British Columbia · Hiking

Summit Trail

Moderate out-and-back summit hike in British Columbia with alpine views.

2.8 mi
round trip
2,010 ft
climb
Out and back
route

Best time to visit Summit Trail

Best months: April–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

  1. Jan

    47° / 37°

    16 wet

  2. Feb

    48° / 36°

    14 wet

  3. Mar

    53° / 38°

    14 wet

  4. Apr

    57° / 41°

    11 wet

  5. May

    64° / 44°

    9 wet

  6. Jun

    68° / 48°

    7 wet

  7. Jul

    72° / 50°

    6 wet

  8. Aug

    73° / 50°

    8 wet

  9. Sep

    68° / 48°

    12 wet

  10. Oct

    58° / 44°

    15 wet

  11. Nov

    51° / 40°

    16 wet

  12. Dec

    46° / 37°

    16 wet

Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Friday Harbor Ap, WA, 21.4 mi away at 109 ft. The station sits about 1,400 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Summit Trail is an out-and-back route in British Columbia that climbs 5.68 miles to a scenic summit destination. This trail offers rewarding elevation gain with views that improve as you ascend, making it a popular choice for hikers seeking a moderate alpine experience. The return journey follows the same path, allowing you to enjoy the scenery from a different perspective on your descent.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Summit Trail for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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