Height of the Rockies Provincial Park
Park Remote BC park protecting Continental Divide peaks and wildlife
Alpine provincial park on British Columbia’s Continental Divide with rugged peaks, backcountry lakes and multi-day trails. Backpackers, horseback parties and anglers use the remote mountain terrain.
How to Get to Height of the Rockies Provincial Park #
The park is accessed from the Columbia Valley and communities along Highway 93/95 and is reached by a combination of paved and forest service roads. Nearest service towns include those in the Kootenay/Columbia region; consult BC Parks for permitted trails, backcountry registration, and current access conditions.
Tips for Visiting Height of the Rockies Provincial Park #
- Plan multiple days for hiking to explore different valleys - trails here are long and remote.
- Carry bear spray and follow provincial wildlife safety guidelines.
- Notify park authorities of intended routes; cell coverage is limited.
Best Time to Visit Height of the Rockies Provincial Park #
Late summer (July-September) provides the most reliable window for hiking and backcountry travel; mountain weather remains changeable.
Weather & Climate near Height of the Rockies Provincial Park #
Height of the Rockies Provincial Park's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (815 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (104 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
