Southfork Lakes, Castle Provincial Park (9/27/2023)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Mid. Week Hike

Event Location:

Southfork Lakes Trailhead

Dist. and Elev.:

14km 700m

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Sep 27 2023 9:30 AM

Registration Opens:

Wed, Sep 20 2023 4:00:00 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Sep 26 2023 7:00:00 PM

Difficulty Rating:

D6:

Event Coordinator(s):

Susan Ch
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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:

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

Itinerary:

Quoting from the Southern Rockies Trail Guide - 'the dramatic alpine setting of these pristine lakes in their picturesque basin is ample reward for those hardy souls who make this short but very steep trek'. The hike starts off with 2km of easy hiking before climbing steeply up to Barnaby Ridge (500m in just 3km). The travel then becomes easier to the first of the three Southfork Lakes. The plan is to check out all three lakes and also the larches which are above the lakes. Time on trail including breaks will be approx 5 1/2 - 6 hours. This hike is predominantly for those signed up for the multi day trip but if it isn't full you are welcome to join us for the day, or even better stay the night. Note that there is no longer a river crossing at the start of the hike as there has been a bridge put in place - yeah! No freezing cold feet ;-)

Required Items to Bring:
Everything that you need for a full day on the trail at this time of year.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Hiking poles. A hot drink for lunchtime

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From Pincher Creek drive west on h’way 507, turn left onto h’way 774. Drive approx 23km and look for the parking area on the right hand side of the road - may be signed posted for Southfork Lakes or Mt Syncline. (Google map Southfork Lakes Trailhead) Drive time 35 min

Notes:

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