Mt. Tom Taylor, Guided Alpine Climbing
Join VIBE for a 3–4 day guided alpine climbing adventure to the granite walls of Mt. Tom Taylor, one of Vancouver Island’s premier alpine climbing destinations. With routes like Indian Summer, Inner Space, and Three Horned Dragon King, this trip combines big wall granite climbing with the wild alpine setting of Strathcona Park.
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Climb classic multi-pitch granite routes on Vancouver Island’s climbing mecca.
Experience the dramatic alpine scenery of the Tom Taylor Basin.
Fully guided trip with professional ACMG guides.
Choose between 1 or 2 full climbing days on the mountain.
Camp in a spectacular alpine basin with views of Strathcona’s rugged peaks.
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Difficulty: Advanced multi-pitch alpine climbing (5.8–5.11 depending on route).
Duration: 3 or 4 days.
Approach: 13 km hike to Tom Taylor Basin (approx. 1,200m gain).
Season: July – September.
Group Size: Maximum 2 participants per guide.
Price: Contact us for custom group pricing.
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Day 1: Meet in Campbell River, final gear check, and hike 13 km into Tom Taylor Basin. Establish alpine camp.
Day 2: Full day climbing a classic route (e.g., Indian Summer). Return to alpine camp.
Day 3: Extra climbing day, or descent and hike out.
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Included:
ACMG certified guide(s).
Group technical equipment (ropes, rack, safety gear).
Emergency communication device.
Trip planning & logistics.
Not Included:
Personal climbing equipment (harness, helmet, shoes, belay device, etc.).
Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, mat).
Food & stove system.
Transportation to trailhead.
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Participants should be in excellent physical condition, capable of carrying an overnight pack 13 km with 1,200m elevation gain. Previous multi-pitch climbing experience is recommended. This trip is best suited for climbers with at least some outdoor trad or sport climbing experience.
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Climbing shoes, harness, helmet, belay device.
Weather-appropriate alpine clothing.
Overnight camping kit (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad).
Food for 3–4 days.
Backpack (40–50L).
Closing Summary
Mt. Tom Taylor is one of Vancouver Island’s great alpine climbing peaks — with sweeping granite faces, glacier views, and world-class multi-pitch routes. Whether it’s your first alpine climb or a chance to tick off some of the Island’s classics, this trip offers the perfect blend of challenge and reward in the heart of Strathcona Park.
