Mount Arrowsmith via Judges Route — Offline Backcountry Pocket Sheet

Trailhead & Navigation

GPS Coordinates:
49.221, -124.62066

Estimated Time: 3 h 58 min

Dog Access: Check Park Regulations

Dog regulations not explicitly specified. Check local park or regional district signage before bringing pets.

10 Wilderness Essentials

Navigation (Offline map, compass, whistle)
Headlamp / flashlight with spare batteries
Bear spray (accessible on belt or chest harness)
Extra warm layers and waterproof shell
Fire starter and waterproof matches
First aid kit & blister care
Emergency blanket or bivy shelter
Extra food & 2L+ clean water / filter
Sun protection (sunglasses, hat, sunscreen)
Cell phone + portable power bank

Route Summary

Overview: Tackle the steep and rewarding 7.08 km Judges Route up Mount Arrowsmith in Alberni-Clayoquot F, gaining 984 m of elevation for epic alpine views.

Mount Arrowsmith via Judges Route offers one of the most rewarding and challenging day hikes in the Alberni-Clayoquot F region of British Columbia. Ascending through dense coastal forest into rugged alpine terrain, this trail provides hikers with dramatic mountain landscapes and sweeping panoramic vistas. As the highest peak in Southern Vancouver Island, Mount Arrowsmith stands out for its steep, unyielding topography and diverse forest ecosystems, making it a bucket-list destination for experie...

🚨 Emergency In British Columbia Backcountry

Dial 911 and request POLICE and SEARCH & RESCUE (SAR).

• Search and Rescue in British Columbia is 100% free — never hesitate to call for help.
• If you get lost: STOP (Sit, Think, Observe, Plan). Stay in one place, stay warm, and make yourself visible.
• Ensure you have filed a trip plan with friends or family via AdventureSmart.ca prior to departure.