Near Snowshoe Route #2
Snowshoe Trail E1 showing Aspen Lookout in the background.
Near Snowshoe Route #2
Intersection of Snowshoe trails E3 and E2 with Aspen Lookout to the right.
Near Snowshoe Route #2
Snowshoe trail E4.
Near Snowshoe Route #2
Snowshoe trail E1 by Games Trail quarry
Near Snowshoe Route #2
E2 trail in summer accessed by a good connecting trail branching off Chaulk's Run.

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Hike Route

Snowshoe Route #2

5.0 (2 Ratings)
This is the shortest route to Aspen Lookout and Daredevil Rock.
2.9
mi
Distance
272
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingViewsWildflowersWildlifeWinter Only
Access Issues
Snowshoe trails are open during ski season. They may also be used in the off season.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.9mi
Distance
272ft
Elevation Gain
272ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
251ft
High Point
45ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Starting by the old log cabin, follow snowshoe trail E1 across Games Trail, across Fox Trot and across Games Trail again. Branch off onto snowshoe trail E2 by the blue map sign. There is a bit of an incline at the beginning and at two other places before E2 ends up right at the cliff face. It's an easy hike from there to the turn to Aspen Lookout. There is a short steep incline to Aspen Lookout but the view is worth it. Return via E2 and then E4 where you're high up with views all the way. Stop for a selfie at Daredevil Rock and then enjoy the descent. At the E4/E1 intersection, turn left to retrace the route back to the old log cabin.
History & Background
Much of this area was burnt in a forest fire in the 1980s. It is interesting to note how forest regeneration has proceeded differently in various sites.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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