Golden Hinde (mountain)

The Golden Hinde is the highest mountain on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, with a summit at 2,195 metres. It is located within Strathcona Provincial Park and is a prominent objective for experienced mountaineers on the island.

The mountain involves long approaches through alpine and subalpine terrain, with scrambling and technical sections on some routes, so ascents are commonly undertaken as multi-day trips. Weather and route-finding are important considerations for safety.

The peak is the island’s topographic high point and offers extensive views over the Vancouver Island Ranges from the summit. Access is from trails and backcountry routes within Strathcona Provincial Park.

• Elevation: The summit elevation is 2,195 metres, making it the highest peak on Vancouver Island.
• Difficulty: Routes are remote and typically demand solid navigation and alpine experience; many parties treat an ascent as a multi-day undertaking.

What to See #

• Summit: The summit itself is a rocky, pointed dome that provides panoramic views and is the high point of Vancouver Island's central ranges.
• Approach routes: Approach routes cross remote alpine terrain within Strathcona Provincial Park and require route-finding, scrambling and often multi-day travel from access points.