Description: Wildflowers and views! We'll climb a forested path along the Pack Trail Coulee a grassy pass between the Bull Creek Hills and Holy Cross Mountain. We'll climb some more before dipping into a forest and beginning our final accent to the top of the Bull Creek Hills. We will do a portion of the […]
Description: We'll cross the Bow River and follow single-track trails into Carburn Park where birdlife is abundant. We'll limb to Lynnwood for stunning views of the Rockies, Bow River Valley and downtown. Neighbourhood streets and single-track trails behind homes lead to hidden pathways that we'll follow to the Bow River Pathway, into Beaverdam Flats Park […]
Description: A wonderful trail zigzags through shrubs and wildflowers in July and August and into fall foliage in September before entering a wide-open valley below Stanley Glacier. Waterfalls, glaciers, and big views are constant on this fantastic hike. There will be an option to hike more challenging terrain to the hanging valley. This extra part […]
Description: Traveling quiet tree-lined side streets past pop-bottle stucco homes we’ll climb to escarpment trails and enjoy fantastic city centre views from Tom Campbell’s Hill. You can expect a mix of narrow side trails, stairs, hills, and sidewalk trekking. The Stampede Breakfast runs from 10-3 pm so we can stop by at the end of […]
Description: We'll head southwest of Calgary to the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area (ASCCA); a 4,800-acre day-use habitat conservation area and nocturnal preserve. We'll hike for a few hours along the maze of trails and soak up the spectacular Rockies views and the colourful wildflowers. NOTE: No dogs allowed at Sandy Cross and there […]
Description: We’ll walk 10-12 km through Greenwood Mobile Home Park to the Romeo and Juliet Douglas Fir Trail, along the Bow River through Bowness Park and into eclectic Bowness where we'll navigate side streets and pathways back to the Calgary's Farmer's Market. Registration & Fees: Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for […]
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: We'll explore Cochrane pathways, parks and neighbourhoods and the Historic Cochrane Ranch trails. A post-hike market cafe stop is the big finish. Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for the options. Meet Place: Park and meet outside the Farmer's Leaf Market Café in the Sheridan Mall Bathrooms: No Post-Walk Coffee Stop […]
Description: We'll travel through Confederation Park before connecting to Brentwood and crossing to Nose Hill Park. Great views of the Rockies and the downtown core are the reward as we climb to the top of Nose Hill Park, Calgary's highest point. We'll continue to the Medicine Wheel before we descend to the tunnel under 14 […]
Description: Burstall Pass trail winds through forests and willow flats near the Burstall Lakes then climbs to alpine meadows. Registration & Fees: Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for registration and fee options. Meet Place: SEE MAP below: Shell Station, Hwy 1 at Bowfort Road Directions to trailhead: Burstall Pass trailhead is located […]
Description: We'll Follow the hidden stairway into Roxboro Natural Park and climb to big views of downtown Calgary before walking into Erlton and heading up and over MacLeod Trail. We'll travel through Union Cemetary and into Reader Rock Gardens. Quirky Ramsay, where every twist and turn offers surprises, is next on the list. We'll soak […]
Description: Join Lori Beattie, Calgary’s Best Walks, for a walking tour with a nod to some historical influencers: W. Reader, W. Pearce, and the Livingstons. This 6-7 km, fast-paced walk will include a mix of gravel trails, uneven terrain, paved paths, and sidewalks as we move through the Elbow River Valley Sandy Beach Park, Glenmore […]