Rainy Day Lake Hike
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Rainy Day Lake Hike
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The hike out to Rainy Day Lake follows an 5.1mi out-and-back route near Powell River, BC, that sets out from Saltery Bay and works inland through the forest until you arrive at the pristine shore of the lake. The route utilizes a gravel road for almost the entire distance to the lake, making it easy to access and traverse for hikers of almost any skill level. If you are making the journey with children, make sure to keep an eye on them and leave plenty of room along the road for passing vehicles.
Getting there
To reach the Rainy Day Lake trailhead from Powell River, head south on BC-101 for 19.0mi and turn left onto Rainy Day Lake Road. You will find the parking area in 689ft.
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| When to do | March-October |
| Backcountry Campsites | No |
| Pets allowed | Yes - On Leash |
| Family friendly | Older Children only |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Rainy Day Lake Hike
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Rainy Day Lake Trail Description
Although it might not have the most interesting trail in, the area around Rainy Day Lake is truly spectacular and is absolutely worth the effort of getting there. Setting out from Saltery Bay, follow along the gravel road as it snakes through a quiet stretch of forest on the way to the lake. After roughly 1.9mi of hiking, the trail will split off from the road and head into the forest to the right. Take this path and continue through the thick tree cover until you arrive at the scenic shores of Rainy Day Lake. Here, you will be greeted with an amazing view across the water that is framed by the tall wooded slopes of the surrounding mountains. Take some time to explore the area and make your way up to Hailstone Bluff for an even better view before making your way back along the same trail that you came in on.
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