π³ Kinsol Trestle | Vancouver Island's Hidden Gem π
Just a 2-hour drive from Vancouver lies this engineering marvel β prepare to have your breath stolen! π€―ππ¨ π 2869 Glen Eagles Rd, Shawnigan Lake, BC (Easy parking + well-marked trail! π ΏοΈβ ) πΏ The Adventure: β’ 30-minute scenic walk through towering trees and wild chamomile fields πΌπ² (Smells like nature's perfume!) β’ Suddenly β BAM! β the massive Kinsol Trestle appears (one of the world's tallest wooden rail bridges!) πβ¨ β’ Walk across the 44m-high bridge for heart-pounding valley views πποΈ (Not for the faint of heights!) β’ Optional: Hike down to explore the crystal-clear Koksilah River below π¦π β³ Bonus Stop: Made it to Victoria City Hall + charming downtown streets with time to spare! ποΈποΈ (Pro tip: Grab coffee at Habit before heading back! ββ€οΈ) πΈ Photo Ops Galore: β’ Golden hour on the trestle = magic π π· β’ Wildflower close-ups (#NoFilter needed!) πΈπ± β’ River reflections that'll break your Instagram π₯π #VancouverIsland #KinsolTrestle #BCRoadTrips #HiddenBC #ExploreVancouverIsland #BridgeLovers #NatureWalks #DayTripGoals #ChasingWaterfalls #CanadianAdventures
