How long does it take to hike Cape Scott?
The North Coast Trail is a 43.1km extension to the original Cape Scott trail. The total hiking distance is approximately 59.5km. The minimum recommended one way hiking time is 5 days; although, it is more commonly completed in 6 to 8 days.
How hard is the Cape Scott Trail?
Cape Scott Trail is a 29.8 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Mount Waddington B, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, and backpacking and is best used from May until September.
Is Cape Scott Trail open?
Cape Scott Park is open year-round (check website for updates on trail conditions in case areas are closed for safety reasons), however fees are only collected from May 1 to September 30 when backcountry services are provided.
How many km is the Cape Scott Trail?
23.6km
The trail to Cape Scott is 23.6km long from the trailhead to the lighthouse. Most of the trail is in thick coastal rainforest. After 16.8km in the forest, the trail emerges on the sandy beach of Nel’s Bight, where there is wonderful camping. From there, you can continue onwards to the Cape.
Is there cell service at Cape Scott?
Cell phones do not work anywhere in Cape Scott Provincial Park. Always leave an itinerary at home with friends or family. Consider purchasing or renting a SPOT GPS locator, VHF radio, or satellite telephone for your trip. Water can be found in the park in streams along trails and near camping areas.
How long does it take to drive from Port Hardy to Cape Scott?
approximately 2 hours
The drive from Port Hardy to Holberg, and ultimately the parking lot of Cape Scott Provincial Park, is well marked. Just follow the signs. Travelling on logging roads is a slow go, so expect the drive to take approximately 2 hours from Port Hardy.
How long does it take to hike Nootka Trail?
It’s only 37 km to hike the length of the Nootka Trail, but you still need to allow somewhere between 4 – 8 days, depending on your fitness level, side trips and days off.
What are the main attractions in Cape Scott National Park?
The main attractions in the park are the trail to Cape Scott at the northwest tip of the park, and the North Coast Trail, a challenging 5-day backpacking trip. (The North Coast trail deserves its own guide, so I won’t go into details on it in this post.)
How do I get to Cape Scott?
Hiking to Cape Scott is straightforward, with signs at all junctions. For most hikers, the basic Cape Scott Provincial Park map is all you’ll need. If you’re hiking the North Coast Trail or want a more detailed map, pick up a copy of the North Coast Trail Waterproof Map (which includes the Cape Scott Trail).
Average one way hiking time: 45 minutes. Less adventurous hikers can leave the backpack at home and still get a taste of Cape Scott’s unique terrain and spectacular Pacific Ocean vistas along this well-maintained gravel trail, which ends at the sandy shore of San Josef Bay in the southeastern corner of the park.
Is BC Parks responsible for the Cape Scott Trail?
BC Parks is not responsible for this trail and not allowed to trespass on this private property. Even though Cape Scott is a wilderness park, a variety of tourist facilities are located nearby in Port Hardy, Port McNeill, Holberg and Port Alice. Accommodation in these communities is limited, so reservations are recommended.