Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Kings Peak Trail
This segment may be dangerous
Parts of this Highlight comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
This Highlight goes through a protected area
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Tips
Sue
October 22, 2025
The Kings Peak Trail climbs over 1,700 meters in just 7.5 km, making it one of the steepest and most direct summit routes on Vancouver Island. It starts in old-growth forest and quickly transitions to subalpine meadows and rocky ridgelines. The final push follows Queen’s Ridge to the summit, with fantastic expansive views over Strathcona Park and the central island ranges.
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Distance 173 m
Uphill 60 m
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