One of the more popular traverses in Rogers Pass, the Sifton Traverse isn’t best known for the skiing, but rather the views. Leave this for a day with good visibility.
9.5 km
1350 m
5-7 hrs
S/E
ROUTE DESCRIPTION
Follow the uptrack on Grizzly Shoulder. Once above the tree line, continue heading north for the col that is just looker’s right of Little Sifton. The col is the beginning of the descent that eventually takes you to the Hermit Parking Lot. It’s possible to leave a vehicle here prior to skiing up or travel along the highway towards the visitor centre.
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