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Mount MacFarlane Day Trip

Jul 11, 2026 - 5:00 AM
Jul 11, 2026 - 6:00 PM

Organizer Info

Peiyu
Peiyu Cui

Meeting Point

Coquitlam Central Station (Park & Ride)

Trip Details

Grade:
C3
Category:
Hiking
Requirements:
  • Screening
  • Members Only
Max Participants:10

Trip Description

Route Reference & Stats:

  • AllTrails: Mount MacFarlane

  • Distance: ~19 km (Out-and-back)

  • Elevation Gain: ~1,800 m (Sustained gradient >20%)

  • Estimated Duration: 10–11 hours

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Logistics & Timeline:

  • 5:00 AM: Meetup and carpool organization at Coquitlam Central Station (Park & Ride). Drive time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • 6:30 AM: Group convergence at the trailhead (Chilliwack Lake Road).

  • 6:45 AM: Feet on trail. The first 4 km through the forest is brutally steep (~800m+ vertical gain). We will maintain a relentless, steady pace to test absolute cardio and physical baselines.

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Early-Summer Snow & Gear: Due to seasonal melting patterns, the alpine basin above Upper Pierce Lake (1,900m+) contains steep 25–35 degree snow slopes that remain rock-hard in the morning hours. You will bring:

  • The 10 Essentials

  • Microspikes/crampons: Absolutely mandatory item. 

  • Sturdy hiking boots or approach shoes

  • Trekking poles with good braking and support leverage.

  • 3.5L of water/electrolytes or adjust based on your needs

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