North American Classic Climbs

Mount Temple

East Ridge

A tour de force of mountaineering that includes substantial length, route finding challenges, technical rock, and a final corniced snow ridge with superlative views. A very big order for one day. The bivouac above the Big Step is aesthetically situated and breaks the climb into more manageable proportions. However, you don't want to retreat from there, so watch the weather closely.

Type:

Alpine Mixed

Seriousness:

Location:

Banff Nat'l Park, Alberta, Canada

References:

G42, I1, I9 , W15

Rating:

IV, 5.7, mixed

Route Descriptions & Maps:

None

First Ascent:

H. Wittich, O. Stegmaier, August 17, 1931

Trip Reports:

Artman 9/03