Lighthouse Extension
- 1.2 mi
- round trip
- 543 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Apr–Sep
- best months
The Lighthouse Extension is a scenic out-and-back trail in British Columbia that offers hikers an accessible journey through coastal terrain. This short trail provides an excellent opportunity to explore the area's natural features while enjoying manageable distance and elevation gain. The route returns via the same path, making it straightforward for hikers of all experience levels.
Local outfitters
- Sooke River Campground12 mi away
- Crystal Seas Kayaking22 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
- Nearby · Stewart Mountain Trail (North) · Swipe Right · Fairedge
Best time to go · Apr–Sep
Best time to visit Lighthouse Extension
Best months: April–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
47° / 37°
16 wet
Feb
48° / 36°
14 wet
Mar
53° / 38°
14 wet
Apr
57° / 41°
11 wet
May
64° / 44°
9 wet
Jun
68° / 48°
7 wet
Jul
72° / 50°
6 wet
Aug
73° / 50°
8 wet
Sep
68° / 48°
12 wet
Oct
58° / 44°
15 wet
Nov
51° / 40°
16 wet
Dec
46° / 37°
16 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Friday Harbor Ap, WA, 21.7 mi away at 109 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
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Conditions and forecast
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Lighthouse Extension for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
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