Canoe Mountain is a truly outstanding SUV adventure in Canada
Canoe Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.628m (8,622ft) above the sea level, located in east central British Columbia, in Canada. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.
Can I drive through Canoe Mountain in BC?
Set high in the Monashee Range of Columbia Mountains, the road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s called Canoe Mountain Road. It’s a fire service road. It’s said to be the highest vehicle accessible launch in the country. Atop of the mountain is a CBC TV tower. The road ends where the telecommunications facility perches on the edge of a precipice. The summit features a panoramic view in all directions and stunning views of Kinbasket Lake. It’s the northernmost peak of the Monashee Range. At the summit, a memorial has been constructed to Daniel Cantin
Is the road through Canoe Mountain in BC challenging?
Accessibility is largely limited to the summer season. 4x4 vehicles or ATV required. The surface of the road is not in very good shape anymore as it is not maintained. It’s pretty slow going with some narrow parts, tight turns, loose gravel and very steep near the top.
How long is the road to Canoe Mountain in BC?
Starting at BC-5 Highway, the road to the summit is 12.60 km (7.83 mi) long. Over this distance the elevation gain is 1809 meters. The average gradient is 14.35%.
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