Run 10 (Lookout Glades)

0.77 km
0m gain
0.20 hours
Level 4.0/5
4.0/5
Difficulty
Hard
0.77
Distance
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0
Elevation Gain
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0.20
Est. Time
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About This Trail

Run 10 (Lookout Glades) is a backcountry ski route in the Hankin Backcountry Recreation Area near Smithers, British Columbia. The route is identified as Lookout Glades on the Hankin trail map, in the vicinity of the Lookout Cabin. It features gladed forest terrain suitable for backcountry skiing, offering a natural mountain setting away from developed ski resorts. Skiers should follow the designated route and assess snow and terrain conditions before descending.

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, travel north on Highway 16 and turn onto Kitseguecla Loop Road. Follow Kitseguecla Lake Road for approximately 8 km, then turn left onto Uptrack Forest Service Road. Continue along the forest service road to the Hankin winter parking lot. From the parking area, follow the signed uphill access routes and the Hankin trail map toward the Lookout Glades area.

Parking

Parking is available at the designated Hankin winter parking lot. The access road is maintained and plowed during winter through support from local organizations, sponsors, and donations. The upper section of Uptrack Forest Service Road is narrow and single-lane, so descending vehicles have the right of way. Trailers are not permitted on this road.

Safety & Preparation

  • This is an uncontrolled backcountry skiing area without ski patrol or resort supervision.
  • Check the avalanche forecast and current snow conditions before entering the area.
  • Carry essential avalanche safety equipment, including a transceiver, probe, and shovel, and know how to use them.
  • Travel with a partner and maintain communication throughout the trip.
  • Stay aware of changing weather, visibility, snow stability, and terrain conditions.
  • Follow marked routes and avoid entering unfamiliar avalanche terrain without appropriate training and experience.
  • Bring suitable clothing, navigation equipment, food, water, and emergency supplies.


Backcountry Skiing Disclaimer: Backcountry skiing involves inherent risks, including avalanches, changing weather, hazardous terrain, and other natural hazards. Trail information, difficulty ratings, maps, and conditions may change without notice and may not always reflect actual conditions. Users are responsible for assessing their own abilities, carrying appropriate safety equipment, checking avalanche forecasts, and making informed decisions before entering the backcountry. This trail is not patrolled or supervised. Use this trail at your own risk. Xplore Smithers and its information providers accept no responsibility for injuries, accidents, loss, or damages resulting from the use of this trail or the information provided.

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