A moderate out-and-back hike to a big view, mostly through forest. Expect about 250 m of climbing; most people take 1–1.5 hours.
Moderate · 2–3 km out-and-back · +200–250 m climb · 1–1.5 hours · Dogs: check local rules
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Sunshine Coast · ~90 min from downtown incl. ferry
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Sunshine Coast Regional District before you go.
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| Region | Sunshine Coast |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Soames Hill Park trailhead, near Gibsons |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | None. BC Ferries fare to Langdale. BC Ferries sailing from Horseshoe Bay; drive time shown includes an approximate crossing. Check the BC Ferries schedule. |
| Dogs | Check local rules |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Views, Forest |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Managed by | Sunshine Coast Regional District |
Steep stairs to viewpoints over Howe Sound. Short drive from the Langdale terminal.
Numbers are approximate. Check Sunshine Coast Regional District for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 2–3 km (out-and-back) with roughly 200–250 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1–1.5 hours. Figures are approximate; check Sunshine Coast Regional District before you go.
Rules vary or change here. Check the land manager before bringing a dog.
None. BC Ferries fare to Langdale. BC Ferries sailing from Horseshoe Bay; drive time shown includes an approximate crossing. Check the BC Ferries schedule.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
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Hike Vancouver. "Soames Hill (Gibsons)." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/soames-hill/
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