*Date Change: Baden Powell Trail: Horseshoe Bay to Grouse Mountain: Hard
Details
Horseshoe Bay to Cypress Resort Parking - this is the most difficult section of the entire trail. It is very steep and has large rock scree to climb over. Includes great views from Eagle Bluffs and a scenic subalpine walk across the top of Black Mountain.
Cypress Resort Parking to Cleveland Dam - this is a moderately difficult section that is well-maintained, with some fallen trees to climb over. The stretch closer to the dam runs through a neighborhood.
A difficult exercise hike. This trail has steep parts that occasionally even out to let your legs rest, but the terrain is very rough, with some sections requiring the use of hands for balance. This is a challenging hike which is great to get people in shape.
*Class 2 Scrambling.
*This event is one way, taking a bus back or sharing an Uber is an option.
*If you are taking the 250 Horseshoe Bay bus, get off at the stop after the overpass, walk over the overpass, cross the lanes, and then meet us at the trailhead.
Difficulty, Distance, and Elevation:
Hard, 19.6 km trail (one way), 1450 meters of elevation gain
Meeting At: Baden Powell Trailhead, West Vancouver (near Horseshoe Bay)
Parking: Yes
Transit Access: Yes
Recommended Gear:
- Hiking Boots or Hiking Shoes
- Hiking Pack or Backpack
- 4-5 or more liters of water + Lunch + Snacks + 2nd Lunch + 2nd Snacks
- (Optional) Sun Glasses, Sun Screen, and Hat
- (If raining): Rain Jacket
- (Optional, if raining): Waterproof Pack Cover, Rainpants