Sat, Sep 12 · 9:45 AM PDT
DIFFICULT HIKE (WITH CHALLENGING ROCK SCRAMBLING)
NOTE: This will be an EXPLORATORY hike as I have never done this one before.
This is a steep trail with some challenging rock scrambling. Starting through the forest, the trail eventually opens up with some nice vistas before reaching a number of the rock scrambles. Only experienced hikers should sign up for this hike. No guests allowed. This hike will be postponed or cancelled if the weather forecast is not great.
Length: 9 km round trip
Elevation Gain – 822 metres
Highest Point – 2095 metres
DISCLOSURE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By going on this Meetup event, you acknowledge and agree that you are participating at your own risk and are entirely responsible for your own safety getting to and from the trailhead, on the hike, and during the course of the event. In case of accident, illness, or other incapacity, you agree to pay for your own medical and/or evacuation expenses, whether or not you have specifically authorized them. You also verify that you are in good health and are physically capable of carrying out this hike. Therefore, you agree to release the Meetup Group, the Organizer, the Meetup Host, and any affiliate from any and all liability for any loss, damage, expense or injury which may arise out of participation in the Meetup event, including during transportation to and from the event.
Driving Directions
Drive north from Hope on Highway 5 (Coquihalla Highway) to the Zopkios Ridge rest area at Exit 217 (unmarked). It will be approximately 3km after you go through the avalanche tunnel. Instead of turning under the highway towards the rest area, turn right as though you're heading towards the nearby highway maintenance shed. Look for a small gravel pipe-line service
road on your right and park alongside it. The trailhead is off of the pipeline service road, immediately after the small creek next to where you parked.
What You Should Bring:
Hiking boots
Warm clothing (it will be cold at the top)
Gloves
Water (at least 2 litres)
Packed Lunch
10 Essentials