Century Sam Lake Trail
- 1.8 mi
- round trip
- 1,870 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Hard
- difficulty
Century Sam Lake Trail is a scenic out-and-back hike in British Columbia that leads to an alpine lake nestled in the backcountry. This T3-rated trail offers moderate scrambling and route-finding challenges, rewarding hikers with pristine mountain scenery and the tranquility of a remote subalpine lake. The return journey follows the same path, making this a straightforward yet engaging day hike for experienced hikers.
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