Moderate to difficult. The last one-third to the summit is rocky trail and a very slow pace is suggested to avoid injury. The last 400 meters involves scrambling. This is a back-country hike deep into the woods with no views until reaching the top. The communication tower on the summit is a bummer.
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Did this hike on a very foggy, overcast Friday. Wasn't prepared for the usual soaking of my pants by the saturated salal. However, I found it a very satisfying hike that didn't take too long and presented an interesting diversity of vistas, except for the summit, due to the fog. The initial trail head I took was the HP Connector trail off of the Harrison trail. I'd have to say that I would recommend a GPS to do this hike as the trail is almost non-existent although well marked with flashing tape hanging from tree boughs. The return leg towards Grass Lake trail was beautiful but steep. Only a couple of times did I
need to resort to four limbs to complete the climb, most of the time I stayed on my feet without needing to use my hands. Route took me 2 and half hours. Part of my Sooke Hills Peak challenge effort.
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Absolutely beautiful! You pass 3 waterfalls, mossy forests, not too busy, and the views make it all worth it!
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