DIFFICULT HIKE
Join us as we hike to the top of Elk Mountain, where we will have a spectacular view of Chilliwack, Cultus Lake, and the surrounding Fraser Valley area, including the Border Peaks and the United States. We will continue on to a viewpoint halfway to Thurston Mountain. Sections of the hike will be quite steep so hiking poles are recommended. Should be a great day! After the hike, if people are interested, we will go get a drink/bite to eat in Chilliwack nearby.
Length: 10 km round trip
Elevation Gain – 800 metres
Hiking time – 4-5 hours
DISCLOSURE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By going on this Meetup event, you acknowledge and agree that you are participating at your own risk and are entirely responsible for your own safety getting to and from the trailhead, on the hike, and during the course of the event. In case of accident, illness, or other incapacity, you agree to pay for your own medical and/or evacuation expenses, whether or not you have specifically authorized them. You also verify that you are in good health and are physically capable of carrying out this hike. Therefore, you agree to release the Meetup Group, the Organizer, the Meetup Host, and any affiliate from any and all liability for any loss, damage, expense or injury which may arise out of participation in the Meetup event, including during transportation to and from the event.
Please remember to pay your driver gas money ($8 per hour is pretty standard).
Directions
We will meet at the trailhead. Take Highway #1 eastbound and turn off at Exit #123, Prest Road. After exiting, turn right and head south for approximately 4km. Turn left on Bailey Road and after just 1km, the road will split. Go right and head up the hill along Elk View Road and continue for 8km of paved road. The road will turn into gravel and continue another 2km until there is a clearing on the left. There is an outhouse at the start of the trail.
What You Should Bring:
Hiking shoes/boots
Hiking poles (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
Water (2-3 litres)
Packed Lunch
10 Essentials
