Unnecessary Mountain
Mountain in British Columbia · 1,548 m
The hike up Unnecessary Mountain
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Unnecessary Mountain?
Unnecessary Mountain is 1,548 m above sea level and lies in British Columbia. Its prominence is 39 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Unnecessary Mountain?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 4.6 km one way with 1,441 m of ascent. Expect around 6 h 44 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Unnecessary Mountain?
The nearest parking is the parking area northwest of the peak — 4.6 km on foot · ↑ 1,441 m · about 6 h 44 min round trip. Alternative: Lions Bay Beach Parking Lot (west of the peak) (about 5.0 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Unnecessary Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — Unnecessary Mountain 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.
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