Vermilion Peak Route
Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.7 mi (7.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,858 ft (1,176 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 30 min
- High point
- 8,609 ft (2,624 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Vermilion Peak 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from start
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Questions about Vermilion Peak Route
How long is Vermilion Peak Route?
Vermilion Peak Route is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 30 min. It climbs 3,858 ft (1,176 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,609 ft (2,624 m).
How hard is Vermilion Peak Route?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Vermilion Peak Route?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Vermilion Peak Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Vermilion Peak Route shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Vermilion Peak Route?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Vermilion Peak Route?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Marble Canyon/Ochre Paint Pots Connector Trail Kootenay National Park · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.5 km)
- Numa Creek Trail Kootenay National Park · Hard · 7.5 mi (12.1 km)
- Tumbling Creek Trail Kootenay National Park · Moderate · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Stanley Glacier Trail Kootenay National Park · Hard · 5.2 mi (8.4 km)
- Rockwall Trail Kootenay National Park · Expert · 32.9 mi (52.9 km)
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