salt spring island hiking trails & lookouts

This is the #1 source for a comprehensive interactive map of all of the hiking trails and lookout points on Salt Spring Island. 

Salt Spring Island has an abundance of trails and lookout points from which to take in the majesty of this beautiful, rainforested locale. From trails through rainforest preserves, to fairy door spotting on Mount Erskine – with the reward of views across Sansum Narrows to Vancouver Island – to trails leading to secluded beaches, there is something for everyone.

Why not stop at a farm stand to get some nourishment or browse artisan crafts and gifts en route to, or from, your hike?

We have put together a list of all the hiking trails and lookout points on the island and made them available on a custom Google Map:

• Alvin Indridson Nature Reserve – Trail map note: the roadside trail signs are set back about 20m from the road. The first trailhead is on the right side of Musgrave Rd. about 50-75m past the junction of Musgrave Rd. and Mt Tuam Rd. (Mt Tuam Road is not marked
• Burgoyne Bay Provincial Park (Xwaaqw'um)
• Duck Creek Trail
• Channel Ridge Trails - Broadwell Road Access. This trail system covers a wide range of terrain and habitats. Beautiful views can be seen from the lookout points over St. Mary Lake and Stuart Channel. non-motorized cyclists and equestrians. Trails crossing Watershed Preservation Society lands are only open to hikers. These trails are marked by solid lines on this map and are clearly marked with signs on the trails as indicated on the map. Numbered junction signs on the trails correspond to the numbered circles on the map.
• Channel Ridge Trails - Merganser Place Access. This trail system covers a wide range of terrain and habitats. Beautiful views can be seen from the lookout points over St. Mary Lake and Stuart Channel. non-motorized cyclists and equestrians. Trails crossing Watershed Preservation Society lands are only open to hikers. These trails are marked by solid lines on this map and are clearly marked with signs on the trails as indicated on the map. Numbered junction signs on the trails correspond to the numbered circles on the map.
• Channel Ridge Trails - Pringle Farm Road Access. This trail system covers a wide range of terrain and habitats. Beautiful views can be seen from the lookout points over St. Mary Lake and Stuart Channel. non-motorized cyclists and equestrians. Trails crossing Watershed Preservation Society lands are only open to hikers. These trails are marked by solid lines on this map and are clearly marked with signs on the trails as indicated on the map. Numbered junction signs on the trails correspond to the numbered circles on the map.
• Channel Ridge Trails - Sir Echos Way Access. This trail system covers a wide range of terrain and habitats. Beautiful views can be seen from the lookout points over St. Mary Lake and Stuart Channel. non-motorized cyclists and equestrians. Trails crossing Watershed Preservation Society lands are only open to hikers. These trails are marked by solid lines on this map and are clearly marked with signs on the trails as indicated on the map. Numbered junction signs on the trails correspond to the numbered circles on the map.
• Channel Ridge Trails - Sunset Drive Access. This trail system covers a wide range of terrain and habitats. Beautiful views can be seen from the lookout points over St. Mary Lake and Stuart Channel. non-motorized cyclists and equestrians. Trails crossing Watershed Preservation Society lands are only open to hikers. These trails are marked by solid lines on this map and are clearly marked with signs on the trails as indicated on the map. Numbered junction signs on the trails correspond to the numbered circles on the map.
• Chris Hatfield Trailhead
• Jack Foster Trail - Trail to Beach
• Jarrod's Grove Nature Reserve
• Mt Erskine Hiking Trail
• Mt. Maxwell Lookout
• Mount Tuam Ecological Reserve - Ecological reserve details: Coastal Western Hemlock, Strait of Georgia
• Peter Arnell Park – Great network of trails through lush rainforest - can also access Bryant Trail from here. 
• Reginald Hill Hike
• Reginald Hill Trail
• Ruckle Park Hiking Trails – Hiking and Picnicking
• Sun Eagle Trail
• Welbury Bay Park – Mixed forest and a small low bank beach. Perfect spot to check out when you are waiting at the Long Harbour Ferry terminal.