star star star star star. We did take the other trails and it was rainy and slipped so our way down was slower; however, we were in for a lot longer than this suggests, which is odd since I find all trails pretty accurate for other trails we've done. The trail then makes a quick descent. Beautiful views. At moderate pace, with lunch stop at top, took 2.5 hours. such a gorgeous view! Led a group of 19 wonderful hiking friends to explore the enchanting Salt Spring Island in a day. We found 4 fairy doors along the route. We took trail 2 up to 1 and 1 up to the summit then 3 and 4 down on a very thick foggy day. BE ADVISED: The trail ascends very steeply and there can be loose rocks. There are three main trail heads: Colins Road (The Assault Route!) We hiked Mount Erskine; walked Ruckle Provincial Park; and enjoyed the delicious ice cream. The Penang Island City Council plans to spend RM55m on an underpass connecting Mount Erskine Road to Burmah Road (crossing below Gottlieb Road). Nice views for a relatively easy hike. Would just say if you're not super fit and almost running up the mountain, add in some buffer time.. otherwise, very gorgeous and haunting (given the thick fog). You need to ensure that you coordinate very well with the ferry schedule to make the most of your time as a day trip. Save Mount Erskine - STOP the Underpass Tunnel Project & NO to the Assessment Hike! My son touched some stinging nettle, so maybe warn your Little’s to not touch the plants :). View property. The trail then makes a quick descent. We did trail 1 —> 3 —> 2. Fun hike. We took #3 up (nice and easy), and number 1 down (pretty steep and quite slippery after the rain). I don’t think you need hiking sticks, but saw one person with them. If you do decided to go looking for them please take extra care as the paths are steep, slippery and next to a cliff! Fairy doors can also be spotted throughout the Park. Trails are well marked and in good condition. It’s uphill but very doable, I had no problem at all and saw a few families doing it. Mount Erskine Loop is a 2.4 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Capital F, British Columbia, Canada that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. go on a sunny clear day! Started at trailhead @ Collins rd, from nature reserve, took trail #1 up and trail #2 down back to #1. Oh.. and AllTrails suggested to go along trail 5 for a brief bit... that was pointless. Mt Erskine Provincial Park, Salt Spring Island: See 35 reviews, articles, and 13 photos of Mt Erskine Provincial Park, ranked No.10 on Tripadvisor among 42 attractions in Salt Spring Island. Chris Erskine is a nationally known humor columnist and editor who retired from the Los Angeles Times in 2020. Erskine Summit which is well worth the hike. Still feeling fresh? At the top of the mountain, we stopped to enjoy the spectacular view across the water towards Vancouver Island. 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