6.6 km away
PNW Ridges: Mount McGuire
An epic ridge at the top with an optional scree descent
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 1 km
Epic PNW Hikes: Mt. MacFarlane
Epic views of the lake and Mt Sleese Glacier from the ridge of Mt. Mac!
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 2 km
- Descent
- 2 km
- Duration
- 6-7 hrs
- Low Point
- 326 m
- High Point
- 2.1 km
- Gradient
- 22˚
Getting to the top of Mount MacFarlane is a 17.2 km out-and-back trail located in the Fraser Valley near Chilliwack, BC.
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Description
The trail offers forest trekking, boulder fields, lakes, wildflowers, and breathtaking views of mountains. Get up to the upper lake for some epic sunrise/sunset views, and check out the ridge to see unmatched views of Mt. Sleese!
The lake is cold, but refreshing after a long hike up!
Dogs: YES, this is a dog friendly trail!
NOTE: Bears are common in this area.
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Water features
Similar routes nearby
9.2 km away
Cheam Peak
Take in the North Cascades with a unique start in the sub-alpine.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.5 km
- Ascent
- 684 m
- Descent
- 684 m
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Guidebooks in this area
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