Out-trip Class 1.0 – Relaxing
Hiking Distance:
- 2 – 6 kilometers per day
Terrain & Trail Conditions:
- Smooth, mostly level and easy.
- Likely on an established road or trail.
Out-trip Class 1.5 – Exploring
Hiking Distance:
- 4 – 8 kilometers per day
Terrain & Trail Conditions:
- Minimal elevation gain.
- Short sections of rough and or steep trail.
- Possible loose rocks and minimal unstable footing.
- Possible simple shallow creek crossing(s).
- Likely on an established trail or game trails.
Out-trip Class 2.0 – Growing
Hiking Distance:
- 6 – 10 kilometers per day
Terrain & Trail Conditions:
- Moderate elevation gain.
- Some sections of rough and or steep and exposed trail.
- Possible loose rocks, talus, and unstable footing.
- Possible small creek crossing(s) that require good balance.
- Possible rough off trail hiking or bush whacking.
Out-trip Class 2.5 – Challenging
Hiking Distance:
- 8 – 12 kilometers per day
Terrain & Trail Conditions:
- Moderate to significant elevation gain.
- Long sections of rough and or steep and exposed trail.
- Likely loose rocks, talus, and unstable footing.
- Possible moderate creek crossing(s) that require good balance or wading.
- Likely rough off trail hiking or bush whacking.
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