Tszil Mountain is a summit in the Joffre Group, offering breathtaking views. The route via the Tszil Glacier is highly recommended as a beginner-friendly mountaineering objective.

Starting from the Joffre Lakes parking lot, we’ll follow the Joffre Lakes Trail to the upper lake, where we’ll leave the marked trail and begin our ascent toward Tszil Glacier. The route crosses moraines and glaciated terrain before reaching the col between Tszil and Slalok Mountain. From here, a steep climb leads to the summit, offering unparalleled 360-degree views of the surrounding peaks.

We will rope up to travel over the glacier. Depending on how many people are interested, I might increase the participant up to 8 people (two rope teams).

Requirements to Join:

• AST-1.
• Avy gear: beacon, shovel and probe.
• Glacier travel gear: harness and crevasse rescue equipment.
• Snowshoes: our snow travel medium.

Route Details

• Trail: Tszil Mountain Glacier Route.
• Duration: 8-10 hours.
• Distance: 15 km round trip.
• Elevation gain: 1,300 m.
• Difficulty: Difficult; suitable for experienced snowshoers comfortable with long, demanding days and glacier travel.
• Scrambling/Exposure: Steep snow with minimal exposure.

Meeting Details

• Time: 5:30 am.
• Location: St David's United Church for carpooling.
• Carpooling Fee: Recommended $40 per person.
• Driving Notes: Winter tires required. We will do a quick 15min stop for breakfast/coffe at the Pemberton's McDonalds.

Avalanche Conditions

The trip will only go if the Avalanche forecast is safe. In case of unfavorable avalanche or weather conditions, we might choose another objective.

What to Bring 

• Listed required gear above.
• Ten essentials.
• Layered Clothing.
• Two pairs of gloves.
• Water: at least 2 liters.
• Food and snacks.
• Ice Axe and crampons: optional but highly recommended.
• Poles: optional.