Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5) in late May
I am planning a trip to Banff and Lake Louise in late May 2017. I have a 32 foot TT. After leaving Lake Louise I will be going to Vancouver. What can I expect on the "Highway Thru Hell" at this tim...
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You mention "Highway thru Hell". You obviously watch the TV program.
I hate to disappoint you, but most of the footage is NOT shot on the Coq.
The TransCanada runs is a two lane highway that runs through the pass and Hwy 5 (Coq) is a four lane big wide highway.
Usually the highway is clear by the end of March with snow off the side.
May is bare and a great road.
If you want scenery, follow Hwy 1 (Transcanada) from Hope through to Kamloops.
You will follow the river, pass Hells Gate, and probably see white water rafting.
It is an extra hour with an RV but well worth it.
I hate to disappoint you, but most of the footage is NOT shot on the Coq.
The TransCanada runs is a two lane highway that runs through the pass and Hwy 5 (Coq) is a four lane big wide highway.
Usually the highway is clear by the end of March with snow off the side.
May is bare and a great road.
If you want scenery, follow Hwy 1 (Transcanada) from Hope through to Kamloops.
You will follow the river, pass Hells Gate, and probably see white water rafting.
It is an extra hour with an RV but well worth it.
