Nihahi Ridge, Kananaskis
May 15 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Description:
This hike has it all, starting in the forest before traversing a beautiful grassy meadow and then gaining elevation in the alpine as you climb to the ridge. The views are spectacular throughout the hike.
Meet Place:
Allen Bill trailhead, Elbow Falls Trail (Hwy 66) Kananaskis
Directions:
This trailhead is about a 45-55 minute drive from Calgary.
- Access Hwy. 66 from Hwy. 22 (Hwy. 22 becomes Hwy. 66) or from Hwy. 8 (Glenmore Trail West).
- Follow Hwy. 66 into Kananaskis Country
- Go past the Information Centre and watch for the “Allen Bill” sign.
- The sign and parking are just past the Elbow River Crossing at the bottom of a long, gradual hill.
Distance/Length:
Rated (MOD), 10 km + 600 meters elevation gain: 4-5 hours hiking time
Carpool Option:
When possible, carpooling will be arranged from the meeting place.