Morice-Klinger Trails

3.20 km
74m gain
1.00 hours
Level 2.0/5
2.0/5
Difficulty
Easy
3.20
Distance
kilometres
74
Elevation Gain
metres
1.00
Est. Time
hours

About This Trail

 The Morice-Klinger Trails are an easy 3.2km loop network located a short drive west of Houston along the Morice River. Rated 3.7 stars and taking approximately 45–50 minutes, the trails are relatively flat with several vistas and viewpoints. The River Banks Trail follows the banks of the Morice River with great access for anglers and picnickers, while the back end of the loop enters a vast Black Cottonwood flood forest a rare and ecologically significant ecosystem where towering cottonwood trees can reach 40 metres in height and provide habitat for a wide variety of bird species. Great for families or anyone wanting to recreate close to town. Suitable for hiking, trail running, fishing access, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Note: the middle section of the loop can be overgrown in summer look for marker tape to stay on route. Dogs welcome. Located on the unceded traditional territory of the Wet'suwet'en people.

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 the Houston Tourist Information Centre, head west on Highway 16. Turn left (south) onto Morice River Road. Drive approximately 4.7km and look for the trailhead on your right side. The trailhead is well-positioned but the middle section of the loop requires attention to marker tape — download the trail map from houstonhikers.ca before your first visit.

Parking

A small parking area is available at the trailhead on Morice River Road, approximately 4.7km from Highway 16. Free, no formal facilities on site. All services available in Houston, a short drive away.

Safety & Preparation

The middle portion of the Morice-Klinger loop is significantly overgrown in summer and requires following marker tape carefully several visitors have reported having to bushwhack and getting temporarily turned around. Carry a downloaded trail map or GPX track. Bugs (mosquitoes and blackflies) can be intense, especially in the cottonwood and river sections carry repellent. A dead animal carcass has been reported along the trail in the past, which can attract bears; be alert and carry bear spray at all times in this river corridor. The River Banks section gives direct access to the Morice River keep children and dogs away from the bank, particularly during high spring flows.

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