Appa Peak
A scenic climb on the Pemberton Icefield in Canada's British Columbia coast range. While moderate in its technical climbing aspects, the route and surrounding summits are heavily glaciated and seldom climbed. This provides a climbing solitude not normally possible on glaciers in Washington.
getting there
From Whistler, BC, drive 15 miles north on Highway 99. Turn left (west) onto N Rutherford Creek Rd. Drive 12 miles and left turn onto the last short spur which ends at the Menzel Memorial Trailhead.
approach
The Menzel trail is actually a wide swath cut through the woods for snowmobile access and not a maintained hiking trail. Follow it to the emergency cabin at its end. Then continue up the valley generally following Appa Creek to Appa Lake. Continue right around the lake and follow the drainage to the toe of Appa glacier.
Ascent
Ascend Appa Glacier, veering right toward Appa Peak as its summit comes into view. Syaqtsa Skua Peak is on the left and Appa Peak is on the right. Ascend the broad southern ridge of Appa Peak and follow it towards the summit. Ascend the steep snow headwall on the right and continue on easy terrain to the summit.
information for leaders
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Considerations for travel to Canada
- Start by reviewing the latest regulations. Look for information on border crossing and travel to Canada on these websites:
- Everyone must have a passport or other valid ID like a NEXUS card.
- NEXUS cards can save a lot of time but only work if everyone in the car has one.
- Make sure your vehicle insurance is valid for Canada.
- Make sure your health insurance is valid for Canada.
- Border crossing regulations are strict in both directions. Know what you’re allowed to take and declare everything to avoid problems.
- You may be able to save time by checking alternate border crossings.
- See the Travel Industry Council of Ontario's 9 Travel Tips for Crossing the Canadian/U.S. Land Border blog post for some good tips on traveling to Canada.
- Start by reviewing the latest regulations. Look for information on border crossing and travel to Canada on these websites:
- Suitable Activities: Climbing
- Climbing Category: Basic Alpine
- Seasons: May, June, July
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Basic Glacier Climb
- Length: 16.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 4,000 ft
- 7,980 ft
- Land Manager: British Columbia Recreation
- Parking Permit Required: None
- Recommended Party Size: 9
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
- CNTS Pemberton 92J
- CNTS Ryan River 92J/6
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