Top Bridge Regional Trail

Explore the Oceanside area by taking the 3.5 km long Top Bridge Regional Trail between Rathtrevor Beach, the Top Bridge Crossing suspension bridge and Englishman River Regional Park. This recreational trail connects communities, parks and some of the region’s most beautiful natural areas.

Trail Sections

• Rathtrevor Park Road to Industrial Way: This 1.2 km section begins along a forested trail with natural soil surfacing in Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park, and continues along paved roadside sidewalks through the Resort Drive area of Parksville.
• Industrial Way to Highway Underpass: This 1.3 km section connects the Industrial Way trailhead to the Highway 19 underpass. The trail is 2-metres wide with gravel surfacing and a has a few steep hills. Part of this section is on private property so please stay on the designated trail.
• Highway Underpass to Top Bridge Crossing: This trail travels through the City of Parksville’s Top Bridge Park, connecting the Highway 19 underpass to the Top Bridge Crossing suspension bridge and splits into a separate pedestrian-only section and a cycling bypass route. 
  • Pedestrian-only section: This 0.8 km section is narrow, hilly and includes stairs and natural soil surfacing with exposed roots and boulders. This section includes scenic rocky cliffs and views of the river and is not suitable for bicycles.
  • Cycling bypass route: This 1.2 km section features wide gravel roads with a few steep hills. Cyclists must be cautious of service vehicles driving along the road.
• Top Bridge Crossing to Allsbrook Road: This 100 metre section of wide gravel trail connects the Top Bridge suspension bridge to the Allsbrook Road parking lot and Englishman River Regional Park trail network.

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)