Tamarack Viewpoint - Tue, Jul 11 2023

Tamarack Viewpoint (7/11/2023)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Mid. Week Hike

Event Location:

Tamarack Viewpoint near Fernie

Dist. and Elev.:

9 km x 700 meters

Date(s) & Time:

Tue, Jul 11 2023 9:45 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:15 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Jun 26 2023 8:00:00 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Jul 10 2023 7:00:00 PM

Difficulty Rating:

D5:

Event Coordinator(s):

Ruth B
Steve B
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Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

9 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Itinerary:

Meet at the Fernie Fox Hotel for a 9:15 departure or at the trailhead at 9:45 and be ready to hike by 10:00 AM.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From Fernie drive South on Crowsnest Hwy-3. Turn West on Mount Fernie Park Road. Drive 9.4 km to the trailhead parking area near Island Lake Lodge.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

22Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:15 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $0.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.00, effective Tuesday, August 11, 2026). This is based on $0/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 0. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.

Notes:

Hiking the Tamarack Trail is a challenging but rewarding experience that will see you traverse a series of steep switchbacks to eventually receive some unbelievable views over the alpine landscape. Hikers should make sure to check for any trail closures before setting out for their hike, as moose and bear activity in the area can restrict access to the trailhead. The route climbs uphill through a beautiful stretch of forest for most of the hike before breaking out into the subalpine terrain for some breathtaking views that stretch across the valley. When you reach the top of the ridge, head left to visit the Tamarack Viewpoint for a great sightline that goes across the waters of Island Lake and the lodge below to the rugged spine-like rock formation of the Lizard Range across the Valley. After taking in the views, break out the hiking poles to save your knees on the steep descent back down to the lodge.
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