Backpack to Berg Lake

Mount Robson Provincial Park is vast and surrounded by the Canadian Rockies with an area of 2,249 km².

If you want to experience the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies you've gotta check out Mount Robson. From the parking lot to Berg Lake is 21 km, with 790m of elevation gain. You will first pass through a beautiful old-growth cedar forest. The trail twist and turns alongside a gorgeous river bringing you first to Kinney Lake, which is about a 4.2km hike in. Kinney Lake is stunning in its raw green color and great to take a dip in. You will cross the Whitehorn suspension bridge as well as many other rad bridges on the way. There are lots of beautiful waterfalls to check out, but Emperor Falls is by far the most impressive! It's a little detour off the main trailhead, but so worth it as you'll see Mt. Robson looming above the falls, but be prepared to get wet. A short time after, you'll pass a wide open rocky valley that looks something like the land before time.

Nearby, you'll see Berg Glacier, then finally arrive at Berg lake, which is this magnificent blue glacier water. It's very cold, but if you're brave enough, it's great for a quick dip. And there above the lake, you'll see Mount Robson :)

This park is very different from a lot of the other hikes in the Rockies not only because of its divergent landmarks, but also because it's very moist and full of the flora and fauna and covered in moss.

Also, if you plan on staying overnight, dogs are not advised :(