Mount Elsay

Mount Elsay is a mountain summit in Mount Seymour Provincial Park located in the North Shore Mountains region and rises to 1,419 meters above sea level. The climb follows steep trails across rockslides and talus slopes, with multiple challenging routes featuring rocky sections on the way to the peak.

The mountain was first climbed on May 6, 1923, when a group of 29 hikers from the British Columbia Mountaineering Club reached the summit. This early ascent marks the beginning of the peak's climbing history in the region.

The mountain takes its name from Elsay Lake and Creek, names that came from Scottish settlers who established themselves in the British Columbia region. These place names reflect the early European settlement of the area.

Two primary routes lead to the summit: the West Trail branching from Mount Seymour and the Elsay Lake Trail crossing multiple rocky sections. Plan to visit during warmer months when conditions are most manageable, as snow and exposed terrain require proper preparation.

A Lockheed 18 Lodestar aircraft crashed on the mountain in 1947 and the wreckage remained hidden until hikers discovered it in September 1994. This historic airplane wreck serves as an unexpected reminder of a tragic event that went unknown for decades.

Location: British Columbia

Elevation above the sea: 1,419 m

GPS coordinates: 49.40689,-122.93770

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23