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: 3 to 7 °C, rain, 1 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 2183 m (1850 to 2450 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9月25日(金) | 3 / 7 °C | rain | dry | 1 h sun |
| 9月26日(土) | 1 / 7 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 6 h sun |
| 9月27日(日) | 1 / 12 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| 9月28日(月) | 2 / 11 °C | overcast | dry | 3 h sun |
| 9月29日(火) | 3 / 7 °C | rain | dry | 2 h sun |
| 9月30日(水) | 1 / 9 °C | drizzle | dry | 2 h sun |
| 10月1日(木) | 2 / 5 °C | drizzle | dry | 7 h sun |
| 10月2日(金) | 0 / 11 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 h sun |
| 10月3日(土) | 1 / 13 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| 10月4日(日) | 4 / 17 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 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