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 snowshoe alongside the upper lake of Kananaskis before climbing along a forested path to Rawson Lake. Snowshoes or Icers (cleats) can be used for this winter hike Meet Place: Shell Station at COP Directions: Meet at the Shell station at COP. Distance/Length: Rated (MOD), 10 km + 400 meters elevation gain: 4+ hours on […]
Description: Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park is one of Canada’s newest Provincial Parks, protecting over 1300 hectares of foothills fescue parkland along the Bow River Valley, between Calgary and Cochrane. The Park preserves and protects significant natural and cultural features, including examples of endangered ecosystems and rare species, First Nations and early ranching and industrial settlements, […]
Description: We'll get off-trail in the forest and explore the powder en route to Troll Falls. If snow is abundant this trail allows for lots of powdery off-trail exploration. Meet Place: Shell Station at COP Directions: Meet at the Shell station at COP. Distance/Length: Rated (AL), 8 km + 200meters elevation gain: 3-4 hours on trail. […]
Description: We’ll walk about 10-12 km from Britannia, through Bel-Air and Mayfair, across the Glenmore Dam into Altadore, and back along the Elbow River Pathway. This walk is part of the Club Fit Frog Spring session of hikes and walks. Meet Place: Meet outside Owl's Nest Books. Park anywhere in Britannia Plaza, off Elbow Drive, SW […]
Description: A forested climb to the east ridge of Yamnuska known as Raven's End leads to spectacular views. This hike is part of the Spring session of hikes with Club Fit Frog. Meet Place: Mount Yamnuska trailhead, Kananaskis Directions: Hwy. 1A (Bow Valley Trail). 2.1 km east of 1X Highway turn left (north) onto the quarry […]
Description: We’ll walk about 10-12 km through green spaces mixed with escarpment viewpoints alongside impressive homes. Creativity and quirkiness provide interest! This walk is part of the Club Fit Frog Spring session of hikes and walks. Meet Place: Meet outside Made by Marcus Ice cream shop. Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional): Vintage coffee
Description: A flat start on paved paths follows the Bow River. The wildflower-covered terrain becomes earthy and hilly as you climb to fantastic views of the Rockies and river valley. This hike is part of the Spring session of hikes with Club Fit Frog. Meet Place: We meet at the official parking lot for Bowmont Natural […]
Description: We’ll zigzag our way from parkland to ridge-top, past the stunning abodes of Crescent Heights, and overlooking the cozy community of Sunnyside. Views of the Rockies, Calgary’s downtown core, and the Bow River are the treats on this outing. This walk is part of the Club Fit Frog Spring session. Meet Place: Meet at the […]
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: We'll walk from Fish Creek park across the Bow River to big views from Mountain Park. A drop back to the river valley leads to the Rotary Wetlands and a climb to the Cranston escarpment for more views. This hike is part of the Spring session of hikes with Club Fit Frog. Meet Place: […]
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 […]