Monthly Archives: January 2024

An easy walk through forest along the Kootenay River. The Slocan Pools are on private land but can be accessed by the public. Difficulty: easy A1 Distance: 4.5 km round trip Elevation: 50 m Season: April to November Drive. From the … Continue reading →

An off-trail traversing the boulders and scree in the Ymir Bowl. Climb Ymir Mountain.  Difficulty: C2 difficult Distance:  round trip: 6.7 km Elevation: +760m Season: mid-July to late September Drive up Whitewater Ski Hill Road and park. Trail. There are two main … Continue reading →

This is a ridgeline of peaks with great views in all directions. Wildflowers in late July. Rating: ♦♦♦♦◊ Difficulty. C2 moderate Distance. West Texas Peak is 5.2 km one way. Reco is 5 km one way Elevation: West Texas Peak +779m. … Continue reading →