🏔 Trophy Meadows Overnight Backpack – Wells Gray Park

Date is subject to weather.

📍 Meet at Paul Lake Meetup Location at 8:00 AM Sat Aug 15th. Carpool to Trophy Meadows trailhead in Wells Gray Provincial Park (approx. 2.5–3 hours drive).

Sat – Trophy Meadows Trail to Sheila Lake
Begin at the Trophy Meadows trailhead and hike approximately 6.5 km one-way, gaining moderate elevation through lush subalpine meadows. We’ll set up camp at Sheila Lake, where there are 20 designated tent pads and established backcountry camping areas.

Sun – Return Hike
After a relaxing alpine morning, we’ll pack up and retrace our route back to the trailhead, another 6.5 km.

Optional: If the group is feeling adventurous and weather allows, we may add an out-and-back detour toward Trophy Mountain Ridge (5km challenging out and back from Sheila Lake) or Long Hill (3.5km Moderate out and back from Sheila Lake).

🎒 What to Bring:

Backpacking gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, stove, food)
Weather-appropriate clothing (layers for alpine weather)
Water (and filtration/purification system)
Bag to store food in bear bins.
Hiking poles (recommended)
Bug spray and sunscreen
Headlamp or flashlight
Basic first aid and emergency supplies

Note: This is a self-supported trip. All participants must be prepared for backcountry camping and travel in changing mountain weather conditions.