Hound's Tooth

Hound's Tooth is a mountain in Area G of the Purcell Mountains in British Columbia, reaching 2,824 meters in elevation. The summit forms a sharp granite pinnacle that rises from the northeast ridge of Marmolata Mountain.

Conrad Kain made the first recorded ascent of this peak in 1930, bringing it into British Columbia's climbing history. This early achievement marked the start of its recognition as an important alpine destination.

The peak draws mountaineers who value the rugged high-altitude landscape of the Purcell Mountains. Climbers who reach this point share a deep connection to wilderness and overcoming natural challenges.

Visitors should prepare for extremely cold conditions, with temperatures below -20 degrees Celsius in winter and wind chill factors that can drop below -30 degrees Celsius. Getting there requires extensive mountaineering gear and high-altitude climbing experience.

The peak emerges as a nunatak, an isolated summit rising through surrounding glaciers. Its surface consists of rough, fractured granite that stands out sharply against the frozen landscapes around it.

Location: Area G (Forster Creek/Mount Assiniboine)

Elevation above the sea: 2,824 m

GPS coordinates: 50.72440,-116.77510

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:29