Long Way Home
- 0.7 mi
- round trip
- 569 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Hard
- difficulty
- Jun–Sep
- best months
Long Way Home is a short out-and-back trail in British Columbia that offers an accessible hiking experience for those seeking a quick outdoor adventure. This T3-rated route covers just 1.28 miles and features moderate terrain typical of BC's diverse landscapes. The trail's modest distance makes it ideal for families or hikers looking for a brief but rewarding excursion.
Local outfitters
- WHATCOM MEADOWS30 mi away
- Lutherwood Camp & Retreat Center31 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
- Nearby · Ridge Trail · The New Trail · Furious George
Best time to go · Jun–Sep
Best time to visit Long Way Home
Best months: June–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
43° / 32°
18 wet
Feb
48° / 33°
16 wet
Mar
53° / 36°
18 wet
Apr
59° / 39°
16 wet
May
66° / 45°
13 wet
Jun
70° / 49°
11 wet
Jul
76° / 51°
7 wet
Aug
77° / 50°
6 wet
Sep
71° / 47°
10 wet
Oct
59° / 42°
15 wet
Nov
49° / 36°
19 wet
Dec
43° / 32°
19 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Clearbrook, WA, 9.8 mi away at 64 ft. The station sits about 900 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 Long Way Home for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
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