Sluice Box Trail

3.90 km
345m gain
2.50 hours
Level 3.0/5
3.0/5
Difficulty
Moderate
3.90
Distance
kilometres
345
Elevation Gain
metres
2.50
Est. Time
hours

About This Trail

Sluice Box Trail follows the original railway bed leading out of Stewart, gaining elevation along the historic route. After approximately 1 km (0.6 miles), the trail splits: the right leads to a viewpoint overlooking the town of Stewart and the Bear River valley, while the left continues towards Stewart Transfer Station, to a waterfall above the gulch.

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.

Trail Highlights

Sluice Box Trail Waterfall

waterfall

Sluice Box Trail Waterfall is a scenic waterfall located along the Barney’s Gulch spur of the Sluice Box Trail near Stewart, British Columbia. The waterfall is reached through a forested trail surrounded by lush vegetation, moss-covered rocks, and the rugged wilderness of the Stewart area. The cascading water is a rewarding highlight of the trail and provides a peaceful spot to enjoy the surrounding forest and take photographs. The area can be wet and slippery, and visitors should use caution around the waterfall and steep or uneven terrain.

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Getting There

Directions

Leaving Stewart on Highway 37A, the trailhead is off Stewart Transfer Station Road.

Parking

Parking is available at the pen for stock piping, opposite the trailhead near the Stewart Transfer Station turnoff. The bridge that leads to the historic trail and signage for the area is a small parking area.

Safety & Preparation

General regional bear safety applies: hike in a group, make loud noise, carry bear spray, avoid surprising bears, keep dogs leashed.

The route follows an old railway bed and gulch terrain — watch footing near the waterfall/gulch section.

No cell service should be assumed on the trail; let someone know your plans before heading out.

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