Ripple Rock Hike Lookout

Name: Ripple Rock Hike Lookout
Address: Campbell River, BC V9H 1N7, Canada, H, Canada

4.7/5 ★ based on 8 reviews

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Address :	Campbell River, BC V9H 1N7, Canada
Categories :	Tourist attraction , Observatory ,
City :	H

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S	Sara Martin on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This took us 4 total out and back. Some rest stops. We are all capable and healthy people, it was way more challenging than we anticipated based on some of the reviews that talked about toddler’s and roundtrips taking three hours or less. We beg to differ. That said, it was a nice hike, it was just more than anticipated.
M	Mack on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ About 8.5-9km round trip. Easy to moderate hike for all ages with some elevation gain to get the heart rate going. Easy to find with ample parking. The juice is worth the squeeze...what a view!
a	adam guthridge on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This hike was magic!!! It starts of a little boring and unsightly with some power lines running down the side of the trail but it only gets better from there. As you cross the first bridge which is over a beautiful little stream and ventures into the rainforest which is like something from avatar. The trail is definitely moderate and has some nice lookout points along the way. Once you reach the peak the view of the ripple rock site is awesome. The currents and tides in the water are soo powerful and it's amazing watching the boats go through the channel. I'd suggest going to the campbell river museum to watch the ripple rock documentary prior to the hike as it just makes it that much better when you reach the peak and know what your looking at and the history of the site.
D	Danny Whaley on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Excellent views! The payoff of this hike is very much worth it. Took us less than 2 hours each way at a fairly relaxed pace. There are a couple places on the trail where you have to sort of climb (the is a rope to assist at one spot). Other than that, not very difficult. Though I think it's fair to say, the distance and incline could be quite exhausting for some individuals. Be sure to bring water and a snack.
R	Rachelle Finnie on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 9 kms return. I am from the Prairies so I would rate challenging. Well marked trail. There are lots of amazing views along the way and the top view makes it worth the trek. We did with a 5, 6 and 8 year old so took 5 hours. Overall beautiful trail. We watched a u tube video on the history of ripple rock before the hike which was cool to know the history when at the top.
P	Paul Enns on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This trail is rated moderate easy by BC Parks. There and back its 8 km hike with an elevation of 1184 feet. It has some nice new Aluminum bridges and stairs to help navigate inclines. The trail keeps descending because of the beach accesses, so the trail elevation keeps going up and down. It's not recommended for parents with infants or toddlers no matter how desperate you are. Be prepared to carry your young children. The scenery however is great. The final ripple rock is a little inspiring but a great view for seeing Cruise ships.
C	Corrine Thompson on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Great hike, a bit gnarly in areas but well worth the view! We are mid 60s and reasonable fit, we found it a moderate hike, and we’re easily passed by a class of 7th graders! Not for small children. Go early when it’s cool and less people. By noon it was busy.
L	Lacey Nutt on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Ripple Rock trail has so many beautiful views! 2.5 hrs there and back. 4hrs in snow! Love this hike