Buttertubs Marsh Park — Attraction in Nanaimo

WARNING! NOT PET FRIENDLY! Drove across town to find this out. There are Karens community policing the area. I got verbally attacked by an angry troll. Ended up walking on a busy street. With the Karens & their lack of common sense, it was an unpleasant experience. Providing better signage explaining why a paved urban walk doesnt allow leashed pets would be helpful. If reasoning is to protect wildlife & nature, not letting leashed pets in one area will not stop the destruction mankind has sown on mother nature. The Karens are too short sighted to realize this and think they are saving the world by stopping ppl who are enjoying their lives while harming no person...

This is a beautiful spot right in the centre of Nanaimo. The marshland ecosystem is really one of a kind. There is always so much unique flora and fauna to see. It's right off the parkway (turn off at the first Jingle Pot Rd. exit if you are headed north) and makes a perfect stop if you're headed up island. The short 2km gravel trail is very flat, and can be enjoyed by young children and those with mobility challenges. Be sure to visit the viewing platforms for a superb view...

Beautiful park. Easy loop that have tons of entry and exit points. I started my walk at the ice skating rink, followed the trail and it led me to Buttertubs.

Good place to do bird watching. Lots of birds especially when it's sunny. It is a good idea to bring camera with good lenses or binoculars.

Ideal for stroller too.

I haven't done duck feeding, but I'm thinking of trying or I'll check out first if it is possible.

I saw deer and heron along the trails.

I love how quiet...