3 Day Fight Meadow

  • Wells Gray Park
  • 3 Days
  • $750 + tax CAD
Available
Limited
Full
July 13-15
July 26-28
August 2-4
August 9-11
August 16-18
August 23-35
September 8-10

Overview

Embark on a captivating 3 day hiking journey with Wells Gray Adventures. On day one, we start our adventure with a picturesque drive to the Fight Meadow trailhead, ascending through diverse landscapes to Philip Lake and reaching Fight Meadow Chalet, a historic site. Day two offers panoramic views as we traverse 52 Ridge, explore Bull Valley’s vibrant wildflower meadows, and summit Battle Mountain. Day three concludes our excursion with a descent via Battle Creek, providing varied perspectives as we return to the trailhead through lush vegetative zones. This immersive experience promises unforgettable moments and scenic wonders in the heart of Wells Gray Park.

Highlights

  • Mountain Peaks
  • Vibrant Flower Meadows
  • Crystal Clear Lakes
  • Fully Guided and Catered
  • Cozy Mountain Huts
  • Amazing 390 views from the top of Battle Mountain
  • Explore the flower meadows on a Thuya
  • Famous Wells Gray Waterfall Tour

ITINERARY

  • Day 1

    Wells Gray Adventures Office – Fight Meadow Chalet

    • Distance: 10.8 km (6.5mi)
    • Time: 4-6 hours
    • Elevation Min: 1344m (4,410 ft)
    • Elevation Max: 1852m (6,078 ft)
    • Ascent: 1,680 ft
    • Descent: 106 ft
    • Difficulty: Some on-trail and off-trail hiking among meadows. Possible wet sections.

    Today you will begin at the Wells Gray Adventures office at 9 A.M. Here you will be introduced to your guide, sign a waiver, and be briefed further about your hiking trip. You will then have an hour drive to reach the trailhead which lies at 1400m (4500ft). The first forty five minutes of the trail is uphill and after reaching Philip Lake, a pretty mountain lake on the edge of the Alpine plateau, you will have gained most of your elevation for the day, about 250 m (800 ft). At Philip Lake you will stop to enjoy the scenery and have a snack. Now the trail is a gentle uphill grade through forest and then into the vast meadow system of Cariboo and Fight Meadows. It will take between three and four hours to hike through the meadows and forests to reach Fight Meadow Chalet at 6300-ft (1920 m). There is a large lake near the chalet, which is a historic site where two Indian Tribes fought for Caribou hunting rights. Today’s hike is 10 km. and it takes 4-5 hours of easy walking.

  • Day 2

    Fight Chalet – Battle Mountain/52 Ridge – Fight Chalet

    Please note today’s itinerary can vary depending on weather and group desires

    • Distance: 9km (5.6mi)
    • Time: 6hrs to 7hrs
    • Elevation Min: 1840m (6037’)
    • Elevation Max: 2369m (7772’)
    • Ascent: 730m (2395’)
    • Descent: 730m (2395’)
    • Difficulty: Some on-trail and off-trail hiking among meadows. Possible wet sections. Moderate to steep uphill and downhill. Boulder field to summit.

    Flight Chalet has great day-hiking options, one of the best is the climb to Battle Mountain. From the Chalet, we hike across 52 Ridge, which is actually a ‘thuya,’ the name given for the landform created when a volcano erupts under glacial ice. As we walk this ridge, we can still see the craters created when the hot lava met the cold ice. From 52 Ridge, we descend into Bull Valley, where we are treated to an incredible vision as all the colors of this spectacular wildflower meadow blend and separate as far as the eye can see. From the valley, we hike up Battle Mountain. On top of Battle, one can see into the far north of the park. The Monashees, the Cariboos, the Premiers, and the Rockies are also visible from this incredible vantage point. We return to Flight Meadow Chalet via a different route. The return trip takes six hours.

  • Day 3

    Fight Chalet – Wells Gray Adventures Office

    • Distance: 10.5km (6.5mi)
    • Time: 5hrs to 6hrs
    • Elevation Min: 855m (2085’)
    • Elevation Max: 1860m (6119’)
    • Ascent: 5m (16’)
    • Descent: 1010m (3314’)
    • Difficulty: All on-trail walking with moderate to steep downhill.

    Today marks our return to the real world via the Battle Creek Trail. This trail guides us from the high plateau down into the picturesque Clearwater River valley. The hike will predominantly be downhill once we depart from the meadow areas, and will take you down through four distinct vegetative zones. Hiking poles can be particularly helpful on this descent. At the trailhead, a vehicle will be waiting to take you to see the famous waterfalls of Wells Gray before returning you to our office and your vehicle.

TRIP DETAILS

  • What’s Included
    • Free parking at our office during your trip
    • Professional Hiking Guide with all emergency equipment
    • Transport between our office and the trailheads
    • Chalet Accommodation
    • All food from the first-day lunch to the last-day lunch. We can accommodate many different dietary requirements.
    • Delicious snacks
    • A tour of the famous Wells Gray Waterfalls
  • Group Bookings

    You can reserve a private date with 6 or more people. We will then add other people to the departure. If you make a booking with 8 or more, this will be considered a private trip. We will not add any other people on and we will take 10% off the total trip price.

  • Additional Dates

    If a date is red, the trip is full. We sometimes run supplementary dates, so if you have a date that works for you, but isn’t available please let us know. The availability of the dates above can change quickly, please call us to confirm the date has space and to tentatively reserve a spot before making travel arrangements!

  • Waivers

    All guests will be required to sign a waiver the morning of the trip at our office prior to departure. This must be done in person at our office.

  • What to Bring
    • Sleeping sheet or sleeping bag liner & pillowcase (blankets & duvets are provided).
    • Good quality raincoat and pants with hat or hood
    • Walking Boots that provide ankle support (preferably of leather or another waterproof material)
    • Warm wool sweater or fleece coat
    • Hat with a brim for sun and rain
    • Sunglasses
    • Long-sleeved shirts and pants for bug and sun protection
    • Warm shirt (preferably wool) and a pair of light long underwear for added warmth
    • Personal toiletries including sunscreen and insect repellent
    • Small towel, water bottle, and flashlight or headlamp
    • Any personal medication
    • Mid-size pack (approximately 35-50 liters volume) to hold personal equipment and a small amount of group food (approx 2lbs/3-5 inches on the top of your pack)
    • Hiking poles – if you like poles, then please bring them.
    • In early July and September, consider bringing light gloves, a warm hat, and gaiters for added comfort