Fozzy Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Hi, So it's that time of year again where i do my annual pilgrimage from UK to Vancouver to watch the Canucks but this time i want to do it a bit differently so i'm asking for your advice on this. I am planning on watching the Canucks vs Avelanche on the 28th March. My trip would start with a flight to Calgary on the 20th and for a few days explore Banff, Lake Louise etc. However i am then thinking of going to Jasper-------------> Clearwater-------------->Whistler before getting into Vancouver. I am thinking of stopping for a night in each of the above places for a night and maybe for two in Whistler to do a bit of ski-ing. Is it safe at that time of year to do the Jasper--------Whistler journey ? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucklehead Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 If you're taking that route you should stop at Sun Peaks. The only concern I'd have is travelling Highway 99 to Whistler as it can be treacherous. I'd take the Coqihalla [route 5] to be safer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift-4 Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 All depends on the weather. If you have good weather you will be fine. Bad weather just take it easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurn Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Carry chains and use snow tires. Also pack a cell phone, a small candle and blankets,and a bit of food in case of a breakdown. Cub scout motto BE Prepared. You should be just fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.B Cooper Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 I grew up in that area. (golden). With good snow tires you should be fine. They do a half decent keeping the roads clean. I highly suggest taking a day to ride Kicking Horse Resort in Golden. I'd take it over any of those hills you mentioned, but i would prob skip lake Louis hill for KHMR. Louis is icy, packed and just weak compared to the big mountian experience up on the horse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugemanskost Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 I live much further north in Dawson Creek, BC. We are in the northern Rocky Mountain foothills at about 2200 feet. Up here, and on Highway 1, The Coquihala, 99, the Hope-Priceton, a squall could blow in at any time of year. March is touch and go, but, you should be good. Preparation is key... Winter tires, cell, food and water, blankets... be safer than sorry. Enjoy yourself, dude! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolt Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 You could take the train from Jasper-Kamloops then continue by train from Kamloops to Vancouver. Or get off Kamloops and head up to Sun Peaks for a couple days via shuttle and bus to Vancouver when time dictates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wetcoaster Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Hi, So it's that time of year again where i do my annual pilgrimage from UK to Vancouver to watch the Canucks but this time i want to do it a bit differently so i'm asking for your advice on this. I am planning on watching the Canucks vs Avelanche on the 28th March. My trip would start with a flight to Calgary on the 20th and for a few days explore Banff, Lake Louise etc. However i am then thinking of going to Jasper-------------> Clearwater-------------->Whistler before getting into Vancouver. I am thinking of stopping for a night in each of the above places for a night and maybe for two in Whistler to do a bit of ski-ing. Is it safe at that time of year to do the Jasper--------Whistler journey ? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-52 Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 I would hardly call the Coqihalla a safe road, they have an entire show dedicated to the accidents and towing of vehicles for that road alone. Also its quite a ways off from where he wants to go. March there is rarely snow here, you should be fine. You may find a day is more than enough at each of your desired destinations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaydar Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 You should use snow tires or carry chains but if you are renting a vehicle that can be a problem as few rental vehicles are equipped with snow tires and do not come with chains here in BC. I am not sure what the situation is in Alberta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 You should use snow tires or carry chains but if you are renting a vehicle that can be a problem as few rental vehicles are equipped with snow tires and do not come with chains here in BC. I am not sure what the situation is in Alberta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wetcoaster Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Many rental companies offer cars with snow tires here in BC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fozzy Posted February 2, 2013 Author Share Posted February 2, 2013 Hi Guys, Thanks for the great advice. Looking forward to the trip so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBackup Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Hi Guys, Thanks for the great advice. Looking forward to the trip so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lockhart Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Carry chains and use snow tires. Also pack a cell phone, a small candle and blankets,and a bit of food in case of a breakdown. Cub scout motto BE Prepared. You should be just fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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