Three years ago, Tracey and I were forced to drive Hwy 11 (aka David Thompson Highway) and the Forestry Trunk Road to Hinton and then to Jasper, due to horrendous weather. We were diverted from our usual route from Calgary to Jasper at the Saskatchewan Crossing of the Icefield Parkway. We never understood why the Warden sent us on the Forestry Road as it is WAY MORE TREACHEROUS, but all the same we took it. Anyhow, to make a long story short, we drove this route, white knuckled the entire way, and needless to say, saw nothing of the area but whiteout.
This last weekend Tracey and I were in need of some new scenery, so we decided to get the old Truck Camper out and head through the route we drove but never saw, three years ago. While looking on the net we found that there was an amazing array of places to see, so we picked out a couple and planned our trip around it.
Tues Night: we slept at Two O'clock Creek Camp
Wed: Climbed Vision Quest Ridge... click here for a video link
Wed: Visited Crescent Falls
Wed Night: Camped Brazeau River Forestry Campgound (ultra remote)
Thurs: traveled the F.T.R. and hiked Cardinal Divide.
We returned Thursday evening after an awesome trip... Truly one of the best of this year! I have to mention that on Thursday we encountered an entire pack of wolves on the road. Best part, we howled and they howled back!
Anyhow, enjoy the pics... I maybe adding photos all week for this trip!
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