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    Whitehorse Bluff Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    4.5-6.5h
    Distance
    This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
    17.2 km
    Elevation
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    554 m
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    Directions to Trailhead

    The Whitehorse Bluff Trail is a 17.2 km out-and-back hiking route in Wells Gray Provincial Park that gradually climbs uphill to arrive at a rocky lookout point. Along the trail you will hike through a scenic forest setting and experience some amazing views that sweep across the woodland valley and the snaking Clearwater River below. Although the trail is well-marked and made up of favourable terrain, it is often bogged down with mud, especially after a heavy rain or during the shoulder seasons. Make sure to wear proper hiking footwear to better traverse these conditions.

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    Route Description for Whitehorse Bluff Trail

    Hiking the Whitehorse Bluff Trail is a fun adventure in the forest that will take you up to one of the best viewpoints overlooking the coursing waters of the Clearwater River. The route sets out from the parking area and enters into the thick cover of the forest canopy that will dominate the majority of the hike. Although the dense tree cover offers some nice protection from the sun, it also welcomes bugs, so make sure to bring some repellent along for your hike. Continue along the trail as it gradually climbs uphill before steepening on the final approach to the series of viewpoints overlooking the valley. Carefully make your way along the rocky bluff for a bird’s eye view of the Clearwater River cutting through the lush valley to the northwest. After taking in the views and exploring this elevated part of the landscape, head back along the same trail to return to the parking area.

    Getting to the Whitehorse Bluff Trail Trailhead

    To reach the trailhead for the Whitehorse Bluff Trail from Clearwater, make your way north along Clearwater Valley Road for 36.0 km and turn left. Continue on for 2.4 km to find a small parking area on the outside bend of the road.

    Route Information

    • When to do

      May-October

    • Backcountry Campsites

      No

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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