Bluewater Mines Trail
- 0.4 mi
- round trip
- 521 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Moderate
- difficulty
- May–Sep
- best months
Bluewater Mines Trail is a short out-and-back hike in British Columbia that explores the historic mining heritage of the region. This easy walk takes you through accessible terrain to viewpoints and remnants of the old mining operations, offering a glimpse into the area's industrial past. The trail is perfect for a quick outing or family-friendly adventure.
- Nearby · South Ridge Express · Luge (Langdale Trail) · Brown Teacup
Best time to go · May–Sep
Best time to visit Bluewater Mines Trail
Best months: May–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
45° / 34°
18 wet
Feb
48° / 35°
16 wet
Mar
52° / 38°
17 wet
Apr
58° / 42°
14 wet
May
64° / 47°
11 wet
Jun
69° / 52°
10 wet
Jul
73° / 55°
6 wet
Aug
73° / 55°
6 wet
Sep
67° / 50°
9 wet
Oct
57° / 44°
15 wet
Nov
50° / 38°
19 wet
Dec
44° / 34°
19 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Blaine, WA, 39 mi away at 60 ft. The station sits about 800 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
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Conditions and forecast
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Bluewater Mines Trail for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
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