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Lillian & Galatea Lakes (and Guinn’s Pass option), Kananaskis
July 6, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Description:
The trail to Lillian Lake and the Galatea Lakes follows a forested trail alongside Galatea Creek, crisscrossing bridges until Lillian Lake comes into view. The 1 km climb to Galatea lake offers spectacular views. There is an option to stop at Lillian for those who do not want to climb the extra 1 km.
Meet Place:
Galatea trailhead, Hwy 40, Kananaskis
Directions:
It is about a 1 hour and 15 minute drive from Calgary to the Galatea trailhead on Hwy. 40. Take Hwy 1 (Trans Canada) west to Hwy 40. Continue along Hwy 40 to the Galatea trailhead, just past the Village of Kananaskis.
Distance/Length:
Rated MOD to Lillian Lake and INT to Galatea Lake and Guinn’s Pass: Lillian Lake is 12.5 km + 475 metres round trip; Galatea Lake is 17 km +675 metres elevation gain round trip ( 6+ hiking hours including lunch stop to Galatea Lake and 7 + hours to Guinn’s Pass)
Carpool Option:
When possible, carpooling will be arranged from the Shell station in Calgary. It is not guaranteed but may be an option.