| Teapot
Mountain Trail is a short
uphill hike leading to a summit with four viewpoints providing
360 degree views of the surrounding lakes, rivers, forests and
wetlands. The mountain trail is located north of the community
of Prince George, British Columbia, Canada.
The 1.4 kilometre hike is deceiving because it
seems like a short trek on a map but it is not for the light hearted.
The trail is a rough grade route and hikers should be in good
physical condition. The hike is suitable for families but care
must be taken and good hiking boots worn.
The route explores one of two basalt volcanic plugs
in the region. The basalt flows formed the interior plateau in
the north long before the ice age arrived. The columns of basalt
are exposed and visible from the ground on the southern slopes
of Teapot Mountain. On the trail the basalt rocks are visible
everywhere.
The trail route is covered in exposed tree roots
and 5-6 sided basalt boulders. The volcanic rocks formed as the
lava cooled and since the basalt is relatively weather resistant
the rocks have not shown any signs of wear from the elements which
explains why Teapot Mountain survived the last ice age.
The trail at the top is a circular route exposing
360 degree views. From Viewpoint 1 on the way up the hill provides
views of Summit Lake in the south. Viewpoint 2 points towards
the marshes and wetlands. The Viewpoint 3 and 4 look northward
over many unnamed lakes, creeks, swamps and rivers.
There are no amenities at the trailhead. All hikers
must pack out what they pack in.
Contact information for
the local Prince George, BC accommodations, tours, guides,
golf courses and attractions, realtors, etc. are posted
under the links listed to your right. =) |
How to get to the Teapot
Mountain Trail: Drive
50 Km north of Prince George, British Columbia, Canada on Hwy 97
past Summit Lake. From Highway 97 turn left onto Talus Road. Continue
driving and then take a right onto the Caine Creek Forest Road.
Follow the road to the parking lot. |