backpacking trip to Emma Lake deep into Powell River

Some highlights:- massive rocks- granite cliffs- lakes- snowfields.- wildlife- old-growth trees
Emma Lake is located beyond tree-line at 1400m.  

There is a shelter at the lake. It might fit 10-15 peopele. There is 5.5Km of logging road that requires 4x4 cars.

Going to Powell River takes about 5 hours. Ferry coast per adults: $15Ferry coast per vehicle: $50 (see below for more details)

From Powell River to the trailhead is another 2 hours.
The hike is moderate in difficulty. It could be strenuous if  had to hike the logging road.

http://www.trailpeak.com/trail-E ... owell-River-BC-2637
http://www.clubtread.com/routes/Route.aspx?Route=615
http://www.livetrails.com/index.php?viewTrail=1&trailid=2

*DISTANCE:*
Day 1: 10Km from the parking lots to Emma Lake (best scenario). It can become 15Km without 4x4 cars, ELEVATION GAIN 900m from the parking lot to Emma Lake (best scenario). It can become 1450m without 4x4 cars.

Day 2: 10Km & ~400+m elevation gain of exploring the area

jen
Is it possible to do within 4 days?

nickl
B branch is very brush & definitely 4wd hi clearance as of August.

We just started the B branch but aborted as it was v.slow going & we would not have time to do the hike/drive & make the ferry. I would suggest a 3 day weekend due to logistics.

DIRECTIONS: About 20 minutes south of Powell River @ The Lang Bay Store, turn left up Dixon Rd. (right if coming from Saltery Bay). Dixon Road becomes Goat Lake Main. Follow to 32 mile. 'B' Branch heads off on the right, and is marked 'Emma Lake'. This switchbacks for about 7 km. to the parking area.

New “Emma Lake Direct” trail Beautiful terrain and trail! Very steep climb going both up and down. Lots of breaks were needed, not just for water and snacks, but for the breathtaking views of the Eldred valley. Trail was very easy to navigate with the markers and soft spongy ground majority of the way. Lots of exposed roots along the trail can be a bit slippery or can catch your boots and laces. Being very new to hiking this was an absolute grind, but so so rewarding to plunge into Emma Lake at the end!