Peaks
| Peak | metres | feet | Coordinates | First Ascent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sister (Faith) | 2,936 | 9,632 | 1887 | |
| Middle Sister (Charity) | 2,769 | 9,084 | 1921 | |
| Little Sister (Hope) | 2,694 | 8,840 | 1925 |
Big Sister is a moderate scramble on southwestern slopes while Middle Sister is an easy scramble from Stewart Creek. Little Sister is a more difficult ascent requiring technical climbing skills.
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