West Ridge Route
- 1.4 mi
- round trip
- 2,649 ft
- climb
- Out and back
- route
- Hard
- difficulty
The West Ridge Route is a scenic out-and-back trail in British Columbia offering moderate alpine terrain and rewarding ridge-top views. This T3-rated route combines steady climbing with exposed ridgeline hiking, making it ideal for hikers seeking mountain vistas without extreme technical difficulty. The return journey follows the same path, allowing you to enjoy the landscape from a different perspective on the descent.
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