Route guide · Mount Robson Provincial Park, British Columbia
The Canadian Rockies' best-value overnighter: a steady climb through the Valley of a Thousand Falls to a lake where icebergs calve off Berg Glacier under the highest peak in the range. Camp at Berg Lake or Marmot, watch the glacier work, and walk out the next day — or add a layover for Snowbird Pass.
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Permit required — BC Parks backcountry camping reservation — Berg Lake corridor camps book out the day inventory opens. Official info
Yes. BC Parks backcountry camping reservation — Berg Lake corridor camps book out the day inventory opens.
Most groups take 1–2 nights (23 mi round trip). The reference itinerary here plans 1 night, camp to camp.
late June – September. Outside that window expect snow, storm damage or closures to change the plan.
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Route profile · camps
Day by day
Camp spots below are estimated to balance the daily miles; exact sites depend on conditions and bookings. Your dates, pace and direction reshape it live.
Trailhead → Camp 1
The trek to Marmot camp is a steady climb through forest, past Kinney Lake, and up through the impressive Valley of a Thousand Falls before reaching the alpine.
major elevation gain
Camp 1 → Back to trailhead
The return from Marmot camp to the trailhead is a long, mostly downhill walk, retracing your steps along the scenic Robson River.
all downhill from Whitehorn
TRAIL STATUS — The trail was fully repaired and reopened after a severe flood in 2021; always check for the latest advisories before your trip.
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An avalanche occurred in spring approximately 1 km from the trailhead; proceed with caution in this area. To prevent the spread of invasive species, watercraft and wading gear are prohibited. BC Parks · current season
All advisories →Best months
share of dry days · Open-Meteo Archive (ERA5), 10-year normals at the trailhead
TRAILHEAD
The trail starts at the end of Kinney Lake Road, near the Mount Robson Park Welcome Centre, where all overnight hikers must check in.
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RESERVATIONS
Overnight camping requires a backcountry reservation, which must be booked months in advance and sells out almost instantly.
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CAMPING FEE
Backcountry camping fees are charged on a per-person, per-night basis, plus a reservation transaction fee.
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BEAR COUNTRY
Grizzly and black bears are common; use the provided bear-proof food storage at all camps and know bear safety protocols.
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WATER ACCESS
To prevent the spread of whirling disease, all watercraft and wading gear are prohibited in lakes, rivers, and creeks within the park.
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FIRES
Backpacking stoves are mandatory for cooking; campfires are not permitted on the trail.
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Dogs are only permitted on-leash for day hikes. They are not allowed on any overnight backpacking trips along the trail.
No, permits or fees are not required for day hiking. A reservation is only mandatory for anyone camping overnight on the trail during peak season.
Cycling is permitted only on the first 7km of the trail, from the trailhead to the Kinney Lake campground, where a bike rack is available.
SAT 08·22
84° / 58°
showers · 45%
SUN 08·23
64° / 55°
rain · 100%
MON 08·24
72° / 52°
cloud · 2%
TUE 08·25
80° / 50°
part sun · 2%
WED 08·26
81° / 54°
showers · 35%