Isola Peak – September 3, 2007

Mountain height:           2500 m
Elevation gain:               790 m
Roundtrip time:             7:30

Hiking with Grace.

Isola Peak definitely rates as one of the easiest summits in the Canadian Rockies to attain and after a long day on Mount Ishbel the day before, something short and easy seemed like a wise choice. Initially it was and having the wonderful company of Grace made of somewhat dull approach very pleasant. As we started up the lightly treed southeast slopes, however, I started to get a migraine. Unfortunately it got worse and worse and by the time we reached the summit, I was in terrible shape. Hardly taking the time to check out somewhat unremarkable views, I tried to take a nap at the summit, to no avail. The descent, though easy, was also a miserable experience, and I felt terrible that I was such lousy company for Grace. She thought nothing of it and was very forgiving. Wonderful company, but a fairly miserable day because of the migraine.

In regards to the actual mountain, a good hike, but I don’t imagine the ascent will ever be popular – not challenging enough and lackluster views.

Isola Peak from the approach trail; this boring photo pretty much sums up the mountain

The summit view to the west

Lots of clear-cutting to the south

Grace rests at the summit

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