Heather Meadows Visitor Center — Attraction in Area E (Chilliwack River Valley)

We visited the Heather Meadows Visitor Center to inquire the staff about the Chain Lakes Loop trail. When we mentioned our intention to hike the trail counterclockwise, the ranger's response was unexpectedly condescending. She suggested that many hikers regret this choice due to the difficulty of having to descend the Wild Goose Trail on this hike and emphasized her own expertise over online sources like AllTrails. She proceeded to provide information about the trail in the same tone. While we value the information provided, we found the tone to be unwelcoming and unnecessary. Despite this, we decided to proceed with our original plan and enjoyed the counterclockwise route. Wild Goose Trail had steeper sections that we would prefer descending rather than ascending, and is just a matter...

I called several phone numbers to see what was open on the mountain; all I got were automated messages that sounded vague, but hopeful. Could not reach a human. 0.9 miles from the visitor center - not at any point before - is when I saw a sign saying that they were closed. Roads were clear all the way up, not too much snowfall near the lodge yet. I'm still trying to figure out how I can find out the status of this visitor's center without driving all the way back up the mountain and wasting...

The cutest Visitor Center I’ve ever seen. The Visitor Center is located in a beautiful place with fantastic views overlooking Bagley Creek, Table Mountain. At this point started Fire and Ice Trailhead, Bagley Lake Trailhead. Fee: is 5$/vehicle or you may use Northwest Forest Pass. There are small restrooms on the territory. There’s no food court here. There is cute gift shop and interesting exhibitions about this area. I really...