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 rolling forested trail follows Prairie Creek through a cool, shaded canyon. We'll search for calypso orchids (flower featured) in the forest. 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 Hwy. 66) […]
Description: We’ll hike 10-12 km along a mix of neighbourhood side-streets to the spectacular views from the Edgemont Hills. A paved pathway into the Edgmoent Ravines leads us to wetlands. Meet Place: Park in the official parking lot at the intersection of Edgemont Hill and Edgemont Drive, NW (just off John Laurie Blvd.) The official […]
Description: This easy loop winding through meadow and forest is a popular choice for early spring and late fall. It has two distinct sections: the undulating high line north of the highway which offers views of Moose Mountain and the river route that overlooks Jumpingpound Creek. Meet Place: Shell Station at COP Directions: Meet at the […]
Description: Offering unobstructed views of the Bow River Valley and the prairies beyond, this urban walkabout offers the perfect vantage point to get the lay of the land in Calgary. Navigating a mix of forested single-track trails, quiet side streets, and paved pathways, walkers soak up spectacular vistas. Meet Place: We'll meet at the intersection […]
Description: We'll cross the Bow River and walk through Carburn Park to Beaverdam Flats Park and spectacular views from Lynnwood Ridge. Expect lots of wildlife, most notably deer in Carburn Park, and abundant birdlife year-round. Meet Place: Sue Higgins Park, Deerfoot Trail, and Southland Drive official parking. Bathrooms: Yes, at the trailhead and at Carburn […]
Description: This scenic trail takes you to breathtaking views of the front ranges, the Elbow River Valley and the city of Calgary. This hike is part of the Spring session of hikes with Club Fit Frog. Meet Place: Allen Bill trailhead, Elbow Falls Trail (Hwy 66) Kananaskis Directions: This trailhead is about a 45-55 minute drive […]
Description: This hill trek leads to panoramic views of the entire city of Calgary. Wildlife, wildflowers, and sweeping green grasses make it hard to believe all this is in the heart of the city. This hike is part of the Spring session of hikes with Club Fit Frog. Meet Place: Park in an official Nose Hill […]
Description: This scenic trail takes you to breathtaking views of the front ranges. We'll hike beyond Jumpingpound Summit along grassy, wildflower-covered slopes to our birthday lunch spot. Yup, there will be cupcakes! 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: 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. This hike is part of the Spring session of hikes with Club Fit Frog. Meet Place: Allen Bill trailhead, Elbow Falls Trail (Hwy 66) […]
Description: Vast and peaceful, Fish Creek Provincial Park offers a complete immersion in nature. Stretching 19 km from east to west and encompassing over 13 km2, the park is the ultimate, urban-wilderness getaway. Walking west along the paved path, we'll be immersed in white spruce and balsam poplar forests. The sandstone cliffs on the north side […]
Description: We'll climb a forested path along the Pack Trail Coulee to a grassy pass between the Bull Creek Hills and Holy Cross Mountain. We'll then dip into a forest before climbing to the top of Bull Creek Hills. We will do a portion of the Bull Creek Hills route and will backtrack down to […]