Malkow Lookout Trail travels through farmer's fields, along grassy meadows and among sub-alpine forest trees leading up to an old forestry lookout providing views of the Bulkley Valley including Hudson Bay Mountain and the glacier, the Babine Mountains, the community of Smithers, BC and the Telkwa Mountain Range.

The Malkow Lookout Trail passes through three residential properties. It is one of those community trails that would not exist if not for the cooperation and hospitality of the property owners in the area. Out of respect, do not wander off the hiking trail when hiking to this Bulkley Valley viewpoint

The 3 km ( 5 mi.) hiking trail should take no longer than 1-2 hours to complete. The hiking trail is a family friendly trail that all ages should be able enjoy. The trail, however, does lead uphill on a gradual climb to the lookout so be aware it will take some effort. If hiking with children please respect the property and preach the importance of staying on the trail.

When hiking through the properties there are gates to pass through. Please close gates as you pass through them as they keep animals in and out. Once at the forestry lookout there are some spectacular views of the whole valley and the far off mountain ranges. On a clear day it is very camera worthy.

At the top of the lookout there is a picnic table. It is a great place to enjoy a picnic with family and friends. It is very possible that your group could be the only one on the hill that day. It is important to note this is mainly a hiking trail and does not allow motorized vehicles and discourages mountain bikes.

How to get to Malkow Lookout Trail: Follow Highway 16 east of Smithers BC until you spot Old Babine Road. Turn onto Babine and continue driving for just under 5 km until you come to McCabe Road. Take a left and continue a short distance till the small gravel parking lot on your left. There is no real visible signage, but there is a wooden gate and a billboard in the parking lot.