Place Glacier Trail
- 3.0 mi
- round trip
- 4,568 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Expert
- difficulty
Place Glacier Trail is an out-and-back route in British Columbia that ascends to one of the province's accessible glacier viewpoints. This challenging alpine trek rewards hikers with dramatic views of Place Glacier and surrounding peaks, traversing steep terrain and potentially exposed sections as elevation increases. The SAC T5 rating reflects significant scrambling and exposure, making this a destination for experienced mountaineers.
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