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Roche à Perdrix
Jasper National Park, Alberta
August 23, 2003
Distance: 6.3 m (3.9 mi)
Cumulative Elevation Gain: 1155 m (3789 ft)
Given the exotic name, I was expecting Roche à Perdrix to be a little more exciting. it is, however, mostly a hike but one worthwhile because of the views.
The route begins on a trail on the northwest ridge but diverts to the left side of the ridge to run under massive cliffs. Eventually it starts to curve right until under the summit where Dinah and I hiked and scrambled up the east slope.
KML and GPX Tracks
Roche à Perdrix from the highway
On the trail
Athabasca River appears below
Hiking along the base of the cliff
Distinct fold in the rock along the path
Hiking up below the cliffs
Ascending the backside
Mostly a hike up
Some scrambling near the top
Looking across the river
On the summit plateau
For those who wish, it's possible to explore further
Going back down
83 F/4 Miette
