Mt. LOUGHEED (Peak 2 + 3) Scramble (4K) - Kananaskis - 10,000 Feet

To get here drive approximately 20 km south of the bridge in Canmore. Park on the side of the road at Spencer Creek. If you see
sparrowhawk day use area you have gone too far.
Well not only did I get another 10,000 footer to add to the list but I got to see the Airplane wreckage on the descent which was really cool. This mountain had far better views than I thought it would for some reason. I guess I should have expected it. They were unreal!
That being said, the grind up all the scree, especially after the NOTCH wasn't very much fun. There is actually very little scrambling on this mountain even though it is so big (If you are on the route I took). A little bit before the notch and a little bit on the final ascent to the summit. The views from Peak # 3 were even better than on Peak 2 IMO. Head down the drainage between Peak #3 and Wind Mountain and you will run into the airplane wreckage from years ago. Really cool!
Mount Lougheed is a 3,107-metre (10,194-foot) triple-peak mountain located between Spray Lakes Reservoir and the Wind Valley of Kananaskis Country in the Canadian Rockies of Alberta, Canada. The highest summit is Peak 2. Peak 1 is 3080 meters. Peak 3 is 3010 meters.
Disclaimer - Always scramble within your own abilities. Thoroughly assess the situation and research the route. Just because I may have done this route at this time doesn't mean you can or should. GPS and/or a topo map are a valuable tool to help. Leave a route description behind with exact location should you not arrive home at a predetermined time. Have a way to contact rescue as well if you are in an area of no cell service(SPOT, Garmin, etc.). Also, if hiking in winter make sure you have the necessary skill and knowledge regarding unstable conditions and perform a proper risk assessment prior to engaging in this activity.

[@Nikola-rr1pw]

am heading there next week ,thanks for the video harlan

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

... You're welcome! Have fun..

[@thepixelcatcher298]

I'm moving to Alberta in three weeks. Why? So I can do this stuff on a regular basis. I can barely wait. Thanks for uploading this video two years ago.

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

... Ya it's a pretty amazing province! We have lots of great parks to climb around in. Cheers!

[@TheSPG06]

This is a great hike! I remember doing this hike solo last year! Thanks for sharing your adventures for us to see :)

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

Youre welcome. It had some amazing views. Always a neat experience doing big climbs solo.

[@AdrianCalgary]

Nice to see someone else's video on this route (or others). I really enjoyed this trip, but not sure if I'll ever want to repeat. Cheers

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

...Thanks Adrian! Ya I'm not sure if I could grovel up all that scree again either.

[@race2mars]

Thanks good sir. Completed this solo on Tuesday with the help of your guide. It was cloudy and snowy up there. What a great hike. Thanks again

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

Glad it helped you out! Yes i'm sure the window on climbing this mountain safely is starting to slowly close.

[@sams2494]

Magnificent Hike once again! Always enjoy watching your videos. Thank you for sharing from Port Perry, Ontario

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

..Thanks Sam!

[@MrPuroylan]

Nice video! Thanks for sharing Harlan!

[@TonchyShultz]

I shoot big LIKE , for this ..another awesome one , amazing view and nature too. Thx for sharing buddy! Best Regards guys.! Parts of Airplane ..woow.🍁👍💕😍✌🍁

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

...Thanks Tonchy! The plane parts were really neat. Take care!

[@TonchyShultz]

@@HarlanFox--Scrambles Thx. to you ! 👍🌍

[@NickandRachel]

Awesome video! Really enjoyed it! That place is beautiful!

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

...Thanks!...It really is. You would love it!

[@happyhiker6322]

Fantastic Harlan! Well done. Looks like a grind. ~ Gerry

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

...A little bit Gerry but the views made up for it. Thanks!

[@ayfreedom]

Thanks for posting. What is next on your menu.

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

Unfortunately 2 weeks of work. After that, we will see what doesn't have snow on it...

[@yeisonx]

Amazing video! Thanks Harlan

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

...Thanks Y.G..!

[@ramonnagesan6863]

Great one!

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

.....Lots of scree but amazing views up top!

[@Blackhole-ek4qb]

How long was your trip? Nugara gives a very generic timeframe for this scramble. Great video!

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

Thanks for that! Well on a steady pace we summitted in 4 hours. We took our time coming down. I would say if you have a decent pace then 6.5-8.5 hours or so depending on your pace.

[@Blackhole-ek4qb]

Harlan Fox good to know! I see you now mention elevation at certain points, did you buy a new altimeter or GPS recently?

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

@@Blackhole-ek4qb ..I did. Still on a learning curve with my Garmin InReach explorer.

[@RockyMountainMan372]

Nice work as always Harlan! We were going to go for the traverse last weekend but weather spoiled our plans.

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

...Including Lougheed 1 as well??? You should. You're a machine knocking off all these big ones.

[@RockyMountainMan372]

Thanks Harlan. Yes Nugara says it’s difficult to the first peak, even more difficult to the true Summit. A climbers Scramble that looks pretty fun. This looks like a good route minus the scree although it seems stable.

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

@@RockyMountainMan372 ..Well best of luck to you whenever you do go!

[@jorgeluismongeblanco6933]

Hey Harlan, regarding the airplane remains, they belong to one of these tragic accidents: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rescue_807_Crashes

[@brunojanik]

I just did the Wedge Mountain watch please Aleja Orla

[@196276004]

Walk on slabs when you can! Alpine vegetation is fragile

[@mohammadyaseenlone104]

Nice video Harlin,thanks for sharing.

[@HarlanFox--Scrambles]

....Glad you liked it.