Seabold Rotary Park

Located at end of Seabold Road, this road right-of-way is managed as a public recreational space by the City’s Parks Recreation and Culture Department. 

Playground equipment (partially funded by Nanaimo Rotary clubs) was installed through the PIP Program in 1997.

A trail network and stair structure leads down to the beach; however, windstorm damage and unstable conditions have necessitated the closure of the access.  The beach access stairs remain closed until further notice.

What this means for visitors?

This playground is open and safe for public use; however, the beach access stairs should not be used. 

Assessments Underway:

The repairs at this location require advance planning and budgeting as the damage to the structure and engineered piles was significant. In addition, pockets of root rot have been identified in the fir trees and have contributed to site instability. Stair repairs cannot begin until complex factors (slope stability, tree and root conditions, and safe construction access) are ensured.

Funding

Necessary funding to complete the stairs and address site safety is now in place. The City is looking at scheduling options as we coordinate this project with other planned activities.

Work Underway

• Root Rot Assessment---completed by Blackwell and Associates. 
• Root Rot Mitigation and tree removals--Mitigation measures to address the findings and future site access will be completed in Spring/Summer 2026.
• Geotechnical assessment—Underway with WSP
• Contractor estimating and coordination---discussions are ongoing

Timeline:

Once a workable timeline is confirmed, details will be shared. Restoring safe access at Seabold remains a priority, and the City appreciates the public’s patience as this work moves toward implementation.