The Summit

Summit Elevation: 2,281 metres (7,486 feet) above sea level

Awaiting you at the end of an 8 minute gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain is a unique complex of visitor services including restaurants, gift shop and numerous outdoor observation decks. To see the view from the top today, check the Webcam

When you arrive at the upper terminal, you will have the choice of exiting the building to witness the breathtaking views in every direction or going up into the restaurant area where you can sit in comfort and still see the view. Above the restaurant levels is the upper observation deck for the best view yet! The Summit Complex and the observation decks are completely handicapped accessible.

Several scenic hiking trails lead away from the summit complex. One of the most popular is the self guided interpretive walkway to Sanson’s Peak on which you can follow in the footsteps of Norman Sanson, who walked to the top of the mountain about every week for 30 years to check the weather! More adventurous hikers will want to try the South East Ridge Trail – a hiking trail that runs along the ridge of the mountain to the south, taking you to Sulphur Mountain’s true summit.

You can encounter the local wildlife including Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, Golden mantled ground squirrels, Hoary marmots, Clark’s nutcracker and the Canada (Gray) jay. But please remember that although these animals are for the most part friendly, they are wild and can be dangerous! Please do not feed or approach the wildlife; admire them from a safe distance and help us keep them wild.