5 easy to walk to waterfalls on BC's Sunshine Coast
Less than a 15-minute walk from your car to the waterfall
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Here’s my guide to five easy-to-access waterfalls that showcase the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast. I’ll tell you how to get there and how long it takes to walk to each one.
Cliff Gilker Park: The Twin Waterfalls
Waterfall #1: Cliff Gilker Park Bottom Waterfall
Just off Highway 101 near Roberts Creek, Cliff Gilker Park offers two separate waterfalls. Start with the bottom waterfall, a mere 5-minute walk from the parking area. At the time of our visit, the bridge was down, so I had to take the higher trail and cross on the other side. There’s talk that the damaged bridges will be rebuilt in 2025. Standing near this waterfall, you can feel the power and hear the thunderous noise of the cascading water.
Waterfall #2: Cliff Gilker Park Top Waterfall
Next, drive up to the top parking area where you’ll find washrooms and trails just steps away. A short 3-minute walk brings you to a viewing platform with various angles of this gorgeous waterfall. Though the bridge has been damaged by storms you can still enjoy spectacular views from the top. The combination of the waterfall's beauty and the surrounding forest makes this spot a must-visit.
Waterfall #3: Burnett Falls
Located about a 5-minute drive from Sechelt, turn onto Burnett Road and follow it to the park entrance. There’s limited parking and no bathroom facilities. An easy 8-minute walk along a well-groomed path brings you to Burnett Falls. This tall, majestic waterfall feeds a creek that adds to the beautiful setting. It’s a lovely spot to spend a rainy afternoon.
Waterfall #4: Roberts Creek Waterfall
Park at the end of Day Road and follow the trail marked by signs. The walk to the falls takes about ten minutes, but the first time might be a bit confusing as some signs are posted high up in the trees. If it’s your first time walking to these falls, maybe consider going with someone familiar with the area because there are many intersecting paths and it’s easy to not know the correct trail. The trail has the most elevation of the hikes on this list, but the effort is worth it. There’s a high viewpoint offering a great look at the waterfall. For the adventurous, there’s a goat trail carved into the hillside which leads to a lower viewpoint closer to the waterfall.
Waterfall #5: Homesite Creek Falls
This final gem is accessible from a parking area just off the highway. There are trailheads on both sides of the creek, and each will lead you to the waterfall within about eight minutes. The waterfall’s size varies with the season and the amount of rain we get. But it’s still worth the trip, even in the summertime.
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