Video: Jesmond Peak, a Mountain Biking Gem of British Columbia
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Jesmond Peak feels as if it splits British Columbia right down the middle. On one side, the breathtaking peaks of the Chilcotin mountain range loom on the horizon, and to the other, rolling Cariboo plateau stretches long into the province interior. The Stswecem’c Xget’tem First Nation have been living on and caring for this land since time immemorial, and they’ve taken steps to continue to do so through recreation and tourism but with integrated valuable lessons.
Lost Marbles DH was built by First Journey Trails in partnership with the Stswecem’c Xget’tem. The trail is a 765m drop down Jesmond starting in the alpine below the peak. The construction of the bike trails is just a beginning. While a few years out, there are plans for having eBike rentals and shuttles available. In addition, there will be horseback riding and cultural teachings like weaving, harvesting and fishing.
Miranda has travelled the world on her bike, and after spending time at Jesmond Peak she was left reflecting on the idea of seeking treasure all over the world only to find it in one’s own home. Often what we seek is much closer than we imagine. Travel around the globe is so easy, the world sometimes feels small, but the weekend we spent at Jesmond Peak is a reminder.
