This historic trail, begun in 1865 by Edgar Dewdney, was the main route through this area until it was replaced in the 1920's by the Cascade Highway (Santa Rosa Road). Beyond the 15 kilometers maintained by the Boundary Forest District, the trail continues another 24 km to Sheep Creek near Rossland. Look for white and green Dewdney trail signs, as well as reflective orange diamonds. This trail crosses several areas of private land. Please ensure continued use of these lands by staying on marked trails and not littering.

Upper Dewdney Trail

This trail offers moderate biking and an easy hike. There are some great viewpoints overlooking the Kettle Valley and south into the USA. This historical trail is over 150 years old, being the original horse pack route through the region.

Distance:	4.6 km plus 2.3 km road in from Santa Rosa
Difficulty:	Hike: Easy Bike: Moderate/Difficult
Elev. Change:	480 m
Uses:	Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding

Take Santa Rosa Road off of Hwy 3 and follow it for 24 km, reaching the parking area for the Christina Crest Trail. From there, take the middle road as it winds down and around right to the height of land. Follow until the road meets the gas line and a small parking area with a great view west. Hikers may prefer to access the trail at the 14 km point on Santa Rosa Rd. and ascend to the summit.

Lower Dewdney Trail

This trail is steep in sections and is popular with mountain bikers. It provides a moderate hike leading to some viewpoints of the lake and valley near the top. As a hike it has some steep and loose sections.

Distance :	3.5 km, plus 1.2 km in from Santa Rosa
Difficulty :	Hike: Moderate Bike: Moderate/Difficult
Elev. Change :	520 m
Uses :	Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding

This lower section of the Dewdney Trail is accessed from Maida Creek FSR, which branches off of Santa Rosa Road at the 7 km point. Once on Maida Creek FSR, follow the road for 2 km, reaching the Lower Dewdney Trail. There is a parking area just past the trailhead.

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