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Grey Jay Lake Trail This trail begins near Blue Jay Lake, which is warm enough for swimming, and leads to a viewpoint overlooking South and North Bentinck Arms as well as Burke Channel and Labouchere Channel. The path to the viewpoint winds through alpine forest, wetlands and meadows that are covered in alpine flowers in the summer. Access: Take the Clayton Falls Creek Forest Service Road which is past the government wharf. After 1.5 km (0.9 mi) follow the road uphill to the left. Take the road to the summit pass then head down 7 km (4.3 mi) to Blue Jay Lake. The beginning of the trail lies |
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North Bentinck Arms/Whiskey Bay Trail This trail winds around the edges of a fjord and heads toward Whiskey Bay and a rustic gravel beach. Those who hike the trail will have the opportunity to see local wildlife as well as glacial erratics left behind after the last ice age. Access: The beginning of the trail is located past the west end of the log sorting grounds, which are situated west of the Clayton Falls Recreation Park |
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United Empire Loyalist Trail The United Empire Loyalist Trail follows the Bear River to a viewpoint overlooking the Bear Valley. Follow the trail beyond the viewpoint to the United Empire Loyalist Mine site (recommended for experienced hikers).
Access: Highway 37A, across from the Lakes District Maintenance Highways service yard. |
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Princess Royal Island This remote island in BC central coast area is serene and nearly untouched by mankind. It is home to the elusive Kermode bear, a rare sub-species of the black bear. Visitors are airlifted into the region and can choose to stay at a variety of lodges for kayak trips, hikes, bike trips, and other outdoor expeditions. |
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Snooka Trail System - West Trail This trail leads to a lookout point that offers views of Thorsen Creek and a First Nations petroglyph site. Along the trail, hikers will have opportunities to see the Bella Coola townsite, the Tallheo Cannery and North Bentinck Arm. Access: Take the Snooka Forest Service Road to the main parking lot. |
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American Creek Trail This short trail follows along American Creek and is a historic mining trail. Access: North from Stewart along Hwy. 37A. |
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Snooka Trail System - East Loup The East Loup trail, which can be traversed on foot or on a mountain bike, winds through over 5 km (3.1 mi) of private land covered in second growth forest. Access: Take the Snooka Forest Service Road to the main parking lot. |
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Schoolhouse Mountain Falls Trail - East Falls After passing the boardwalk, the east trail heads to the left. While this trail is more difficult than the west trail, hikers will be rewarded for their efforts with waterfalls that are larger and more impressive than the falls on the west trail. There are also views of the Sallompt Peak, Sallompt River Valley and Bella Coola Valley at the end of the trail. Access: The beginning of the trail is located at the boardwalk on the south side of the field between Sir Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School and Nusatsum Elementary School in East Hagensborg. |
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Sallompt Forest Trail This trail is a must for those who enjoy the tranquility of a walk or hike in the forest. The path winds through ancient Douglas-fir, cedar, spruce, hemlock, red adler, cottonwood and maple forest. Visitors need to be aware that Grizzly bears are common in the area during salmon spawning season Access: Follow Sallompt Road north for 2.6 km (1.6 mi), then go left down the Sallompt River Road for 1.4 km (0.8 mi) to the parking area. |
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M Gurr Lake Trail The first section of this trail is an easy 1 km (0.6 mi) hike to a cool, clear alpine lake. The second section is a moderate 1.5 km (0.9 mi) hike to a viewpoint above the lake. From here hikers are rewarded with unspoilt views of Burke Channel, the coastal mountains and the rest of the region. Access: Take the Clayton Falls Creek Forest Service Road which is past the government wharf. After 1.5 km (0.9 mi) follow the road uphill to the left. The beginning of the trail is approximately 17 km (10.6 mi) uphill. |
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Sluice Box/Barney Gulch Trail This short hike follows an old railway bed and takes hikers to a viewpoint of town and the Portland Canal.
Access: Southeast corner of town. |
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Schoolhouse Mountain Falls Trail - West Falls While the falls on the east trail are more spectacular than those on the west, the west trail is generally an easier hike and those who attempt it will still be rewarded with vistas of the Hagensborg region, Mill Creek, Four Mile Ridge and the surrounding mountains. Access: The beginning of the trail is located at the boardwalk on the south side of the field between Sir Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School and Nusatsum Elementary School in East Hagensborg. The west trail heads to the right after the boardwalk. |
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Titan Trail Trail provides access to the historic Titan Mine site, located on the Alaska side of the British Columbia-Alaska border. Access: 10 km (6 mi) north of Hyder, Alaska, on the Salmon River Road.
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Snooka Trail System - South Loup The South Loup is a short trail leading through second growth forest and old growth cedar forest. Eventually it winds back to its starting point near the parking area. Access: Take the Snooka Forest Service Road to the main parking lot. |
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Lost Lake Trail This trail leads through second and old growth forest to Lost Lake and then to two lookout spots. Hikers will be rewarded with views of the Bella Coola and Nusatsum River valleys as well as the surrounding mountains. Access: Follow Sallompt Road north for 2.6 km (1.6 mi), and then go right at the Y junction. After 1.3 km (0.8 mi) the road becomes gravel. Continue on for 1 km (0. mi) then go uphill to the right. Take another right at the top of the hill and continue on for 3 k |
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Ore Mountain Trail Climb up Ore Mountain along this trail for a viewpoint of the Bear Valley. Ore Mountain Trail is not recommended for beginners as there are unmaintained sections with fallen trees and overgrowth. Access: Clements Lake Recreation Site, Hwy. 37A. |
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