The historic Chilcotin Mountain High Trail (CMHT) is a challenging 90km/60mi hiking adventure through the Chilcotin Mountains of western British Columbia’s Coast Range leading from Gold Bridge to Taseko Lake. This symbol of Canadian unity connects British Columbia’s regions and serves as a recreation and tourism resource. The trail links the two communities of Gold Bridge to Nemiah Valley and is home to areas of spectacular natural scenery exposing travellers to Canada’s rich natural, historical and cultural heritage.
The trail uses the Warner Pass over the Chilcotin Mountains and is part of BC’s pioneer history. It was an access route from the coast to the Cariboo Chilcotin goldfields in the late 1870s. The trail offers scenic beauty, spectacular hiking and amazing wildlife viewing. Most of the trail is designed for a strenuous day or multi-day hiking in this rugged and isolated area.
Some easy to moderate day hiking opportunities along the trail are available starting from the trailheads at Taseko Lake Lodge (at the north end) and Chilcotin Holidays Lodge Guest Ranch (at the south end). A reservation at the lodges is necessary. Call Chilcotin Holidays Lodge (1-250-238-2274) or Taseko Lake Lodge (1-250-305-6368) to reserve your lodge accommodation as well as camp accommodations or guided trips.
Visit chilcotinholidays.com and tasekolake.com for more information. Please remember the CMHT is a wilderness area. Maintaining this wilderness atmosphere and protecting its cultural and natural features is the responsibility of every visitor.
