Daajing Giids/QC Walking Tour
Windy's City — historical walks through Daajing Giids
In 1908 Queen Charlotte City became the first registered town site on the islands, promoted by Daniel R. "Windy" Young. On July 13, 2022, the town formally repatriated its Haida name: Daajing Giids. Two walking routes explore the history and waterfront of this small, thriving village.
Both routes: Rating Easy
Walk 1: 2 k return · minimal elevation
Walk 2: 3 k return · flat
Historical Walk #1 — Start and end at the Village Office. Turnaround point: the Daajing Giids Visitor Centre (3220 Wharf St). Travel partly on the sea walk and partly on Oceanview Drive (Highway 16) one way, then walk back along 2nd Ave, which occasionally meanders into alleys and a trail. Enjoy the unique architecture of Hippy Hill and roadside berry bushes in summer.
Beach Trail Walk #2 — Start at the Village Office, head west to Haydn Turner Park and Cemetery. Follow the oceanfront along Oceanview Drive to the campsites, walk round the point at low to medium tides, and enjoy the berries in summer.
