Distance

6.0 km to summit

13.3 km total

Elevation

1,614 m start

2,608 m max

Vertical

947 m gain

Time

5 hr 16 min to summit

9 hr 28 min total

An enjoyable ascent of Shunga-la-she snuck in before the Sheep River area closes for the winter. Surprisingly little snow below the tree line made the first part of the ascent quicker than expected. Route finding through a dozen or so rock bands in high winds was slow but manageable. The wind calmed down just as we reached the summit which was a nice treat. The last hour was in headlamps.

Route name

Shunga-la-she 13.3 km route

out-and-back
Obstacles

routefinding, bushwhacking, rockfall/loose rock, snow on route

Key gear

ice axe, crampons, trekking poles, mountaineering boots, GPS device