BC recreation sites / Headwaters

Canada Cabin or shelter

Mckirdy Meadow Cabin

Near Valemount, British Columbia, Canada

Who runs this site

Operated by Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association under a partnership agreement with Recreation Sites and Trails BC.

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About Mckirdy Meadow Cabin

Alpine Safety Cabin built and managed by Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association(call YORA to book). Moderate 3.4km hike to alpine cabin.

Type
Cabin or shelter
Upkeep
Maintained by an operator or contractor
Access
Trail: Non-Motorized
Nearest town
Valemount, British Columbia
District
Headwaters (Recreation Sites and Trails BC)
Established
2001
Location
52.85867, -119.18956
Site ID
REC6481

Activities

Facilities

Getting there

From Yellowhead Highway 5 in Valemount turn east onto 5th Ave for 1.5km and cross the railway tracks. Turn right and proceed 150m. Turn left onto Hillside Drive and proceed 1km. Turn right onto Swift Mtn Forest Road/5 Mile Rd and continue 6km up steep road (may require 4WD). Trail to cabin starts at top clearing.

Directions in Google Maps

Official page at Recreation Sites and Trails BC

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