Mt. GALWEY

Galwey was named after one of the young surveyers who laid out the border in 1856. He was one of the more competent of the crew. It is possible to see one of their survey locations on an old native prayer circle. This is located about 200m NE of the pullout just past the Beaver Pond. It is possible to see the old hole they drilled into a large stone to set their survey equipment. Unfortunately they also disturbed many of the rocks that made up the altar circle.

This is one of the prominent must climb peaks in the area. Its steep sides make it look like a tough climb, but years of scramblers have established an excellent trial up the North West Side. There is no easy way up to the top, so some scrambling is required no matter what you do. Near the summit there is a small window through the ridge that provides good views down into Coppermine Creek.