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Bill's Trail / Kusam Klimb
DiscoverPlaces to seeCanadaBritish ColumbiaArea A (Kyuquot/Nootka/Sayward)
Bill's Trail / Kusam Klimb
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oliviakellis
October 26, 2025
This steep, rugged route forms the heart of the Kusam Klimb, a 23 km endurance race that climbs and descends over 1,500 m of elevation around Mt H’Kusam. The trail, originally cut by local volunteer Bill Westaway, leads hikers through dense coastal forest, rope-assisted ascents, and alpine viewpoints overlooking Sayward and Johnstone Strait. Even outside race day, it’s a demanding but rewarding challenge with incline/decline grades reaching an astonishing 53%. Expect mud, roots, and relentless grades that test your stamina every step of the way.
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7
hikers
22.3km
08:34
1,470m
1,470m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Distance 156 m
Uphill 50 m
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