Tricouni Peak and Reflection Lake Hiking and Camping Adventure

Before signing up for this hike, please note that this hiking group is for fast hikers.

This will be a fun camping and hiking adventure, which will include hiking to the Tricouni Peak and Reflection Lake, but also will give us an opportunity to see the fish jump in Squamish River and bears eating the fish to prepare for the winter. We might also see some elk swimming in the river.

We'll leave Vancouver on Friday evening after work (exact time TBD based on people's availability). We'll camp overnight near the river at the wild camping area and start the hike to Tricouni Peak and Reflection Lake early in the morning. If you wish to just hike to the Reflection Lake or just enjoy nature without hiking to the Tricouni Peak, you're still welcome to join. We'll camp on Saturday night at the same place so that on Sunday morning we can take our time looking at the fish jumping.

Luckily, the camping there does not require booking, so no worries about that!

Distance: 28.2 km

Elevation Gain: 2,116m

Time Needed: ~10-12 hours (depending on conditions)

Rating: Difficult

• This will be a long hike at a considerably fast pace. We'll have short breaks at times but will keep moving to not lose the momentum.
• We're happy to break into groups based on speed.
• Make sure you have the 10 essentials so that we can all have an enjoyable, but safe adventure.

DIRECTIONS

1.5-hour drive from Vancouver

Meeting time at the parking lot TBD.

Hiking route and directions: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/british-columbia/reflection-lake-and-tricouni-peak?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-static-map

CARPOOLING:

For carpooling, the payment generally accepted is $10 per hour of driving per person each way. Remember to bring an extra pair of shoes so you’re not getting mud/snow in their car. For those not having a car, renting an Evo or Modo for the day with others in your area could be an option.

BRING:

- Navigation (Please download the map, e.g., from Alltrails)

- Camping equipment

- Hiking poles

- Hiking boots or shoes

- Nutrition, hydration

- Headlamp

- Microspikes (as there can be some snow and ice left)

- Weather-appropriate clothing (be prepared for any weather)

- First Aid Kit

- Emergency bivvy bag or blanket

- Signaling device and whistle

- Sunglasses

• Bear spray - this is a grizzly and black bear area

DISCLAIMER:

The organizers are not professional guides or have medical knowledge. We are volunteers who organize events to meet like-minded people. This is a fast hiking group. While we look out for each other, please note, it's your responsibility to keep up with the group. You are taking full responsibility for yourself, so please come prepared and always make sure to have the 10 essentials. You should also be aware of your own level of fitness and health.