The Balfour Face FSR has intrigued us since we found the cache by MJONES280 at the start of the road a couple of years ago. The weather was good so we packed up the camper and the quad and headed out for two fun nights of camping.
THE ROAD: At the time the caches were hidden there was no active logging or equipment on the road even though the sign says differently.
The main road is is doable in most SUV's
Some of the caches on the "side trips" have waterbars so HIGH CLEARANCE IS RECOMMENDED but there is no fear of pinstriping and you will find good turn arounds at the end of the roads.
THE VIEWS: There are several view points along the various roads - some are better than others but you will get to see the world below from several different angles.
You will be treated to great views of Procter, Harrop, and the Kootenay River, or perhaps Pilot Bay, the Ferry Landing, and if your timing is right the Kootenay Lake Ferry.
THE CAMPING: The camping is "very rustic". There are no outhouses or picnic tables. Just flat areas with views for your enjoyment.
VP #8 - The Best of the Best would have been our first choice but we discovered it too late and it would have taken a bit of work to get our truck and camper there.
VP #9 - 5km Camp Almost - is where we stayed - a nice large flat area.
We did see a couple of bears so BE BEAR AWARE as always.
THIS CACHE is NOT on the Main Road. The road gets rougher from the Junction of VP #10 but it's still very doable for most SUVs. You are looking for a small lock n' lock.