A very demanding out-and-back hike to a big view, with water along the way. Long and demanding, with about 1200 m of climbing. Start early, and go only with experience. Usually quiet.
Very hard · 14 km out-and-back · +1200 m climb · 6–8 hours · Dogs: no dogs
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Sea-to-Sky · ~135 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check BC Parks (Garibaldi Park) before you go.
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| Region | Sea-to-Sky |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Very hard |
| Season | Mid-summer to early fall |
| Trailhead | Wedgemount trailhead, north of Whistler |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | Check BC Parks; overnight camping needs a reservation. |
| Dogs | No dogs |
| Kid-friendly | Better for older, fit kids or adults |
| Highlights | Views, Lakes & water |
| Crowds | Usually quiet |
| Managed by | BC Parks (Garibaldi Park) |
One of the steepest maintained trails in the area. Glacier above the lake is off-limits without training.
Numbers are approximate. Check BC Parks (Garibaldi Park) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 14 km (out-and-back) with roughly 1200 m of elevation gain. Most people take 6–8 hours. Figures are approximate; check BC Parks (Garibaldi Park) before you go.
No. Dogs are not allowed on this trail.
Check BC Parks; overnight camping needs a reservation.
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 · Quieter trails · Big climbs · Guides
Hike Vancouver. "Wedgemount Lake." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/wedgemount-lake/
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