This is the road to take to get to the Mount Elizabeth trail head. Mount Elizabeth is visible from most parts of Kitimat and is the subject of many beautiful photographs.
Mount Elizabeth (9 – 12 hours return trip – Elevation 1850m)
Stay on Eurocan’s Hirsch Creek Main Road for approximately 13 km. The hike begins on the left, 200m past the creek. There is a sign on your right indicating the trail. Park your vehicle here and continue up the deactivated logging road on foot. There is a fork in the road, keep to your left. At the end of this road (approximately3 km from your vehicle)the actual trail starts on your left. It is marked with a sign.
Mt. Elizabeth is a difficult trail and is only recommended for experienced hikers. Depending on your ability, you may choose to hike to the Lookout (1.5-2.5 hours one way), Little Elizabeth (3.5-4.5 hours one way), or the Summit of Mount Elizabeth (5-6 hours one way).
The Lookout (1.5-2.5 hours one way)
If you are an advanced hiker, you can continue to Little Elizabeth from the Lookout which is another two hours of hiking. This is a hard hike up rock and vertical hills. You usually encounter snow and broken shale, which can be slippery. Be sure to stay on the trail and use extreme caution along ridges. The trail is marked by circles spray-painted onto the rocks.
Caution: Please be aware of sudden weather changes, such as fog and low cloud, if this occurs turn back immediately.
Mount Elizabeth Summit (5 – 6 hours one way – Elevation 1850m)
From the peak of Little Elizabeth, expect another 1-1.5 hours of additional hiking time. Follow the trail due north, down a small hill and then up to the summit of Mount Elizabeth. This is a very difficult trail of loose rocks. The area is very slippery due to snow and ice.
Extreme Caution Should Be Taken: The recommendation is only experienced hikers should attempt this climb.
Cache is a med sized lock-n-lock.