JOFFRE LAKES
Joffre Lakes is a glimpse from our PNW vacation. On our visit to the PNW we spent some of our time in Vancouver and visiting regions around Whistler.
Joffre Lakes
The third hike we did was back in Whistler at Joffre Lakes. I was skeptical of this hike because it used the same name as an unfavorable character from the HBO hit series Game of Thrones…but it is spelled differently so what the heck. Joffre Lakes was actually really awesome and a highlight of the trip. The trailhead is about an hour from Whistler Village and an epic drive. You start out by walking 5 minutes down to the first lake which is breathtaking, it feels like you should just stay there forever. From there you hike to the second lake which is about halfway up, probably 1.5 miles from the bottom. The second lake is much larger than the first and is surrounded by beautiful trees and mountains. You can walk out onto the lake on a tree that has fallen into the water and get a pretty great photo out of it.
The third lake is where it’s at though! Climb another 1.5 miles to the top for the best view you’ll get all day. From here you are at the base of the top peak where you can view the glacier that is feeding the lake. While you’re there you can hardly believe it is real, definitely take some time to soak up the view, eat some lunch, and if you’ve planned ahead…pop open that cold one to celebrate simply being there. On your way home make sure to check out Pemberton Brewing Company and Whistler Brewing Company.
