Boom Lake (8/31/2025)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Multi Day Hike

Event Location:

Banff National Park near the border with Kootnay National Park

Dist. and Elev.:

11km return; elevation 200m

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Aug 31 2025 10:00 AM

Registration Opens:

Sun, Aug 24 2025 9:30:00 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Aug 30 2025 8:00:00 PM

Difficulty Rating:

D3:

Event Coordinator(s):

Jane Y
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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:

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

Itinerary:

This trail is a pleasant walk through an old growth forest to a scenic lake surrounded by the towering north wall of Boom Mountain. Views of Quadra Spire and Bident Peak lie to the west. In wet years, like this one, mushrooms of all kinds can be rather abundant.

Required Items to Bring:
The usual day-trip gear plus 2 litres of water and sun protection. Lunch and snacks.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
First aid kit, bear spray and poles.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Travel west from Castle Junction on HWY#93 for 8km to the Boom Lake parking lot. Out-buildings are available.

Notes:

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