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  1. The Black Tusk, known as Q̓elqámtensa ti Skenknápa in the St'at'imcets (Lillooet) language and as T'á k t'a k múten tl'a Ín7inyáx̱a7en in the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) language, is a stratovolcano and a pinnacle of volcanic rock in Garibaldi Provincial Park of British Columbia, Canada. At 2,319 m (7,608 ft) above sea level, [3] the ...

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    • Pleistocene
  2. Jul 26, 2021 · The Black Tusk. Discover this 16.1-mile loop trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

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  3. Black Tusk. The dark, jagged edges of Black Tusk make it one of the most scenic and unique hikes in southwestern British Columbia. Located in Garibaldi Provincial Park, Black Tusk is the most spectacular mountain in the area. While many hikers do complete this trail in a day, the distance and elevation gain make for a very long day.

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  4. Overview. The Black Tusk is an ancient volcanic plug exposed by the outer volcano being eroded away. It is a classic landmark from the Whistler Ski Resort, and from BC Highway 99. Located in Garibaldi Provincial Park, it lies north of Mt. Garibaldi, which is a dormant volcano. It also overlooks the strikingly beautiful Garibaldi Lake.

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    • 49.97488°N / 123.04315°W
    • 7595 ft / 2315 m
    • Mountain/Rock
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  6. Jan 23, 2020 · The Black Tusk is one of British Columbia’s most iconic mountain peaks. This pinnacle of volcanic rock located in Garibaldi National Park is visible from Whistler and the Garibaldi region and is a popular trail with experienced hikers. The most popular way of hiking to the Black Tusk is to follow the trail from Rubble Creek parking area ...

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  7. Black Tusk facts. The peak of the Black Tusk stands at a towering 2,319 m (7,608 ft) above sea level. Black Tusk mountain hosts two significant glaciers, starting from about 2,100 m (6,890 ft) and flowing northwards to below 1,800 m (5,906 ft) The age of the rock of the Black Tusk, which is loose and friable in nature, is said to be from the ...

  8. Aug 13, 2019 · Hiking Black Tusk is truly a bucket-list-worthy experience. An exposed magma chamber ripe for scrambling, glaciated landscapes, a massive alpine lake and 360-degree views, all a short jaunt from Whistler. It’s a hike well worth the sweat equity, just be sure to properly prepare for the grand occasion.

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