Posted: September 20, 2018 07:16:26 AM PST. We found walking sticks near the entrance and left them and extras when we left. Shares the parking lot of Murrin Park. Seegs. It took us 6 hours total with a few detours and a long break up at the top. Fun trail, challenging in some sections but manageable as long as you take your time. There is currently NO connector trail to the Sea to Sky Gondola even though it is clearly marked on the Sea to sky Gondola trail app.Also the trail from petgill to Shannon falls is marked but clearly lost to mother nature. The logging operation uses orange tags and spray paint to mark their trees, which is really unfortunate. This viewpoint overlooks The Chief, Squamish Estuary and Mount Garibaldi. Previous Next. Great hike! Photo: P etgill Trail is a well-shaded trail that gives you the pleasure of entering a scenic wilderness area. MEET At murrin provincial park The retreat began bright and early on Sunday morning. Make sure you go around the rock for second part of it. -FOLLOW THE ORANGE TREE MARKERS and ORANGE FLAGGING TAPE - this will be your saving grace when in the forest. Petgill Lake? Your email address will NOT be displayed on the site. First is finding the trail entrance. https://www.alltrails.com/parks/canada/british-columbia/murrin-provincial-park Once you've turned right at the first aid sign, hike maybe 10 minutes up the logging road. Cars not parked in designated parking areas are subject to towing. There were also other arrows at the beginning of the logging road, at the fork, and other spots, but if you follow the above you'll be just fine. The logging road is now deactivated and hiking during the week is acceptable. Trail usage in the Sea to Sky Corridor spiked this year, presumably because the pandemic made it one of the few safe ways to recreate safely. You will come to a junction in the road. Much more enjoyable than fighting the tour bus like crowds at Garabaldi or Joffre lakes. The parking lot at Murrin Park is also an access point for the Petgill Lake trail. Sit on the rocky ledge and enjoy the view. We finally realized we picked the wrong path when we pretty much read the end .. which was a dead end and realize the orange markers we've been following were old markers for the logging road and was not leading to the trail/lake. The viewpoint is just off to the left of the trail. Becoming a Patron through Patreon unlocks all sorts of membership benefits and rewards. Saw a bit of clear cutting and heard a chainsaw in the far off distance at one point but was still very pleasant especially once you get to the lake and viewpoint. Does anyone know - are they still logging on the trail during the week? I hiked this trail yesterday, Sunday, 17 Aug 2014. It was pleasant to experience a trail with absolutely no bugs. The mid section of the hike is spent hiking up what was an old, overgrown logging road, but due to recent activity is back to an active logging road. Hiked up to Petgill Lake today (May 6, 2016), it was a great hike! This is a much more difficult trail, running about 11.5 kilometres through the forest up to Petgill Lake. If you look out for these arrows at the intersections you shouldn't get lost like we did! -Definitely go up to the lookout, there is a trail past the rocky outcropping that looks over the lake. It's comparable to 3rd Peak Chief, High Falls, or Lynn Peak. During the summer, the parking lot can get very busy. form. Now they are ACTIVE logging & the DESTRUCTION is really SAD!! It took us 4.5 hours round trip and that included a break at the viewpoint, and a hike around Petgill Lake. When you get to the Lakeview, make sure you take the extra 30 minute and continue to the viewpoint! Spoke to a friend who had also been here on a previous occasion, and he also ran into similar difficulties, so at least it wasn't just me! If you head clockwise around the lake from this point, you'll soon see another trail that splits off to the left. Just to clarify some of the previous comments: 1) when you get to the logging road turn right to follow the road heading up hill. There is a left-turn lane you can pull into, to safely make the turn into the parking lot. Regardless of the logging road, the rest of the hike provides a good challenge, beautiful forest, and a rewarding view at the top. The Health 202: States are receiving vaccines based on the size -- not the risk -- of their populations. And afterwards there is another good climb in the forest. Total Distance: 11.5 km (return) Estimated Time: 6 hours: Average Grade: 11.2%: Structure: Linear - Return: Elevation Gain: 645 m: Start Elevation: 130 m: Max Elevation: 775 m: Directions. It is transit-friendly. Worthy to hike to the lookout as its only a few minutes from the lake. Von Mapcarta, die freie Karte. Email parks@ingham.org or call 517-676-2233. Even though it was a long weekend the trail wasnt crowded at all. It is now deactivated and torn up along one side, leaving about a 4’ wide section for hiking. Petgill Lake. Did this hike today, passed about 10 other people. 3 hours up, 1.5 hours down! By the time we were back was 2.45pm. Another kilometer past that the trail resumes into the woods on the left hand side. Went up on Sunday April 2nd. The weather was nice and sunny. Petgill Lake . By: naturelover4ever. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Only confusing part is an open area with a lot of flagging tape (pink, orange, white, yellow coloured) on the trees in every direction. Even though the trail is slightly intense, it's very enjoyable with a mix of switchbacks, gravel road and overgrown sections. Lake Pflugerville closed following latest COVID-19 orders Talk 1370 Newsroom 6/26/2020. The lake itself was nothing spectacular. There are plenty of rocks and roots and the trail is somewhat overgrown. Want to connect with other local hikers? Suggest starting early as car park was packed with swimmers. -There is a small dock by the lake that you can swim off, beware as it is very unstable in places, again use good judgement. The trail is overgrown but you can EASILY walk through this section. The sign shows "no trail", but it is the true entrance from the logging road to petgill lake. There are also several trail tape markers to show that entry back into the woods. Myself being 56 yrs and the slowest in the group. Does anyone know why The Petgill lake hike trail is closed from Monday to Friday? At the 1.3-kilometer mark, or about 30 minutes in, there is a viewpoint if you pay attention. The entrance to the hike was a bit overgrown. There is a big sign that says 'Trail Closed Monday to Friday', which indicates the entry point back into the forest and onwards to Petgill Lake! The trail is very well marked and took us about 5 1/2 hours total, and that includes stopping to take pictures, and spending a good half hour at the final view point for lunch. The last third of the trail up to the lake is pretty straight forward. A ‘Neverland’ for hikers . This is where the gravel road part begins. My dog (large, fit, and experienced on trails) had no trouble with the scrambly bits. Keep an eye out for them because they can be very helpful just in case. A few comments/updates to add: 1) The trail head begins around 200m (not 100m) from the Murrin Park intersection. Petgill Lake? At 5.5 km, and a little over 2 hours of hiking, you will come to a junction. the lake itself and the viewpoint, very satisfying end points. Beautiful Sunday and we only came across 10 other people the entire time. Join the Outdoor Vancouver Slack Channel to chat about trail suggestions, current hiking conditions, and all things related to hiking around Vancouver and B.C. In case you're wondering, the best place to eat is right where you emerge from the trail and can see the lake (there is an open rock area). View is nice from up top, and don't be surprised if you don't see anyone else on the trail. Approx. See more of BC Hydro on Facebook Loved this hike!! There is a big sign that says 'Trail Closed Monday to Friday', which indicates the entry point back into the forest and onwards to Petgill Lake! From the viewpoint, you have great views of Howe Sound. Steve at Petgill Lake: “This trip brought me back to the early days of Wanderung. Trail is marked with orange reflective squares. This was a great hike. Petgill Lake est située au sud de Shannon. Click following button or element on the map to see information about it. The trails is narrow, and steep for the 1st hour and 40 mins, then tapers off a bit as your reach the lake area. I truly enjoyed the company of my seven companions (interesting in the “good way”) as we hiked up to the this classic “two-payoff” hike. You will cover a series of ups and downs, including crossing a large ravine and passing through some boulders. The trail leads you onto a logging road -- follow it up 30-40 min (not down) until you see a large first aid sign. I carefully made my way across, but upon reaching an obstacle half-way through that couldn't reasonably be stepped around, I thought better of it and turned around. Took 5 hours total with lunch and a swim at the top. Hiked up to the lake today, there is still a lot of compact snow during the last 20 minutes. The logging road is also extremely muddy, so wear hiking shoes if you can. The critical point where we made our mistake wasn't obvious until our trip back down the mountain. The reader is warned that it is unreasonable to rely solely upon the above information. I'm tired of people not taking this thing seriously. Hello, i've done the trail today Sunday. -Continue to follow the orange tree markers over several ravines, you will also pass over an exposed rock surface and down a steep trail into another ravine before making your way up to Petgill Lake (about 10-20 minutes from exposed rock face) -You will start to see metal signs for Petgill Lake mounted on trees and from here its very straightforward. The second third of the way up was along the logging road. Kristina MortgageDiva Berg from Langley writes: Hike is steep right off the start. It's also a nice quiet trail - we saw 4 other parties in total throughout the day. We got there at 8 a.m. and there was ample parking. There is a myriad of trail markers and no well-defined path. The first 10 minutes of the trail is really the only tricky part, ascending quickly and involving some minor rock climbing. The instructions were accurate. While the trail around the lake is flat and easy the trail up to the viewpoint is quite steep in parts. This hike was on the hard side of intermediate for sure, I would suggest poles if you have them. Viewpoint beyond the lake is really amazing. Required fields are marked *. It's challenging enough but not too much and the view at the end is beautiful. The Petgill Lake trail is a superb trail if you want to enjoy the stunning scenery of the Pacific Northwest. You can't miss it this way! 7:42. Questions or comments can Good trail conditions, some mud, but overall a pleasant, quiet hike with a nice viewpoint! The trail in the forest has the orange markers and tape, just make sure to keep a close eye on them. 4,820 m black diamond singletrack trail. On the left they lead into the trees, alongside the face of the cliff - I explored this first. If you have any fear of heights, it might freak you out abit climbing along the ledges. I made my way north trough it behind the large rock face and got to the actual trail. Looking for the “two creeks” as described is no longer helpful. I If one can follow those, it's hard to get lost. It used to be such a beautiful , not strenuous hike. HELP! Unbeknownst to us, there were actually arrows that someone had built along the gravel with rocks and branches pointing us in the right direction. Here is the video: https://youtu.be/lIiqLh-p-aU. The Petgill Lake Trail becomes single-track again and begins climbing sharply. 2) You will reach a 4 way junction - head straight through 3) Continue until you see the first aid sign, take a right at this T-junction 4) On the left you will find the entrance back to the trail it is currently marked with the same "warning this trail is closed M-F" sign as you find at the trailhead by the highway. Petgill Lake . No particular reason, just felt like it :). Unbeatable view of Howe Sound. Hi Friends! Exit the first section of the trail at the start of the new logging area. Ages 17 to 56, on June 14/2015 After finding the entrance on the other side of the highway across from Murrin Prov Park it is about 35 to 40 minutes to the first viewpoint. This one is even closer to Vancouver, sitting in the mountains above Britannia Beach. Definitely not a hike for beginners - there are some pretty tough scrambles at points. Haha yeah. We missed the turn off for the view point and ended up on the trail to shannon falls instead. Hike starts at the gate. The lake and views were not as “spectacular” as other hikes in the area but still well worth the trip. Petgill Lake trail leads to a small lake. About midcalf-knee depth by the time you're close to the lake. For our full website terms and conditions including our legal guidelines for user postings and comments on www.vancouvertrails.com, please see our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The lake is a gorgeous place for lunch and swim - take a small towel to dry off. Our plan was simple. Maia at Petgill Lake: Another trail leading from Snowshoe heads toward Twin Lakes, the Blakiston Valley Trail, Lone Lake and beyond to the Tamarack Trail and Rowe Lakes. A post shared by Sean L. Lafferty (@seanl.lafferty) on Aug 10, 2016 at 1:10pm PDT. Four hundred or so meters on there is a four way intersection, proceed straight through. I prefer this view to the view from the chief because you see less of the buildings in Squamish. also when you come across the logging area just stick to the left and avoid heading down into the mess..I think the trail is supposed to head down there but it's covered with trees so it's difficult to get around. The trail head can be a bit deceiving. We got lost at the old logging road and at one of the fork there were orange markers on both sides. This hike has a few things going for - it's fairly close to Vancouver (you park at Murin lake, before Squamish), it is apparently open more of the year than most hikes and there is a lake. Keep looking for a sign on the left that says TRAIL CLOSED Mon - Fri. Actually, someone cut the word "CLOSED" out of the sign. We did not have any difficulty following up the trails since, there are clear signs in the form of arrows on the ground that are made up of rocks and sticks. Some of the other comments and myself included, got lost trying to find our way back into the forest. Returning to the fork, I explored the path the other marker lead - further into a sort of gully. Rating: ModerateDistance: 11 kmNet Elevation Change*: 630 mHighest Point: 770 mTime Needed: 6 HoursType: Out-and-back, Season: March – OctoberDogs Allowed: YesEst. Lake completely frozen over. team; privacy Footing is difficult in sections during this beginning stretch of trail. At a couple parts there is obvious clear cutting going on which is unfortunate. We ventured off the trail through the dead fall and could see a lot of clearing that has already been done. Posted: September 11, 2015 11:05:25 PM PST. If you find our content helpful, please support us via PayPal or Patreon. You follow the path of destruction for some way until the trail heads off on the left in to the forest again. Make sure to keep an eye out for the little red arrow that points to the view point trail! Other than those tricky areas, the trails within the forrest are marked reasonably to at least fairly well. That will NOT take you around the lake. Once you past the first aid sign, walk some more until see a tree with a diamond marker and route sign as you approach on your left as you walk up; this is your entrance back into the forest and onto the trail. Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. It would have been a good idea to cool off in ghe lake having a swim. The trail starts on the other side of the highway from the parking lot of Murrin Lake Provincial Park. A few trees on the side of the road will have orange spray paint on their trunks. Made the same mistake as another person, took a wrong turn right in the beginning of the trail. After a few minutes you’ll come out onto a rocky ridge and see Petgill Lake below. November 29, 2017 November 29, 2017 hikemoreworryless857692318 Leave a Comment on Petgill Lake Hike Petgill Lake Hike Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. My GPS (MapMyHike) showed closer to 18k. From the road, you will make a left, thru the woods when u see a sign similar to the one that you saw when entering the trail from the hwy. Be sure to go right. The lake is alright, but the viewpoint alone is worth the hike! Hi SarahZ. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Overall, I would rate this difficult because it is very overgrown, making it a difficult hike. Here is a look inside the day. The lake has a very muddy bottom so we didn't go in, even though we had wanted to. While the view isn’t as dramatic as The Chief or Tunnel Bluffs, it is still awe-inspiring. Turn right, do not go straight (although there is a nice view of Squamish about 10 minutes down this road!). Only saw a few people on a sunny summer Sunday. I just wish it was a hike we left for a bit later to warm up with some easier ones first! And even worse, there was a few flags which made us think we were going in the right direction. It also doesn't have lots of views (a few). Minimal break was taken at the lake due to very rainy weather. Rest of the trail was fantastic. The logging road has directional arrows made of rocks & branches, which clearly show the direction to take. May 20 2010. It's a very nice trail. @ A - as others have posted, the trails are closed during the work week due to the active logging roads. Statistics. Looks like the logging road will be active till Oct 2014. It took us about 5,6 hours including the lunch stop. Le sentier longe un lac et sa difficulté est évaluée comme difficile. Look for Picture 1 below, as the small washed out sign for the trial is directly before a road sign that notes a passing lane for 23km. The reader is warned that it is unreasonable to rely solely upon the above information. Well marked trail. At most, we waited for around a minute to find an opportunity to rush to the other side of the highway. Follow the orange trail markers and bring a watch so that you know when the top part of the trail off the logging road should be coming up. There is a faded sign on a tree which indicates the trail is for Goat Ridge (an additional 2 hours from here). If you plan to stop there,(very nice view) you can go anytime of the week as you are not passing into the logging area. Agree with the intermediate rating except for the first 15 mins where you’re literally on all fours pulling yourself up a rock face. It's quite old and hardly legible but if you're paying attention, you shouldn't miss it. The walk in the woods is pretty good. You will continue climbing with a large rock wall on your left. -the path continues on: DO NOT KEEP GOING ON THE PATH like we did. The sign does not say Petgill or anything about the continuation of the trail. Petgill Lake is beautiful. Your email address will not be published. -Bring bug spray as there are lots of bugs around the standing water. Tips and Tricks: -It says no camping but there were remnants of a fire and tent site when we got to the lake... use good judgement. The majority of the time I was walking over small fallen trees that seem to have been recently chainsawed (photo #1). A decent hike. Tweet LinkBack: Thread Tools: post #1 of Old 01-11-2007, 11:01 PM Thread Starter. We were there today and did not want to risk hiking. This is your best landmark if there are no arrows to guide you to the trail. Archived. It starts with a climb up a bushy slope on the east side of busy Highway 99. A magic, straight forward tramp. You can either go around the lake (lake loop is another hour) or just out to the viewpoint and back. After lunch head down to the lake and take a peak. Petgill Lake 06/08/12. We hiked this trail today and it was lovely - no snow, easy to follow (markers a little sparse on the way back down). Overall, the hike was fun. Outdoor Vancouver © 2020Disclaimer: The information in this website should not be taken as accurate, complete or up-to-date. Posted: November 30, 2011 07:11:44 AM PST. We found all the flagging tape confusing and on the way down got lost and had to bushwack for 2 hours to find a suitable spot to reach the highway (very relieved!). Taking Ryan in Yaletown's advice to get up there before the logging trashed the trail. Didn't see anyone else the whole time. You will see the signs for Murrin Provincial Park and you will also see Browning Lake on your left. Stop at the log with the sunburned marker nailed into it and take a careful look up the rock face and you'll see your first bright orange diamond shape marker. The trail is geared towards an intermediate skill level. I enjoyed a lot but I wouldnt do it again. TLDR: when in doubt, pick the path to the right. Worth the exhausting hike up. Trailhead starts across from Murin Park. 212.231.9041 hello@lananewyork.com. Once across, walk north up the side of the highway, towards Squamish, for a few hundred meters. A couple of gals and another couple got sidetracked on the way up too. We were two girls alone in the forest, and we saw some signs for bear trap, so we decided to turn around and give up. Petgill Lake trailhead sign. You don't need to be a professional athlete and we'll all start together as friends, and finish together as friends. Just climb over a few logs and you'll be back on the proper trail. OFFROADING AND HIKING TO THE PEAK OF MOUNT CHEAM - Duration: 7:02. Did this hike on the weekend. Some signs would be nice. The entry point for the trail is no longer so obvious, as the road apparently used to fizzle out at this point, but now it keeps going. Nice little hike. The beginning of the trail and the end (Lake) are nice. From the lookout, you can see Howe Sound and the Tantalus mountain range. Always carry The Essentials and fill out a trip plan. Posted by 9 months ago. MOUNTAIN HIKE – TO PETGILL LAKE! When you reach the lookout you will see magnificent views of Howe Sound, arguably better than the chief! Had the trails to ourselves on the way up, and saw about 12 people on the way down. , but do continue on to the trail left, this helps petgill lake closed clarify tricky. 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