Tantalus Traverse
Squamish
Tantalus in a day - Traverse North to South
Trail Running Severe
- Distance
- 40 km
- Ascent
- 3.8 km
- Descent
- 3.8 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 17 m
- High Point
- 2.6 km
- Gradient
- 23˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 17 m to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 40 km, 3750 vertical metres of ascent and 3785 vertical metres of descent.
Description
The Classic Tantalus Traverse
Difficulty
Severe
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.