6.4 km away
Talapus Lake
A mellow hike to a stunning alpine lake.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.7 km
- Ascent
- 221 m
- Descent
- 221 m
McClellan Butte Upper Lot
McClellan Butte Upper Lot
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 913 m
- Descent
- 914 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 674 m
- High Point
- 1.5 km
- Gradient
- 13˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features extreme exposure and is typically done between July and September. From a low point of 674 m to the maximum altitude of 1.5 km, the route covers 11 km, 913 vertical metres of ascent and 914 vertical metres of descent.
Description
McClellan Butte Upper Lot
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Extreme Exposure
Some trail sections are extremely exposed where falling will almost certainly result in serious injury or death.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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