Baldy Rocks
Canada, north-america
N/A
1,975 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventurers, picture this: Baldy Rocks, a seriously awesome mountain pass punching through the Selkirk Mountains of British Columbia, Canada. We're talking almost 6,500 feet above sea level, so yeah, it's up there! You'll find it deep in the Rockies, inside Stagleap Provincial Park.
Now, the road itself? It's Monk Creek Forest Service Road, and it's a proper off-road experience. Think gravel, think rocks, and definitely think 4x4. Seriously, leave the sports car at home. It's usually snowed in during winter, so summer is the time to go. The climb is a bit of a beast, starting up around 5,800 feet and getting pretty steep as you go. Keep an eye out for the Ripple Ridge Cabin near the top - a perfect spot for a rest before soaking in the views!
Where is it?
Baldy Rocks is located in Canada (north-america). Coordinates: 58.7791, -104.4555
Road Details
- Country
- Canada
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 1,975 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- 58.7791, -104.4555
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