Sulphur Springs / Riverview Loop, Kananaskis

Description:

This foothills trail dips and climbs through the forest. This is a nice gradual trail that is perfect as an introduction to hiking or as a warm-up for more difficult hikes.

Meet Place:

Allen Bill trailhead, Elbow Falls Trail (Hwy 66) Kananaskis

Directions:

This trailhead is about a 45-55 minute drive from Calgary.

1. Access Hwy. 66 from Hwy. 22 (Hwy. 22 becomes Hwy. 66) or from Hwy. 8 (Glenmore Trail West).
2. Follow Hwy. 66 into Kananaskis Country
3. Go past the Information Centre and watch for the “Allen Bill” sign.
4. The sign and parking is just past the Elbow River Crossing at the bottom of long, gradual hill.

Distance/Length:

Rated (All levels), 10 km + 250 meters gain, 100 meters loss: 3-4 hours hiking

Carpool Option:

When possible, carpooling will be arranged from the meet place.