Hikes/Canada/British Columbia/Strathcona Provincial Park

King’s Peak Route Guide

Name: King’s Peak
Rating: 8

Difficulty

Hard

Elevation

1,879 m

Distance

14.2 km

Duration

7.5-11h

User Ratings

8.0 (1 reviews)

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Route description
Getting there
Route information
Elevation graph
Weather forecast
Reviews

The trek up to King’s Peak is a challenging 14.2 km hiking route that will take you across a variety of terrain to reach the amazing viewpoint at the summit. Along the trail, you will hike through dense forests, beautiful valleys and traverse rugged mountain terrain to reach the final destination. From the summit, hikers will have amazing views looking out over the Strathcona high country.

Route Description for King’s Peak

The King’s Peak Trail is a physically demanding but rewarding hiking route in Strathcona Provincial Park that will take you up to the rugged summit of the mountain for some unbelievable views overlooking the surrounding area.

The trail sets out from the banks of the Elk River and passes through a relatively flat section of forest before climbing more steeply through the dense tree cover. Through this portion of the hike, you will pass by some scenic waterfalls before entering into a beautiful valley.

Continue uphill alongside the creek as you make your way up the shoulder of Queen’s Ridge. From this position, you will have some commanding views of the surrounding area. Continue to traverse Queen’s Ridge as you make for the summit of King’s Peak along a well-worn path. Reaching the summit, you will have a jaw-dropping sightline over the Strathcona high country, including the majestic Elkhorn Mountain to the south.

Getting to the King’s Peak Trailhead

To reach the trailhead for King’s Peak from Gold River, head east on BC-28 for 15.9 km and make a slight right onto Elk River Road. After 3.1 km, you will cross over the river and find the trailhead on your right.

Route Information for King’s Peak

When to do:
June–October
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
No
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Low
Route Type:
Out and back

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Reviews for King’s Peak

8.0

1 reviews

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lcmhFebruary 2022

I did this train in late July of 2021 and it was pretty well kept for the first half. The second half is marked with just some ribbons and there is often overgrowth covering the way. You must also climb up some major slide areas in order to make it to the top. It was well worth the hike up.

Overall Rating: 8
Trip Length: 11:00
Technical Difficulty: Intermediate (Square)
Suitable for intermediates who are ready for a little bit more adventure.
Physical Difficulty: Advanced (Diamond)
Suitable for advanced experience level looking for a solid adventure.

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Last Updated: July 21, 2026