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LYNN HEADWATERS REGIONAL PARK BACKCOUNTRY CLOSURE IN EFFECT

Unpredictable and rapidly changing hazardous mountain weather conditions may include:

  • Snow, ice and slippery conditions in steep terrain;
  • Avalanche danger
  • Cornice drops
  • Rock and ice fall
  • Lack of visibility (whiteout caused by fog and/or snow)
  • No markers

 

 

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BC Mills House at Lynn Headwaters Regional Parkhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LynnHeadwaters-photo3_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3289&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosBC Mills House at Lynn Headwaters Regional ParkHistoric BC Mills House, in Lynn Headwaters Regional Park
Douglas squirrel at Lynn Headwaters Regional Parkhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LynnHeadwaters-photo5_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3844&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosDouglas squirrel at Lynn Headwaters Regional ParkA curious Douglas squirrel clambers out on a lichen covered branch to see what's going on in its neighbourhood.
Forest sentinel at Lynn Headwaters Regional Parkhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LynnHeadwaters-photo6_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3843&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosForest sentinel at Lynn Headwaters Regional ParkA massive stump is all that remains of one of the giant trees that grew in the old growth forests of what is now Lynn Headwaters Regional Park.
Lynn Creek in summerhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LynnHeadwaters-photo7_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3845&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosLynn Creek in summerThe creek, forest, mountains and sky combine in mesmerizing shades of blue and green on a summer's day at Lynn Headwaters Regional Park.
Norvan Falls at Lynn Headwaters Regional Parkhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LynnHeadwaters-photo8_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3846&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosNorvan Falls at Lynn Headwaters Regional ParkA five hour return trip for fit hikers, Norvan Falls is a scenic destination.
Subalpine backcountry at Lynn Headwatershttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/LynnHeadwaters-photo9_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=3847&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosSubalpine backcountry at Lynn HeadwatersThe subalpine backcountry at Lynn Headwaters is spectacular, but you need to be prepared when you hike here. This is wilderness -- with all its inherent risks.

 

 

 

 

Lynn Headwaters Regional ParkLynn Headwaters Regional Park-123.02465925849.3547356023http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=49.35473560230,,+-123.02465925800&sll=49.199962,,-122.579082&sspn=0.021144,,0.055661&ie=UTF8&z=16, http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=49.35473560230,+-123.02465925800&sll=49.199962,-122.579082&sspn=0.021144,0.055661&ie=UTF8&z=16<div class="ExternalClassEEB8EE5B81624B40A93AD7E9952DD2A2">From Highway 1, take the Lynn Valley Road exit in North Vancouver. Follow Lynn Valley Road north to its end. All three parking areas provide access to all trails in the park. </div><div class="ExternalClassEEB8EE5B81624B40A93AD7E9952DD2A2"> </div> <div class="ExternalClassEEB8EE5B81624B40A93AD7E9952DD2A2"><span lang="EN-US">Please remember: you are entering </span>a wilderness area; all visitors should bring a daypack with basic supplies and notify someone where they are going and when they expect to return.<strong><font color="#4466ae"><br></font></strong></div> <div class="ExternalClassEEB8EE5B81624B40A93AD7E9952DD2A2"> </div>http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPublications/LynnHeadwatersParkMap.pdfhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/PublishingImages/Logos/LynnHeadwatersRP.png, Lynn Headwaters

Special Notice

 Lynn Headwaters Regional Park Access Road

 

 

 

 

Access Road Closed to Vehicles<div class="ExternalClassB753043A36064B009C513F3A324A24E0"><p>The entrance road to the park remains closed to vehicles while the District of North Vancouver investigates potential technical solutions. (The road was closed in December 2016 when a geotechnical inspection revealed the slope underlying the road was unstable and posed a risk to public safety. As well, portions of the slope were at risk of landslide.)<br>Pedestrians and cyclists may still use the road to access the park. </p><p><a href="/services/parks/parks-greenways-reserves/lynn-headwaters-access-road/Pages/default.aspx">More information</a></p></div>True
Trail Conditions <div class="ExternalClass183ECD7AB86E404DBF183A8205E201FC"><div> <div><span style="color:#444444;"><p><span style="color:#444444;">19 Jun - Sunset is at 9:00 PM</span></p><p>Park visitors accessing higher elevation areas should be trained and equipped for winter mountain travel and rapidly changing weather conditions.    Visitors to the Munday Alpine Snowshoe Park can check Grouse Mountain Resort's conditions and closures at <a href="https://www.grousemountain.com/current_conditions"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Grouse</span></a> or at 604-986-6262.  For current local avalanche conditions, check the Canadian Avalanche Centre's website at <a href="http://www.avalanche.ca/forecasts/south-coast"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Avalanche</span></a>.</p></span></div></div></div>True
Seasonal Backcountry Area closure<div class="ExternalClassD498EA63805044FE81967EEB3A04EC10"><div>All backcountry routes are now closed for the season above Norvan Falls in Lynn Valley and north of Dam Mountain and Thunderbird Ridge in the Grouse alpine area due to hazardous snow conditions. </div></div>True
Notice of Trail Construction<div class="ExternalClass8040E8CC6332419D951542CAC688F7FD"> <div>Park staff will be working on the Lower Lynn Loop Trail to remove storm damaged tree debris.     Access will be maintained but there may be short delays.   Please use caution near moving equipment and obey all signs and staff direction.    For more info, call 604-224-5739. </div></div>True

 

 

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