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Kidd Falls

Quick description: This captivating two-tired icefall gets more enchanting as you gain height with a magnificent vista of the Canadian Rockies to take in below. A pleasant walk in the woods is followed by a beautiful view of Mt. Kidd and Kidd Falls illuminated by the rising sun. This venue is sure to be remembered in your tick list of great climbs.

Route Description top of page

This captivating two-tired icefall gets more enchanting as you gain height with a magnificent vista of the Canadian Rockies to take in below. A pleasant walk in the woods is followed by a beautiful view of Mt. Kidd and Kidd Falls illuminated by the rising sun. This venue is sure to be remembered in your tick list of great climbs.

By: Yoshiko Miyazaki

Route Breakdown
	Name:	Kidd Falls
	Peak:
	Type:	Classic WI 3 - 4 route
	Location:	Kananaskis Country
	Park / Range:	Rockies- Kananaskis
	Grade:	IV, WI 4, 55 M
	Distance:
	Height gain:
	Max elevation:
	Round trip time:	6 - 8 hours
	Season:
	Fitness:	Good fitness
	Ability:
	Terrain Scale:
	Avalance Hazard:	Challenging Terrain (Class 2)
	Approach:	1 - 1.5 hours
	Descent:	2 Rappels
	Guide : Client ratio	1 : 2 Max
	IGB guided Rate:	$425
	Maps:	Click here for Google map Map:

Equipment List top of page

6 screws, 8 Draws, 2x 60m Ropes

Local Information top of page

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Kidd Falls

Route Breakdown

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Kidd Falls

$425