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10,984 ft · Bow Range, British Columbia

Mount Huber

Mount Huber is a 10,984 ft peak in the Bow Range, British Columbia. The standard route is the Huber Ledges: 2 mi, 4,344 ft of gain, Class 4.

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Mount Huber in the Bow Range, British Columbia

Mount Huber at a glance

  • Elevation10,984 ft3,347 m
  • RouteHuber LedgesClass 4
  • Distance2 mi4,344 ft gain
  • Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJul – Sep
  • RangeBow RangeBritish Columbia

Climbing the Huber Ledges

From Lake Louise, drive west on Highway 1 to the Lake O'Hara parking lot and take the bus 11 km to Lake O'Hara. Climb the Wiwaxy Gap alpine route, then traverse the exposed Huber Ledges (Class 4, with a bolted crux many parties rappel on descent) to the lower Huber glacier. Cross the short, crevassed glacier and climb the upper snow slope, up to about 40 degrees, to the summit. Late summer leaves ice and rockfall on the upper slope. Carry crampons, an axe, a short rope and a helmet. Huber pairs naturally with Victoria via the Huber glacier. A Lake O'Hara bus reservation and a Parks Canada pass are required.

Gear and hazards

What to bring

  • Backpack (25–35 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
  • Ice Axe
  • Helmet
  • Harness
  • Rope
  • Belay Device
  • Carabiners

What to watch for

  • Rockfall
  • Glacier travel
  • Crevasses
  • Steep exposure

Quests with Mount Huber

Peaks near Mount Huber

  1. Mount Victoria

    Mount Victoria

    11,365 ft · 0.5 mi away

  2. Mount Victoria North Peak

    Mount Victoria North Peak

    11,207 ft · 1.1 mi away

  3. Mount Lefroy

    Mount Lefroy

    11,230 ft · 1.5 mi away

  4. Hungabee Mountain

    Hungabee Mountain

    11,457 ft · 2.8 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Mount Huber?

Mount Huber is 10,984 feet (3,347 m) tall. It is in the Bow Range, British Columbia.

How does Mount Huber rank among the Canadian Rockies 11,000ers?

At 10,984 feet, Mount Huber is the 54th highest of the 54 Canadian Rockies 11,000ers. The highest is Mount Robson.

How hard is it to climb Mount Huber?

The Huber Ledges is Class 4, which means exposed scrambling, where many parties bring a rope. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 2 miles with 4,344 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to climb Mount Huber?

Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Huber Ledges, covering 2 miles with 4,344 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Is Mount Huber dangerous to climb?

It has real risks: crevasses on the glacier, exposed sections where a fall would be serious and rockfall from loose rock. Teams rope up for glacier travel, and many first-timers climb with a guide.

Do you need an ice axe for Mount Huber?

Plan on it. An ice axe is on the gear list for the Huber Ledges. Glacier travel also means a rope, harness and crevasse rescue skills. Conditions vary through the season, so check recent reports before you go.

When is the best time to climb Mount Huber?

The usual climbing window is July to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.

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