How long does it take to hike 5040?

How long does it take to hike 5040?

The hike: 5040 peak is 1536m (or 5040ft). It takes about 1.5hrs from the car park to Cobalt Lake, and after a quick rest and photo op, another 1.5hrs to the summit. The trail is very well marked by flags to the lake, and by rock cairns along your way to the summit.

Why is it called 5040?

To my knowledge, 5040 is the only mountain on the Island whose official name derives from its summit altitude. It also preserves a nice bit of history in that the name (obviously) derives from the days before the advent of the metric system in Canada. Current maps, of course, give the height in metres.

How do I get 5040?

To get to 5040 you have to drive on Highway 4 between Port Alberni and Tofino. There are no signs on the road for 5040, so you really have to pay attention for the turn off. Once you see the Summit Pass sign, reset your odometer and after 5km you will see a logging road on the left. The road is called Marion Mainline.

Where is 5040?

5040 Peak via Cobalt Lake Trail is a 4.3 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Alberni-Clayoquot Regional, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.

How do I get a 5040 hike?

Getting there To reach the 5040 Peak trailhead from Tofino, drive southeast on BC-4 for 19.5mi and turn left to continue on the highway. After 25.4mi, turn right and continue for 8.0mi to find the trailhead on the left.

How do I get to Landslide Lake?

Head north on Highway 19 to Campbell River, then west on Highway 28 toward Gold River. Park at the Elk River Trailhead. — Campsites are available at Butterwort Flats (six kilometres in) and the upper gravel bar campsite (nine kilometres in). No camping is available at Landslide Lake.

How do I book the Juan de Fuca Trail?

You don’t have to book them in advance, they work on first come first served basis. The fee is payable via BC Parks website or by cash at the main trailheads. We saw the self-reservation boxes with envelopes at China Beach Car Park, Parkinson Creek Car Park, and Botanical Beach Car Park.

How long is Century Sam hike?

5.4 mile
Century Sam Lake is a 5.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Comox Valley C, British Columbia, Canada that features a river and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and nature trips and is best used from September until June.

Can you hike Landslide Lake a day?

This trail can be completed as a day-hike with an early start. Take the first day as a pretty easy hike into the second campsite, stopping at the first one for a quick break. On day two, leave from the second site, heading to Landslide Lake.

How long is the hike to Landslide Lake?

This 13km trip will take you 6-8 hours depending on your ability and how many breaks you take. The trail starts off by leaving highway 11 a few kilometers before the Banff National Park boundary and is well signed. There is a large blue Landslide Lake Interpretive Fire Trail sign signaling to the trailhead parking lot.

Do you need a permit for Juan de Fuca Trail?

The Juan de Fuca sits on the southwestern coast of Vancouver Island, between Botanical Beach in Port Renfrew and China Beach, which is just up the coast from Sooke. The JDF offers incredible scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities but doesn’t require any permits to be secured in advance like the WCT does.

Do you need a permit to hike Juan de Fuca?

There are four main areas to the park: the China Beach Campground, the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, the China Beach day-use area and Botanical Beach.

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