Mount Roberts Trail

Hiking the Mount Roberts Trail is a fun way to experience some rugged climbing terrain without too much added difficulty. The route has a few steep sections of trail with some light scrambling and features 2789ft of elevation gain, which is perfect for casual hikers looking for a bit more of a challenge. You will also need to use some very basic route finding skills through the upper portions of the trail; however, these paths are easy enough to follow and will allow you to experience some truly amazing views.

The trail sets out from the side of the road and immediately renders into the dense cover of the forest. Initially, you will make your way north alongside West Little Sheep Creek before the trail turns to the west along a series of switchbacks. After working your way through these, you will exit the tree cover and into the more rocky/technical part of the hikle. Here, you will need to follow a route to the summit that involves some light scrambling and climbing over boulders. Once you reach the summit, you will have some breathtaking views overlooking the town of Rossland in the valley below, as well as the surrounding mountains that include Red Mountain to the east, Granite Mountain to the north, and O.K. Mountain to the south. After taking in the views, head back down the trail to return to your vehicle.