Distance: 11 k return
Elevation gain: 900 m
August 17, during our church campout at Bow Valley Provincial Park, Herm, a friend and I hiked Yamnuska for the third time. There are so many variations of this scramble that except for the chain, I took a different route every time.
On the way up to the ridge there are beautiful views of the valley to the south.
Soon we could see the front side of Yam and wonder how we would climb it. Of course, we scrambled up the back.
The first "exciting" step of the scramble is coming through this chimney.
Followed by many other scrambling opportunities.
As we looked back, we saw the many trails we could have taken; some clearer, some higher with less change in elevation and the one we had chosen.
The Yam is well known for the chain which helps hikers negotiate a very narrow ledge, much easier than going over the top or flying.
As usual, we enjoyed our lunch on top.
We chose a different descent this time to enjoy more scree slides than ever.
After the exhilerating scramble, walking through this peaceful woods on the way back to the parking lot was just what the surgeon friend ordered.
We frequently drive down Hwy 1 past Yamnuska and always notice it and remember our strenuous scrambles over and around it.
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