General Information
Type of Trip: Multi-Day Trip
Destination Region: British Columbia
Event Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
Ingress Location: 3721 S. Lawrence St. Tacoma WA 98409
Egress Location: Pemberton Squamish-Lillooet C, BC, Canada
Difficulty Level: Standard 4x4
Dress Code: Dress for rain and cold.
Key Locations Map:
Itinerary Description:
Harrison lake and the surrounding Coastal Mountains are one of the most popular overland and off-roading destinations for Vancouver area locals. Many travel the route year-round, even when the trail is covered in snow during the winter months.
The low elevation, relatively well-maintained dirt roads, and the amount of trail traffic and services in the surrounding area make this jump perfect for overland newbies to confidently tackle.
Our route is the go-to route for those traveling along the western shore of the lake, which travels from south to north concluding just east of Pemberton.
The trail begins just outside of the small resort village of Harrison Hot Springs, and yes, there are a number of hot springs so you’ll want to pack a swimsuit.
As we make our way upstream Harrison River from where it meets the mighty Fraser River, Echo Island, and Harrison Lake some come into view. From here the route hugs the west side of Harrison Lake.
The first side trip entails driving several miles off the main route to Chehalis Lake, which is a pristine alpine lake surrounded by majestic mountains on all sides. Chehalis is a nice option that provides respite from the crowds at Harrison Lake.
As we make our way north, the impressive Mt Breakenridge (elev. 7,858') appears on the opposite side of the lake. At the northern end of the lake sits Tipella, home to the Douglas First Nation (Douglas Indian Band / Xa'xtsa First Nation).
We will follow the route along the banks of Sloquet River to Sloquet Hot Springs. Locals visit the hot springs year round-- who doesn't love soaking in a warm pool in the snow?
Once we depart Sloquet Hot Springs, we are on the final leg of the route. This section follows the deep valley carved out by the Lillooet River. Lillooet Lake sits at the last few remaining miles at the far north end of the route.
The final miles of the route follows along the eastern shore of Lillooet Lake, until reaching the route's terminus at Highway 99, a few miles east of Pemberton.
Specific Itinerary Legs:
Day 1:
10 am: T-Town Jump Station for the Harrison Lake Trail.
12 pm: Break for lunch
5 pm: Setup Camp
Day 2:
10 am: Head out from Camp
12 pm: Break for lunch
5 pm: Setup Camp
Day 3:
10 am: Head home from Camp
Questions:
Call us @ 253-301-0028
Or email: theteam@nextjumpoutfitters.com
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