fanrgs wrote:
The falls he is describing are Takakkaw Falls, about a 300 meter free fall, with boulders at the base that you can climb. It is spectacular and I would highly recommend the side trip off the Trans-Canada Highway to see it. However, there are some hairpin turns that won't take any big MH or long trailer, so the suggestion to get an RV spot in Field is a good one (we watched a tour bus back down one of the hairpins despite signs saying that long vehicles were prohibited).
Actually the tourbus was doing it correctly. There are signs indicating how to navigate the switchbacks for long vehicles such as MHs and tourbuses. They go forward to the 1st turn, backwards to the 2nd turn and then forward again. It's actually quite easy to do. Trailers are strictly prohibited as there is no way for them to negotiate the turns. There is a place to disconnect and park your trailer just before the road up to the falls.
The campground being referred to is called Kickinghorse with 88 sites. There are no services at the sites but there are hot showers available. There is also Monarch campground, immediately before Kickinghorse. Again no services, and suitable only for smaller units. Both campgrounds fill up VERY early during peak season so get there early.
Takakkaw Falls are well worth the side trip, and there is excellent hiking as well.
