Brent
Mountain Trail
is a moderate uphill hike leading
to some scenic viewpoints. The 4.8 km one -way trail leads explorers
to the summit of Brent Mountain and 360 degree views of the Okanagan
Valley and the Coast and Monashee Mountain Ranges.
The rough trail has exposed rocks and tree trunks.
It is important to wear proper hiking boots and pack in water.
The hike reaches the peak of Brent Mountain which stands at approximately
2203 meters (7228 feet).
The Brent Mountain Trail explores pristine alpine
areas and should take around 4-5 hours to hike there and back
along the same trail. The hiking trail provides good opportunity
to view wildlife. Birdwatchers in particular will enjoy this hike.
The trail explores the forest before it reaches
the alpine summit. At the summit is an old Forest Fire lookout
tower.
How to Get to the Brent
Mountain Trail:
To reach the trailhead to the Brent Mountain
Trail take Green Mountain Road to Apex Mountain Road and continue
for 4 kms then turn right on the Shatford logging road. Continue
for 3.7 kms to the old 8 km road marker. Take a left and continue
for 3.9 kms until you reach a fork in road, veer left for 700
meters to the trailhead. |
Brent
Mtn. 
Penticton