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Elevation: 8,150 ft
GPS: 51.35366, -116.2214
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Description Suggest change

This area is located just to the south of Mt. Temple, the highest peak in the Banff area. There are several quartzite towers in the area, the Grand Sentinel being the most climbed.

Getting There Suggest change

Approach via the trail to Sentinel Pass from Moraine Lake. As of 2012, a minimum of 4 people is required due to park restrictions from bear activity. However,this is a very popular hike so it is easy to join up with others at the trailhead.

The Grand Sentinel is located about 1km beyond the pass, towards the Paradise Valley.

From Sentinel pass, descend down the right side via the hiker's path of Paradise Valley to avoid rock slide hazard on the left side (same side as Sentinel). Be careful for rock fall.

Word of caution: publications.americanalpine…

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Classic Climbing Routes at Sentinel Pass

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
 61
South Face
Trad, Alpine 4 pitches
5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
 70
Cardiac Arete
Sport, Alpine 4 pitches
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
South Face Grand Sentinel
 61
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c Trad, Alpine 4 pitches
Cardiac Arete Grand Sentinel
 70
5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b Sport, Alpine 4 pitches
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