Details
- Hike Leader - Wendy
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- Distance - 8km
- Difficulty - Moderate
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Description
Beginners & Backpackers Hikes are designed for new hikers (or those just getting back into it) and backpackers who want to start “practicing” with partially loaded packs. These hikes will be at a slower pace, with lots of breaks and generally easy terrain, building up to harder hikes as the season progresses. If your a new hiker, bring your 10 essentials. If your a backpacker, bring a partially loaded pack 15 to 20 lbs. (or more) to start.
This will be a steeper climb than what we’ve done on previous Beginner & Backpacker Hikes, We will start at the beginning of the lake on Harper Mountain Road, hiking up to the lookout at Gilbartre Rock, returning the same way. Approx 8 or 9 km total. The trail starts off flat along the lake, then switchbacks with a steeper section at the top. Approx. elevation gain of 800m. We will be going at an easy pace. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight in case we are out after dark.
Meet at 5:15 pm at the Mount Paul meetup, just past the Husky Station on Paul Lake Road. Leaving by 5:30.
4 dogs max, please comment if you are bringing your dog. There is a steep lookout at the top and leashes will be required.
