Quintette Mountain Trails
The area surrounding Mount Babcock, southof Tumbler Ridge, has excellent hiking opportunities. Numerous marked trails can be found here, ranging from short hikes below treeline to full day alpine adventures. At the centre of the area is the Core Lodge, trailer that has been converted into a day use lodge by the Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club.Quintette MountainTime/distance : 2 hours/2km Rating:ModerateThis area offers the most accessible alpinemeadows in the Tumbler Ridge area. An old road to a gas well leads right to treeline, and the walking is wide open, with expansive views. Alpine flowers are at their peak in July here. The trailhead is 12 km further along the road to Quintette Mountain. From the parking area, head up the ridge of the highest of the five peaks of Quintette Mountain. The summit has a large green radio repeater tower, which provides shelter for a family of marmots.For those with more time and energy, an optional circuit of the five peaks can be made, returning to the parking area. Another option is to descend along a small creek to the south of the ascent route (see map).
Addr.: From Tumbler Ridge, drive south on Highway52 (the Heritage Highway, known locally asthe Boundary Road). The paved road turns togravel at km 12. Follow the gravel road for 8km to a right turn onto the Core Lodge road.Follow this for 14.4 km to the Core Lodge. Dawson Creek, BC
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Lat: 54.8633976
Lon: -120.8916434