Tuktakamin is one of the Okanagan’s tallest mountains and is located just south of Falkland, BC

Overlooking Falkland from part way up Tuktakamin

Access

Tuktakamin Mt is accessible from both Pinaus Lake Road as well as Ingram Creek road. The first is the most direct but should only be attempted with a high-clearance 4×4. Ingram Creek road is in much better condition and doable with most vehicles. Both roads can become very muddy depending on the time of year. Eventually these 2 roads converge around Will Lake. From here the road has some questionable sections and the hiker may wish to park along the road and continue on foot. An SUV has a good chance of driving most of the way to the summit.

Trail

There is an unofficial loop and parking location that can be found with a bit of research. The trail is a bit difficult to follow at times but given the light underbrush, it is straightforward to regain the trail when lost. The route connects a number of bluffs and lookouts including the summit area.

Toward the summing on the ascent

There is a bit of history hidden between the extensive communication tower installation at the summit. Before all the modern equipment was installed, there was a lone fire lookout tower. The tower itself has been relocated to the Falkland Museum Heritage Park but the foundations and outhouse can still be seen.

View of Estekwalan Mountain to the north