Peter & Catharine Whyte (Peyto) Hut is a backcountry hut in Alpine Club of Canada, Canada. Operated by Alpine Club of Canada. It accommodates up to 18 guests and self-catering kitchen available. Access: 6.21 miles / 10.0 km.
Hut Specifications
| Type | Backcountry Hut |
| System / Operator | Alpine Club of Canada |
| Capacity | 18 guests |
| Season | Winter |
| Kitchen | Self-catering kitchen available |
| Dogs Allowed | No |
Getting There
Distance
6.21 miles / 10.0 km
Elevation Gain
2198 feet / 670m
Access Methods
Ski, Snowshoe
About Peter & Catharine Whyte (Peyto) Hut
Peyto Hut is the northernmost hut on the Wapta Icefield, and allows for access to moderate mountaineering objectives and the classic Wapta Traverse. The hut can be accessed from the Bow Hut to the south or directly from the highway via Peyto Lake. In the summer, Peyto Hut is most easily accessed from Bow Hut which usually takes 3-4 hours. In the winter, Peyto Hut can also be accessed directly from the highway with a larger 4-8 hour day involving technical route finding. All access routes to Peyto Hut involve glacier travel.
Alberta, Canada
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