WI2

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  Hidden Dragon

  In January, 2025, we climbed Hidden Dragon, a WI4 on Orient Point in the Ghost. We climbed WI2 approach ice to access it and found a walkoff on our way down.

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  Not The Joker

  In January, 2025, we climbed ice on Orient Point in the Ghost. We were heading for The Joker but we didn’t make it that far. I’m not sure what we climbed but it was definitly “Not The Joker.”

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  King Creek

  Last Tuesday, January 7, we climbed at King Creek. There are three main flows with climbs rated WI2 and WI3. We climbed the WI3 that is further up the creek and around the corner from the first two areas.

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  Sinatra Falls

  Sinatra Falls is a long, WI2, multi-pitch ice climb on the east side of Mount Kidd in Kananaskis. The approach is a long walk, mostly on trails and there is a walk off from the top. There are no bolts or any fixed gear on the climb. You must decide where to end your pitches…

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  Tangle Falls

  Tangle Falls, located on the Icefields Parkway, offers easily accessed ice climbing with WI2 and WI3 routes. The short approach involves putting on crampons at the car and navigating icy trails. Descending can be done by rappelling. The climbing area features numerous WI2 and WI3 lines, with the option to set up top ropes.

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  Acephale Falls

  Dan and I climbed Acephale Falls for the second time on February 11, 2024. The approach is gentle, and the climb is suitable for beginners. The trail is marked in bright green on FATMAP. Parking is off the Trans Canada Highway. Micro spikes are useful, and the trail is well-defined. The ice can be top-roped.

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  The Wedge Smears

  The ice climbing area usually offers WI2 and WI3 routes with easy access for top roping. Accessible via a 1.5 km hike, with well-worn trails and tree anchors for top ropes. Parking near the start of the climb on the east side of Highway 40 in Kananaskis.

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  Chantilly Falls

  On February 9, 2024, we climbed Chantilly Falls, a two-pitch WI2 climb in Evan Thomas valley, Kananaskis. The approach is about 3 km and it is usually a well-worn trail. The climb has bolted anchors and requires rappelling for descent. Arrive early on weekends due to popularity, with a backup climb in mind.