The Lochside Regional Trail is another old railway line which has been converted into a recreational trail from Sidney to Victoria where it joins with the Galloping Goose Regional Trail. Creating a trail system which extends from Swartz Bay at the northern tip of the Saanich Pennisla, to the Sooke Basin on the south western coast of Vancouver Island.

The Lochside trail passes through farmland, beaches and
wetlands such as the Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary.

Bronze figure Blenkinsop Trestle
with Mount Douglas in the background

From the 8km mark a short 10 min walk up Lohbrunner Road then right on Blenkinsop Road will bring you to a Mount Douglas Park access trail. This a very enjoyable hike with plenty of trails to explore and great views.