Things to Consider
There are several things to consider when you are planning your hike on the Sunshine Coast Trail. First, how long are you planning to...read more
Maps
Please note that detailed maps for each individual trail along the Sunshine Coast Trail can be found in Eagle Walz’s Sunshine Coast Trail Guidebook....read more
Books
Prices in Cdn $. The Sunshine Coast Trail Guidebook by Eagle Walz is a step-by-step description of all the trails that make up the SCT.read more
Weather
Weather can be changeable and is driest during the months of May – September. Be sure to keep hydrated, especially on hot days. Check the...read more
Hut-to-Hut Hiking
The Sunshine Coast Trail is Canada’s longest hut-to-hut hiking trail. The huts are a key feature of the trail. Anyone is welcome to use...read more
SCT Passport
The SCT Passport enables hikers to collect unique stamps for each of the huts on the Sunshine Coast Trail that they visit.read more
Great Day Hikes
For full directions and descriptions of these trails, see The Sunshine Coast Trail guidebook, by Eagle Walz, available online or at Tourism Powell River...read more
Multi-Day Routes
For full directions and descriptions of these trail sections, see The Sunshine Coast Trail guidebook, by Eagle Walz, available online or at Tourism Powell...read more
What to Bring
Depending on the length of your hike you will need to bring different things. Below is a guideline of what to bring for short, or...read more
Transport to Trailheads
Getting on and off the Sunshine Coast Trail can be a challenge… especially for out of town visitors. Most of the trail is located...read more
Online Forums
Welcome to the Sunshine Coast Trail Forums section! Please use these spaces to share your experiences and insights while using the SCT or to...read more
Activities
There are plenty of activities (besides hiking!) that you can enjoy while you are on the Sunshine Coast Trail. Here are just a few...read more
Wildlife Encounters
The qathet Regional District is both a coastal and mountainous community. It is not only a highly sought after place to live for humans,...read more
Plants, Berries & Flowers
There is an abundance of natural life that you will experience as you hike the Sunshine Coast Trail. Some of the interesting flowers and...read more