KVR Princeton to Coalmont 2024 (BC, Similkameen)

Flooding in late 2021 wreaked havoc on the section of KVR trail from Princeton to Coalmont. Part of the bridge outside Princeton was washed away, cutting off access from the east. To make the situation worse, embankments were washed away part way to Coalmont cutting off access from the west. This leaves a section of trail with many features that are completely inaccessible (several old bridges, the Parr tunnel, scenic trail and cliffs).

We hadn't seen any reports since the flooding so decided to bushwhack down onto the trail for a first hand investigation. The trail is washed away in so many locations that it is impassible when the river is raging. In the early spring it was possible to navigate the full length to take in the full scope of destruction.