Description: We’ll climb and descend a mix of stairs and single-track trails through a Douglas Fir Forest to views of the Bow RiverValley. If the trail is wet or muddy, we'll avoid some challenging sections if muddy, and instead walk through Wildwood and soak up some homes and gardens before connecting to the Douglas Fir […]
Description: Hidden pathways, stairs and hills, river trails, interesting architecture, and some tasty post-hike treats to warm us up! Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for the options Meet Place: Meet in the park at the corner of 30 Avenue and Roxboro Glen Road, SW. Free, no restrictions, parking on 30 Avenue […]
Description: Load up your backpack and join us on this hiking training session where we'll climb the stairs to the Nose Hill Plateau, Calgary's highest point where panoramic views are your reward, and then continue on single-track trails that dip into aspen-filled coulees, past wildflowers to downtown & Rockies views. Want to join us? Scroll […]
Description: We’ll hike 10-12 km along a mix of paved pathways into the rolling trails of Bowmont Natural Environment Park and into the spectacular Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs. Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for the options Meet Place: Meet at Bowmont Park parking lot, Home Road and 52 St., NW […]
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 […]
Walk with Lori! Join author Lori Beattie for a guided walk from her book, Calgary's Best Walks! Calgary's Best-selling author is back, and this time she is taking it on the road. Come talk to Lori Beattie about her book Calgary's Best Walks and then join her on a walkabout from the library. Bring your […]
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. Meet Place: Shell at COP Directions: Meet at the Shell station at COP. Distance/Length: Rated (MOD/INT), 12 km […]
Description: We'll travel through the neighbourhoods of Renfrew, Rosedale, and Crescent Heights to big views of the Bow River and the Rockies before looping back along the river and neighbourhoods. Meet Place: Meet at Stoop Café (free street parking) Bathrooms: None at walk start Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional): Stoop Café
Description: We'll climb and descend Bowmont Park's single-track trails while soaking up stunning views of the Bow River and the Rockies. A boardwalk trail leads us to the waterfall in Waterfall Valley and then we climb an impressive stairway before looping back. Come once, buy a package of city + mountain walks and hikes, or […]
Description: We’ll follow the Jackrabbit Trail as it skirts the Glenmore reservoir along a hidden wooded pathway with rolling hills. Meet Place: Park in the large official parking lot for South Glenmore Park at the intersection of 90th Avenue and 24th Street, SW. Leave 90 Avenue and turn left to get to the public parking […]
Description: Burstall Pass trail winds through forests and willow flats near the Burstall Lakes then climbs to alpine meadows and golden larches. Definitely one of the top larch hikes in Kananaskis! Meet Place: Meet at the Shell Gas station across from COP on Hwy 1 (Trans Canada) at 7:30 a.m. or at the trailhead at 9:30 […]
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 spectacular fall colours. There is a $10 fee per car to […]