Join us for a ridge walk through meadows of wild flowers, drink in the breathtaking views, and let us share a magical experience found only on mountain tops.
Guests arrive at the summit via our Gondola, and can then choose to explore four varied trails, ranging in difficulty, from mild (beginner) to wild (advanced).
CPR Ridge Walk
Rating: Easy
Return Time: 20 – 30 Minutes
Description: This trail begins at the top of the Golden Eagle Express Gondola and heads down the ridge, parallel to the gondola line. Be sure to take in the lookout points offering spectacular views of the Columbia River Valley, Blaeberry Valley and Rocky Mountains.
Dogtooth Ridge Hike
Rating: More Difficult (This Trail Leaves Resort Boundary)
Return Time: 1 – 6 Hours (Depends on turnaround point)
Description: Follow “It’s a Ten” roadway for approx 200 metres. then follow the trail up to the left and along the ridgeline. At the Y, go right to the top of the Blue Heaven Lookout or continue left on a well-defined alpine trail. This trail continues North on the backside of the ridge for several kilometers, eventually ending in the Gorman Lake area. Wild flowers and fantastic mountain vistas can be found all along this trail.
Terminator Ridge Hike
Rating: Most Difficult – Scree and large rocks in places
Return Time: 2 – 3 Hours
Description: From the Gondola top, head South along the ridge. This well defined trail cuts below Terminator ridge and heads to the Super Bowl saddle. Continue to follow the main ridge up through a light scramble section. The trail culminates on T2 summit lookout, at the top of an alpine meadow. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Columbia wetlands to the south with the Rocky and Purcell Mountains on either side.
It’s a Ten – Top to Bottom Hike
Rating: Easy
Return Time: 4 – 6 hours up, 1-3 hrs down
Description: This well marked, 10 km trail, follows the Ten road from the bottom of the resort to the top, gaining 3,700 feet in elevation. Hikers can start at the bottom or take the Gondola to the top and head down. Please be advised that Mountain Bikers also use the road and have right of way.