British Columbia · Hiking

Sword Fern Trail

1.1 mi
round trip
482 ft
climb
Out and back
route
May–Sep
best months

Sword Fern Trail is a scenic out-and-back hike in British Columbia that showcases the region's lush temperate forest ecosystem. This short, accessible trail winds through verdant understory dominated by the distinctive sword ferns that give it its name, offering an intimate experience of the Pacific Northwest's botanical character. Perfect for families and casual hikers seeking a gentle forest walk.

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  • Nearby · Grouse Trail · Bert Lake Trail · Beach to Bunker Trail
  • Best time to go · May–Sep

    Best time to visit Sword Fern Trail

    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.

    1. Jan

      45° / 33°

      17 wet

    2. Feb

      47° / 33°

      14 wet

    3. Mar

      50° / 35°

      15 wet

    4. Apr

      54° / 39°

      12 wet

    5. May

      60° / 43°

      10 wet

    6. Jun

      63° / 47°

      7 wet

    7. Jul

      68° / 51°

      5 wet

    8. Aug

      70° / 51°

      6 wet

    9. Sep

      66° / 47°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      57° / 42°

      14 wet

    11. Nov

      49° / 36°

      17 wet

    12. Dec

      45° / 33°

      17 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Port Angeles Intl Ap, WA, 21.1 mi away at 288 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Conditions and forecast

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

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