Mike Lake

Golden Ears Provincial Park is currently closed due to events surrounding the recent atmospheric river, including high water levels and damage to roads used to access the park.

Mike Lake is a short but scenic trail located in Golden Ears Provincial Park. A lot of hikers pass by the lake on the way to Alouette Mountain but the trail is also perfect for families wanting a short nature walk.

We will follow the trail in a clockwise direction starting from the yellow gate at the end of the gravel parking area. Walk past the gate and continue along the gravel road. This access road connects to the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest that is managed by the University of British Columbia. After a short walk, go right at the sign marking 'Lake Trail'.

Follow the trail as it weaves its way downhill, over many tree roots through the calm and quiet forest. As the trail levels, you catch a quick glimpse of the lake. Continue following the trail and a few minutes later, you reach a much clearer view of the lake from the north side.

After enjoying the view, continue following the trail as it makes its way through the lake side forest before reaching a junction. Go left at the junction. Do NOT go right as the trail abrupt ends in a dense brush area.

Only a short distance later and the trail merges with the Incline Trail, the route used to reach the much more difficult Alouette Mountain Trail. Cross the wooden bridge on the right and a short walk brings you to the gravel road you drove up earlier. Go right up the right and return to the parking lot.

Before returning to the car, walk down the gravel trail at the edge of the parking lot and out onto the wooden dock for a complete view of Mike Lake.