Rainy Day Revival: The West Coast Trail's Fickle Nature Exposed The West Coast Trail on Vancouver Island has long been touted as one of Canada's premier hiking destinations.
However, this week's torrential downpours have exposed the trail's notorious unpredictability, leaving Parks Canada to evacuate hikers stranded by swollen creeks and rivers.
The agency urged visitors to delay or cancel their plans, citing a harsh reality: that this trail is not for the faint of heart or those who value their safety above all else.