South Powell Divide Route
- 20.7 mi
- round trip
- Out and back
- route
- Hard
- difficulty
The South Powell Divide Route is a challenging 41.46-mile out-and-back trek in British Columbia's remote backcountry, offering experienced hikers an opportunity to traverse high alpine terrain along a dramatic divide. This SAC T4 route demands solid mountaineering skills, route-finding ability, and comfort with exposure as it traverses rugged ridge systems and high passes. The divide offers expansive views across the Powell Range and surrounding peaks, with terrain ranging from scree slopes to rocky scrambling sections.
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