We offer an optional ascent of Mount Bowman, a climb of about 100-m more to those who crave to reach the top. After a short ferry ride to the western shore, pan for gold in the traditional way of the pioneer. You will hike through giant sage and towering juniper trees. Chukor and ring necked pheasant hide in the shadows blending into the scenery. After a break for lunch, we'll hike through Big Bar Death Valley to the plateaus high above the Fraser River where California big horn sheep and grazing mule deer congregate.
Wind blown hoodoos and tall spires make up the spectacular scenery.
This is an easy hike. You might see beaver and muskrat build homes and dams. Osprey and bald eagles soar above sharing the blue sky. Enjoy all this and more as you hike along Big Bar Creek. Clientele can be taken to hiking staging areas and returned following the days adventure.