Mount MacPherson

The Mount MacPherson Trail is a difficult hike that will take you through dense forests and across exposed false summits before the final push up the peak. Most of the elevation gain will be focussed on the forest half of the route, with the second half being largely made up of exposed scrambles along the saddle. Make sure to bring enough water and fuel for the journey, as it is a long one.

Setting out from the trailhead, hike up the forest service road until you come across the trail clearly marked by a pole with coloured tags. Take this route to the right to set out on a path towards the mountain. From here, you will climb uphill through the thick forest cover until you start to reach more rocky and technical terrain. Here, the trail will turn east to lead you over the false summits and across the saddle, allowing you to make the final ascent of the peak. From the top of Mount MacPherson, you will be able to enjoy a bird’s eye view of the surrounding area, including the town of Revelstoke and the Upper Arrow Lake in the valley far below. When you’ve finished with the sights, head back down the same trail to return to your vehicle.