I do have the Backroads Mapbook. I just find it somewhat inaccurate at times. There is also the issue of a road being gated off. This is increasingly the case in the Victoria area. Even one of the roads that was suggested by a community member is now gated off. So I was hoping for current information, in addition to the maps I have, from those who recently took some of those roads.
I simply will not go into any areas which is gated off for two reasons. I do not wish to trespass out of respect for others and to create a good image of bikers. And if an area is gated off it means little to no traffic and potential disaster if something should happen to me by myself.
I am still looking for open routes from the Victoria or Sooke area to Cowichan. I know the road north of Port Renfrew but it would be nice to hit gravel closer to Victoria. The road at the end of Young Lake Road is now gated off.
...Michelle
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