Accessibility in Strathcona Provincial Park
In partnership with BC Parks and the Rotary Club of Campbell River, Strathcona Wilderness Institute is proud to offer accessibility options in an effort for everyone to be able to enjoy the wonderful trails of Strathcona Provincial Park. This includes multiple options for mobility devices and the TrailRider Program.
Accessible Trails in Strathcona Provincial Park
Accessible Trails Map
Fully Accessible = Yellow
Trailrider Accessible = Blue
Accessible trails in Strathcona Provincial Park are divided into two main types; Fully Accessible and TrailRider accessible. See the “Park Maps & Access” page for individual trail details.
Fully Accessible
Fully accessible trails are created for everyone to enjoy. There are no steps or obstacles that must be overcome. The trail consists of packed gravel and boardwalk. Please use caution as the trail may still be uneven or slippery.
TrailRider Accessible
This category of trail includes small metal ramps on any step that must be overcome. The use of a “TrailRider” can be used to navigate the trail with the help of some volunteers. See below for the TrailRider Program.
TrailRider Program
How to set up the TrailRider
The Strathcona Park TrailRider was established in 2014 to help provide access for everyone to be able to enjoy the beauty of Strathcona Provincial Park together. With a couple volunteers (Sherpas) the TrailRider allows for greater access to Strathcona Provincial Park. Check out the information document to see if it is right fit for you. Please contact strathconawilderness@gmail.com if you would like to reserve a TrailRider or learn more!
TrailRider Rental/Participant Forms
The forms below will need to be filled out in order to use the TrailRider.
Mobility Devices
Thanks to the Rotary Club of Campbell River, the Strathcona Park Wilderness Centre has two wheelchairs available, for anyone who needs a sturdy chair to use on the Centennial Loop Trail at Paradise Meadows. There is a third wheelchair of a different model.
Two wheelchairs have been fitted with Freewheel attachments.
There is also a Graco stroller available which can seat children up to 40 lbs.
All are available to borrow at no charge (donations are appreciated!). Contact us for more details or to arrange to borrow any of these mobility devices.
The 2 km Centennial Loop Trail is fully accessible by any type of mobility device.
Contact Us
For further information about any SWI program or to reserve a mobility device please contact us at strathconawilderness@gmail.com or use the button below to see our contact page.