There is nice little parking lot just for this hike (see location below for parking and trailhead location). Rae Lakes Loop, Kings Canyon National Park, California - 41 miles (4-5 days) Rae Lakes may be the most popular backpacking trip in the Sierra, even more desirable than Yosemite or Tahoe. The second loop was just as enjoyable until the inclines finished - then the declines started, many on fire access roads (paved or gravel) instead of trails, and no trail makers. Followed the route marked out here. Trail from the parking lot is definitely more than 9.2km (11 km for us today), and we didn't do the lookout to cypress falls (as there were no signs, so we missed the trail), wasn't too busy. 3.5 stars, 11km. Trail was deserted on a weekday afternoon until we hit Whyte Lake. Very well marked. This loop consists of a combination of three very popular hikes in Cypress Falls Park, Nelson Canyon Park, and Whyte Lake Park. The Whyte River Walk is a 3.3km, grade 2 trail located in the Pieman River State Reserve, Tasmania. I'd definitely come back for the first part, but would find a different way down. Drive up the hill and, just after passing under the highway overpass, turn left onto Highway #1 (Trans Canada Highway) heading westbound. The Bierstadt Lake Trailhead is located about 6.5 miles (10.5 km) from the turn-off at U.S. Route 36 into the Rocky Mountain National Park. Thoroughly enjoyed this walk, sometimes we were in the clouds! The nature trail, located in the wetland forest to the south, is a 0.75 mile loop. Hiked up to Whyte Lake this afternoon. The first part is great, steep climb up switchbacks over roots, rocks and boulders. LOOP THE LITTLE LAKE Loop the Little Lake, often referred to as the “Loop,” is a 3.5 mile route that links three (3) communities (Village of Fox Crossing, City of Menasha and City of Neenah) while creating connections for bicycle commuting/recreation and pedestrian recreation with scenic vistas and access to Little Lake Butte des Morts. any people bring their dogs, which seem to love it as ours did. trail was overall well maintained but muddy here and there. For everyone who doesn`t have a car: the trail is easily accessible by bus. 604-925-7275. The information provided herein is further subject to our Terms of Use. The loop consists of the Eastside Trail, Laughingwater Creek Trail, and a portion of the PCT from the junction of Laughingwater Creek to the Tipsoo Lake area, which also includes a section of the Naches Peak Loop. That is true but the fire roads are actually quite soft, not rocky like most of them. Just catch the bus #250 to Horseshoe Bay and get off at Cranley Dr. It is long, mostly because you will probably stop many times along the way. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until November. Once at the water tower, the grade moderates and the hike … Sometimes hard to follow, but we did alright. All established and marked trails now; almost impossible to lose your way now. That was true but this is no longer an issue as the trail has been rerouted. For those looking for a longer hike, you can continue along the Whyte Lake Trail past the lake to where it joins the Baden Powell Trail. The Whyte Lake trail is only 2.9 kilometres one way. The trail begins from the metal gate. About the Journey: This loop features Coquitlam Town Centre Park with its picturresque Lafarge Lake and the Coquitlam River grand forest trail bordering the continuous soothing sound of the river. There is so much to see here: The waterfalls at Cypress Falls, Cypress Creek (which is gorgeous), Whyte Lake, Whyte Creek, Nelson Creek and the lush rainforest that you hike through along the Whyte Lake Trail. After enjoying your time at the lake, retrace your steps back down the hill, going right at the junction onto the Trans Canada Trail, then following the gravel road back down, under the highway and back to the metal gate where you began. The trail follows the shoreline of White Rock Lake and connects may of the features and amenities within the park. Almost the perfect choice for the winter. The trail climbing uphill to Whyte Lake is tranquil and features large trees and lush forest floor but can be moderately strenuous. Great hike with beautiful scenery. Use our directionsfor this easy 2-hour hike. And the gravel roads only make up a small part of the hike. A very nice mid range hike suitable for all hiking abilities, and dogs as well! Dogs must be leashed around Whyte Lake in order to protect the sensitive ecology that surrounds the area. The loop can be done at a comfortable pace in three days, or you can allow more time to explore this part of the Sawtooth Wilderness with side trips from your camps. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until November. https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/british-columbia/whyte-lake-via-old-helipad-route-and-nelson-creek-trail. At the stop sign, turn left onto Woodgreen Drive. The Whyte Lake Trail. 8 Reviews of Whyte Lake Trail "Nice day to get out, and I had a new daypack to break in. We solved this by looping down South to Marine Drive, then back up North, and parking on Cranley Drive. The Whyte Lake Trail leads off of the Baden Powell Trail just minutes from Horseshoe Bay and follows Whyte Creek southeast to meet up with the Trans-Canada Trail. The trailhead for Whyte Lake is located near Highway #1 in West Vancouver, just east of Horseshoe Bay. good first hike for the year, the viewpoint is a pretty nice waterfall - make sure to hit it. Legend goes that Whyte Lake Trail is named after Colonel Albert Whyte who in 1914 pushed for the original name of the area, White Cliff City to be changed to Whytecliff. Lighthouse Park, West Vancouver This was our first trip using 105 hikes. But you have to access the trail via the Nelson Canyon Trail or via the steep trail from the Horseshoe Bay trailhead. On average it takes 37 minutes to complete this trail. The park is accessed by Whyte Lake Trail, from Westport Road just south of the Upper Levels Highway at Nelson Canyon. Other reviews mention that the trail is hard to follow. Whyte Lake Trail is a 1,394 m green singletrack scenic trail located near West Vancouver British Columbia. Dogs are permitted off-leash on the Trans Canada Trail section of this hike, however dogs must be leashed on the Whyte Lake trail section. Directions: Park in the Whyte lake parking lot. Should you wish to splash in, the pathway’s passage by Kennydale Beach Park offers another opportunity. Although we try to keep information as current as possible, www.vancouvertrails.com makes no warranty or representation as to the availability, quality, fitness for purpose, conditions or accuracy of the information provided with respect to this trail or trails. The trail follows the Trans Canada Trail route, diverges westward through old growth trees, follows Whyte Creek and ends at Whyte Lake. Cypress Falls and Whyte Lake Loop is a 12.7 kilometer moderately trafficked loop trail located near West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is rated as moderate. I have a longer post about the Whyte Lake trail here. At times the trail is hard to follow on the north side of the eastern loop. Be aware no water tap anywhere - or we didn't find it! The short trail travels up through the beautiful Nelson Canyon and ends at a small lake. It continues to climb at a more gradual rate as you enjoy the second growth forest. Immediately after passing under the highway, turn right into a gravel parking area and park in a spot as close to the metal gate as possible. The trail starts under the highway and quickly climbs up a steep hill before crossing the creek and traversing the hill side. Not long after passing over a second wooden bridge, the trail reaches a sign pointing to Whyte Lake to the right.