British Columbia is full of abandoned places to explore. During the era of settlement and resource pursuit, the wild areas of the province were much more populated, leaving behind old mines, trapper cabins, crumbling canneries, and overgrown homesteads. Whether stumbling across old ruins in the woods or going searching for a long-lost place, it’s wise…
If you missed reservation day and found out that BC’s most popular backpacking trails are fully booked, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, reservations systems favour planners who book well in advance. For spontaneous folks, trip planning can amount to coming upon a good weekend in the middle of summer and deciding to go somewhere. The good…
Whether new to BC or just visiting, sooner or later you’re going to find yourself trudging up a mountain to marvel at forests, wildlife, and stunning vistas. If you’re wondering how to start hiking, it’s not as simple as picking a trail and leaving the house. There’s a bit of additional planning that goes into…
While there are thousands of kilometres of trails throughout the province, trail maintenance in British Columbia is largely managed by small volunteer groups. Hundreds of them, in fact, which doesn’t just include mountain biking and hiking groups, but ATV, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, off-roading, mountaineering, and snowmobile groups. The fact is, there are far more…
If you plan to explore BC’s backcountry, chances are you’ll need to use the province’s 620,000 kms of forest service roads (FSRs), also known as resource roads. Crisscrossing the province’s wilderness, these roads were created to provide access to remote areas for industrial activity such as forestry, mining, oil and gas development, and fire access….
Disclaimer: These tips are based on what other hikers have personally found helpful in managing a fear of heights. This is not professional or medical advice. If your fear is severe or interfering with your life, consider speaking with a licensed mental health professional. Always hike safely and within your limits. Fear of heights is…
