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 Cascade Mtn. - 2998m/9836'

Scrambling with Ian Cameron

Height gain: 1325m/4347'
Ascent date: July 30, 2004
Ascent time: 3:30hrs
Descent time: 2:30hrs
Comment: Moderate scramble
(1) Cascade Mountain as you approach the Lake Minnewanka interchange on Hwy 1.

The trail didn't seem to make sense from the resort. I suggest to simply follow the road/ski trail (passing two lifts). Trail signs to Cascade Amphitheatre are more visible on this route.

Closer to the Amphitheatre, there are numerous trails available to gain the ridge.

Cairns are all over the ridge. Be sure to follow each and everyone of them to avoid unnecessary backtracks, especially on hunchbacks.

Due to popularity of this mountain, we were never alone throughout. This is our new Korean friend, Kevin.
 
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