Giscome Portage

Description

Giscome Portage Trail is a designated Heritage Trail.  The trail crosses the Continental Divide, which separates the Pacific and Arctic watersheds.  Historically the route was known and used by the indigenous peoples of the area.  

Trail Info
Distance:
8.5 km
Duration:
3-4 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Trail Type:
Point to Point
Directions

Located 40 km north of Prince George and 6 km off Hwy 97 North on Mitchell Road.  The Northern trailhead is located where the trail comes out at Barney Creek, with a summer parking area located adjacent to the end of the trail and winter parking about 150m up Barney Road and to the left.