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Sue
December 3, 2025
This route is relatively challenging, beginning on a series of gravel logging roads, gradually gaining elevation as it winds toward the base of the mountain. From there, the trail leaves the road, and the climb steepens into a more rugged ascent, with stretches of loose rock and short scrambling sections as you work up the southeast ridge. As you crest the upper slopes, the terrain opens, with fantastic panoramic views of the Chemainus Valley and the surrounding Vancouver Island backcountry, making the trek well worth the climb as you approach the summit.
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Hike Mount Whymper, a difficult 11.2-mile route in the Cowichan Valley, gaining 3384 feet for panoramic summit views.
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Distance 5.85 km
Uphill 680 m
Downhill 100 m
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