood. A portion of the park features a playground...
- Oliver Woods Park
- This park is the site of the Oliver Woods Community Centre, trails, a children's playground with areas...
- Pearson Park
- This small garden with seasonal plantings and some of Nanaimo's famous palm trees serves as a gateway...
- Piper Park
- Piper park is the 1.1 acre green knoll above front street and adjacent to Vancouver Island Conference...
- Pipers Lagoon Park
- Another of Nanaimo's famous waterfront parks. Pipers Lagoon Park features scenic trails with ocean viewpoints...
- Pirates Park
- Park offers excellent ocean views and a wide variety of bird species on site. The park offers access...
- Richards Marsh Park
- This south Nanaimo park located in the Cinnabar Valley neighbourhood is a popular nature trail and bird...
- Rocky Point 1 Park
- Acquired through subdivision in 1984, this is a beach access park.
- Rocky Point 2 Park
- Acquired through subdivision in 1984, this is a beach access park.
- Saysutshun Marine Provincial Park
- Saysutshun (Newcastle Island) Marine Provincial Park is a popular destination and is accessible by private...
- Seabold Rotary Park
- Located at end of Seabold Road, playground equipment was installed through the VIP Program in 1997. It...
- Sechelt Drive Park
- Acquired through subdivision in 1982, it is adjacent to Icarus Drive Park.
- Shenton Park
- Trail adjacent to Diver Lake, leading from Shenton Road to Ardoon Place with a paved parking lot at Shenton...
- Sugarloaf Mountain Park
- Sugarloaf Mountain Park is a natural viewpoint overlooking picturesque Departure Bay. A perfect spot...
- Wardropper Park
- Located in the Departure Bay area, Wardropper park features a grassy area and a fully fenced dog off-leash...
- Westhaven Park
- Neighbourhood playground and open grass area for neighbourhood use. Playground was updated as a capital...
- Westwood Lake Park
- Westwood Lake Park is one of Nanaimo's best loved parks. Nestled in the foothills of Mt. Benson it is...
- Wheatcroft Park
- GATE HOURS: Open at 6am year round April 1 – Oct 31st gate closed at 11pm Nov 1 – March 31st gate closed...