The Lions – West Lion Summit Trail (Howe Sound Crest)

Name: The Lions - West Lion Summit Trail (Howe Sound Crest)
Rating: 4

July 11, 2018September 4, 2022 Carl Blanchet Camping Allowed, Cypress Provincial Park, Day Hikes, Difficult Hikes, Hiking, Mountains, Peak, The Lions, Viewpoint, West Vancouver

The Phenomenal West Lion Summit in Cypress Provincial Park is a long and challenging hike along the Howe Sound Crest Trail. This unforgiving climb is not for everyone and requires mountaineering experience. Do not attempt otherwise comfortable with very exposed climbing.

Time (Round-Trip): 8-10 hrs
Distance (Round-Trip): 21 km
Difficulty: Moderately strenuous hike to plateau & difficult class 3 scrambling to the summit of The West Lion
Season: July to October
Elevation: 1,449 m (4,754 ft) Gain: 1,280 m
Scenery: ★★★★★
Camping: Yes
From Vancouver: 1 hour
Public Transit: No
Dog Friendly: No

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