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 is steep and follows rocky slopes before descending to Galatea Lake. NOTE: Assuming the weather is good (not raining) there is an option […]
Description: Burstall Pass trail winds through forests and willow flats near the Burstall Lakes then climbs to alpine meadows. Meet Place: SEE MAP below: Shell Station, Hwy 1 at Bowfort Road Directions to trailhead: Burstall Pass trailhead is located on Hwy 762 (Smith Dorrien) in Kananaskis, about 1 hour 45 minutes from Calgary. Distance/Length: Rated MOD: […]
Description: A meandering trail leads to a waterfall, unique rock outcrops, rugged cliff bands, and an open alpine valley. A steep rocky slope leads to Buller Pass where spectacular views of Ribbon Lake and Mount Assiniboine are achieved. Registration & Fees: Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for registration and fee options. […]
Description: Wildflowers, lakes and views! We'll climb through mixed forest and across open slopes. The trail then drops down to 4 alpine lakes. The trail has steep sections on gravel slopes. Registration & Fees: Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for registration and fee options. Meet Place: Red Deer Lake Church, Hwy 22X […]
Description: We'll hike to the popular Elbow Lake and beyond to the beautiful, peaceful, and rarely-visited Rae Lake. We'll check out Edworthy Falls en route to Rae Lake, which is nestled below the north end of Mt. Rae and the east of Tombstone Pass and surrounded by golden larch trees in the fall. Meet Place: Shell […]
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 […]
Description: This stunning hike to Chester Lake is followed by a climb past the Elephant Rocks to Three Lakes Valley, where fossils and flowers, and more views await! Meet Place: Shell Station on Hwy 1 at COP at 7:45 am OR at Chester Lake trailhead, Spray Lakes Road, Kananaskis at 9:30 am. About 1 hour 40 […]
Description: Located approximately 140 kilometres southwest of Calgary – just north of the Oldman River and west of the Porcupine Hills – the somewhat under-the-radar Whaleback region in southwest Alberta is a treasure. Home to one of the largest and least disturbed montane areas in Canada. the Whaleback is a unique, bio-rich area of stunning […]
Description: A forested climb to the east ridge of Yamnuska known as Raven's End leads to spectacular views. Registration & Fees: Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for registration and fee options. Meet Place: Meet at the Shell Gas Station, Hwy 1 and Bowfort Road (see map below) OR at the Mount Yamnuska […]
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 […]
Description: This scenic trail takes you to breathtaking views of the front ranges. We’ll hike beyond Jumpingpound Summit along grassy slopes to big views and our lunch spot. 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 […]
Description: We'll hike the neighbourhoods, river trails, and the High Line Trail trail in Canmore. We'll walk along the Bow River towards the Three Sisters mountain ranges before walking the Highline Trail. We'll stop in downtown Canmore for a coffee post-hike if you have time. Bring lunch for the hike and we will eat along […]