Sky Pilot - West Ridge
Squamish
Sky Pilot - West Ridge
Trail Running Difficult
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 851 m
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 21˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and October. From a low point of 851 m to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 15 km, 1226 vertical metres of ascent and 1226 vertical metres of descent.
Description
This is a common scramble/climb up Sky pilot mountain. Requires glacier travel and 4th/5th class climbing!
Difficulty
Difficult
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.