Ref: Best Hikes BC
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Driving to Langdale to catch the ferry to Vancouver.
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Snowshoe
trip: RT 4.0 (includes Tim Jones Peak); 1.5 up. This highpoint is a
popular destination
for snowshoers and skiers; it is likely the best winter hike on the
North Shore. Pump Peak is the first of Mount Seymour's three summits.
Ski tourers with a lift ticket can easily reach it from the Brockton
chairlift; however, most people walk up from the parking lot at the
base of the ski hill. A well-packed boot
track is a testament to its popularity; navigational poles to Brockton
Point take away
all route-finding concerns. Beyond this point, ski tourers and snowshoers can choose varied lines of
ascent. Either way, it is wise to check avalanche bulletins before
venturing further. I planned to go to Vancouver to meet up with Milan
as he returned from a trip. I left earlier for a mountain getaway
before another long stint at work. When I
tried to book a spot to park at Mount Seymour, there was no more
availability; hence,
I reserved a seat on the ski area's shuttle. I'm glad this affordable
option is available; it is hassle-free. I hiked up to Brockton Point
with hoards of hikers;
the highlight was seeing a Springer Spaniel having a great time. Then,
I accessed the summit from the west side; numerous
people were already at the top. I took pictures, then carried on to Tim
Jones Peak.
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Trailhead kiosk at the base of Mount Seymour.
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Well-packed trail despite a recent snowfall.
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Pump Peak comes into view.
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Looking towards Vancouver.
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The objective from Brockton Point.
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The Olympic Peninsula in the distance.
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Crown Mountain on the left and West Lion in the middle.
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To the north, Meslilloet Mountain steals the view.
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Tim Jones Peak.
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