Thus, it is one of the steepest trails anywhere. Hiking Trail It was a little difficult for me but its all worth it in the end. The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. Hiked up Elk Mountain halfway. In the process, you reach a good Fraser Valley observation point. Guests have a private terrace. And, to your right, the mountain views come one after another. Hike Description The hike to the summit of Elk Mountain gives you an elevation gain of about 2,000 feet in about a mile and a half. I've hiked this trail many times. ), and the pie at Chilliwack airport a very welcome treat. Located in Chilliwack, BC … 2016/05/31 Day hike Chilliwack, Elk Mountain, Thurston andy Andy G. on Elk Mountain: “Talk about a great day out – the views were expansive, the flower display was amazing (over 40 types of flower identified! Elk Mountain is the first one and though geologically insignificant it does offer some good views of the Fraser Valley. Fairly easy hike for most of the way but it gets a little steep near the top. Elk Mountain is one of the not so hidden-hidden gems in Chilliwack, BC. But then just like that, the skies cleared to unveil… Elk Mountain Fraser Valley, British Columbia (Canada), elevation 1432 m Forecast Forecast Nearby Nearby Map Map It looks like you're using an old browser. Guests have a private terrace. Mount Thurston is a worthy hike that extends from the popular Elk Mountain Lookout. - Marcel Proust This air-conditioned vacation home comes with 2 bedrooms, a cable flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. Elk Thurston Hope Lookout Trail Lindeman and Greendrop Lakes Sumas Mountain Zoa Peak and Falls Lake Metro Vancouver All Metro Vancouver Admiralty Point Burke Mountain – Lakeview Trail Coquitlam Crunch Jug Island We didnt have time for the summit but it was a sunny day and we needed some exercise. : Lindeman Lake) Trip Leader: Fritz Ullrich. Experience alpine meadows on one of Chilliwack's most popular hikes. Half an hour after the Elk-Thurston Trail A classic and popular sub alpine ridgewalk. 2,343 were here. Elevation gain: 800m Difficulty: Difficult Description: Elk Mountain has an easily accessible trailhead, alpine meadows and an excellent view of the entire Fraser Valley and surrounding mountains -- with a strenuous uphill climb near the top that's well worth the effort. THURSTON COUNTY WAHKIAKUM COUNTY WHATCOM COUNTY YAKIMA COUNTY General & Misc., Washington INDEX COWLITZ COUNTY ELK MOUNTAIN State … It took us a total of 5 hours including taking photos and eating. All in I began the hike with a steady ascent through the trees, and as I gained elevation, I encountered more and more snow on the trail. As the elevation gain was almost 1000m, this was the biggest elevation gain for Marc and I since our trip to New Zealand . Chilliwack Hiking - Elk-Thurston Trail British Columbia Canada 20. Steph Abegg's climbing trip reports, interesting projects, and outdoor photography. Basins east of Crystal Mountain Ski Resort (outside ski boundaries once ski season officially opens) offer good opportunity for high-elevation, rugged elk hunting with plenty of robust elk. July 20 - Friday - Elk Mountain Hike - Chilliwack, BC (rainy day alt. Hiking Chilliwack's Elk Mountain and Mount Thurston more than worth the effort by Stephen Hui on July 24th , 2011 at 6:56 PM 1 of 1 2 of 1 Looking for a … Elk-Thurston Trail 2WD accesible trailhead with breathtaking views of the Fraser Valley all the way to the ocean. There is an outhouse at the start of the trail.See an earlier post of Elk Mountain (to Thurston Mountain) added here on trailpeak for GPS and an alternate description. Elk to Thurston hiking route. Elk Mountain is located within the Fraser Valley in South Western British Columbia.It is part of the Cascade mountain range.Its highest point reaches up to 1,432 m. It … Forty minutes up and thirty minutes down. Mount Thurston is a mountain in British Columbia and has an elevation of 1212 metres. Located in Union Dale in the Pennsylvania region, Lakefront Home Near Elk Mountain Ski Resort has a balcony and lake views. Elk-Thurston trail leads to Elk Mountain followed by Thurston Mountain. USFS, which permits the ski resort, wants to remind hunters that Crystal Mountain Ski Resort’s Elk Mountain and Mount Thurston Route Map Trees are good for the hike, but I was slightly disappointed by them higher up. Elk Thurston Hope Lookout Trail Lindeman and Greendrop Lakes Sumas Mountain Zoa Peak and Falls Lake Metro Vancouver All Metro Vancouver Admiralty Point Burke Mountain – Lakeview Trail Coquitlam Crunch Jug Island Elk Valley (BC) Ghost Wilderness Height of the Rockies Jasper National Park Kananaskis Country Kokanee Kootenay National Park Robson Provincial Park Waterton National Park White Goat Wilderness Yoho National Park Elk Mountain Hiking Trail, Chilliwack: See 24 reviews, articles, and 19 photos of Elk Mountain Hiking Trail, ranked No.9 on Tripadvisor among 47 attractions in Chilliwack. Hiked Elk Mountain and continued on to Mt Thurston today. Elk Mountain On 1 April 2003, I attempted to hike up both Elk Mountain and Mount Thurston near Chilliwack, British Columbia. Departure 8:00 am Sunset Square Safeway parking lot (SE corner). Elk Mountain, Chilliwack BC Elk Mountain (See more Elk Mountain photos below) Distance: 8km return. Clocking in at around 4 hours return it is an easy day hike offering beautiful views of the Fraser Valley and surrounding mountains. 27 Reviews of Elk thurston Mountain "For the first couple hours of this solo trip, I left a beautiful sunny day in the Fraser Valley to hike up in the clouds. Elk Mountain Winery is now re-opened with new ownership. If Driving to the start of Elk Mountain can take over an hour and a half but it is very easy to find. 4 were here. The peak of Thurston has much Photo of a Mountain View Elk-Thurston Trail British Columbia Canada 21. The Elk Mountain trail to Mount Thurston may not have been my first plan for the day, but it turn out to be a perfect day! The trail was a bit confusing though because it has so many trail. Hike to Elk Mountain (7 km round trip) & Mount Thurston (15 km round trip) 1600 m Elevation 3 - 5 hrs, difficulty rating: moderate. Mount Thurston from Mapcarta, the free map. 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