Garibaldi Park: Wedgemount Lake

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This spectacular glacial lake is circled by Wedgemount and Armchair Glaciers. Wedge Mountain, 2,891 metres, the highest peak in the park, lies to the south. This is a popular destination for mountaineers.

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Safety Information

• Be prepared for winter conditions. Hiking poles and micro-spikes/yaktrax recommended.
• The outhouse near the lakeshore campground is removed in the winter because of avalanche risk. 
• During the winter season, camp in the upper campground near the hut. Follow the reroute for the first 1.5km of trail. Follow the signs at the parking lot. The old trail routing is unsafe.
   

Facilities

There are no garbage facilities, so always pack out what you pack in!

There is a small hut available as an emergency shelter and bear cache.

Camping

Camping is permitted at designated campsites on the ridge near the hut and at Wedgemount Lake near the inlet from the Armchair Glacier. There are 10 tent pads at each location (20 in total). A year-round pit toilet is located near the hut and another is erected near the lake sites during the summer season. Bring your own toilet paper. No other amenities are provided.

The camping areas and the shelter at Wedgemount Lake are operated on a first come, first served basis. A reservation guarantees you a space, but not a specific spot or tent pad.

Camping is permitted in designated areas only.

All campers must make a reservation through the BC Parks reservations system year-round and must produce proof of reservation, failure to do so can result in an eviction and fines.

Camping fees are in effect year-round and must be paid in full before entering the park. Proof of payment must be carried at all times while in the park.

Trail information

Parking lot to Wedgemount Lake

• Length: 7 km
• Suggested time: 4 to 6 hours one way
• Elevation change, 1,200 metres 

The upper part of the trail provides a view of a waterfall where Wedgemount Creek tumbles down for almost 300 metres in a white spray. The last part of the trail climbs steeply up a boulder strewn slope which can be slippery when wet. This trail is steep and strenuous but offers very rewarding views from the top.