Discover the Best Waterfall Hikes in the Alberni Valley

West Coast Waterfall Hikes from Easy to Moderate

The beautiful Alberni Valley is home to some of the most wonderful waterfalls on Vancouver Island. If you enjoy hiking or walks in the forest, what better reward for your effort than a picturesque waterfall at the end of the trail! We have gathered some favourite local waterfall hikes ranging from easy to moderate hiking effort. Try one or all, and share your adventure photos with the #exploreportalberni!

China Creek Falls

China Falls Port Alberni waterfall hike. Photo by Chris Istace, ZenSeekers

A  2.7km (in and out), moderately challenging hike, the trail that leads you there is a beautiful forest walk that ends at the rushing falls.

Ideal if you are looking for… going off the beaten path
Location: 11 minutes from Port Alberni (map)
Time to Complete: 40 mins
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Stamp Falls

Stamp Falls Provincial Park, Alberni Valley, Photo by Chris Istace, ZenSeekers.

Only 1.3km (in and out) of well groomed, easy trail walking along the Stamp River will take you to the roaring falls.

Ideal if you are looking for… a relaxing, easy hike with beautiful views
Location: 22 minutes from Port Alberni (map)
Time to Complete: 26 mins
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Weiner Falls

Weiner Falls Port Alberni Vancouver Island, photo by Chris Istace, ZenSeekers

A 3.9km (in and out) waterfall hike. Although the longest route of all 4, the hike up to the falls is not difficult and the view of the falls are well worth the effort!

Ideal if you are looking for… something out of a fairy tale
Location: 19 minutes from Port Alberni via Alberni Valley Community Forest (map)
Time to Complete: 1 h 11 mins
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