Swiss Traverse (BC, Canada)

Columbia-Shuswap Regional District, British Columbia, Canada

11.7 miles (18.8 km) · 7,400 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Swiss Traverse (BC, Canada) is a 11.7-mile loop route in Columbia-Shuswap Regional District, British Columbia, Canada, gaining 7,400 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 5.1 miles gaining 6,252 feet at an average 28.6% grade. Only 15% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.