Mt Wapiti is Elkford BC’s signature hike. Firstly there is some confusion to clear up as to the name of the peak. Various maps label the highest peak Grizzly and others Wapiti. Consensus from locals is that the highest is Wapiti. There isn’t even a reason to have a name for the bump just north on the ridge but we’ll leave that as Grizzly. See map:
Access
The ‘trailhead’ starts at the top of the Wapiti Ski Resort. If during daylight hours, it is likely safe to park in the resort parking lot but if at odd hours, consider parking outside the gate incase your vehicle gets locked in. Walk up the resort to the very top-left and there are obvious markings for the trailhead.
The hike wraps around to the back (west side) of the mountain for a grueling climb up the ‘avalanche chute’. After gaining the ridge, it is a wonderful walk first to Grizzly Peak and finally to the high point at Wapiti.
