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THE MOUNTAINEER

3 DAYS/ 2  NIGHTS

FOR ONLY CDN $ 395.00

 

Wells Gray Provincial Park is home to a number of majestic mountain ranges. While the endless peaks of the Northern Caribou Mountains encompass about two thirds of the park in the North, it is bordered by the Spanish Mountain Range to the West and the Sushwap Highlands to the East and South. This trip is based from the Wells Gray Guest Ranch which is located at the most important trail heads leading to stunningly beautiful alpine meadows and mountain peaks with breathtaking sceneries.

 

Day 1: We meet at the Ranch Office at 09.00 a.m. After signing in we meet the guide and get basic safety, packing and gear instructions. Then we climb into our van and start the first day. The trip takes us to the volcanic canyon of Spahats Falls and the seemingly endless cascading Silver Tip Falls before we climb with our vehicle up 12 km to the Trophy Mountain Trailhead. We hike first through forest and then reach the famous Flower meadows which are bursting with colors especially late June and July. After we rest at the old Sheppard’s Cabin we continue on to Sheila Lake for Lunch. In the afternoon we enjoy the scenic vistas from various lookouts in the open alpine before we descend back down to our van for the drive home. Dinner at the Black Horse Saloon and overnight in one of the bunkhouses.

Day 2: Right across from the ranch gates is the start of a road called the Battle Mountain Road. We will use a one ton 4x4 crew cab to bounce up this very rocky trail for about 8 kilometers to the trailhead to both Battle Mountain and Table Mountain. From there we hike up the Table Mountain Trail which has its name from the flat peak, from where we will have a 360 degree view of an endless ocean of mountain peaks around us. We will be able to see the Monashee Mountain Range to the East and even spot the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Then we descend an approx. 3,5 hour winding trail through the forest back to the ranch, where we really feel like we deserve another scrumptious buffet dinner. Overnight. in the bunkhouses.
Day 3: We use the same Battle Mountain Road again this morning to start our trip up Battle Mountain. This Mountain Range has its name from the old battles between the Cree and the Chilcotin Indians over the huge Caribou herds. Sometimes, if you are lucky, you still can find old arrow heads and other relicts of the old days although it is more likely to see a small herd of Caribou which call these mountains their home. We will pass Phillips Lake, cross Caribou Meadows rest at the falls with the same name, then climb up Fight Mountain and refresh on the shores of Fight Lake before we descend another windy trail back home, where a shower and refreshments in the Saloon will feel good before departure. If you don’t have to leave yet and have the time, spend another night at the ranch in a bunkhouse or ask if they have a room available to try out a real bed again.

DEPARTURE DATES 2008

Every Thursday
June 19th – September 18th, 2008

RATES 2008

3 Days / 2 Nights - $ 395.00 / person
Pre/post night package in bunkhouses at the Wells Gray Guest Ranch, including dinner/breakfast per person/night:  $ 55.00. Rates are subject to 5% GST.

SPECIAL NOTES

  • All tours are a maximum of 11 and a minimum of 3 participants
  • We leave it up to the parents to determine if their children are strong enough to hike for the length of time mentioned in the itinerary. Children should have at least hiked successfully for that length of time before. Parents are responsible for carrying gear their children will not be able to carry. Children up to 12 years of age are discounted at 10%.
  • Participants have to carry personal daypack.
  • All guests are required to sign a waiver of liability prior to departure
  • For room accommodation before and/or after the tour please visit www.wellsgrayranch.com  or www.bluegrousecountryinn.com.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES 

  • Guided hiking as outlined
  • Accommodation in Bunkhouses at the Wells Gray Guest Ranch
  • All transportation to and from Trailheads
  • All meals starting with lunch on first day and ending with lunch on the last day 
  • Park use fees

NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE

  • Personal expenses
  • Transfers to/from Wells Gray Ranch
  • Bring your own sleeping bag!

 

WHAT TO BRING

  • Warm sleeping bag
  • Rain Coat and pants
  • Suitable Daypack
  • Sun Hat & Sun Glasses
  • Hiking boots 
  • Jeans or Cotton Pants
  • Cotton T-Shirt or long sleeved shirt
  • Windproof fleece lined Jacket
  • Wool or Fleece Sweater
  • 2 Pair of Wool Socks
  • Warm Underwear
  • Camera and Films
  • Sun Lotion and Insect Repellent
  • Flashlight
  • Pocket Knife
  • Personal Water Bottle 
  • Water Purifying Tablets (optional)
  • Personal Medication and First Aid Kit

HOW TO GET THERE

Turn off Highway # 5 in Clearwater (122 km north of Kamloops, B.C.) at the Tourist Information Centre and follow the road to Wells Gray Park for 27 km and then turn left at the sign "Wells Gray Guest Ranch". We gladly pick up guests arriving in Kamloops or Clearwater by public transportation for an additional charge. (Kamloops $ 95.00 pp/one-way, minimum 2, Clearwater $ 20.00 pp/one-way)

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