Near PCT to Windy Joe Lookout
View of the interior of Manning Park from Windy Joe lookout.
Near PCT to Windy Joe Lookout
Interesting mushroom growth in the moist areas along the PCT and Similkameen River.

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PCT to Windy Joe Lookout

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Partial loop route from Gibson Pass road to Windy Joe Lookout and back to the road.
10
mi
Distance
2,282
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedRiver/CreekViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Be aware of potential closure of parts of the trail near the Similkameen river

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
9.98mi
Distance
2,282ft
Elevation Gain
2,282ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
5,994ft
High Point
3,822ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The trail initially follows the Similkameen river along flat bottomlands for several kilometers at which point it turns south (and up!) towards the international boundary. At a signed intersection for Windy Joe Lookout , turn left and continue upwards to the summit for great views of the interior of the park. Return the same way until almost reaching the river again, then continue right to cross the river on a small footbridge and rejoin Gibson Pass road via a track on the north side of the river.

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