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WALDIE ISLAND TRAIL

The Waldie Island Trail was developed in 1996 to reclaim the historical heritage of this important stretch of the Columbia River and to introduce to the hiker the intricacies of the surrounding riparian ecosystem. This trail goes through a protected Blue Heron bird sanctuary known as the Waldie Island Heron Reserve. No bikes are allowed on this trail and dog-owners are requested to prevent dogs from disturbing birds by keeping them on leash or close by. This is particularly important for Blue Heron population recovery in this area.

Difficulty: Easy A1
Elevation gained: 0m
Distance: 1.5km

Drive: West Access: Drive north across the bridge connecting Castlegar and Robson. Turn right onto Old Mill Road, a gravel road 500m after the bridge. Pass under the railroad bridge to the parking lot
East Access: Drive north across the bridge connecting Castlegar and Robson. Take your 2nd right onto Makayev Road into the community of Brilliant. Quick right on Brilliant Road and park at the dead end.
Access from Pass Creek Regional Park: Take a short trail from the southeast end of the soccer field up to Broadwater Road. Cross Broadwater Rd and proceed down Waldie Lane. Follow signs to Waldie Island Trail; cross under the bridge and the trail is marked.

Trail: The trail follows the north shore of the river from the C.P.R. Bridge to Brilliant, a distance of 1.5 km. It is designed as a self-guided trail, richly rewarding for the contemplative hiker. The Waldie Island Trail runs through a wildlife reserve and because of ecological sensitivity, is meant for pedestrian traffic only. Signs explain aspects of local history and wetland ecology. The island itself is owned by the Nature Trust of BC and is protected as a heron reserve; no access is allowed to the island.
With the operation of the Keenlyside and Brilliant Dams, water levels can change rapidly (over an hour or two). Please exercise appropriate caution.

Dogs on leash only. Bikes are not allowed on this trail
Facilities: Bird viewing platform

 

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I would like to think of myself as a full time traveler. I have been retired since 2006 and in that time have traveled every winter for four to seven months. The months that I am "home", are often also spent on the road, hiking or kayaking. I hope to present a website that describes my travel along with my hiking and sea kayaking experiences.

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