Selkirk Trestle — Attraction in Victoria

I started my day with a refreshing morning walk from my hotel to Selkirk Trestle, and it was absolutely worth it. The trail leading to the trestle is well-maintained and peaceful, with scenic views of the Gorge Waterway and plenty of spots to pause and take in the natural beauty. Took full advantage of my DSLR & Phone. The trestle itself is a charming wooden bridge that offers a great vantage point for photos and quiet reflection.

It’s a perfect spot for families, joggers, or anyone looking to enjoy a calm start to the day. I saw a few kayakers on the water and locals walking their dogs, which added to the friendly, laid-back vibe. There’s easy access from the Galloping Goose Trail, and parking nearby was convenient.

Highly recommended for a short, scenic walk that blends nature and local charm. A hidden gem...

Updated posting: Added a couple of photos looking at the north shore of the Gorge in the area. A developer has asked for a rezoning to demolish and rebuild with more floors the units along the shore. I think the taller buildings detract from the beauty of the shoreline and I hope it gets turned down.

—- previous post —- Odd watercraft today … looked like a cross between a hovercraft and a crane. And sounded like one as well. Didn’t see anything particularly interesting being pulled up. Maybe a barge crane has too much of a draft for the area. It isn’t very deep....

Part of an old old railway system, this is now near the beginning of the Galloping Goose biking and walking trail that leads from downtown to Uptown when it then splits into to trails following old train track towards the western communities or north towards Sidney. This trestle is the only non vehicle oriented crossing of the gorge waterway. From the trestle you can see the little island of rock between the bridge and the canoe...