Benson Creek Falls Regional Park and Ammonite Falls Regional Trail

This rugged 32-hectare park of creeks and waterfalls, steep ravines and mossy woods sits at the north end of the Crown woodlot operated by Vancouver Island University. The RDN has leased Benson Creek Falls Regional Park from the Province since 1991 and has recently completed significant park upgrades to help users better enjoy one of Nanaimo's most prized natural sites, Ammonite Falls.

Ammonite Falls Regional Trail Length

Weigles Road parking lot trailhead to Ammonite Falls: 

• One way: 1.6 km, 45 minutes, 60 m elevation gain
• Round trip: 3.2 km, 1.5 hours

Creekside Place parking lot trailhead to Ammonite Falls:

• One way: 2.4 km, 1 hour, 100 m elevation gain
• Round trip: 4.8 km, 2 hours

Trail Difficulty

This recreational trail is rated ‘Difficult’ and visitors should use it at their own risk. Trails with this rating have sections of continuous slopes, some short, steep sections and stairs. The footing may be uneven and obstacles appear frequently.

Dogs

For the enjoyment and safety of all trail users, please ensure your dog is under your control at all times, meaning: 

• the dog remains in your line of sight 
• can be brought to heel by calling
• does not annoy or injure other park users. 

If you cannot keep your dog under control it must be restrained by a leash.

Be prepared. Stay Safe

• Call 911 for emergencies
• Report all signs of a wildfire. Call *5555
• Report poachers. Call 1-877-952-7277 (RAPP)