We have been spending a fair amount of time in Nanaimo these days as our eldest daughter has gymnastics training. Due to that we have spent some time exploring. The latest was a beautiful hike up to Ammonite falls that my 9 year old and I did last weekend. It took us just under 1 1/2 hours round trip and was a very nice trek. This website gives a good explanation of how to get there www.trailpeak.com