British Columbia · Hiking

Goat Ridge Scramble Route

Technical T5 alpine scramble with exposed ridge terrain and dramatic views.

0.5 mi
round trip: 930 ft
climb: Out and back
route: Expert
difficulty

The Goat Ridge Scramble Route is a challenging alpine scramble in British Columbia that rewards adventurers with dramatic ridge-top views and technical terrain. This out-and-back route demands solid scrambling skills and mountain experience, with exposed sections and steep scrambling that characterize the SAC T5 rating. The short distance belies the technical difficulty and commitment required to safely navigate this alpine objective.

NearbyCopilot · G-String · Robin's

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