A challenging hike for a fitter group

• carpool early (6:00) in Kamloops then drive to the trailhead – 2 hours
• steady, strong hiking to Plateau of the Lakes – 2 hours,  then a scramble up to the summit of Trophy 2 – 1.25hrs.
• lunch near the top
• scramble down the ridge to the Trophy One high col
• this route is for capable scramblers only
• ascend to the summit of Trophy One – 2 hours
• descend to Cwem Cwem Lake – 1 hour
• traverse back to Plateau of the Lakes – 1.5 hours
• hike back to the vehicles (1.5 hours)
• mosquito season, not a time to be standing around; steady hiking recommended
• the upper part of the mountain is steep and rocky; good hiking boots are required; poles recommended
• this is backcountry so the Ten Essentials are important; bring a headlamp in case we get back late (article – Trophy at Twilight)
• this is not a hike for novices or those with marginal fitness; it will be a demanding hike with a faster group (another leader will post a Trophy Meadows hike so watch for that event)
• plan for 10 hours
• bring a headlamp for a just-in-case measure if some difficulties are encountered
• article on Long Hill (the high ridge next to Trophy 2)
• article on Trophy One

Here is the track file from our last Trophies loop (must be logged in to see the track):

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Doug Smith

Retired now, I get into the outdoors most days to hike, paddle, camp, snowshoe, run, walk, or explore. More information can be found at: KamloopsTrails.net.

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