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British Columbia · Hiking
Veitch Creek Trail
Short creek-side out-and-back walk through British Columbia forest.
- 0.5 mi
- round trip
- 288 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Moderate
- difficulty
Best time to visit Veitch Creek 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.
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. The station sits about 600 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
Veitch Creek Trail is a short out-and-back hike in British Columbia offering an accessible introduction to the region's backcountry. This gentle trail follows Veitch Creek through forested terrain, providing a peaceful walk suitable for families and casual hikers. The creek-side setting and modest distance make it an ideal choice for a quick nature outing.
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Conditions and forecast
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Veitch Creek Trail for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
Map and trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors
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