Dodd Narrows — Attraction in Nanaimo

This has been one of our favorite hikes around Nanaimo so far. It's a 6.4 km hike to the narrows and back to the parking. There is a 110 metre elevation drop. You hike downhill to the narrows, uphill back to the parking. It's a good hike for us since we are a bit older and I'm not in good hiking form. I would classify it as easy to intermediate. Once you get there you can boat watch as many boats pass here due to the shallow waters on the other side of Mudge Island. Also there are sea lions in the water who are fun to watch as well. Check the rocks...

An amazing channel between Vancouver Island and Mudge Island that has a dangerous current due to the narrow passage between the two islands. Wildlife such as whales, sea lions, and seals can be seen in the waters here using the shortcut through Dodd's Narrows to avoid going around Mudge Island to...

Located on the northern tip of Mudge Island, this public park is a great spot relax. On some days you may catch a glimpse of our large marine animal friends, or tug pulling a giant boom of logs. Daily ships small and large transit the rapid waters of...