Fountain Ridge Trail
- 2.6 mi
- round trip
- 4,141 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Moderate
- difficulty
Fountain Ridge Trail is a scenic out-and-back hike in British Columbia that rewards hikers with ridge-top views and alpine terrain. This moderate trail climbs steadily through subalpine forest before breaking into open ridge country, offering expansive vistas of the surrounding peaks and valleys. The T2 rating indicates straightforward navigation with good trail definition, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking mountain views without extreme technical difficulty.
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