Pacific Marine Circle Route (Vancouver Island)
A loop around southern Vancouver Island connecting the Pacific surf coast at Port Renfrew with the Cowichan Valley wine country. Carves through ancient old-growth temperate rainforests, over high single-lane steel bridges crossing the San Juan River, and alongside the Juan de Fuca Strait with views of Washington's Olympic Mountains.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Pacific Marine Circle Route (Vancouver Island)? ▼
Pacific Marine Circle Route (Vancouver Island) spans 158 miles and packs approximately 320 curves (2.0 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 10 ft - 2,150 ft (San Juan River Valley) and technical rating 8/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Victoria Inner Harbour, BC, Canada (Latitude 48.4284, Longitude -123.3656) and finishes at Port Renfrew Wild Coast / Duncan, BC, Canada (Latitude 48.555, Longitude -124.418).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.