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11,027 ft · Park Ranges, Alberta
Mount Fryatt
Mount Fryatt is an 11,027 ft peak in the Park Ranges, Alberta. The standard route is the Southwest Face: 19 mi, 7,218 ft of gain, Class 5.
Mount Fryatt at a glance
- Elevation11,027 ft3,361 m
- RouteSouthwest FaceClass 5
- Distance19 mi7,218 ft gain
- Time2 – 3 daysExtreme effort
- SeasonJul – Sep
- RangePark RangesAlberta
Climbing the Southwest Face
From Jasper, drive Highway 93 south to Athabasca Falls, turn onto Highway 93A, then follow rough Geraldine Road (high clearance, open mid-June to late September) to the Geraldine Lakes trailhead. Hike and boulder-hop past the Geraldine Lakes and up a headwall to a bivy at Iceberg Lake below the Southwest Face. The normal route (II 5.4) climbs loose 3rd and 4th class rock with a few short roped pitches, and most parties rappel on descent. Rockfall gets bad once the sun hits the face. Plan 2 to 3 days. You need a Parks Canada pass, plus a Parks Canada wilderness pass for the bivy.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (55–75 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
Helmet
Harness
Rope
Belay Device
Carabiners
What to watch for
- Loose rock
- Rockfall
- Technical climbing
- Route-finding difficulty
- Steep exposure
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Mount Fryatt?
Mount Fryatt is 11,027 feet (3,361 m) tall. It is in the Park Ranges, Alberta.
How does Mount Fryatt rank among the Canadian Rockies 11,000ers?
At 11,027 feet, Mount Fryatt is the 49th highest of the 54 Canadian Rockies 11,000ers. The highest is Mount Robson.
How hard is it to climb Mount Fryatt?
The Southwest Face is Class 5, which means technical climbing with a rope and protection. Yak rates the overall effort extreme: 19 miles with 7,218 feet of elevation gain.
How many days does it take to climb Mount Fryatt?
Most climbers plan 2 – 3 days for the Southwest Face, with at least one night on the mountain.
Is Mount Fryatt dangerous to climb?
It has real risks: exposed sections where a fall would be serious, rockfall from loose rock and tricky route-finding. Go with an experienced partner, wear a helmet, test holds before you trust them and turn back if the rock is wet or icy.
Do you need a rope to climb Mount Fryatt?
Most parties bring one. The Southwest Face is Class 5, and the gear list includes a rope, harness and belay device.
When is the best time to climb Mount Fryatt?
The usual climbing window is July to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Mount Fryatt with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list