Balancing Rock Trail
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Route Description for Balancing Rock Trail
The hike up to Balancing Rock is a pleasant climb up the hillside to reach an amazing lookout over the Creston Valley. When timed with the sunset, this trail offers the perfect opportunity to watch the warm glow of the sun blanket the entire valley and highlight the mountains directly across from the lookout. The trail itself follows a series of switchbacks that traverse a moderate incline until you reach the giant balancing boulder. From here, you can enjoy the beautiful views before heading back down the trail or following an optional route beyond the rock that traverses a boardwalk and is surrounded by beautiful forest scenery and populated with ferns. For the minimal effort required, this is an exceptional hike with equally exceptional views.
Getting to the Balancing Rock Trail Trailhead
To reach the parking area for the Balancing Rock Trail from Creston, drive north on BC-21 and make a slight left onto BC-3 W. Follow this for 4.3mi and turn left on W Creston Road. You will find the parking area on the right in 93.2mi.Route Information
When to do:
April-November
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back
Balancing Rock Trail Elevation Graph
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