Aldemere Trail

2.30 km
50m gain
0.50 hours
Level 2.0/5
2.0/5
Difficulty
Easy
2.30
Distance
kilometres
50
Elevation Gain
metres
0.50
Est. Time
hours

About This Trail

The Aldermere Trail is an easy, scenic 2.5 km hiking trail that loops through forest and along the lakeshore of Tyhee Lake, near Telkwa, British Columbia. The trail traces part of a historic route once used by settlers in the late 1800s to travel between Tyhee Lake and the old townsite of Aldermere. Today it's a peaceful, family-friendly walk through mixed forest with occasional lake views, popular for casual hiking, birdwatching, and enjoying the shoreline scenery.


This trail lies within Tyhee Lake Provincial Park, part of the beautiful BC Parks system protecting some of the province's most treasured lakes, forests, and wild spaces. Conditions in the backcountry can change quickly, so before you head out, visit BC Parks directly for the latest updates on trail conditions, closures, wildlife activity, and conservation efforts.

Leave No Trace

Please follow Leave No Trace principles: pack out all waste, stay on designated trails, respect wildlife, and be considerate of other visitors.

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Getting There

Directions

From Smithers town center, head south toward the Hudson Bay Mountain / Smithers Community Forest area. Most access to Aldermere Trail is through the same general trailhead system used for:

  • BV Nordic Centre area
  • Community Forest access roads
  • Bluff / Dahlie Creek trail network junctions

Drive along paved roads leaving town, then continue onto gravel forestry access roads leading toward the ski and recreation zones. Parking areas near the Nordic Centre or designated trail pullouts are commonly used starting points.

Parking

  • Main parking is typically available near the BV Nordic Centre / Community Forest access area
  • Additional pullouts may be available along forestry roads depending on season
  • Parking is generally free but limited during peak ski and hiking periods
  • Avoid blocking gates, grooming equipment routes, or logging access roads

Safety & Preparation

  • This is a multi-use trail system: expect hikers, bikers, runners, and skiers depending on season
  • Forest terrain can be uneven with roots and muddy sections after rain
  • Wildlife such as bears and moose may be present—make noise and stay alert
  • Cell service may be weak or unavailable in deeper forest sections
  • Weather can change quickly near Hudson Bay Mountain—bring layers and rain protection
  • In winter, traction gear or snowshoes may be needed depending on conditions
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