SpinebackHiking Trail

SPINEBACK TRAIL / 3.5 km  /7 km return / elevation gain 530 m, 3-4 hours /  Rating: Advanced 

Access: Via the Lake Trail and Fir Trail toward the west end of Island Lake. Once you reach the marked junction, follow the Spineback signs. Highlights: Paralleling the beautiful Spineback Ridge, the trail winds up through sub-alpine meadows, reaching the crest of the ridge and its bench. Continue another 0.5 km up to a second bench nestled between the 3 Bears’ peaks. The top of the Spineback trail offers a spectacular view, including the famous “Scot Schmidt” Bonsai tree. #islandlakelodge7.  The upper Spineback bench is located amongst alpine wildflowers of all colours.

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