St. Mark's Summit (with Bowen Lookout)

May 9, 2026 - 8:30 AM
May 9, 2026 - 1:30 PM

Organizer Info

Ryconnolly
Ryan Connolly

Meeting Point

Cypress Mountain Base Area (Near the Olympic Rings)

Trip Details

Grade:
B1
Category:
Hiking
Requirements:
Max Participants:--

Trip Description

I am hosting a Saturday morning hike to St. Mark's Summit.  We will be taking a quick detour on our way up to hit Bowen Lookout. 

Full Transparency: This will be my first time doing St. Mark's Summit, so we will navigate the route together. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to message me!

Distance: ~11.5 km round trip
Elevation Gain: ~500 m
Pace: A moderate, sustained pace.
Terrain: The trail starts on well-maintained, wide gravel paths before becoming much more rugged for the second half. You can expect uneven ground covered in exposed, slippery tree roots. Because it is early May, expect snow at the upper elevations.
Conditions: Prepare for a lot of mud on the trail.

Gear
  • The 10 Essentials.
  • Plenty of water.
  • Microspikes / Poles (potentially).
  • Appropriate footwear with good traction.
  • Bug spray (recent trip reports mention mosquitoes).
  • A snack/lunch to enjoy at the viewpoint if you'd like.

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