Mount Elizabeth Tr (Kitimat)

Site Description:Mount Elizabeth is a difficult 6 km. trail to alpine that is only recommended for experienced individuals. The trail offers good views of Kitimat and the Douglas Channel. Allow 2 - 2.5 hours to reach the first viewpoint, 3.5 - 4.5 hours to reach Little Elizabeth and 5 - 6 hours to reach the summit. The route to the summit follows along a ridge which climbs to Little Elizabeth. The route then drops into a saddle before beginning the final climb to the summit. Caution: The ridge, Little Elizabeth and the summit should only be attempted in good weather by experienced individuals in good shape.

Driving Directions:Drive north from the Kitimat Chamber of Commerce building, along Highway 37, for approximately 7.5 km. Turn right just south from where the Hydro transmission lines cross the Highway and follow the North Hirsch Mainline for 13.5 km. From this point turn left onto a rough narrow 4WD road for the next 2.5 km. to the reach the trailhead.