Healy Pass & Simpson’s Pass Wildflowers, Banff national Park

Description:

This Parks Canada Trail is well maintained and allows for beautiful views of many gorgeous peaks and Egypt Lake. The start of the trail keeps you shaded from the summer sun as you gradually climb. The hike starts with a wide, rolling trail that narrows as you go. The lush forest and the bridge over Healy Creek are stunning, submerging you in the idyllic natural universe of the Canadian Rockies. We’ll take Simpson pass through meadows, past lakes before entering the Wildflower-filled alpine meadows that lead to Healy Pass. Views of lakes and waterfalls and peak upon peak are your reward.

Meet Place:

Sunshine Ski Hill Parking Lot, Banff National Park (drive all the way to the Sunshine ski hill parking lots and the lodges, at the end of the road)

Directions:

Hwy 1 (Trans Canada) west to Sunshine Ski Hill (just west of the town of Banff)

Distance/Length:

Rated MOD/INT: 20 km + 700 metres elevation gain. 6+ hours hiking

Carpool Option:

When possible, carpooling will be arranged from the Shell station in Calgary