The Crossing Creek or Koko Claims route, as it is known locally, is an important trail that links Elkford with the Bull River drainage. This gives Elkford ATVers access to the popular Whiteswan Provincial Park and Lussier Hot Springs. Although the trail itself does not offer any glorious views, it is essential in that it is a short, direct link to a riding area that would take two hours to access by highway.
It’s amazing to realize that these two riding areas are, in actuality, very close and conveniently accessible due to the Crossing Creek pass. Elkford ATV club member, Gordon Galloway, who is also the safety director for ATV/BC said that the Crossing Creek route is punctuated by outcroppings of rocks and should be navigated with care.
“We did jackhammer some rock down when we did trail maintenance,” he said.
The Elkford club did some major route upgrades to this pass, including installation of culverts and surface grading.
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Due to elevation, this route is recommended from July to October. Snowmobiles also use this route in winter, although avalanche risk is an important factor.