British Columbia · Hiking

West Burwell Route

0.6 mi
round trip: 891 ft
climb: Out and back
route: Hard
difficulty

The West Burwell Route is a challenging out-and-back trail in British Columbia that demands technical scrambling skills and route-finding ability. This short but steep alpine route rewards experienced hikers with access to remote high-elevation terrain, featuring exposed scrambling sections typical of SAC T4 classifications. The route's brevity belies its difficulty—expect sustained elevation gain and potentially loose or exposed rock.

Nearby · Cathedral Mountain Route · Coho Trail · Headwaters Trail

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