Description: We'll walk along the stunning Upper Lake of Kananaskis before switchback climbing treed slopes to Rawson lake. Cleats or snowshoes will work for this hike as there is a packed trail. If you have snowshoes then you will have some off-trail options near the lake. Meet Place: Shell Station at COP Directions: Meet at the […]
Description: We'll climb through treed slopes to wide-open powder at Warspite tarn followed by some powder exploration and amazing views of and spectacular views of Mount Black Prince. Meet Place: Shell Station at COP Directions: Meet at the Shell station at COP. Distance/Length: Rated (MOD), 10 km + 300 meters elevation gain: 4 hours on trail. […]
Description: We'll walk into the impressive Grotto Canyon before heading to Canmore for a hot drink! Icers (cleats) are necessary for this winter hike as we'll be walking on ice at times. You can rent cleats from Sports Rent in Calgary. Meet Place: Shell Station at COP Directions: Meet at the Shell station at COP. Distance/Length: Rated […]
Description: We'll hike the trails in and around Canmore followed by a hot drink at a café! You will be back in Calgary by 2-3 pm. Meet Place: Meet in Canmore at the parking lot just before the Malcolm Hotel. See map below. Directions: Take Hwy 1 to Canmore and park in the official town parking […]
Description: Foran Grade and Windy Point Ridge are two smallish peaks in the front ranges providing great views of the surrounding ranges to the west, the Sheep River, and the prairie to the east. An excellent choice for your spring warm-up hikes! Meet Place: Hi-Ho Gas Station, Turner Valley Directions: This trailhead is about a 45-55 […]
Description: A steep climb leads to breathtaking views of the front ranges, the Elbow River Valley, and the city of Calgary. We'll loop down to connect to the Prairie Creek trail for a rolling, creekside finish. This hike is part of the Fall session of hikes with Club Fit Frog. Meet Place: Allen Bill trailhead, Elbow […]
Description: Horsethief Canyon is the rarely marvelled gem in this prehistoric playground. It's a 10-kilometre jaunt up quiet Highway 838 (the North Dinosaur Trail), northwest of the region's Royal Tyrrell Museum. A descent in the canyon leads us into the land of strange outcrops of rock that are a kaleidoscope of geology and history, a […]
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. The cupcake finish is the highlight! Meet Place: Allen Bill trailhead, Elbow Falls Trail (Hwy 66) Kananaskis Directions: This trailhead […]
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. Access Hwy. […]
Description: It's Lori's birthday so we'll hike for cupcakes! 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 […]
Description: This scenic trail takes you through wildflowers meadows to breathtaking views of the front ranges, the Elbow River Valley, and the city of Calgary. 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 […]
Description: This scenic trail takes you along a forested path to meadows of wildflowers and breathtaking views of the front ranges and the city of Calgary. Meet Place: Shell Station at COP Directions: Dawson Trailhead in Sibbald Flats Area of Kananaskis off Hwy 1 west: Hwy 68 to Powderface Road (Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/pDxAsQkqyQko56DEA) Distance/Length: Rated (MOD/INT)*, […]