Driving the wild 4x4 trail to Silver Mountain in BC

Silver Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.541m (8,336ft) above sea level, located in the province of British Columbia, Canada. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.

Silver Mountain

Where is Silver Mountain?

The peak is located in eastern British Columbia, near the border of Alberta, in the southern part of the country.

How long is the road to Silver Mountain?

The dirt road to the summit is completely unpaved. It’s a mining road with steep sections. A 4x4 vehicle is required. Starting from Wilmer, the road to the summit is about 52 km (32 miles) long.

Is the road to Silver Mountain open?

Set high in the Purcell Mountains, the road is usually passable from May 15 to November 30 each year.
Pic: Alberta Dunns