How I did it: The three of us headed out for Roche Miette, a 2377 meter mountain on the east entrance to Jasper National Park at 8AM on Saturday.  The first four hours were following a steep winding path, through trees and up loose rock and shale.  The last two hours were beyond the tree line up an 80% grade of pure rock.  We did it without gear of any sort, as many locals do, but if I were to do it again I would prefer some basics like a helmet or pick to help during the last few hundred meters.  It took us about three hours to get back down, and I was very sore when we got back!

Lessons & tips: Wear gloves...from the moment you get out of your vehicle.  This was the best thing I brought along.  You will think you're at the top several times before you actually are. 

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Aug 16, 2009, 10:46PM PDT | 0 comments | 1 cheer