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Daily Conditions

Last Updated: Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 12:00pm.

Temperature at the Summit (885m): 10°C

Temperature at Exit Gulley on Sky Pilot (1600m): Unavailable

Projected Daytime High: 13°C

New snow in last 24 hrs: 0 cm

Depth of snow at the Summit (885m): 0cm

Depth of snow at the Sky Pilot snow plot (1040m): 105 cm (no recent measurements)

Winds: Light.

Visibility: Overcast with possible showers in the afternoon, good views down to Howe Sound and up to mountain summits.

Trail Conditions

TrailCurrent Condition (Updated Daily)
Spirit TrailNo snow. Good walking.
Panorama Trail25% snow covered. Several short, hard packed snow and gritty ice sections. Good winter walking. Winter foot wear with good tread recommended. Crampons advised.
Wonderland Lake LoopMostly snow covered. Bare ground on section above switchbacks. Good winter walking. Winter foot wear with good tread recommended. Crampons recommended.
Alpine AlleyNow open!!

Trail

Current Condition (Not Updated Daily)
Sea to Summit Trail

SEA TO SUMMIT TRAIL NOW OPEN!!
Challenging 6.5km trail with continuous elevation gain winds its way up to the Summit lodge. Expect steep stairs, fixed ropes and chains, mud, rock and roots with ice and snow at higher elevations . Always carry the 10 essentials.
Hikers must be prepared with appropriate gear for changing conditions as they gain elevation. Trail sections may be slippery without proper footwear. Crampons recommended. Allow plenty of time when travelling this long and demanding trail. If this is your first time hiking Sea To Summit trail or The Climb, we recommend leaving before 11am. Always carry a headlamp and extra gear. Be sure to carry sufficient water (one litre minimum). Note that cellular reception is not dependable on portions of this trail.

The ClimbTHE CLIMB OPEN
This trail is very challenging. Expect very wet, muddy conditions, with running water. Snow and ice may make conditions on The Climb challenging, and appropriate equipment and footwear are essential. This trail includes fixed ropes and steep, exposed terrain. Hikers must be prepared with appropriate gear for changing conditions as they gain elevation. Trail sections may be slippery without proper footwear. Crampons recommended. Allow plenty of time when travelling this long and demanding trail. If this is your first time hiking Sea To Summit trail or The Climb, we recommend leaving before 11am. Always carry a headlamp and extra gear. Be sure to carry sufficient water (one litre minimum). Note that cellular reception is not dependable on portions of this trail.
Al's Habrich TrailExpect deep snow at higher portion of trail. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Summer entrance now closed, please use winter entrance.
Shannon Basin LoopLower section of loop has little to no snow coverage, while upper section has some snow coverage. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Note that cellular reception is not dependable on this loop trail.
Highline TrailNow open! few small patches of snow

Sparky's Spin

Lower section of trail has no snow coverage, while upper section has some snow coverage. Enjoy the old growth forest.
Neverland Loop TrailCrampons or snowshoes advised. Expect deep snow at higher portion of trail.
Skyline RidgeTrail

Crampons or snowshoes advised. Expect deep snow at higher portion of trail.

Sky Pilot ValleyTrailExpect deep snow at higher portion of trail. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Mountaineering equipment required beyond end of marked trail marker.

Access Road

Several dirt sections. Good for walking and backcountry hiker/climber/mountaineer/skier/snowboarder access

ACTIVITIES

Activity

Current Info

Walking

Summit Frontcountry Trails: Good winter walking on snow and bare ground. Winter foot wear with good tread recommended. Crampons advised on Wonderland.

Backyard Plaza: Partially snow covered. Crampons advised.

Snowshoeing

Better at higher elevations. Wonderland still has snow. Snowshoe-only trails are closed.

Snow Tubing

Closed for the season

Ski and Snowboard Touring

Backcountry skis and snowboards will be allowed to go up gondola today.

For some information about the area snowpack and conditions, visit snow.zenithguides.ca

For information about avalanche conditions, visit avalanche.ca

Nordic Skiing

Closed.
Ice SkatingClosed.

GROOMING REPORT

Backcountry Access Road to Upper Shannon Creek bridge (3km return).

Groomed morning of March 26

Sky Pilot Valley Trail (5km return).

Groomed morning of April 3
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