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Hikes/Canada/British Columbia/Golden
Difficulty
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Moderate
Elevation
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120 m
Distance
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1.4 km
Duration
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0.5-1h
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Terminator Peak

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The hike up to Terminator Peak is a 0.9mi out-and-back route on the Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, taking hikers up a ridgeline trail and on a side path to reach the summit. This trail has scenic views overlooking the city of Golden, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, and the rugged expanse of the Purcell Mountains. Combine this hike with other short trails in the vicinity to make the most out of your day in the mountains.

Route Description for Terminator Peak

Hiking along the trail to Terminator Peak is a fairly quick experience that will allow hikers to take in some tremendous views overlooking the city of Golden and the Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. Setting out from the top of the Golden Eagle Express Gondola, the trail heads to the southeast and climbs over the Super Bowl Saddle before breaking off to the north towards the summit. You will be hiking above the secured climbing route at the resort known as the Via Ferrata along this portion of the trail.

After a brief and easy scramble along the ridge, you will arrive at the summit and have fantastic views over the Columbia Valley. This hike is a great way to explore the Kicking Horse Resort trails and can be combined with other short trails in the area for a fun day of hiking in the mountains.

Getting to the Terminator Peak Trailhead

To reach the Terminator Peak trailhead from Golden, make your way northwest for 1.3mi on Kicking Horse Drive and continue onto Kicking Horse Trail. Stay on this road for 6.2mi, and you will reach the Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. At this point, hikers will need to either make their way up the mountain to the trailhead by foot or by gondola.

Route Information

  • When to do:

    May–October

  • Backcountry Campsites:

    No

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    Older Children only

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

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