March 02, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Revelstoke, Hiking
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Mt. McCrae has a BC forestry campsite located high up in the alpine. The best part is that you drive most of the way up the mountain, so it is perfect for those just beginning to backpack.
After reaching the 'end of the road' a nice short hike (couple of hours) finds you in paradise. One large glacial lake, and a couple of smaller ones can be found. There are a couple of tent pads with great views, and fire rings as well. And the outhouse (complete with venting, and a nice high platform with steps - to allow access in summer and winter) overlooks the main lake. I almost chose a photo of that, but there aren't as many people out there who love a good outhouse with a spectacular view.
The photo I chose is simply my tent on it's tentpad, and the view I got to wake to.
March 02, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Revelstoke, Kayaking & Canoeing
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Some girlfriends and I decided that we wanted to go "tripping". So we planned meals, got organized and got out in our canoes for the weekend. We decided to paddle a section of Lake Revelstoke, as some of the girls only had flatwater experience.
We put in at the Goldstream and pulled out at the Downie Loop. We had two days of seeing nothing but wild places and wildlife. It was easily one of the most memorable experiences of my life.
I had a really hard time choosing just one photo, but the one I selected was a nice little lunch stop we made along the way.