Hike to Boom Lake

Come hike to Boom Lake and learn about the Skyline Hikers. We'll hike to the lake and sit on it's remote shores to take in the view and listen to the spring avalanches. Return distance is 10 km with 180 m of elevation. Bring your lunch.

Requirements:

It is a requirement to read the following trip posting carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations.

Required Gear: 1 to 2 litres of water, hiking boots or hiking footwear, hat, a synthetic layering clothing system including rain gear and insulating layers, medications.

Strongly Recommended Gear: Personal first aid kit, bear spray.

Optional Gear: Communications devices (there will be no cell phone coverage at this location), lunch/snack, map of the trail

As per our policy, a waiver form must be signed at trailhead. You must sign it before you are allowed to participate in this event. Please read the waiver and associated policies in advance. They are available on our website at http://skylinehikers.ca/meet-up/

Disclaimers:

You are fully aware that the hike organizer is not a professional guide, does not have first aid certification, and will not carry a communications device beyond a cell phone (there is no cell phone coverage at this location, the nearest coverage is at Storm Mountain Lodge near Vermillion Pass).

You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.

Your participation in this event means that you have read the waiver and associated policies, and by signing up you have accepted the waiver.

You assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being on this hike.