Once you reach the parking lot, get your kayak or rent a canoe ($50-100 for the day) and set off from the boat launch. Though it is the "easier" of the trails, it was more difficult to walk on. by Mom Activity: I couldn’t remember the last time we had a Sunday on our hands with only one child at home. The trail is open year-round and is also a good option in the shoulder seasons. Interested in a day trip that combines paddling and a scenic hike to a waterfall? wildlife viewing and canoe route, rentals at Pitt Lake park (phone ahead). Watch out for wildlife in the tall grasses. This topic has 2 replies, 3 voices, and was last updated 1 year ago by Ronald Simmer. The park has a myriad of hikes and adventures all with varying degrees of difficulty. Be Bear Aware and remember a fed bear is a dead bear, so pack out all of your garbage. by Jane Weiss Walk past the yellow gate and take the first trail to your left. Widgeon Creek is a serious meander. Looking back, if I had somehow fallen out, I don't know if I would have survived (though a friend was along). Dial in your compass heading for Pitt Lake and set course for Widgeon Creek and the incomparable Widgeon Falls. It took us an hour up-- with a lot of side paddling because the water was not deep for most of the trip. When the water levels are high you can easily paddle quite a distance up the creek towards the falls. The great thing about Widgeon Creek is that you can canoe and do a short hike to some beautiful waterfalls all in one day. Kayak/Canoe Widgeon Creek Estuary There is nothing better than to cruise flat water with rippling reflections of big snowy mountains cascading off your bow. The trek begins at the boat launch in Grant Narrows Regional Park on the southern end of Pitt Lake. Filming in Vancouver: To All the Boys I’... Vintage motorcycle exhibition this Sunday. I had built the MC13 as a tender for my Sea Pearl sailboat, but … You’ll need to bring your own boat for this one, because rentals at Grant Narrows aren’t available during the coronavirus pandemic. An American Widgeon in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming. Nice way to start and end the trip. We canoed in and camped overnight - it's a great spot that was quiet when we were there! She has always been a rather anxious child but in times of stress it can become quite acute. Extremely worth the trip, this is a great swimming hole on a hot summer day. Where: Widgeon Falls near Pitt Lake A suitable day trip for those living in Metro Vancouver, a kayak up Widgeon Creek will take you to the beautiful Widgeon Falls. The trip takes you across the Pitt River and into Widgeon Creek. The hiking trail to Widgeon Falls (2.5 miles/4 km return) is a winding affair, with several steep staircases. The Mill Creek 13 (MC13) is a sweet open-style kayak. It would be the perfect little boat around a lake cottage. We also had a pretty strong current pushing against us, even though the tide was on our side. © 2020 The Outbound Collective - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy. The road leads gently uphill to the falls and covers approximately the same distance as the trail, but for the most scenic approach, take the trail as it follows emerald-hued Widgeon Creek for … So, now you know. This family friendly and popular paddle is a must do for those wanting a wilderness experience close to home. so close to home <3 amazing BC. Bring your binoculars if you're into that kind of thing. Paddling Adventures on Widgeon Creek. From here you can hike to the beauty of Widgeon Falls. Pitt Lake/Widgeon Creek Rosie and I took advantage of the sunny sunshine yesterday and loaded up the kayaks and headed off to Pitt Lake. The Outbound works best with JavaScript enabled. There is nothing worse than crawling out of your tent in the morning to discover the tide has played havoc with your boat. It was a perfect day for an adventure. Canoeing Widgeon Creek – Pitt Meadows. The total distance is approximately a 1 hour paddle (roundtrip) and a 6km (3.7 mi) hike (roundtrip), minimal elevation gain. Within a few paddle strokes the sound of boat motors was behind me and I was marvelling at the natural beauty of the marshland, a unique waterfowl habitat and protected bird sanctuary. From there you wind through the slough until you come to the Widgeon Creek Campground. in Uncategorized Located a short distance from Vancouver, Widgeon Creek is a great location for those new to paddling. We took the "trail" on the way up. The "trail" was much more picturesque and a bit tricky to navigate at times. of paddling you will reach a fork in the creek, usually signed Widgeon Falls - follow the creek left. Widgeon Creek National Wildlife Area. Sea Kayaking Canada’s West Coast. After 1.5 hours of paddling at a reasonable pace, we arrived at the Widgeon Creek Camp Area. Widgeon Creek 1 Kayaking with Wolves 4 Broken Islands Group 6 Mayne Train 8 MEC Paddlefest 9 July Club Meeting 10 Currents Course 11 Training Schedule 12 Orca and Silver Paddle 14 Trips Schedule 15 SKABC PR presentation 16 Volunteer Appreciation … However, on flat water like Widgeon, falling out takes some good theatrical skill. American Widgeon. Life is like the ocean. 60 kilometres east of Vancouver in Pitt Meadows. Posted: October 24, 2007 10:51:58 PM PST Paddle to Widgeon Slough, a small section of Pitt Lake that is accessible via an easy and smooth paddle west from the boat launch. So a bit about the above description: It's a longer paddle than written. A great way to explore the west coast outdoors on a summer’s day is to combine a canoe trip up the peaceful waterway of Widgeon Creek followed by a short hike to a series of waterfalls known as Widgeon Falls.. Lace your way through Definitely need to be wary of the tide - we had to lift the canoe a few times on the way in for certain stretches. Our peaceful farm is nestled in Whatcom County, a perfect location from which to explore Mt. Tent pads, outhouses and a food cache are located at the Widgeon Creek Campsite. This great little 2-story, 3-bedroom, 1-bath cabin may be just what the doctor ordered! Widgeon Creek and Falls: An Easy Paddle-Hike with Optional Camping 2019-12-16T00:00:00-08:00 Chris and I had been itching to go on our first overnight kayak camping adventure since we … Rentals are available at the Grant Narrows boat launch. 9 Reviews of Widgeon Falls "This had been on my wishlist for some time (I don't own a vehicle or canoe), so was glad to finally make it happen. It's a fairly short portage, but water shoes were a must because the bed was stones instead of sand. You will find encounter it before the detour. Fanny Bay Oyster Bar Opens in Downtown Vancou... Up a Creek with a Paddle – Canoeing Widgeon Creek, Pitt Meadows. Looking for an outdoor adventure close to home? The 12km (7.5 mi) drive on Neaves Road to Pitt Lake from Pitt Meadows is one of BC's most scenic routes. It was a perfect designation for this purpose. I fondly remember my first visit to the Widgeon Valley and slough. To access Widgeon Slough you must drive to Pit Lake at Grant Narrows Regional Park. Widgeon Falls Trail Stats. A short paddle across Grant Narrows and voila – you find yourself at the mouth of Widgeon Creek. I can literally feel all of my cells come alive when I slip out on to the water. Except for Grant Narrows which is subject to the tide, it’s all smooth flatwater. Here are the pros and cons of each: I am assuming the "easy hike" referred to is the "road". Birds, bears, and deer are all possible encounters. The bad thing is the canoes rentals, at $50+ was pretty expensive. No idea what they were but they had cool tail feathers. July 2012. Important: if you are planning on bringing a dog, and they are skittish around loud noises make sure to keep them leashed. Check the Pine Cone Burke Provincial Park website for updates on trail conditions. Even more unlikely was that none of us had anywhere to go or anything urgent to do. Canoes frequently bottomed out on sand bars or pebbly areas. Follow Highway 7 east of the Pitt River Bridge or west of the Golden Ears Bridge to Harris Road, where signs point north to Pitt Lake and Grant Narrows. This adventure will take you to Bear Country. You should expect a little bit of challenge as you will have to walk up the steep hill, only to walk down it again before getting to the falls-- so three trips up the mountain instead of two. In terms of other cases of kayaking, I did Jericho Beach to Science World in a spring storm last year. There was a lot of traffic on the creek the weekend we were … Only had to get out once to float the canoe about 10 feet. Since we knew we weren't going to be able to start until later in the day, we decided to try heading out to Widgeon Creek at Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, being an short paddling distance with a hike to Widgeon falls from the campground if we felt inclined. It’s all still out there! Just a few things to add to the description above: The campsite, and start of the hike is a short paddle away. And it is much more strenuous since they closed off the walk by the river. It's short and steep. After about 30 min. My guess is the swimming area was above the falls, but we had had enough "up", so did not check it out. Dial in your compass heading for Pitt Lake and set course for Widgeon Creek and the incomparable Widgeon Falls. The detour, called "improved" on the sign, includes a few bridges with missing or loose boards and stairs no longer there. The canoe/kayak trip starts at north west corner of the Pitt-Addington Marsh in Pitt Meadows. Widgeon Creek is the destination you have been looking for! Near Vancouver, there are wonderful day-paddles around False Creek, Pitt Lake/Widgeon Creek, Paisley Island, or a short ferry-ride away in Sechelt Inlet or Thormanby Island. It can be calm or still, and rough or rigid, but in the end, it is always beautiful. On the way back we took the "road". Your trip to Widgeon Creek starts about 1 hour and 15 minutes east of Vancouver at Grant Narrows along the shores of Pitt Lake in the community of Pitt Meadows. This hike from the campsite takes approximately 5 hours round trip which does not leave enough time if you are trying to do the entire trip from the parking lot to the lake in one day. The return trip with hike included should take 5 hours, excluding however long you swim for. Ed note: Some of the logistical information may not be current; and gear has improved since publication. The Pinecone Burke Provincial Park is also a very popular destination for wilderness water activities including fishing, boating, kayaking and canoeing. Widgeon Creek - Harrison River - Deep Cove - Vargas Island - The Broken Islands. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your We're committed to building a better, more inclusive home for the modern outdoors. We went out 3 hours after low tide and did fairly well until an area about 5 minutes from reaching the campground where the entire width of the estuary was down to about an inch of water. Be warned that the creek can be quite shallow in these sections, as Pitt Lake is tidal. Interested in extending your stay? Widgeon Falls Photo: Rob Weiss. beware of tides and currents especially when crossing lake area. To say I am an avid kayaker would be an enormous understatement. The trip from the estuary across Pitt Lake was a vigorous paddle with lots of depth. It's a better place to swim than the falls, where no one was swimming. Amazing paddle beautiful view! Watch out for wildlife in the tall grasses. Rain or shine, ocean, lake or river, smooth or skillful – I love it all. I began to lose all sense of time as I meandered along the twisting and turning creek. The scenery is absolutely stunning while the location is relatively safe, making it a popular place for beginners. The estuary of Widgeon Creek at the south end of Pitt Lake at Grant Narrows is the perfect place to enjoy this sensation. Enjoy a beautiful waterfall and mountain scenery and amazing backcountry camping if you bring your gear. You kinda need to watch where other canoes are going-- many of which are rentals with inexperienced paddlers. Located on the northside of Pitt Lake, within Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, Widgeon Falls is a terrific way to spend a summer day. After about 30 min. Start with baby steps: day-paddles in your own backyard. Category: Kayaking Wellness Comes in Waves: Soothing Anxiety through Paddling Indian Arm. The Widgeon Creek campsite has ten designated sites and a hiking trail from here leads to Widgeon Falls. Difficulty: Easy Creator Topic September 8, 2019 at 8:45 pm #17652 Allan EdwinParticipant Hello everyone, I … Widgeon Anas penelope. The old Widgeon Falls Trail is currently not recommended, but hikers can access Widgeon Falls via the old roadway. Widgeon creek is actually a wildlife reserve so there are lots of birds. The massive drive-in campgrounds are usually full for most of the summer, but deep into the lake's wilderness are marine spot... An hour outside of downtown Vancouver lies the beautiful 150,000 acre Provincial Park of Golden Ears. Widgeon Falls is in Pinecone Burke Provincial Park. Hiking, Snowshoeing and Kayaking around Vancouver. And when we do it again, we would probably lunch on one of the sand bars instead of waiting until reaching camp; store our food backpack in the bear proof vaults, if one is available, hike to the swimming hole and finish with the trip to the falls. Once at the campsite, it's an easy, flat, and well-marked hike Widgeon Falls (6km/3.7 mi roundtrip). Grouse Mountain - Cypress - Seymour - The Lions - The Chief - Baker. Our goal is to give an insider’s view of Vancouver, to provide information, stories and opinions from the locals’ perspective about this great city. Now for the hike: When you get to the post that proposes the falls via the "road" or via the "trail", make an informed choice. Snow-capped mountains seemed to welcome me and mark the way. Go PRO to support our mission and get benefits like gear deals, no ads, and more! Lake Louise New Peaks: Eagle Ridge - Lake Agnes - Fairview. Don't let the word fool you-- it's a road for a Unimog. Grouse Mountain: The Grouse Grind is a very popular hike.Everyone should do it al least once. We saw some really neat ones. on June 21, 2016, Serenity while paddling Widgeon Creek Photo: Rob Weiss. There is a nice place to swim along this path that's well before the falls. Great for a hot day the water looks so inviting but freeze and so worth it!! The trail requires physical ability and canoeing / kayaking to cross the river. Raxas Books, Vancouver (1982). Area is remote but close to home. of paddling you will reach a fork in the creek, usually signed Widgeon Falls - follow the creek left. The only way to access the wildlife area is by paddle boat (Kayak or Canoe) as no motor boat accesss is permitted. Pull up and begin your quest to Widgeon Falls. Canoodle on! Pitt Lake is the second largest lake in the lower mainland and is also one of the world’s largest fresh water tidal lakes. Widgeon Creek National Wildlife Area Not far from Vancouver, one of the best places for a canoe or kayak trip is to paddle the Widgeon Valley National Wildlife Area. This tidal freshwater lake is the largest of its kind in the world. Remember to bring your own water and pack out your garbage. This trail is beside the gun club and can spook dogs. The hiking trail to Widgeon Falls (2.5 miles/4 km return) is a winding affair, with several steep staircases. Inside Vancouver is a multi-author blog, written by Vancouverites about Vancouver. Vancouver Asian Film Festival celebrates diver... Tourism Vancouver Visitor Centre is now open! Some carb-y snacks later, we set off into the bush for our hike. When we came back the tides were almost full and this area was still problematic. Widgeon Lake. Overall, the estuary is shallow. On busy summer days it can be quite entertaining watching novice paddlers attempting to navigate their “ships” around the gravel beds and sandbars. There are three wilderness overnight campground areas located in the Pinecone Burke Provincial Park - Widgeon Creek Campsite, Burke Mountain and some water access campgrounds on Pitt Lake. The first 5-6km were relatively flat, with only minor elevation gain. Kayaks and canoes can be rented from the Grant Narrows boat launch to get you up the creek, just make sure to give yourself enough time to get back! Where: Widgeon Falls near Pitt Lake A suitable day trip for those living in Metro Vancouver, a kayak up Widgeon Creek will take you to the beautiful Widgeon Falls. If you camp at the Widgeon Creek Campsite, you can hike beyond the falls and up towards Widgeon Lake. You need to take a canoe or kayak to reach the trailhead. There are also four marine access campsites located on Pitt Lake. The swimming hole is beautiful and a great place to relax at the end of the hike, especially on a summer day! Weekend kayaking on Pitt Lake- Widgeon Creek - BC. Since Ayla Canoes is … We absolutely loved this trip. This was not as enjoyable as the trail and in fact, the only place I fell when a rock rolled under my feet. 2 reviews of Widgeon Valley National Wildlife Area "Widgeon Valley National Wildlife Area is located at Pit Lake in Pit Meadows. When I did the trip, the water level in Widgeon Creek was low, which meant, sometimes we would have get out and drag the canoe. This family friendly and popular paddle is a must do for those wanting a wilderness experience close to home. My eldest daughter has had a tough go as of late. Be warned – check your tides! About 10 minutes down the trail, you will reach a gravel... About one hour outside of Vancouver, Golden Ears Provincial Park is a great escape for hiking and paddling opportunities. Please explore responsibly! It was calm, beautiful, no visible current and no wind. You will be in the wilderness, so please prepare yourself with safety protocol. You will require 5-8 hrs if you do hiking, wildlife of all kinds, watch small pets. As soon as you start this section of the drive you already feel miles from the city, but this route is only 30-45 minutes from Vancouver, depending on city traffic. The trip back took about 45 minutes. Group of Widgeon Anas penelope ducks on a small lake in United Kingdom. You then Paddle across the Narrows and into Widgeon Slough. The 25km-long lake is framed by Golden Ears Park and Garibaldi Park, so the views are insane. Birds, bears, and deer are all possible encounters. Widgeon Creek campground landing spot. canoe access widgeon creek trail to falls and Lake. Rocks of all sizes. © 2020 Tourism Vancouver. Happy hiking! The road leads gently uphill to the falls and covers approximately the same distance as the trail, but for the most scenic approach, take the trail as it follows emerald-hued Widgeon Creek for … Widgeon Falls is a popular day-hike, with a fun twist. Start your water-top journey at the Pitt Lake Boat Launch (where you’ll also find rentals), and definitely consider the kayak-hike-waterfall combo from the Widgeon Creek Campsite to the otherwise-inaccessible waterfall for an ultimate outdoors day. The campsite has a few pads you can pitch your tent in, but a large lawn you can use as well. Mini island all along the canals my fav! You stop hearing the guns once you reach the powerline roadTo reach th... To reach the trailhead, follow Harper Road until you reach the Port Coquitlam Gun Club, then park along the side of the road. Vancouver Island is surrounded by marine parks that would be the envy of much of the world. Widgeon Creek is the destination you have been looking for! adventures and follow local regulations. Paddle and hike to Widgeon Falls. We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on. Paddle to Widgeon Slough, a small section of Pitt Lake that is accessible via an easy and smooth paddle west from the boat launch. Once you return to the campsite, either paddle back the same way you came or pitch your home for the night. It’s large cockpit opening makes it ideal for recreational activities (photography, fishing, etc). This also means that once you reach the campsite shortly after the turn off, you'll have to pull your vessel high onto the grasses to make sure it doesn't go floating away while you are hiking. The material on this website may not be cached, distributed, reproduced, transmitted, or otherwise used without the prior permission of Tourism Vancouver. 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