Banff's classic Escargot Corner | International Guide Bureau

Escargot Corner - Mt. Norquay

Quick description: One of Banff's classics 7 pitch rock routes. You even get the chance to see snail fossils as you climb.

Route Description top of page

Escargot Corner is one of Banff's classic rock routes located on the West side of Mt. Norquay over looking Vermilion Lake. This 7 pitch climb follows a continuous corner on exceptional rock. This climb tops out on the South ridge about 100 meters short of the summit. The descend route is back down the South ridge.

Route Breakdown
	Name:	Escargot Corner - Mt. Norquay
	Peak:	Mt. Norguay
	Type:	Rock Climbing
	Location:	Banff Alberta
	Park / Range:	Banff National Park
	Grade:	5.7
	Distance:	2 hours to the base of the climb
	Height gain:	3200 ft/975 meters
	Max elevation:	7800 ft/2378 meters
	Round trip time:	8 to 10 hours
	Season:	May to October
	Fitness:	Moderate
	Ability:	able to follow 5.7
	Terrain Scale:	Moderate
	Avalance Hazard:	none
	Approach:	hiking with mod scramblimg on the south ridge
	Descent:	down climbing south ridge with two rappels
	Guide : Client ratio	1:2
	IGB guided Rate:	$450.00 for 1 person and $525 for 2 people ( $275 each)
	Maps:	Click here for Google map Map: Banff 82-O/4

Equipment List top of page

If there is something missing we will be able to help you out with what ever equipment you need.

30L day pack
2 liter water bottle
light weight core-tex jacket
Sunglasses/sun screen
climbing pants
light weight puff jacket
approach shoes
rock shoes
harness
belay/rappel devise
helmet
2 locking carabiners
walking poles

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Email: marco@igbguides.com or call for details: 1.877.309.7673

Escargot Corner - Mt. Norquay

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Escargot Corner - Mt. Norquay

$450.00 for 1 person and $525 for 2 people ( $275 each)