Spanish Creek to Beacon Point Loop
From Spanish Creek Trailhead to Mirror Lake, to Summit Lake, to Beacon Point from Indian Ridge Trail to Little Hellroaring Trail, back to Spanish Creek Trailhead
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 37 km
- Ascent
- 2 km
- Descent
- 2 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 1.9 km
- High Point
- 3.1 km
- Gradient
- 14˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between July and September. From a low point of 1.9 km to the maximum altitude of 3.1 km, the route covers 37 km, 2020 vertical metres of ascent and 2020 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Doing an overnight backpacking trip for my birthday, planning on camping at summit lake or thompson lake. Low snow year so we will see if there is any snow over the passes.
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
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers
- Water features