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.
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
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