Blaeberry Road

The Blaeberry River Valley offers an adventurous journey through diverse terrain and striking landscapes. This route provides a rewarding experience for those prepared for a mix of conditions and eager to explore the area's natural beauty.

The initial 4 miles are private property that opens to public land afterward. Along the western slope of the Canadian Rockies, Blaeberry Road begins as a well-graded dirt road accessible to 2-wheel drive vehicles. The road becomes rougher and rockier as travel progresses, requiring a high-clearance vehicle for continued progress. At the 26-mile mark, a short-wheelbase 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended due to the fifteen runoff ditches marking a more challenging section of the road. These ditches can be deep and narrow, while some are wider and shallow.

Near the 24-mile mark, Mummery Glacier is partially visible from the trail. It is accompanied by epic waterfalls that add to the scenic allure.

The Blaeberry Valley becomes very remote near the trail's end. Be prepared for changing weather conditions, which can impact road conditions and accessibility, especially after the 26-mile mark. Before setting out, check for wildfires in the area as well.

Multiple recreation sites and non-designated areas provide ample camping opportunities along the river. These sites include O.B. Campground, Thompson Falls Recreation Site, Split Creek Recreation Site, Mummery Glacier Recreation Site, and Cairnes Creek Recreation Site as the last spot to camp. The Thompson Falls Rec Site also has an impressive set of upper and lower waterfalls.

There are roughly a dozen single-lane bridges spanning the river and various creeks. Blaeberry Road ends at Cairnes Creek Rec Site, where a deactivated bridge is located.