Chilko lake is an absolute gem, and for many reasons. It is remote, it is untouched, it is beautiful and pristine, and most of all there are no people. It is a difficult place to get to, so even during "peak season" there is a high possibility you wont even see one tourist. The water is crystal clear on the northern tip, rich blue in the middle and a beautiful milky turquoise at the inflow from the glaciers. Chilko is the largest high elevation fresh water lake in North America, and with that comes some pretty volatile weather patterns. I had planned to stay much longer to explore more of the lake and area, but after two days of trying to wait out the wind, and several more to come, I felt it wise to move on and find some beauty elsewhere.
Taseko lake is another beautiful location, but even harder to access, so it felt like the right location to attempt. The first attempt was to the east shore of the lake, but unfortunately this route is no longer open. The route to the west shore is the only other access, but has not been maintained in more than a decade. One thing that this channel offers me, is a schedule flexible enough to take the time to attempt these more difficult routes and locations, and I am so happy that I pushed for this one. It was a full day of chopping, cutting and 4x4ing but the view at the top was one that I can not even begin to describe. This new rig has offered me the chance to push for these amazing places, and I truly feel like I am earning them.
I am so excited to be exploring up in these remote mountains, and I am proud to be sharing it with all of you.
If you would like to help support the channel, and help Destination Adventure reach more locations like this, please consider taking a look at the Patreon page or the Merchandise line. Any and all support is greatly appreciated.
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