Have you ever thought about hiking Enderby Cliffs in British Columbia, Canada? After wanting to tackle this beautiful North Okanagan hike for quite some time, we finally made it happen!
Located just outside Enderby, about an hour and 15 minutes north of Kelowna, the Enderby Cliffs Trail takes you through forested paths, steep switchbacks, and several scenic lookouts before reaching spectacular views overlooking the Shuswap River Valley.
Come along as we share our hiking experience, including the trail conditions, difficulty, how long it took us, and whether the climb was worth it!
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🥾 Enderby Cliffs Trail Information
Here are a few helpful details if you’re planning to hike Enderby Cliffs yourself.
- Location: Enderby, British Columbia, Canada
- Trail: Tplaqín / Enderby Cliffs Trail
- Distance: Approximately 13–14 km round trip
- Elevation Gain: Approximately 688 metres
- Summit Elevation: 1,150 metres
- Difficulty: Moderate to strenuous
- Our Total Time: Approximately 5 hours, including breaks
- Parking: Trailhead parking lot on Brash Allen Road
The parking lot has outhouses, a posted trail map, and room for vehicles. Once you’re on the trail, facilities are very limited, so bring plenty of water, snacks, and appropriate hiking footwear.
🌲 Our Hike to the Enderby Cliffs Summit
We started our hike at 10:30 a.m. on a beautiful fall morning. The first section took us through the forest on a steadily climbing trail with a few narrow and rocky areas.
Our first stop was Shuswap Lookout, approximately 2.3 km from the trailhead. It took us about 45 minutes to reach this viewpoint, and we were already enjoying some wonderful views of the valley.
We continued to Larch Hills Lookout, about 3.2 km from the trailhead, where the views opened up even more. From there, the trail became more challenging, with steeper switchbacks and a steady climb toward the ridge.
Once we reached the upper section, the scenery was incredible! The trail follows the tops of the cliffs, offering several places to stop and enjoy the panoramic views. Some areas have significant drop-offs, so we made sure to keep our distance from the edges.
🏔️ Was Hiking Enderby Cliffs Worth It?
Absolutely! It took us approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes to reach the summit, including around 20 minutes of stops. The views from the top were fantastic, overlooking the forests, farmland, mountains, and winding Shuswap River.
We brought a little lunch and enjoyed the scenery before heading back down. One thing we noticed was how quickly the temperature changed. We were warm during the climb, but it was quite windy and cool at the summit.
We returned to the parking lot at approximately 3:30 p.m., making it a five-hour adventure. It was definitely a workout, but we’d highly recommend taking your time and enjoying the lookouts along the way.
📍 Enderby Cliffs Trailhead Parking & Directions
Trailhead: Enderby Cliffs Provincial Park, Brash Allen Road, Enderby, BC, Canada.
Parking Address: 398 Brash Allen Rd #2, Enderby, BC V4Y 4K2
From Highway 97 in Enderby, turn onto Cliff Avenue and continue onto Mabel Lake Road. Turn left onto Brash Allen Road. After approximately 1.4 km, stay right at the fork and continue along the unpaved road for another 1.6 km. The trailhead parking lot will be on your left.
🗺️ Enderby Cliffs Trail Map (PDF)
Planning your hike? You can download the official Enderby Cliffs trail map from the BC Parks website. The map includes the hiking route from the parking lot to the summit, along with trail distances, elevations, and viewpoints to help you plan your adventure.
🌲 More British Columbia Hiking Adventures
If you enjoy exploring beautiful places around British Columbia, check out a couple of our other adventures:
- Hiking Giants Head Park in Summerland, BC – Another beautiful Okanagan hike with spectacular views.
- Whistler Train Wreck & Suspension Bridge Hike – A unique hiking experience near Whistler, British Columbia.
🎥 Watch Our Full Enderby Cliffs Hike
Whether you’re planning your own hike or simply enjoy discovering beautiful places in British Columbia, we hope our adventure helps you get a better idea of what to expect on the Enderby Cliffs Trail.
Happy exploring! 🌲