Hollyburn Mountain (Winter Route)
An extremely popular snowshoe route to the summit of Hollyburn Mountain.
Statistics
| Total Distance: |
6.0 km (return) |
| Estimated Time: |
3 hours |
| Average Grade: |
14.3% |
| Structure: |
Linear - Return |
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Elevation Gain:
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430 m |
| Start Elevation: |
900 m |
| Max Elevation: |
1330 m |
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Directions
From the city of Vancouver, cross either the Lions Gate Bridge or the Ironworker's Memorial (Second Narrows) Bridge. Follow Highway #1/#99 west to exit #8, signed as "Cypress". Follow Cypress Bowl Road north as it winds it's way up the mountain to the ski hill area. Turk right after entering the ski hill area and follow signs for the cross-country ski and toboggan (sledding) area. Parking is free during the winter months.
Details
One of three free winter backcountry trails operated by BC Parks at Cypress Mountain. Route is not part of the commercial ski operation.
GPS Waypoints
| Hollyburn Hiker's Access Trailhead |
N49.37959 W123.19140 |
10U 486107 5469672 |
| End of Patrolled Trail |
N49.39472 W123.17949 |
10U 486976 5471352 |
| Summit |
N49.40056 W123.18304 |
10U 486720 5472002 |