Went to the right at the meadow area but didn’t get the greatest view. This hike in B.C. Definitely come again to do reverse loop to go from lindmann. Great views, we camped overnight and had the place to our self,it was great.The trail was much harder… To your left there is a gate and you’ll see a sign for Post Creek and the Lindeman/Greendrop Hikes. We're not around right now. Don’t Hike Chilliwack. Description: A steep hike that first zig zags up to a saddle overlooking Chilliwack lake and after traversing some alpine, drops down into Flora lake. Flora Lake Hike Report. If you reach the Chilliwack Lake campground, you’ve gone too far. Dirve east on Highway 1, take Exit 119A (Sardis ,Cultus Lake). Views at Flora Peak were surreal!It was +30 degrees today which definitely increased the challenge, definitely pack lots of water and load up on snacks. Already tagged. Steep sections but great lake workout. Flora Lake Trail is a 9.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The Trail will ultimately circle Lake James. Can't wait to go back and finish it on a better day ! This story map was created with the Story Map Cascade application in ArcGIS Online. There is an alternate route that makes a loop by going down to the Lindeman/Greendrop trail and taking you back to the parking area. If you've been to Lindeman lake, you've walked past the Flora lake trail head. The section of the trail starting at the base of Flora continuing all the way to the lake is very unsafe during this time of year as the sun no longer hits the north side of Flora where there are several lengthy sections of rock slide that are covered in a layer of ice from moisture and rain. Gorgeous lakes but slow going on the trail when crossing the boulder fields after Flora Lake. Challenging hike right from 400 meters onwards. Loved every minute of challenging hike. Notes: Good leg burner. You definitely want a sturdy hiking shoe, and if your knees are a problem, honestly skip this half, and go down the way you came up. Top 9 Hiking Trails in Chilliwack For Kids (Ages 6 and 12), Take A Summer Digital Detox in 5 Easy Steps, How To Connect with Hikers, Track Hikes, and Get Motivated with Strava. We will hike among the granite rocks, pine/fir forest, and alpine meadows in the Sierras. Approx -5-7 hours return to go to the ridge and back as shown in the map on this page. Nice trail, once you get out of the trees the views are amazing! Best Time To Go: Mid July to October We started at 8am and was able to find parking easily. all in all, a gorgeous hike, but next time I will not be doing it as a loop. Friends told me it was way more worthwhile to just go to the peak and I would agree. 12 hours well worth it. Azalea Lake, looking south. Nothing To See Here. Timeline Photos. You can skip this side trip but just staying straight on the trail towards the lake. Bring water – this trail does not follow a stream. Be prepared for a lot of climbing and sweating. Included in the trail is a loop around Lake James. I will try next time. Quiet trails lead along forested bluffs and untrod beaches to Blacklock Point, a headland where time seems to have stopped centuries ago. There should be some cars parked along the road (other hikers) when you get there. Follow the PCT to an unmarked spur trail on the right to Azalea Lake and Flora Lake. Floras Lake is well known as a destination for fans of wind-powered water sports. Already tagged. Some snow at the peak, but nothing to be concern about. DESCRIPTION: Start from PCT parking lot. Flora Lake Trail is a 9.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. ), Flora Lake Trail and Lindeman/Greendrop Trail Loop. Definitely would do it again (I wasn’t able to go to the Flora Peak as I probably missed the sign somewhere? The views from the top of Flora are unreal and so worth it on a nice day. We tried going to the peak but missed the trail? This trail is designed to give views of the lake and, to the north, Linville Gorge. There are a few water sources along the way which was amazing for us and the dogs. Copy the following HTML iframe code to your website: The above map shows the hike to Flora ridge and back. Difficulty: Hard – up up and more up If you start walking a couple minutes down hill you’ve missed it as there is no downhill to the peak. Great trail with a steady incline after the first few hundred meters. Authorized in 2015, the Fonta Flora State Trail will connect Morganton to Asheville with a hiking and biking trail. All of us with relatively fit persons took us 3 hours to hike the peak.25 min break on top and 2 hours to come down but we literally ran down. Azalea Lake, Flora Lake, and other nearby small lakes are alpine lakes in Tahoe National Forest and the Donner Pass Area. This is NOT a good hike to start your hiking season with. The trail starts out flat but begins a brutal ascent of 1800 m in about 4 km. The Fonta Flora State Trail (FFST) is a recreation facility that provides an unparalleled experience for people of all ages and abilities. This is a easy out and back trail to Flora Lake in Tahoe National Forest. This is another great hike for visitors. 1 Reviews of Flora Lake "Wow!I finally got to hike this trail this June, the trail is Relentless! Flora Lake is a remote lake located in the northern environs of Yosemite National Park, California, United States.The lake is located in a rugged environment that is only accessible to intrepid hikers. The lakes are surrounded by granite rocks, pine/fir forest, and alpine meadows in the Sierras. Great stamina builder and great views from halfway up. Another short scramble across some granite slabs accesses the second attraction: Flora Lake. Follow the signs to Chilliwack lake road. Hiked this in in 8hrs with a long break at Flora Peak and another one at the lake. On Saturday I went for one last hike in the mountains before I head east to the "hills" of Edmonton. At the top of the pass, you are in sub alpine meadows. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. There are several stream crossings and one lower elevation camp site a couple of hours in. When I bring the out-of-town folks on a hike, I want them to see that I live in a better place than they but not make it … Tahoe Valley Campground. Elevation gain about 430 feet. Phones don’t work. Tahoe Valley Campground. We went to Boreal Ski Ranch to pick up the Pacific Crest Trail head but instead of going north toward Castle Peak, we instead went south planning to see the three lakes … Azelea Lake, Flora Lake and Lake Angela. Carry bug spray with you. I didn’t see much going up cause it was raining and foggy. Great trail. Last Sunday Kate and I tried a new hike. Description: A steep hike that first zig zags up to a saddle overlooking Chilliwack lake and after traversing some alpine, drops down into Flora lake. Bring sunscreen! Lots of mosquitoes and flies so bring insect repellent! Already tagged. This hike is a phenomenal fitness test! This was my first time hiking the Flora Lake Trail, and our original intention was to attempt the full loop with Greendrop and Lindeman Lakes. One thing to be careful that signs are poor where one path goes to peak and other to the lake. Kiteboarders and sailboarders alike find just the right mix of elements and geography on the lake, and with the option to stay overnight in Boice-Cope County If you are planning on going to the peak do not use the All Trails map. As of April, 2019 more than 20 miles of trail have been completed including a scenic covered bridge near the Linville Boat Access. About 2.3 miles from the trailhead, enjoy views of a very large sea arch on left. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is best used from July until October. Continued on to the lake, and the loop. by Rodrigo Yanez. To enjoy fishing at Flora, you first of all need to negotiate the 7km (minimum 3 hour) hike to it, so people often make it an overnighter! Posted signs are visible, indicating straight for the Lindeman/Greendrop Trail, or right to take the Flora Lake Trail. The current condition of this section is not known. There is a bear cache. We loved trekking around Donner Pass and wanted to continue exploring the area the next day. Once you have parked your car by the road, walk around the closed gate and follow the gravel road till you see a road/path to your right. I don't want to scare people away but be prepared for some serious exercise. Limited backcountry camping (2 camp pads + some flat-ish areas, pit toilet and small bear cache) is available at Flora Lake. Start at the trailhead at the intersection of Fish Hatchery Road and NC 126. For the lake you end up going down and have to hike up a second time. Description: A steep hike that first zig zags up to a saddle overlooking Chilliwack lake and after traversing some alpine, drops down into Flora lake. Well marked. Already tagged. The sign posted there is a LIE! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Fonta Flora-MST Connector Trail. Definitely decent hiking shoes required. If you choose to stay at this park, the closest hikes to your location will be the hike to Flora Lake and the hike to Five Lakes Basin. There is still snow close to peak at about 5-6 km Mark. This will probably be the turn around point. How to get there: The previous morning my girlfriend and I participated in the festivities – a hike to the summit of Mt. Great Loop from Flora Peak down to Flora lake, then to Greendrop and Linderman lakes. Ironically, it took us the prescribed 10 hours to complete this loop. We went to the lake then hiked back up to the peak. After went to Flora Lake and back down to the parking lot. I have to admit that I really enjoyed this hike. If you’ve been to Lindeman lake, you’ve walked past the Flora lake trail head. Notes: Hiked up to 1700m and turned around as it started to snow higher up. Made it to the summit in 2.5hrs, it's a touch steep at the top, and the trail was quite dried up and dusty, so mind your step! So if you get there late. Hiking just to Flora lake ridge will reduce a lot of the uphill to do as it avoids dropping down to the lake then hiking all the way back up the ridge again. Best Time To Go: Mid July to October This would leave the more scenic portion of the loop along the lake for the back half of the hike. But you can send us an email and we'll get back to you, asap. Drive 40.5 Km from Vedder Crossing along Chilliwack Lake Road and, just beyond Post Creek, park along the widened out area of the road. Caution with narrow path along the cliffs. The hike after Lindeman gets easier, and you continue for almost 45 minutes, until you reach the fork which going left will take you to Greendrop lake (which I herd is an easier, shorter hike), and taking the right path will take you to Flora lake. The route on this page has the hiker taking a side trip up to Flora Peak on the way to the lake. (imo) The sign says ~3km to Flora lake.. it felt like at least 5. Took us 8 hours including 45mins total in breaks. Beautiful. It will take you down to the lake and around. Floras Lake House by the Sea, 92870 Boice Cope Road, Langlois, OR, 97450 541-348-2573 reservations@floraslake.com Date; August 7, 2019 Leader: Sheila Toner Photographer: Sheila Toner. Be prepared for a lot of climbing and sweating. Must have crossed 12 boulders fields in total...crazy, but fun. The first section to be built will be a 29-mile loop around one of North Carolina's premier recreation destinations, Lake James.Primarily a natural surface trail, the FFST provides users with gentle grades and spectacular views of Lake James. The first couple of hours are spent climbing switchbacks up the mountain side through lush, green forests. Once you reach Chilliwack Lake road just after crossing a bridge turn left at the three way stop and Zero your odometer. Continue another 0.7 miles to the end of Floras Lake Beach at a headland. From there, enter the Fonta Flora State Trail through the park for about 4.5 miles until your reach the Lake James Boat Launch. The PCT is well worn so its a great trail, easy rolling at around the 7200 foot level. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The lake is only separated from the ocean by a thin strip of dune and beach, so coastal winds frequently whip across this freshwater body. Flowers smelled great in the meadows. Drive 40.5 Km from Vedder Crossing along Chilliwack Lake Road and, just beyond Post Creek, park along the widened out area of the road. Time: Difficulty: Hard - up up and more up How to get there: The trail continues to traverse heather slopes with beautiful The Tahoe Valley Campground is the best place to stay if you want to check out some of the sights and sounds of South Lake Tahoe. Did hit snow, dogs were thrilled lol we had them on leash and definitely recommend it, some steep sections right off the trail. The trail to green lake is stunning and so on to lindeman. Hike through the parking lot and head west on NC 126 for a half-mile to Wolf Pit Road. Public. Judah (8,243’) and a series of commemorative lectures. Soon after, the trees start thinning and shrinking and are slowly replaced by alpine shrubs and rockier terrain. As the trees thin, you will get some great views of the valley below. Eventually you will climb onto a saddle with great views of Chilliwack lake and the surrounding peaks. The trail starts after a short walk down the Post Creek access road at the trailhead marker. But getting to the lake there’s only two tent pads. Gerry, Jason and I headed up to Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park to hike up to Flora lake which is in the same area as Lindamen and Greedndrop lakes that I hiked to previously. The peak trail head is a sharp left when you reach the meadow before going down towards the lake. Started clockwise on Lindeman Lake, after went to Greendrop lake. Beautiful day of hiking. My watch marked 24km the entire trail. I made my own spot in the grass. Was 30 degrees when we went so felt hard. HIKE DISTANCE: 5 miles total, up and back down, not a loop hike. Flora Peak Loop... counter clockwise loop up and over, then down the SW Ridge. There are a … Most beautiful hike of the year. It’s not for the faint hearted as the trail climbs 1585m to a ridge which then drop 345m down to the lake. This trail goes by Azalea Lake. If I'm being honest, it was unremarkable, and not particularly worth the effort. Other Albums. The Flora Lake trail is accessed off the same area as the Lindeman Lake Trail (see trail description). We decide to hike to Flora Lake. Continuing alongside the lake shore leads to a ridge top and a view to the east: The freeway approaches Donner Lake, with Mount Rose in the distance. We went to the peak and had 360° view, just have to make sure you watch carefully for the turn off for the peak. Chilliwack lake view on right hand side along the way. Would save this one for the late spring, summer and early fall! I had determined that I'd do the loop in a counter-clockwise direction. View from top made it all worth on nice sunny day. Bring water - this trail does not follow a stream. We were under time constraint to head back home in time. Our ladies were thankful to trekking poles. Flora Lake Trail and Lindeman/Greendrop Trail Loop is a 11.5 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. Gate: N49.09788 W121.45854: 10U 612523 5439481: Flora Lake Trailhead: N49.09940 W121.45897: 10U 612488 5439649 ©2020 Hike Chilliwack | Privacy | Terms | Chilliwack Hiking TrailsÂ. Otherwise fully marked trail along the way. 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