Hiking

The South Chilcotin Mountains and Spruce Lake

The Spruce Lake area in the South Chilcotin Mountains is a favorite place of many outdoor guides. The summer comes into full force by late July, and a profusion of wildflowers breaks out into an explosion of colour. They carpet the meadows in the sup-alpine and alpine areas of these fabulous mountains, giving hours of visual pleasure.

The Southern Chilcotins have been identified as the most important unprotected area of wilderness in southern British Columbia.

Carved by glaciers, shaped by time and decorated by nature, the South Chilcotin Mountains have a magnificent mixture of valleys, flowered meadows, alpine terrain, and abundant wildlife. Coupled with a low level of visitors, these features make this appealing to those looking for solitude and remoteness.

Our route through the Chilcotins Mountains have been designed to fully appreciate the diversity of the region. We have added a layover day in an alpine setting to enjoy the incredible scenery and to further explore surrounding peaks.

The Southern Chilcotins have been dubbed "Wildflower Heaven" for good reason. Alpine meadows present a tapestry of colours representing a variety of flower families. If you are a bee, or was one in another life, or just enjoy the smell and look of a flower garden gone crazy, then the Chilcotins is the adventure for you.

Indeed, the Southern Chilcotins are one of British Columbia's best kept secrets.