Hišimy̓awiƛ Alpine Hut – 5040 Peak loop from Kennedy River Woodlands

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Hišimy̓awiƛ Alpine Hut – 5040 Peak loop from Kennedy River Woodlands

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Hišimy̓awiƛ Alpine Hut – 5040 Peak loop from Kennedy River Woodlands

07:06

18.4km

1,220m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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7.38 km

5040 Peak

Highlight • Summit

8.17 km

Hišimy̓awiƛ Alpine Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Hišimy̓awiƛ Alpine Hut, perched at 1,350 meters on the slopes of 5040 Peak, is a modern backcountry shelter operated by the Alpine Club of Canada’s Vancouver Island section. Named …

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9.09 km

5040 Peak

Highlight • Summit

5040 Peak is a fantastic, rugged summit, rising to 5,040 feet (ca. 1,536 m) between Port Alberni and Tofino. The hike to the top is steep and challenging, gaining nearly …

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10.7 km

Cobalt Lake

Highlight • Lake

Cobalt Lake is a beautiful alpine lake nestled below 5040 Peak, known for its vivid blue water and picturesque mountain backdrop. The lake sits at approximately 1,250 meters in elevation …

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18.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

7.10 km

Surfaces

11.4 km

7.10 km

Elevation