Mount Buchanan
Mountain in British Columbia · 1,909 m
The hike up Mount Buchanan
The route starts at Kaslo Interpretive Forest — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Buchanan?
Mount Buchanan is 1,909 m above sea level and lies in British Columbia. Its prominence is 149 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Buchanan?
From Kaslo Interpretive Forest it is about 4.6 km one way with 1,164 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 40 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Buchanan?
The nearest parking is Buchanan Hiking (northeast of the peak) — about 0.1 km to the summit. Alternative: Kaslo Interpretive Forest (south of the peak) (4.6 km on foot · ↑ 1,164 m · about 4 h 40 min round trip). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Mount Buchanan in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Buchanan is one of 12,621 peaks in Canada in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Mount Buchanan in the app
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