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Burgess Pass Trail

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  2. BC
  3. …BC Rockies
  4. Yoho National Park
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“Steep access trail to Burgess Pass from Emerald Lake ”

Kevin D.
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3.1

Miles

4.9

KM

Point to Point

7,198' 2,194 m

High

4,281' 1,305 m

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Up

2,917' 889 m

Down

18%

Avg Grade (10°)

45%

Max Grade (24°)

Dogs Unknown

Description

A steep trail starting from the Emerald Lake parking area and Emerald Lake Lodge. The trail climbs through a long series of switchbacks and is mostly forested until reaching subalpine near the Burgess Pass. Access to the Burgess Shale quarries is restricted to those with authorization or a Parks guide.

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Land Manager: Parks Canada - Yoho National Park

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#15

in Yoho National Park

#30024

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#15

in Yoho National Park

#247

in British Columbia

#30,024

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