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The Top 16 Mountain Passes in British Columbia

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in British Columbia and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: November 21, 2025

Rogers Pass National Historic Site

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The Rogers Pass is a 1330 m high mountain pass in the Selkirk Mountains in the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is crossed by the Trans-Canada Highway, while the …

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Gray Creek Pass

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Gray Creek Pass is part of the Great Trail and also part of the BC Trail & BC Epic 1000. It is tough and rugged, following a forest service road. …

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Citadel Pass

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The ascent to the Citadel Pass is steep and begins at kilometer 8. After another kilometer, the flanks of Fatigue Mountain and Citadel are passed. From here you can continue to Mount Assiniboine.

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Portal Lake at Yellowhead Pass

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Portal Lake is located at Yellowhead Pass along Highway 16 in the Canadian Rockies. At 1,131 meters, Yellowhead Pass is one of the lowest passes in the northern Rockies, marking …

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View of Green Lake and Garibaldi Range

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The viewpoint is tucked away on the new 19 Mile Creek Hiking Trail, a shorter alternative to or from Mountain View. Despite the bad weather, we have a good view …

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View of the River and Mountains

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The Green River flows beneath the rocky cliff before joining the Lillooet River further north. The northern peaks of the Garibaldi Ranges are still covered in snow at the end of May. (Visit May 27, 2025)

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Kings Peak

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Kings Peak towers at 2,065 meters in the central ranges of Vancouver Island, with a distinctive double summit and steep, rugged slopes. The eastern summit is the highest point, while …

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Coquihalla Summit Recreation Area

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The Coquihalla Summit Recreation Area spans 5,750 hectares across the Coquihalla Pass, and is a breathtaking transition zone between the coastal and interior mountains of British Columbia. Established to conserve …

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Wiwaxy Gap

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Most hikers reach this point via the steep trail up from Lake O'Hara. From here you can head up to the summit of East Wiwaxy Peak or follow the ridgeline …

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Kootenay Pass

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Also known as the Salmo-Creston, Kootenay Pass stands high in the Selkirk Mountains at 5,846 ft. Bridal Lake stands right by the pass. A picnic area makes it the perfect spot for a break after the long climb.

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