Tresspass

1.00 km
899m gain
0.30 hours
Level 2.0/5
2.0/5
Difficulty
Easy
1.00
Distance
kilometres
899
Elevation Gain
metres
0.30
Est. Time
hours

About This Trail

Tresspass is a green-rated dirt and gravel road trail on Morice Mountain that has been part of the local outdoor scene since 2000 — one of the oldest established trails in the area. At 1.1 km with a gentle 0.8% average grade and 17 m of climbing, it rolls comfortably through the Morice Mountain landscape without demanding much effort, making it a natural warm-up loop or cool-down extension from the main nordic trail network. In winter it's groomed for both classic and skate skiing and ranks among the top 2,500 nordic trails globally — a well-earned reputation for a trail that's been quietly serving the Houston community for over two decades. In the warmer months it transitions into a solid XC and gravel bike option, equally accessible to hikers and trail runners. It's family-friendly, dog-friendly, rideable in rain, open all season, and accessible directly from the parking lot and cabin site — the kind of dependable, low-key trail that anchors a trail network and keeps people coming back.

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 Houston, BC, head south on Morice River Road toward Morice Mountain. Follow the road uphill to the Morice Mountain Nordic Ski Club area — the trailhead is accessible directly from the main parking lot and cabin site. Tresspass begins at approximately 881 m (2,893 ft) elevation and is well-signed from the staging area. Look for the trail entrance near the cabin — it's always easy to follow from there.

Parking

Park at the Morice Mountain Nordic Ski Club lot, which is the central staging area for all Morice Mountain trails including Tresspass and Bow Wow. The lot is unpaved gravel with reasonable capacity. In peak winter season the lot can fill on weekends during active grooming and club events — arrive early for morning sessions. No current parking fees, but the Morice Mountain Nordic Ski Club relies on community support to maintain grooming and trail upkeep. Consider donating or becoming a member if you use this trail regularly.

Safety & Preparation

Two-way trail on a dirt/gravel road. Tresspass is wider than typical singletrack but still narrow enough that oncoming users can appear quickly, especially on the rolling sections. Ride or ski in control and be alert to others at all times.

Blue-rated climb despite green overall. The overall difficulty is green, but the climb section is rated blue with a max grade of 14.8%. Riders and skiers should be aware of the pitch increase and manage their effort accordingly, particularly on a loaded ski or a gravel bike.

Nordic grooming priority in winter. This trail is groomed for classic and skate skiing in winter. Foot traffic, fat bikes, and dogs on leash are generally welcome, but avoid damaging the groomed surface — stay to the side of set tracks where possible.

Rideable in rain — but gravel roads change. While designated ride-in-rain, wet gravel surfaces can become loose or slick, particularly on the steeper sections. Reduce speed and allow extra braking distance in wet conditions.

All-season use. The trail sees activity year-round — expect a mix of users in every season including skiers, cyclists, hikers, and dogs. Yield to other users and slow down at blind corners.

Wildlife: Morice Mountain is active bear and moose country year-round. Make noise throughout, especially in the dense bush sections and during dawn and dusk.

Helmets required for all riders and recommended for skiers on the steeper sections.

Indigenous territory: This trail sits on the traditional lands of the Wet'suwet'en Yintikh and Dënéndeh peoples. Travel respectfully.

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