Coire Dubh Integral
Posted on December 5, 2010 by Scott in mixed climbing, mountaineering
Located on Goat Mountain, Coire Dubh is a rarely done 5.4 summer rock climb that becomes an excellent route in winter that should not be missed by aspiring mixed climbers. A classic multi-pitch adventure that even tops out on the summit of Loder Peak for the full mountain experience. The constant wind and chinooks clear [...]
South Face of Mt. Wilson
Posted on November 8, 2010 by Scott in mountaineering
The South Face route climbs the left (west) edge of a wall of white quartzite high on Mt. Wilson above the Saskatchewan River Crossing. This wall is very prominent when driving north on Highway 93 N (the Icefields Parkway). The South Face is a good moderate climb; in fact the rock and positions on the [...]
The Maul
Posted on November 8, 2010 by Scott in mixed climbing, mountaineering
The Wedge is the prominent wedge-shaped peak on the east side of Highway 40 directly across from Mt. Kidd. Like Mt. Lorette, The Wedge is small by Rockies standards and an unlikely candidate for a recommended alpine route. However, the ease of access and excellent mixed climbing make it worthy of consideration. The triangular north [...]
East Ridge of Lady Macdonald
Posted on October 20, 2010 by Scott in mountaineering
The east ridge of Lady Macdonald is a moderate alpine rock climb found right above Canmore. It’s a fun day out with great views of the valley. Bring a light rack and a rope. With a few pitches of moderate rock climbing (5.5/5.6), the majority of this route follows an exposed ridgeline until it joins [...]