Map screenshot of the Koch Creek Pass GPX route from Edgewood toward Nelson BC

Koch Creek Pass

The trip up over Koch Creek Pass is a local classic. Can be used as as a fun shortcut between Fauquier Ferry and Highway 6 in the Slocan Valley.

⬇️ Get the .gpx or .kml file via Gaia Gaia Tutorial on using files

Surface:
Gravel the entire route.

Distance:
80km: 2,400m vert gain/loss

Sevices:
None along route. Available in Slocan and Valley and Fauquier.

Access:
From Fauquier or Highway 6

Koch Creek Pass

Heading up and over either direction is a local dual-sport rite of passage. Heading West you have to climb ‘that step, loose bit’. A long uphill climb, it can be a challenge for a loaded or bigger bike. Difficult to get going again if you have to start in the middle. Always good to have a few extra hands to get you moving again.

Koch Creek Pass Route map

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