Wedgemount Lake

Description

The trail leads to a glacial lake of intense turquoise color, located at the foot of the imposing Wedgemount Glacier and surrounded by rocky peaks, glaciers, and alpine fields. Although it does not have a very long distance, the significant elevation gain makes the route challenging. During the summer, it is possible to explore the shores of the lake, continue to the mountain hut (Wedgemount Hut), or extend the hike towards Tupper Lake, which lies just below the glacier. Photos by Vicente Leal E. Fernandez.

Activities

Activity Hiking

Time 7h 0m

Guidelines

Extension: 12.6 Km

Access status: Open

Difficulty Hard

Orientation Easy

Signaling Level Complete

Conservation Good

Risk Exposure Medium

Sun Exposure Medium

Hydration Point Available

Climbing No climbing required

Minimum Altitude: 752m

Maximum Altitude: 1977m

Negative Unevenness: 1183m

Positive Unevenness: 1183m

Attractions that the trail offers

Lake

Peak

Flora

Fauna

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Map

Guidelines

Extension: 12.6 Km

Difficulty: Hard

Orientation: Easy

Signaling Level: Complete

Minimum Altitude: 752m

Maximum Altitude: 1977m

Negative Unevenness: 1183m

Positive Unevenness: 1183m

Route

The route begins near the Sea to Sky Highway and continuously ascends through a dense coniferous forest. From the first few meters, the trail has a steep incline, with terrain made up of dirt, exposed roots, and rocky sections. As it gains altitude, the path crosses small streams and passes through increasingly open areas, where views of the surrounding mountains and valleys begin to emerge. After leaving the forest, the trail traverses alpine fields, making the terrain more uneven and stony. The last meters to the lake remain steep but gradually reveal the characteristic glacial landscape of the region. Upon reaching Wedgemount Lake, the trail continues along its shore to the mountain hut.