Mt Cheam Hiking Trail, Chilliwack, BC

Distance: 9km return.

Time: 4-5 hours

Elevation gain: 632m

Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult

Description: A moderate hike through alpine meadows offering a breathtaking view of Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley. Best in July/August.

Photos: coming soon

How to get there:
Take Highway 1 Exit 119A (Sardis/Vedder). Travel south on Vedder Rd. until you reach the Vedder Bridge.

From the Vedder River Bridge set your odometer at zero and travel up Chilliwack Lake Road. At the 27km mark, turn left onto Foley Forest service road. Travel 2km, cross over Foley Creek bridge, then turn left at the T junction. Drive 2km, travelling over Chipmunk Creek bridge. Shortly after this bridge turn right (uphill) on the main logging road (Chipmunk Forest Service road). Travel 7km and turn right up a
steep road for 4km until you get to the parking area.

Notes:
You'll need a 4x4 (or something with pretty good clearance) to get to the parking area and trailhead of the Mount Cheam hike. The last 11km of the approach road is steep and has many deep cross ditches. You're gonna love this classic BC hike. If you haven't done it, put it near the top of your list.

See event description on calendar page for pre-departure meeting place for when the club is doing this hike next.

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Hiking Trail Reviews:

Cody C says about the Mount Cheam Hike:
"This is a great hike! I did it a number of years ago, and still remember it clearly. The drive up is the worst part, for sure. Also, if going during the summer, wear sunscreen. A burn really sucks (I know from experience). Also, an insect repellant for flies (both black and horse) is a great idea. Although mosquitoes can't fly high enough, the flies can, and are plentiful up there. Also, the smog may limit your view of the valley, but on a good day, it may be possible to pick out individual buildings. I loved it, and plan to go again in the future." (submitted February 2007)

Jim H says about Mt Cheam

"I climbed Mt Cheam when I was about 13. Since that time I have wanted to go back up. Everytime I drive down to the coast I stare up at Cheam and go how the heck do I get to it. That view is a permanant fixture in my brain."

 

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