Pyramid Creek Loop

Although the name makes it sound like a nice creekside hiking loop, the Pyramid Creek Loop is a tough full-day climb through rugged terrain that is more suited for experienced hikers. With 5335ft of elevation gain along the route, this challenging hike will more than likely leave exhausted by the day’s end. The trail sets out from the side of the road and heads through the forest to the northeast. Almost immediately, the trail will begin to climb steeply uphill as you work your way through the forested valley towards the loop portion of the hike. When you reach a fork in the trail, follow the path to the right to begin the loop in a counterclockwise direction. Here, you will need to climb uphill and traverse a few scree slopes on the way to the high point of the trail.

Once you reach the top of the ridge, you will have an amazing sightline that stretches across the Kootenay River Valley and includes all of the surrounding mountains. After taking in the views, head down the trail and follow the path to the right of the fork to make a different descent down the ridge alongside a larger scree slope. Once you reach the bottom, you will meet back up with the main trail and can follow it back alongside Pyramid Creek to the trailhead.