Dakota Ridge Recreation Site
About Dakota Ridge Recreation Site
A rugged Sunshine Coast plateau where coastal fog meets ancient forests, offering a raw, local alternative to the manicured mountain resorts.
Highlights
- Old-growth forest trails
- Wild coastal views
- Backcountry snowshoeing
- Off-grid mountain vibe
Key Facts
- Altitude: 1114m
- Lakes nearby: 19
- MTB trails: 37.2km
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Dakota Ridge Recreation Site
- Today: 1 to 7 °C, partly cloudy, 8 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 1957 m (1660 to 2270 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sa., 26. Sept. | 1 / 7 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 8 h sun |
| So., 27. Sept. | 4 / 10 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| Mo., 28. Sept. | 3 / 11 °C | overcast | dry | 2 h sun |
| Di., 29. Sept. | 5 / 7 °C | rain | dry | 0 h sun |
| Mi., 30. Sept. | 2 / 11 °C | overcast | dry | 5 h sun |
| Do., 1. Okt. | 3 / 13 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| Fr., 2. Okt. | 2 / 11 °C | overcast | dry | 2 h sun |
| Sa., 3. Okt. | 2 / 14 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 5 h sun |
| So., 4. Okt. | 6 / 19 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 h sun |
| Mo., 5. Okt. | 8 / 16 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 6 h sun |
Things to do in Dakota Ridge Recreation Site
Hikes nearby — Dakota Ridge Recreation Site (6)
6 curated hiking trails around Dakota Ridge Recreation Site, sourced from OpenStreetMap and enriched with distance, elevation gain and difficulty.
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McNair Lake Trail
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Mayne Lake Trail
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Mt Steele Trail
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Elphinstone Summit Trail/new Yellow
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West Ridge
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Highline
Mountain biking near Dakota Ridge Recreation Site
- Magic Carpet Ride
- Hwy 103
- Trailfest Wagonroad
- El Dorado
- Clack Creek Ridge
- Sunday Morning
- iTrail
- Predator
Getting to Dakota Ridge Recreation Site
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 48 km away, about 2h51 by road