Mount Rose Swanson outer loop

Hiking trails & Routes

Canada

British Columbia

Spallumcheen

Mount Rose Swanson outer loop

Moderate

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Mount Rose Swanson outer loop

02:35

8.14km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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740 m

Jackpine Trail

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The trail climbs steadily at a moderate grade before it turns west toward the overlooks and climbs Mount Rose. You descend a little between here and the tower lookout if you continue on the Centennial Trail.

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2.56 km

Mount Rose Swanson viewpoint

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This viewpoint sits just below the summit of Mount Rose Swanson, giving you great views over the surrounding area. It's one of many viewpoints along the Jackpine Trail, though it's up to you to decide which one is your favourite.

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4.59 km

Tower Lookout

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The Tower Lookout offers one of the clearest panoramic views of Mount Rose Swanson, with a wide-open vista over the valley. From here, you’ll see rolling farmland, forested hills, and …

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5.71 km

East Lookout

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From this rocky vantage point, you can take in stunning views of the Spallumcheen Valley, with Otter Lake and Swan Lake nestled below, and picturesque patches of farmland framed by …

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8.14 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.14 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.13 km

< 100 m

Elevation