Morden Mine Tipple
This hauntingly stark concrete structure is the only remaining coal tipple on Vancouver Island, a relic of the region's rich industrial past.

šŸ“œ Concrete skeleton, only remaining coal tipple on Vancouver Island.
šŸ” Built in early 1900s for Morden mine site, first of its kind in the region.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Explore a significant piece of coal mining history
🌳 Enjoy a provincial park setting
🚶 Walk a trail to Nanaimo River along a historic railway
šŸ“ø Opportunity for unique photography of a crumbling industrial relic

Why Avoid

āš ļø Area around tipple fenced off for public safety, access inside prohibited
🚧 Structure is crumbling due to water seepage and freezing

Tips

šŸ…æļø Parking lot for Morden Colliery also serves as trailhead
šŸ• Pets on leash allowed, not in park buildings or beach areas
🚲 E-bikes restricted to park roads, not allowed on trails

Hours

šŸ•’ Open daily.

Last updated 6 days ago

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