A very demanding out-and-back hike to a big view, with water along the way. Long and demanding, with about 1550 m of climbing. Start early, and go only with experience.
Very hard · 28–30 km out-and-back · +1500–1550 m climb · 10–12 hours · Dogs: no dogs
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Sea-to-Sky · ~85 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check BC Parks before you go.
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| Region | Sea-to-Sky |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Very hard |
| Season | Mid-summer to early fall |
| Trailhead | Rubble Creek trailhead, Garibaldi Park |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | BC Parks summer day-use vehicle pass at Rubble Creek in peak season. |
| Dogs | No dogs |
| Kid-friendly | Better for older, fit kids or adults |
| Highlights | Views, Lakes & water |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Managed by | BC Parks |
Very long day or an overnight. Final ridge is steep loose rock. Snow lingers into July.
Numbers are approximate. Check BC Parks for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 28–30 km (out-and-back) with roughly 1500–1550 m of elevation gain. Most people take 10–12 hours. Figures are approximate; check BC Parks before you go.
No. Dogs are not allowed on this trail.
BC Parks summer day-use vehicle pass at Rubble Creek in peak season.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
See also: Hikes with the best views · Lake hikes · Hikes for July · Hikes for August · Hikes for September · Sea-to-Sky hikes · Big climbs · Guides
Hike Vancouver. "Panorama Ridge." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/panorama-ridge/
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