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Park & Nature in Nanaimo

22 places we have something real to say about that match — where it is, what it costs, what people make of it. The 23 best-rated are below; the map has the rest.

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  • Park & Nature

    Dodd Narrows

    Nanaimo

    5.0on GoogleRated 5 out of 5 on Google

    Narrow tidal channel with strong currents, used by kayakers and for viewing marine life.

    Dodd Narrows, Nanaimo
  • Community82
  • Family-Friendly64
  • Wellness & Spa58
  • Shopping50
  • Entertainment48
  • Brewery & Winery47
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    • Victoria231
    • Tofino130
    • Comox Valley77
    • Nanaimo68
    • Sooke54
    • Parksville51
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    • Qualicum Beach49
    • Campbell River48
    • Port Alberni48
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    • Chemainus33
    Scenery tours Vancouver Island in Nanaimo

    Tours & Activities

    Scenery tours Vancouver Island

    Nanaimo

    5.0on GoogleRated 5 out of 5 on Google

    Wildlife and nature-photography tours rated 5.0.

    Scenery tours Vancouver Island, Nanaimo
  • Neck Point Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Neck Point Park

    Nanaimo

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Coastal park with hiking trails and wildlife viewing.

    Neck Point Park, Nanaimo
  • Pipers Lagoon Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Pipers Lagoon Park

    Nanaimo

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Coastal trails and birdwatching in Nanaimo with sunset views over the water.

    Pipers Lagoon Park, Nanaimo
  • Sugarloaf Mountain Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Sugarloaf Mountain Park

    Nanaimo

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Nanaimo park with hiking trails.

    Sugarloaf Mountain Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Ammonite Falls

    Nanaimo

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Waterfall reached by hiking trail.

    Ammonite Falls, Nanaimo
  • Oliver Woods Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Oliver Woods Park

    Nanaimo

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Park with nature trails and a community centre.

    Oliver Woods Park, Nanaimo
  • Top Bridge Community Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Top Bridge Community Park

    Nanaimo

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Community park with a suspension bridge, hiking trails, and picnic areas.

    Top Bridge Community Park, Nanaimo
  • Westwood Lake Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Westwood Lake Park

    Nanaimo

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Lake park in Nanaimo with walking trails and kayak access.

    Westwood Lake Park, Nanaimo
  • Benson Creek Falls Regional Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Benson Creek Falls Regional Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Trails to Benson Creek Falls.

    Benson Creek Falls Regional Park, Nanaimo
  • Bowen Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Bowen Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    City park with trail network and maintained gardens.

    Bowen Park, Nanaimo
  • Buttertubs Marsh Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Buttertubs Marsh Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Marsh park with trails for birdwatching.

    Buttertubs Marsh Park, Nanaimo
  • Colliery Dam Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Colliery Dam Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Trail network for hiking and mountain biking.

    Colliery Dam Park, Nanaimo
  • Harewood Centennial Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Harewood Centennial Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Sports fields, nature trails and playground in Nanaimo.

    Harewood Centennial Park, Nanaimo
  • Maffeo Sutton Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Maffeo Sutton Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Art sculptures and kayak launch on Nanaimo waterfront.

    Maffeo Sutton Park, Nanaimo
  • Nanaimo River Regional Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Nanaimo River Regional Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Trails, swimming, and fishing along the Nanaimo River.

    Nanaimo River Regional Park, Nanaimo
  • Jack Point and Biggs Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Jack Point and Biggs Park

    Nanaimo

    4.5on GoogleRated 4.5 out of 5 on Google

    Trails for hiking and birdwatching, with picnic spots, in Nanaimo.

    Jack Point and Biggs Park, Nanaimo
  • Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park

    Nanaimo

    4.5on GoogleRated 4.5 out of 5 on Google

    Historic provincial park at the site of a former coal mine with nature trails.

    Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park, Nanaimo
  • The Abyss Trailhead in Nanaimo

    Hiking

    The Abyss Trailhead

    Nanaimo

    4.5on GoogleRated 4.5 out of 5 on Google

    Trailhead in Nanaimo with geological features.

    The Abyss Trailhead, Nanaimo
  • Beban Park in Nanaimo

    Sports & Recreation

    Beban Park

    Nanaimo

    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Swimming pool and sports facilities at a recreation complex.

    Beban Park, Nanaimo
  • Loudon Park and Trail in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Loudon Park and Trail

    Nanaimo

    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Victoria Ave park in Nanaimo with trails and kayaking access, rated 4.4.

    Loudon Park and Trail, Nanaimo
  • Downtown Nanaimo in Nanaimo

    Attraction

    Downtown Nanaimo

    Nanaimo

    4.2on GoogleRated 4.2 out of 5 on Google

    Shopping and dining on the Nanaimo waterfront.

    Downtown Nanaimo, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    East Wellington Park

    Nanaimo

    Nanaimo neighbourhood park with sports fields, a playground and community event space.

    East Wellington Park, Nanaimo
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    • Victoria231
    • Tofino130
    • Comox Valley77
    • Nanaimo68
    • Sooke54
    • Parksville51
    • Duncan50
    • Port Hardy50
    • Qualicum Beach49
    • Campbell River48
    • Port Alberni48
    • Salt Spring Island44
    • Sidney34
    • Chemainus33
    • Port McNeill24
    • Alert Bay9