Easy
5.0
(3)
12
hikers
Loon Lake and Summit Lake Loop
01:16
4.56km
80m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: July 22, 2026
Waypoints
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Start point
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338 m
Loon Lake
Highlight • Lake
Nestled within a spurce forest, Loon Lake is easily accessible from Port Alberni and attracts families and anglers. A walk along the old railway line to nearby Summit Lake is …
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3.24 km
Views of Mount Arrowsmith
Highlight • Viewpoint
The old railroad at Summit Lake provides views towards Arrowsmith Mountain on a clear day. The mountain is the highest on Vancouver Island east of Port Alberni and its jagged profile is a fine sight.
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3.92 km
Old railway
Highlight • Trail
It's an interesting experience walking the old railroad between Loon Lake and Summit Lake. The stretch across the western end of Summit Lake is particularly scenic.
The original railway ties …
The original railway ties …
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4.56 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
3.05 km
1.49 km
Surfaces
1.70 km
1.49 km
1.35 km
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Saturday 15 August
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13°C
32 %
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