Kusam Klimb (Bill’s Trail)

Length 

22.0km 

Elevation Gain 
1613m 

Route Type 
Loop 

Difficulty 
Challenging 

Explore this 22.0-km loop trail near Sayward, British Columbia, known for being a challenging route. While it’s a popular spot for birding and hiking, you can still find solitude most times of the day. The best months to visit are from March through October.

The Kusam Klimb Trail is a rugged and adventurous loop that ascends Mt. H’Kusam and descends through the Stowe Creek watershed. This challenging yet rewarding route features steep elevation, winding through dense forest before opening up to breathtaking 360-degree views of the mountains and ocean. Visitors recommend parking at Sabre Rd. The trail is generally well-marked.

Mt. H’Kusam is situated in Sayward, about 75 kilometers north of Campbell River along the Inland Island Highway (Hwy 19). The trailhead can be found off Sabre Road, 2 kilometers from the Heritage Hall on Sayward Road. Follow the pavement uphill until it curves to the right, then take a left. You’ll see a trail sign on the right and a parking lot for hikers on the left.

The Kusam Klimb has evolved into an extreme endurance race every June. Learn more at Coastline Endurance Running.

 

 

 

A short film by Matt Cecill commemerating the Kusam Klimb and trail maker Bill West-Sells.

Share Shed

Accepting most clean items in good working order for resale.

Monday 1000-1300
Wednesday 1000-1300
Saturday 1000-1300

Phone n/a

Address 690 Kelsey Way, Sayward, BC, V0P 1R0

Sayward Recycling Depot

Recycling depot for cardboard, metal, plastic, containers, used batteries, used oil and yard waste.

Monday 0730-2030
Wednesday 0730-2030
Friday 0730-2030
Sunday 0830-2030

Phone 250.282.5512

Address 690 H’Kusam Way, Sayward, BC, V0P 1R0

Sayward Electric Car Charging Station Impacted By New Higher Fees

The electric car charging stations at the Sayward Junction are impacted by new higher fees for electric car users. Operated by BC Hydro, the units have started charging idle fees for cars that remain plugged in after they are fully charged. Users of the BC Hydro app can receive notifications of a full charge, and there is a 5 minute grace period to unplug before accruing additional fees.

For Sayward electric car charger users that do not remain on the property during charging may be shocked to find unexpected fees due to the lack of cell coverage preventing app notifications from getting through.

Learn more at BC Hydro.