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KOOTENAY RIVER TRAILS

The Kootenay River Trails are a network of walking trails along the east side of the Kootenay River above the confluence with the Columbia River and the community of Ootischenia. There are relatively level walks along the river and more … Continue reading

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SELKIRK MOUNTAINS

Mt Revelstoke NP BADSHOT RANGE, TROUT LAKE & AROUND, LARDEAU RANGE BADSHOT RANGE From West – Camborne K Badshots – West  (Glengarry, Hillman, Pool, Goat Tower, Beak, Goldsmith, Lexington, Thompson) Lardeau, Gainer & Triune FSR K,T Badshots – Centre (Jowett, Homer, Spine, Lade, Piton, … Continue reading

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WEST KOOTENAY

This is a magical place. It is home to one of the few interior temperate rain forests in the world. Spectacular mountain scenery, glaciers, alpine lakes and meadows, splendid forest, extensive wildlife and forgotten old mining ruins are all part … Continue reading

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MT ROOTHAAN

MOUNT ROOTHAAN   7,326 feet (Class 2-3) Is located just south of Chimney Rock and is nearly as rugged as its more famous counterpart. Difficulty: Elevation gain: Key elevations: Distance: Time: Map: USGS Mount Roothaan Drive: Horton Ridge Lookout access: 0.0 … Continue reading

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COLUMBIA MOUNTAINS in the USA

MONASHEE MOUNTAINS Kettle Crest Trail Hoodoo Canyon SELKIRK MOUNTAINS Washington State ΔK Ambercrombie Mt. Δ Sherlock Pk. Springboard Trail Sullivan Lake Δ Crowell Ridge ΔK Gypsy Peak Δ Grassy Top Mt. ΔK Hall Mountain ΔK Shedroof Divide Tr. Δ Shedroof Loop Idaho State – … Continue reading

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INTRODUCTION

WHY WRITE THIS BOOK? KOOTENAY MOUNTAINEERING CLUB COLUMBIA MOUNTAINSThe West Kootenay History Geology Mountains of the West KootenayNaming Mountains in the West Kootenay The Art of Hiking Walking Weather Wind Chill  Safety, Survival Challenge Quiz Plants. Animals, Bears Equipment for … Continue reading

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ROMAN NOSE LAKES

ROMAN NOSE LAKES The three lakes are the Lower (vehicle accessible, has been rejuvenated with gravel paths, boardwalks and bridges, attracts many people) and Middle and Upper lakes (trail very short so still many people). Swept by fire in 1967, … Continue reading

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TWO MOUTH LAKES

TWO MOUTH LAKES Completely untouched, this basin is carpeted with meadows, beneath granite cliffs and domes. There is a good scramble around the head of Slide Creek Canyon that can be added to this hike. This is a habitat for … Continue reading

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HARRISON LAKE

HARRISON LAKE This short but demanding hike leads to a sapphire pool in a granite cirque. The small campground here is worn bare from overuse. Camping is to be discouraged. Walk around the lake or go for a swim; the … Continue reading

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COLUMBIA MOUNTAINS

MOUNTAINS IN THE INTERIOR OF BRITISH COLUMBIA COLUMBIA MOUNTAINS Includes the Cariboo, Monashee, Selkirk, and Purcell Mountains. For many years, this extensive alpine uplift was referred to as the Interior Ranges of British Columbia. The Columbia Mountains are separated from … Continue reading

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