Flora Lake & Flora Peak via the loop (including Lindeman Lake & Greendrop Lake) is a challenging, but spectacular hike in S⨱ótsaqel or Chilliwack Lake Park in BC, Canada. This trail might leave your legs exhausted for a few days, but it is worth it. The summit gives you views of layers and layers of the Cascade mountain range. I should probably admit, we did not plan to do this hike. We woke up at a leisurely pace and made…
Chipmunk Caves are a series of limestone caves alongside Chilliwack river. They are pretty easy to reach, and really fun because you can climb up some steps into the cave mouth, and then traverse through and out another entrance! I’ve seen a few descriptions that say this is a “hidden gem” but when we visited it was really busy! I loved it, but it’s definately a popular spot for locals, even if it’s not super famous outside of Chilliwack. The…
Bosumarne Falls is a short hike through gorgeous mossy rainforest to two waterfalls near Chilliwack Lake. This waterfall isn’t super famous compared to others near Vancouver. I’m not going to call this a hidden gem as it is well known to locals (and it’s always a bit odd when bloggers call everything a hidden gem!) But if you like walks through mossy rainforests, you’ll love this. In 2023 the bridge was down so if there is rain or snowmelt, it…
McDonald Falls is an easy to reach waterfall just off Lost Creek Forest Service Road near Mission, BC (Canada). It is less than 4km north of the far more famous Cascade Falls which is likely to have crowds of visitors. This waterfall, although just as impressive, is much quieter. The waterfall lies within Davis Lake Provincial Park, but it is not really developed. If you like manicured trails and good facilities this is not the best option, but it is…