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BEFORE YOU GO (MAPS AND COMMERCIAL USE)
We would like to mention a few very general guidelines for use of the Rec Site before you go out there. Some things may not be that obvious to newcomers to our area, other items may be just the typical advice. Please review these before you go:
- The cabins in the area are for day-use only, there is no leeway on this.
- Additional cabins are not legal in this area, so please do not build new cabins.
- "Pack it in, pack it out" guidelines apply here, especially in our community recreation area where a volunteer will be cleaning up after you if you do not clean up after yourself.
- Bears do frequent our area, so be Bear Aware, and plan accordingly.
- Use of the Rec Site is "At Your Own Risk". The Rec Site offers a wide range of wonderful activities, but with an abundance of risks, dangers and hazards. Use the Rec Site within your limits of knowledge and experience. You must be prepared for self-rescue.
- Take the steps for any backcountry outing: inform someone where you are going, take appropriate emergency and technical gear, know your experience level, bring clothing options, take a map, and take other typical steps for a safe outing.
- Be prepared with proper clothing and gear, bring your own fire-starter & toilet paper, shovel stairs & paths, and leave cabins clean and stocked with kindling and firewood.
- Avalanches do occur in parts of the Rec Site. For the latest information refer to: www.avalanche.ca
- Candles are not to be used in cabins - it's a huge fire risk. Please use battery LED lights.
- Always lock your car and do not leave valuables in it, vehicle security at trailheads is always a concern.
- Ask a local, we've been known to assist!
Map
The pdf maps below are downloadable and printable (eg download it to your phone). It seemed to make sense to split up the North and Side sides, so your print might show enough detail.
*Note that North is toward the bottom of the page to make it easier for you to orient yourself. If you are in the parking lot looking South toward the South side cabins, this map will be oriented in the direction you are looking.
**The North and South-Side maps are most current, with new trails, current cabin locations, and status. (The big map will be updated when more trail work is finished.) |
Popular Routes
Old Glory Summer Hike: about 5-7 hours, this is a strenuous hiking trail to the peak of Old Glory where you can visit the old forest service lookout. A classic and well worth it to learn the history.
Winter Snowshoe/Cross-Country Ski to Red Dog: about an hour, this is a relatively easy trip to one of the more popular shelters.
Commercial Use
Because of the huge increase in public use now that the area is officially designated and being developed, we have had to implement a policy to manage potential commercial use in the Recreation Site. The Commercial Use Policy established on June 1, 2017 and updated January 9, 2020 explains.
Overnight Use
Overnight use of the Rec Site day-use cabins is not permitted, for a number of reasons. To see the reasons, click HERE. |
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