Lillian Lake 'Hot Lunch' Hike - Sat, Oct 26 2024

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Lillian Lake 'Hot Lunch' Hike (10/26/2024)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Lillian Lake - Spray Valley Provincial Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Oct 26 2024 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Oct 25 2024 4:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

5 hours + driving

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Shelley R
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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

14 (Log in to see who's signed up.)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Total Distance: 12 km
Elevation Gain: 475 m
Pace: Moderate (3 - 4km / hr; slower on the hills, faster on the flats)

Let's get out and continue to enjoy the beautiful fall we've been having with a hot 'picnic' lunch at Lillian Lake. If you have never backcountry camp, this will also give you a look at one of our more 'glampy' backcountry sites.:)

We'll start at the Galatea Day Use area and hike up to the Lillian Lake backcountry campground so we can make use of the cooking area tables to boil water for hot drinks and lunches (if you wish).

The trail alternates between gradual and steep inclines, following the creek up to the lake. Trail shoes or light hiking boots are both good for this one, as it's very well worn. We'll aim for a steady pace to keep people warm, but quick photo stops are welcome. If you are a fast hiker that prefers to hike well ahead of the group, this is not a good fit. The group will be staying together at the coordinators pace for this one. Note that most of the hiking will be in the shade, as we are in the tree line the whole time, but there are lovely views of Galatea Creek along the way.

For lunch, we'll set up two backcountry stoves to boil water for hot drinks and / or lunches by the lake. Those who are interested can bring powder and a mug for a hot drink and/or a dehydrated (just add water) backcountry camping meal (my plan). If you are new to those, I can recommend some excellent ones! Cold lunches and thermos lunches are welcome as well - the choice is yours!

After lunch, we'll head back down to the cars for a late afternoon return to the carpool. Note that because of the time needed for lunch, we will not be doing a side trip to Galatea Lakes on this outing - we're keeping it short.

Required Items to Bring:
Water
Lunch / snacks
Extra water or filter if boiling
Hiking boots or trail shoes
Non-cotton layers
Rain gear / toque / gloves - even if sunny!
Kananaskis Conservation Pass (if driving)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Hot lunch (freeze dried or thermos)
Stove / fuel (if we need a third)
Extra water if you plan to boil some
Hot chocolate powder
Dry shirt for lunch
Hiking poles
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
First-aid kit
Camera
Bear Spray
Padded sit-upon
Headlamp (in case we are delayed)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Head west on Hwy 1 (Trans-Canada) and continue to the Hwy 40 exit. Continue ~40km. The trailhead will be signed as 'Galatea' on the right. We'll re-group in the parking lot near the trail head / outhouses.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

150Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $49.50 (calculated at total Km * $0.33, effective Sunday, May 10, 2026). This is based on $0.16/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.

Notes:

If you are unable to drive to the carpool, contact the coordinator and I’ll see if you are able to carpool from the city with another member.

Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip.

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