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Black Tusk
Black Tusk is considered to be the remnant of an extinct andesitic stratovolcano which formed between about 1.3 and 1.1 million years ago. It is located at the heart of the Garibaldi Provincial Park. The view from the zenith is breathtakingly beautiful with Helm Lake and Cinder Flats almost at your feet.
Hiking and Camping
Hiking Black Tusk
will take you 6.8 hours with 5,700 feet of elevation. While many hikers
do complete this trail in a day, the distance and elevation gain make
for a very long day. The best time to hike is from July to October.
A
strategic start would be from the wooden steps in the upper section of
the Rubble Creek parking lot. The first 6 kilometers is a steady dirt
trail climb until one reaches the junction. Taking the left trail wil
l lead you up towards Taylor Meadows and eventually on to Black Tusk.
A scenic view of the entire surrounding of the Garibaldi Lake is
seen at the base of the Tusk and most hikers end their hike at this
point. It is discouraged to continue onto the peak of the Tusk as it is
extremely dangerous.
Camping
is permitted at Taylor Meadows and Garibaldi Park near Black Tusk.
Campers wanting to camp can just do Black Tusk the following day after
they have set up camp. Dogs are not allowed at Black Tusk or on any trails in Garibaldi Provincial Park. There are Pit toilets at several points along the route to Black Tusk.