British Columbia · Hiking

Initial Attack

Easy 1.08-mile out-and-back forest walk in British Columbia.

0.5 mi
round trip: 489 ft
climb: Out and back
route

Best time to visit Initial Attack

Best months: May–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

Jan
45° / 33°
17 wet
Feb
47° / 33°
14 wet
Mar
50° / 35°
15 wet
Apr
54° / 39°
12 wet
May
60° / 43°
10 wet
Jun
63° / 47°
7 wet
Jul
68° / 51°
5 wet
Aug
70° / 51°
6 wet
Sep
66° / 47°
9 wet
Oct
57° / 42°
14 wet
Nov
49° / 36°
17 wet
Dec
45° / 33°
17 wet

Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Port Angeles Intl Ap, WA, 22.3 mi away at 288 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Initial Attack is a short out-and-back trail in British Columbia offering a quick forest excursion perfect for hikers seeking a brief escape into nature. This accessible trail provides an easy introduction to the local terrain with minimal elevation gain, making it ideal for families and casual walkers. The trail's name hints at its role in the region's fire management infrastructure.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Initial Attack for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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Sooke River Campground

Hiking business nearby (~9 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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Olympic Hiking Co.

Hiking business nearby (~23 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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Elwha RV Park

Hiking business nearby (~24 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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