Registration & Permits
For hikers that wish to hike over Robson Pass from Jasper National Park, ending at the Berg Lake trailhead,
you will need to register at the Mount Robson Visitor Centre prior to commencing your hike if you plan to camp
.
Are you allowed to camp anywhere on the Appalachian trail?
Dispersed camping is allowed on roughly half of the Trail
, with the largest area of land open to dispersed camping concentrated on U.S. Forest Service lands; specific guidance may differ in each forest. No dispersed camping is allowed on the A.T. in the states of Maryland, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
Why is Berg Lake closed?
Berg Lake Trail is closed for 2022
Several bridges are missing or damaged, much of the trail is unsafe for public access
, and the Robson River may change course as it did in 2021.
Is Berg Lake open?
The Berg Lake trail is
open year round
, but front country camping is closed for the year.
Can you hike Berg Lake in a day?
We had no camping reservations and none of our camping equipment with us, so we decided to do the trail in one day.
Doing the Berg Lake Trail in a day is definitely doable
, and if you only have a short amount of time I would encourage any experienced hiker or trail runner to do so.
How difficult is Berg Lake Trail?
Difficulty:
Moderate, especially if you split the ascent to Berg Lake over two days
. What to Bring: I've got a complete Berg Lake Trail packing list for you. Location: Mount Robson Provincial Park in the Canadian Rockies, 1 hour west of Jasper.
Why is Berg Lake Trail closed?
The Berg Lake Trail in Mount Robson Provincial Park was
substantially damaged by a flood in summer 2021
and remains unsafe for public use. The entire trail will be closed throughout 2022 as parks staff and partners continue to assess the significant damage and begin repairs.
Is Berg Lake Trail Open 2022?
Berg Lake Trail
closed for 2022
The Berg Lake Trail is closed throughout 2022 due to the extensive damage caused by flooding in 2021.
Where is Berg Lake Canada?
Berg Lake is a lake
on the Robson River just below the river's source located within Mount Robson Provincial Park, at the doorstep of the north face of Mount Robson
, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. It is partly fed by the Berg Glacier.
What is stealth camping on the Appalachian Trail?
Stealth camping is
camping at a non-designated campsite, sometimes called ‘wild camping' or ‘dispersed camping. ‘
In reality, a stealth campsite should be where no one can see you and no one could ever tell you were there.
Do you have to sleep in shelters on the Appalachian Trail?
They vary in size and often can fit at least six people. But don't depend on these shelters being available.
It is wise to bring a personal shelter along for your hike
, as designated shelters often fill up quickly in bad weather.
Do you have to stay in shelters on the Appalachian Trail?
Do I Have to Stay at Shelter Areas?
No, you don't have to
. Sometimes there are marked campsites along the Appalachian Trail that don't have shelters but are still equipped with camping amenities. You could also set up your tent close to the shelter and not stay inside.
Can you drive to Berg Lake?
It is possible for a relatively fit hiker, but it is recommended to do over two days. Can you drive to Berg Lake?
Unfortunately no, you'll have to hike in
.
When can I reserve Berg Lake Trail?
| Trail/Park When to Reserve Where to Reserve | Berg Lake Closed in 2022 Online or Phone | West Coast Trail January 21, 2022 Online or Phone | Rockwall Trail January 28, 2022 Online or Phone | Lake O'Hara February 3, 2022 (camping)/March 1-30, 2022 (bus lottery) Online or Phone |
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Where should I stay before Berg Lake hike?
If you have the luxury of spending 3 nights on the Berg Lake trail I do recommend to take it easy and booking the first night at the
Emperor Falls campground or Marmot campground
then the next 2 nights on the Berg lake campground or Rearguard.
Do you need a day pass for Kinney Lake?
Locals hoping to do a quick hike to Kinney Lake will need a day-pass this summer, as the government continues its day-pass program for five popular B.C. parks.
Is Mount Robson worth it?
We are great walkers, and enjoy occasional 5-7k runs. Usually we walk 10-12 km in hour, or max 90 min. It took us close to 4 hours to hike to Kinney Lake and back.
It's not difficult trail, but scenery is breathtaking, and you probably wouldn't want to hike it faster.
Where is Prince George Mount Robson?
Prince George-Valemount is a provincial electoral district in
British Columbia, Canada
, established by the Electoral Districts Act, 2008 out of most of Prince George-Mount Robson and small parts of Prince George North, Prince George-Omineca and Cariboo North.
When can you book camping in BC 2022?
When the new reservation service opens on
March 21, 2022, at 7 a.m. (Pacific time)
, people will be able to reserve a campsite up to two months before their desired arrival date at most campgrounds.
Can Albertans camp in 2022 BC?
Reservations can be made in a 2-month rolling window with arrival dates up to May 21, 2022
. This means that on March 21st you can book a campsite for any stay from March 21st through May 21st. If you want to start camping on May 21st, you will be able to book all following nights of your trip at the same time.
When should I book Mount Assiniboine?
Reservations are required during peak season (
June 26 – September 30)
for all overnight stays in the core area of Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park (Magog Lake and Og Lake campgrounds). Please check current snowpack conditions before reserving a tent pad at the beginning of peak season.
