Thacker Marsh
Trail Stats
Trailhead Location: https://g.co/kgs/4t2k4Ws
Round Trip Trail Distance in KM: 1.5km
Elevation Gain in M: 0
Highest Point in M: 70
Dogs Allowed: Yes (on leash)
4 X 4 Needed: No
Map
Trail Access
The trailhead and parking lot are accessed off of Union Bar Rd.
Here is the google map for the parking lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vsEJ8YQd8fRvh8Yh6
The trail is located inside the town of Hope at the base of Thacker Mountain.
There is a pit toilet and garbage can near the parking lot.
When hiking every trail please practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out anything you pack in.
Trail Description
A gently graded gravel trail take you alongside Thacker Marsh connecting from Sucker's Creek where it meets the Fraser River, east to Kettle Valley Road. There is also a short trail connecting you to Union Bar Road where you can get a different view of the marsh from the roadside.
This marsh is home to an abundance of wildlife including beavers, great blue heron, red-winged blackbirds, and more. It is an excellent spot for wildlife viewing, including bird watching, and seeing salmon spawning.
Dogs on-leash are permitted on the trail, but please be responsible to ensure they are picked up after and do not wander off the trail to disturb wildlife or the surrounding habitat.
There is cell phone reception on this trail but it's always best to download any electronic maps you plan on using beforehand such as Gaia GPS or AllTrails.
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