Here's the scoop on visiting this waterfall! It's a 1.5 km one-way hike from the parking lot to the falls, so 3 km round trip. Dogs are allowed on leases, bikes are not allowed. There are two pit toilets near the large parking lot. There are also a couple of picnic tables available. The hike is fairly easy; it's a very uneven (lots of roots and small rocks) and gently rolling dirt path that traverses alongside beautiful blue glacial-melt river. I would not consider this an accessible path and a stroller would be very difficult to maneuver. There are a couple of places where you can climb down to the river but it's a very swift current with sizeable rapids in places, definitely stay out of the water! The path is tree lined all the way to the falls and in places it's quite shaded. Don't forget that mosquitos love shade, I didn't spray on repellent and had many bites before making it back to the car! There are two main viewing areas for the falls, both require scrambling up and down fairly smooth and steep rock slopes to access. The top viewing area has two platforms that are fenced in, there is also an informational sign for the falls. Up here, the view is of the falls pounding down between two rock cuts, though you can't see all of the falls due to the angles, it's still impressive. I went in the afternoon and the sun was behind the falls so my pictures were over exposed, morning might be better. From here you can scramble down the rock face to the lower viewing area. This is also fenced in and the space where the water actually comes down is like a short, narrow jutting peninsula and is quite small. To social distance, you have to queue and wait for others to leave this prime spot. It's worth the wait to see the water cascading down into a large, violently churning pool. It was late July and there was still a tremendous amount of water coming down the falls. It's a nice falls and a good hike, just 20 minutes north of...
Read moreSpent 4 nights at the campground, exploring a little in the area. Conveniently located near Whistler and just outside Pemberton. Campground is right off Hwy 99 so there is some traffic noise during the day but it dies off in the evening. Sites on the South side are right on the Green River but at the top of a cliff. A good breeze blows through those sites and keeps the bugs away but anything loose will also blow away. Two good walks in the park, one South to the water falls and one North to One Mile Lake. We walked our dogs up to the lake every morning and let them swim at the dog beach. Lots of good mountain bike trails near Pemberton and accessible from the campsite. Only facilities at the campground are water pumps and pit toilets. Rangers sell firewood when campfires are allowed. Park was clean and well maintained, gate is open 24 hours. Pemberton is a quick drive away if you need to shop or are looking to eat out. Also playgrounds and a water park for the kids. The Visitor Center in Pemberton has a sanitation, currently $10 in coin to dump your tanks. They also have fresh water to top up with before you arrive. Highly recommend Whistler Jet Boating if you are looking for an activity. They come up past the campground almost to the base...
Read moreA great, family-friendly campground (if you can get a spot!). The river side spots are particularly lovely and the river offers a great sound buffer (we didn't hear any of our neighbors. That said, it was a rainy weekend and many of sites were empty). We did see a lot of staff on site throughout the weekend and I expect they maintain a handle on the quiet times. Most of the single spots are roomy enough for 2 and even three tents.
Pit toilets and running water available at the campsite. The water pumps are not evenly spaced so if you're not close, you may want to drive to fill your container before getting settled in.
The Falls are a lovely short hike away and friendly for families and visitors. Keep an eye out for at least 2 small trails that take you down to the river (and a few others that are not proper trails but are well traveled). Nice day-use area as well if you just want to see the falls and have lunch.
One Mile Lake is a moderate hike away (easy uphill and downhill slopes) but not particularly friendly for slow movers as there are a lot...
Read more