Monthly Archives: October 2017

MOUNT GIEGERICH   2449m   8035′ Giegerich plays second fiddle to the stars of Glory Basin – Mts John Carter and Outlook. The only practical access to Glory Basin is now via the core area of Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park. Giegerich isn’t … Continue reading →

This was an uncommonly used trail to a mountain few thought of going to. But in 2017, the trail was almost completely rebuilt – new parking, trailhead, first 2 kilometres and  switchbacks were added to steep sections. Parking is ideal on a … Continue reading →

More commonly a mountain bike trail, it is also a nice hike. Requires a shuttle.  Difficulty: A1 Elevation gain: Key elevations: Distance: 8.8 km + 1.7 km at beginning  Time: 3 hours one way Season: June through October Access: Good  … Continue reading →

This trail was created by an enterprising fellow who started wandering uphill on various game trails until a route was created. The trail ascends the north slopes of Mount Sentinel to a viewpoint looking over Crescent Valley and the Playmor … Continue reading →

McNALLY CREEK TRAVERSE  McNally Creek lies between Hanna Ck. and Murphy Ck. on the west side of the Columbia Valley just behind Oasis. The traverse covers about 10.5km over 6 hours, with a variety of terrain. Route: Start on a … Continue reading →

MOUNT DUNDEE   1910m   6250′ This low elevation mountain just south of Nelson is not often climbed. Good early or late in the season.  Difficulty: B2 Elevation gain: 390m (1263′) Key elevations: Park 1520m (4987′); Summit 1910m (6250′) Distance: 3kms Time: 4 hours … Continue reading →

One of the few locations where public land reaches Highway 6 in the lower Slocan Valley is the three kilometres between Slocan Park and Passmore. This is also where the power line coming from South Slocan crosses to go up … Continue reading →

MOUNT FERRIE   2365 m   7759’  This is the high point of the long ridge above Summit Lake. Summit Peak, at the west end of the ridge is 6kms away. The ridge can be seen from the highway, but the true summit … Continue reading →

GREY WOLF   2327 m   7634’ GOLDEN HOPE PEAK   2283 m   7490’ Two peaks on the Arrow Lakes side of the north Valhallas. Accessed by Shannon Creek FSR.  Difficulty: Elevation gain: Key elevations: Distance: Time: Season: mid-July through September Access: Difficult. long … Continue reading →

SUMMIT PEAK    2272m   7454′ Summit Peak, in the Nakusp Range, is located above Summit Lake on Highway 6 and is visible from the highway. It provides excellent views of Nakusp, Upper Arrow Lake, and a portion of Slocan Lake. Difficulty: … Continue reading →