Mount Elphinstone Summit Trail

Route Description for Mount Elphinstone Summit Trail

Hiking the Mount Elphinstone Summit Trail is a surefire way to get your daily steps in and then some. The trail follows a very steep grade up to the viewpoint at the summit, where the amazing views over the Sunshine Coast should help you to forget about the physically demanding climb to attain them. Hikers should make sure to bring microspikes and/or hiking poles to aid you during the steep climb, as the trail can become fairly icy at certain times of the year.

The trail sets out from the Sprockids Trail Recreation Site along the southern slope of the mountain and immediately enters into a beautiful stretch of forest. At the initial fork, head left to begin your climb to the summit in a northwestern direction. After pushing through the dense cover of the forest for a few kilometres, you will eventually arrive at the viewpoint at the summit. From here, you can enjoy the amazing views that stretch across Howe Sound to Bowen Island, and west across the Strait of Georgia. After taking in the views, head back down the same route to return to the trailhead.