Elk Valley Hike - Sat March 1, 2025
Ten enthusiastic members signed up for this trip, originally for Garibaldi. Due to possible avalanche risk, we decided to go to Elk instead.
Due to unforeseen circumstances for many members (leak in the home, yikes & ugh!, skiing, fun!, courses to finish, congrats!, travelling in the near future, fun!, & having too much fun in Alberta, when can I join you?), three of us made the hike/spike on a gorgeous Saturday!
According to Maya’s Strava, we completed 13 km, 956 m gain / decent in 4 hours of moving time. Needed spikes once we got to the icy stairs.
Needless to say, we were in awe of the spectacular views while luxuriating on top of the snow in the sun for some of the time.
Snow and views…
Short breather in the way up.
Spectacular views across the valley.
Treeline and views to the mountains in the distance.
Another glorious view.