Little Sifton Traverse

Classic Rogers Pass alpine tour linking Grizzly Shoulder to the Little Sifton col in Glacier National Park. From the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre parking, skin up the Grizzly Shoulder uptrack through mature forest and small slidepaths, then break into open alpine benches trending east toward the obvious col between Little Sifton and Mount Sifton. Expect mostly mellow alpine rolls with short, steeper steps and frequent wind effect from prevailing southwest winds.

The traverse usually continues over the col and down a sheltered northeast-facing slope toward the Sifton Glacier and Grizzly slidepath, with options to trend skier’s right to rejoin Grizzly West/Puff Daddy glades for the exit back toward the highway. Cornices often build along the ridge and at the col, and small convex rollovers can hide wind slabs; give the cornice lips and the steep east side of Grizzly Shoulder a wide berth. This route lies in a Winter Restricted Area under the Glacier National Park winter permit system, so you must check daily WRA status and carry the required permit before heading out. More info: Parks Canada winter backcountry access.