Rossland, British Columbia • Kootenay Rockies
GPS Coordinates:
49.10189, -117.8187
Estimated Time: 3 h 9 min
Dog Access: Dogs on Leash Allowed
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out all pet waste to preserve BC wilderness trails.
Overview: Climb through the open ski runs and mixed subalpine forests of Red Mountain near Rossland on this 8.5-kilometre out-and-back route. Gaining 428 metres, the trail offers sweeping panoramic views across the Rossland Range and Columbia River Valley.
Located just minutes north of downtown Rossland along Highway 3B, Red Mountain Ski Resort transforms during the snow-free months from a world-class winter destination into a scenic hiking and mountain biking playground. This 8.5-kilometre out-and-back trail utilizes resort work roads and maintained summer recreation corridors, tracing a steady climb up the flanks of the ski area. The terrain alternates between gravel maintenance paths, open ski cut swathes lined with seasonal wildflowers, and p...
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