Hike Description 5-8 Km Minimal Easy Botanical Gardens

Hike Distance Hike Elevn HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description km m RATING (Location) 5-8 km Minimal Easy Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs Calgary - NW City Park Meet and park in the parking lot by the baseball diamond – not the soccer field. to Silver Springs Falls We will walk through the botanical gardens followed by a walk to the Silver Springs waterfall next to the Bow River. 12 km Minimal Easy + Bow Valley Ranche - Mallard Point Calgary - SE City Park Head South on Bow Bottom Trail to Fish Creek Park and take the first right to the Bow Valley Ranche parking. We will head northeast along the river on a flat trail. Bald eagle sightings are common on this stretch. This is part of the Trans Canada Trail

8 km Minimal Easy Bow Valley Ranche - Osprey Calgary - SE City Park Head South on Bow Bottom Trail to Fish Creek Park and take the first right to the Refuge Bow Valley Ranche parking. We will hike west on a mostly flat trail, with a few hills to get the heart rate up. Beaver and Heron sightings are possible in the Spring!!

10-12 km Minimal Easy + Bowmont Park - Home Road Calgary - NW City Park Start at the parking lot on 52nd St NW (just off Home Road). We wil then head off towards Bowmont Park, cross the Stoney Trail Bridge and loop back through Bowness Park on the south side of the Bow River. 5-8 km Minimal Easy Bowmont Park-Shorter version Calgary - NW City Park Meet in the parking lot of Marantha Church at 2023 - 52nd St. N.W. We will follow a nice easy path along the Bow River, very pretty, great views of the river. We will return the same way. 10 km Minimal Easy Bowness - Baker Park Hike Calgary - City Park We will walk west along the Bow River to the Stoney trail underpass path. This gets us in Baker Park. Going east we bypass the old Nose Hill bridge into Bowness. Following the bike path we come to the railroad and pedestrian bridge crossing the Bow river which then will lead us back into Bowness Park.

10 km Minimal Easy Bowness Park Calgary - NW City Park Bowness Park is located on the Bow River, just downstream from the Bearspaw Dam. A nice loop can be done in a loop with no elevation gain. 10 km 110 m Easy Bowness Park - Valley Ridge Calgary - NW City Hike Bowness Park, located on the Bow River, is just downstream from the Bearspaw Dam. We proceed up the bike path into Valley Ridge. This takes a loop in Valley Ridge past the golf course. 8 km Minimal Easy Bowness Park - Baker Park Loop Calgary - NW City Park Walk west along the Bow River to Stoney bridge and cross over to Baker Park. After a side trip north into the gulley to Silver Springs Road, we’ll return over the pedestrian bridge to Bowness Park. 10 km Minimal Easy Carburn Park - Beaverdam Flats Calgary - SE City Park Two lovely parks to explore, connected by 4.5 km of riverside pathway.

10 km Minimal Easy Carburn Park - Sue Higgins Bridge Calgary - SE City Hike Easy walk on paved pathway. Follows the Bow River towards Fish Creek Park. We will cross at the Sue Higgins bridge in Douglasdale and return to the pond in Carburn Park for lunch. One good hill to do. N/A Minimal Easy City Pathway and River Cleanup Calgary Cleanup starts at 10 am - All participants will be credited with one hike.

8 km Minimal Easy Confederation Park Calgary - NW City Park Parking lot is on 10th St NW north of 20 Ave NW. Easy stroll through Confederation Park and historic Queens Park Cemetery. From there we will follow the bike path to the base of Nose Hill. 6 km minimal Confluence Park Calgary - NE City Park Confluence Park aka: West Nose Creek Park lies along both banks of West Nose Creek near its confluence with Nose Creek in the northeast part of the city. The park was created in the early 1990s and occupies about 73 hectares.

8 km 95 m - Easy Douglas Fir Trail Calgary - NW City Park Hike the south escarpment of the Bow River starting across from Point McKay. Undulating The trail leads along large fir trees, some estimated at over 400 years old! A few steep areas, but overall a nice walk. 15 km Minimal Easy Eau Claire - Inglewood Bird Calgary - Urban Hike Our most popular early season hike!! Meet at the east doors of the Eau Claire Y. Sanctuary A leisurely stroll along the Bow River pathway. Watch for birds, osprey often nest near the zoo. On our return stopping for refreshements at a location to be announced is an option.

8 km Minimal Easy Edworthy Park - Douglas Fir Trail Calgary - NW City Park We will start from the Parking Lot on the South side and hike up through the Douglas Fir Trail on the Westside Trail, to the dog run. 15 km Minimal Easy to Edworthy Park - Louise Bridge Calgary - NW City Park Meet at Angel's Cafe, just north of the Edworthy Bridge. From here we will head Moderate Loop east along the Bow River to the Louise Bridge, then return along the south-side pathway. 5-8 km Minimal Easy Edworthy Park – South Side Trail Calgary - NW City Park We will cross over the bridge to the other side of the Bow. Follow a nice easy path along the River, very pretty, great views of the river and Downtown Calgary. We will return the same way. 8 km Minimal Easy Edworthy Park -Crowchild Trail Calgary - NW City Park We will do a circuit around Edworthy Park. Starting by the foot bridge beside Loop Angle's Cafe, we walk east on the North Side of the Bow River along side of Memorial Drive. Using Crowchild Trail to get over the river we come back and follow the trail east on the S. Side of the river, crossing the train tracks along the way to the Pedistrian Bridge and our vehicles. Option to stop at Angel's for a treat afterward.

10 kms Minimal Easy Enmax Park to Pearce Estate Park Calgary Parking at the entrance to Enmax Park we will walk along the river crossing at the bridge to Patrick's Island. Walk through the Island to the N exit and continue along the Bow River (east side) into the Inglewood area & up to Pearce Estate Park. Walk through the park to the 17A Street Parking Lot and back through Inglewood, crossing at the McDonald Bridge back to Enmax Park. There is a wonderful little Ice Cream Stop convienently located at the end of the hike.

12 km Minimal Easy Fish Creek Park - Bankside Rotary Calgary - SE City Park From Bankside we will cross over the pedestrian bridge to the east side of the Park Bow River, then walk south along the river the McKenzie Golf Course, go under the 22X bridge to Rotary Park. We return along the west side of the river. Depending on time and inclination, there is the option of walking around Lafarge Meadows.

12 km Minimal Easy Fish Creek Park - Bebo Grove Calgary - SE City Park We will hike east from the Bebo Grove parking lot and do some exploring. Head south on 24th Street SW until you get to the parking lot in Fish Creek Park.

10 km Minimal Easy Fish Creek Park - East Calgary - SE City Park From Bankside we will cross the bridge to the ridge on the eastern shore, then head north. Enjoy great views of the Bow River, downtown Calgary and the mountains before crossing back over the Sue Higgins Bridge and heading back along the river. 10 km 100 m Easy Fish Creek Park - Trans Canada Calgary - SE City Park Drive south on Bow Bottom Trail, then east on 153 Ave and south into the Trail Burnsmead parking area. Explore a section of the Trans- Canada Trail through Fish Creek Park along the Bow River, and follow the higher route back along the bluff, with spectacular views of the Rockies!

8 km Minimal Easy Fish Creek Park West - Calgary - SE City Park Easy hike from Votier’s Flats to Bebo Grove and return. We will hike at an easy Votier’s Flats to Bebo Grove pace and will stop for a snack or early lunch.

16 km Minimal Easy- Mod Glenmore Reservoir Loop -Stating Calgary -SW City Hike Meet in the North Glenmore parking lot on 37 St. SW - Lakeview. Head towards at the Weaselhead parking lot. the Weaselhead on paved pathway. Watch for birds, deer and coyotes. At Glenmore Landing pick up a gourmet lunch at McDonalds or a latte at Starbucks. We will come back through Eagle Ridge, then alongside Rockyview Hospital grounds winding our way back to North Glenmore Park and our vehicles.

9 km Minimal Easy Glenmore Reservoir South Calgary -SW City Hike Another variation on walks along the gorgeous City Pathways of Calgary. From Sailing Club Dock hike along the south and then east lake shore past Heritage Park as far as Glenmore Trail and Rockyview Hospital lookout. Return same way. Perhaps lattes or hot chocolate at Glenmore Landing!

7 km Minimal Easy Griffith Woods Park – Discovery Calgary - SW City Park Griffith Woods Park – Discovery Ridge Along the banks of the Elbow River in the Ridge southwest part of the city lies Griffith Woods Park. From Sarcee Trail SW turn right onto Glenmore Trail, and left on Discovery Ridge Blvd SW, at roundabout stay on Discovery Ridge Blvd, and turn left on Discovery Ridge Link, this takes you right into parking lot.

7 to 10 km Undulating Easy McHugh Bluff starting at Crescent Calgary - NW City Hike Starting at the Crescent Heights High School parking lot we walk along the Bluff Heights High School towards the Centre St Bridge. Cross the Bridge and return along the riverbank through Prince's Island Park. We can cross at either the Peace Bridge or the LRT Pedestrian Path depending on concensous. We then follow along the LRT line till we get to the stairs behind Safeway climbing up into Crescent Heights. Follow the path back to our cars.

7 km Undulating Easy McHugh Bluff Trails starting at Calgary - NW City Hike We will take the stairs behind by Safeway up into Crescent Heights or walk to the Hillhurst steep stairs by the curling rink. We will follow the trails up and down the McHugh Bluff Trails. Our finishing route will depend on how we get to Crescent Heights. Both options are enjoyable and have some up and down. Accessible by C-Train or by car. Parking is free after 6pm.

5 km Minimal Easy Mckenzie Towne - Trad Trundle Calgary - Urban Hike An end-of-season, fun city-walk leaving from High Street in McKenzie Towne and circling Inverness Pond twice. Inverness Pond is a beautiful bird habitat in an otherwise urban setting, with over 50 different species living there. Hikers to meet at the pub in advance for refreshments and to return to the pub for additional sustenance and celebration of a great hiking season. A great walk, even for those most comfortable in the mountains.

6 km Minimal Easy North Glenmore Loop Calgary - SE City Park Walk starts from the Weaslehead Parking Lot on 66 AV and 37 St SW. Walk along the trail, going past the tennis courts, children’s playground and go down to the Calgary Canoe and rowing club and downhill to the floating dock for a short break. Hike continues for the next few blocks along the Calgary Lakeview Golf Course heading back to Weasle Head Parking lot on the 66 AV SW. 10 km 65 m Easy Nose Hill Park - Several Starting Calgary - NW City Park A vast expanse of prairie wilderness within the city, Nose Hill is the largest city Points depending on the Parking park in North America with 1,093 hectares of native fescue grasses, wildflowers, Lot Chosen. silverberry shrubs and occasional poplar groves. The trail has its ups and downs and the exact hike depends on the starting point.

8km Minimal Easy Parkhill Ridge to Stanley Park S Calgary Will walk up the hill, past the historic Rideau Towers, the tallest apartments in Calgary when built in 1955. Over to the Pioneer Club, through Princess Obolensky Park - along the ridge in Parkhill, down through Stanley Park and return.

6 -8 km 200 m plus Easy-Mod Paskapoo Slopes – East of Canada Calgary - NW City Hike Coming from the north end of town, as you enter Sarcee Trail S. there is a large Olympic Park gravel parking lot on the west side. If coming from the south, there is a turning lane from Sarcee Trail going west into the parking lot, this is before you cross over 16 Avenue NW. Paskapoo Slopes – East of Canada Olympic Park Between Sarcee Trail and COP lies a maze of trails called the Paskapoo Slopes. The Paskapoo Slopes are compared to the Nose Hill natural areas in terms of environmental significance. There is a wide variety of trail options as we head west towards Canada Olympic Park. Trails intermittently alternate between dense forest and open grassy areas.

8 kms Minimal Easy Pearce Estate Park & the Calgary Starting at the Pearce Estate parking lot at 17A Street SE, walk (west) towards Inglewood Bird Sanctuary the Bow Habitant Visitor Centre & the Livingston Fish Hatchery making your way to the "Bow River Pathway" Take routes to maximize the park experience. Head North and East on the "Bow River Pathway to the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, doing a loop through the park. On the reverse trip back, once at Pearce Estate Park go through the Duck's Unlimited Wetlands and enjoy the ponds in the park before returning to your vehicle.

10 km Minimal Easy Prince's Island Calgary - City Park Starting at the City Parkng Lot on Memorial Drive & 3rd St NW, directly across from Prince's Island. We will do a loop, go up the stairs to Lion Bridge, along the south side to Crowchild, cross to the north side and return to the park. 10.0 Minimal Easy Prince's Island to Lindsay Park Calgary - City Park Starting at the City Parkng Lot on Memorial Drive & 3rd St NW, directly across from Prince's Island, we go over the pedistrain bridge to the other side of Memorial Drive walking east towards the Calgary Zoo. Crossing the bridge at Patrick's Island (option to explore the island) we continue on towards Ft Calgary following the path we wind around to Enmax Park, through the back side of Stampede Park to get to Lindsay Park. From there, pick your way back through downtown to Prince's Island and back accross Memorial Drive the vehicles.

5 km - 9 km Minimal Easy Rockyridge - Bearspaw NW Calgary - NW City Hike This hike will follow the cycle/walking paths in Rockyridge, passing several ponds and giving great mountain views. A further 4 km would include an interesting nature walk in the Bearspaw area. Can be extended to 9 km, depending on group. 7.5 km 50 m Easy Sandy Beach - Rockview General Calgary - SW City Park We will do the Sandy Beach - Rockyview General Hospital circuit. Cross the Hospital suspension bridge, through Sandy Beach Park and up the 30 m river bank going past the gorgeous Calgary Golf Club & Water Works, over the Dam and Glenmore Highway. Finally through the winding undulating trail to the Rockview on the shores of Glenmore Lake. Nice views of the Elbow River Valley and Rockies along the way.

10 km Minimal Easy Sandy Beach - Fort Calgary - Calgary - SW City Park Follow 50th Ave SW down the hill below 14A St SW. We will walk through Stanley Vehicle Shuttle may be required Park, Lindsey Park, and around the Stampede Grounds. Then up Scotmans Hill and over to Fort Calgary where a car will return the drivers to Sandy Beach.

9 km 65 m Easy Sandy Beach, Elbow River Calgary - SW City We will walk east on the Elbow River Pathway from Sandy Beach, overlooking Pathway to Heritage Park Pathway the ravine surrounded by a colorful landscape of trees, river and a golf course for about 1.7km before we go over to Glenmore dam bridge and head towards Heritage park and have a lunch break. Most of the hike is on the water front with a scenic view. First break at the court yard of Rockyview Hospital on the Glenmore reservoir. Washroom facility available half way through the hike.

7.5 km Minimal Easy Stanley Park - Reader Rock Calgary - SW City Park Follow Elbow River to Reader Rock Garden. Meet at 42 Ave SW parking lot just Garden south east of Stanley Park Pool. 7.5 km 50 m Easy Stanley Park - Scotmans Hill Calgary - SW City Park Meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW & 1 Street SW - SE of the pool. We will walk along the Elbow River to Reader Rock Gardens. After smelling the flowers we will climb about 75 steps onto Scotmans Hill for the view.

7.5 km 50 m Easy Stanley Park to Glenmore Landing Calgary - SW City Park Meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW 1 Street SW - SE of the pool. We will walk upstream along the Elbow River through Stanley Park an area of gracious homes and cross the bridge to Sandy Beach. After smelling the flowers we will climb a sharp 35 meters up the hill to the Water Plant then an undulating stroll across the Dam, over the expressway, through Eagle Ridge past the Rocky View to Heritage Park, and Glenmore Landing. We will stop along the way for lunch with a view, or indulge in a latte or gourmet snack at Glenmore Landing 12 km Easy Twelve Mile Coulee Calgary - NW City Park A true Prairie Coulee in the northwest part of the city! Park at the end of Scandia Rise just off of Scenic Acres Drive NW. We will begin this wild walkabout to the Tuscany Hills as we dip into the coulee which runs parallel to Stoney Trail.

8 km Minimal Easy Valley Ridge Loop Calgary - NW City Park Starting at Baker Park, walk west towards Stoney Bridge, cross the Bow River and proceed up the bike path into Valley Ridge. This trail takes a loop in Valley Ridge past the golf course and comes down into Bowness Park and returns to Baker Park.

10 km Minimal Easy Weaselhead - Jackrabbit - Trails Calgary - SW City Park Down the hill, across the bridge, and turn west into Weaselhead Flats. A heavily forested area with meadows, oxbow lakes, and floodplains. Look for porcupines, muskrats, anemones, elephant head, and silverweed. Exact distance will depend on how much fun were having! 6 km Minimal Easy West Nose Creek Confluence Park Calgary - NE City Park Park at Beddington Trail and Beddington Blvd NE. A pleasant walk along paved and gravel pathways through grasslands and shrublands with geological landmarks. Hike Distance Hike Elevn HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description km m RATING (Location) 6 km 125 m Easy Aspen Loop Kananaskis Village A pleasant walk following XC ski trails through the varied forest near Kananaskis Village. Occasional damp meadows harbour some unusual plants and give wide-ranging views of the village and the Kananaskis Valley. 10 km Minimal Easy Big Elbow Trail Kananaskis -Elbow This is a flat trail down the valley to the Big Elbow camp grounds. A nice hike with mountain Headwaters scenery all around. 9.5 km 152 m Easy Bow Glacier Falls Icefields Parkway We head out along the shores of Bow Lake into the debris left behind by the retreating Bow Glacier, and then through a gorge to the falls, which drop 152 feet over a cliff from the foot of the glacier.

10 km Minimal Easy Bow Valley Provincial Park Seebe This provincial park lies near the confluence of the Kananaskis and Bow Rivers, off the TransCanada Hwy at the Seebe/Exshaw interchange. A popular Flower hike as wonderful flowers abound. 10 km 70 m Easy Canmore - Quarry Lake -Town Canmore A circuit around the town of Canmore on river and creek pathways. Climb up to Quarry Trails Lake for lunch, as we pass remains of old coal mines. 12 km Minimal Easy Carsland Dam - Wyndham Carsland Explore the Bow River downstream from Calgary. The park is located near the town of Park Carsland, about 50 km east of Calgary. Dam was built in 1910 to direct water to McGregor Lake for irrigation. Look for Pelicans in the area.

8 km 20 m Easy Cochrane Ranche to Bow Cochrane Meet at Cochrane Ranche parking lot just off Hwy 22 & Ranchhouse Road. Hike up to the River lookout to enjoy the panoramic view of the Rockies and the prairies. Then follow the trail down to the Bow River and return. May stop at Tim Hortons for coffee on the way back or go for ice cream in Cochrane.

6 km 65 m Easy Consolation Lakes Lake Louise Starting at Morraine Lake near Lake Louise, this is a short easy hike with outstanding alpine scenery around lakes. 8 km 150 m Easy Curly Sand Kananaskis A lovely ridge loop in the McLean Creek area of Kananaskis.

10 km Minimal Easy Dinosaur Provincial Park Brooks Exploratory hike, Set in the Red Deer River Badlands, the park encompasses 622 ha. Rich in paleontological deposits. Note: 3 hour drive. 6.5 km 70 m Easy Dry Island Buffalo Jump Trochu The trail is moderate in that it will cross some badland terrain. There is a spectacular view Provincial Park of the Red Deer River Valley, Albertas Grand Canyon, from the viewpoint before proceeding down to the rivers edge. From there we will hike into the grassland, badland resplendent with prairie wildflowers. Unique topography with good chance of finding fossilized bone

8.5 km 100 m Easy Elbow Falls to Paddy Flats Kananaskis - Elbow Start at Elbow Falls and walk along the Elbow River to Paddy Flats. River 5 km 150 m Easy Elbow Lake Highwood Pass After a quick 1.3 km climb to the lake turn right towards the campground and circle around Elbow Lake counter-clockwise, past the turnoff to Rae Glacier and cross the infant Elbow to the west shore with its fabulous views. NOTE: If Hike says Elbow Lake & Beyond add 10 km, a creek crossing and additional 50m elevation.

9 km 150 m Easy Elbow Valley - Riverview Loop Kananaskis - Elbow Start from Paddy-s Flat west of Allen Bill Pond. Cross Hwy 66 to the Elbow Valley Trail, River which climbs through meadows and pine forest. Descend and return via the River View Trail south of the highway. 6 km 290 m Easy+ Ford Knoll Hill Elbow Valley- From Forgetmenot Pond will do a loop northeast of the Little Elbow campground area. Nice Confluence of Little view from Ford’s Knoll. and Big Elbow

7 km 215 m Easy+ Fullerton Loop Kananaskis - Elbow This is a moderate climb up to Ranger Ridge; great views west and south overlooking Allen River Bill Pond and the Elbow Valley. 6 km Minimal Easy Glenbow Ranch Provincial Cochrane Undulating terrain and from 4k upward. Distance and elevation gain differ depending on Park trail taken. This part of this Park is still a working ranch on the banks of the Bow. The railway also runs through this area. 6 km 201 m Easy+ Deer Ridge Sibbald Creek Trail Deer Ridge is a double-headed hill over looking Sibbald Creek Trail (Hwy 68) west of Powderface Trail Junction. Excellent views from the ridge. 4 km 244 m Easy+ Grassi Lakes Canmore On this lovely little hike look for rock paintings on wall above upper lake. At the top there is now a boardwalk and stairs to allow easy access to the edge of the upper reservoir. Afterwards a side trip into Canmore for a drink or ice cream may be called for.

5 km Minimal Easy Grotto Canyon Exshaw A little west of Exshaw on 1A Hwy there is Grotto Canyon; an interesting limestone canyon with Native Pictographs 9 km 100 m Easy Heart Creek to Grotto Canyon Lac des Arcs Two separate short hikes combined for a wonderful longer hike. The Heart Creek interpretive trail takes you to a waterfall that can be heard, but not easily seen. Look for Indian rock paintings in Grotto Canyon. 7 km Minimal Easy Hogarth Lakes Kananaskis - Smith- Start from the Burstall Pass parking lot. Loop around three small lakes and return past Mud Dorrien Lake. Enjoy a pleasant day. 10 km 150 m Easy Horse Thief Canyon Drumheller Legend has it that horses would disappear into the canyons along the Red Deer River and would later reappear carrying a different brand. Hence the name Horse Thief Canyon. We will also tour around and visit the Rosedale Suspension Bridge.

7 km 50 m Easy Horseshoe Dam Seebe The trail starts at the former village of Seebe. From there it follows the south rim of the Bow River heading east to the Horseshoe Dam. We return the same way. Nice views all around. Bring your binoculars and watch for bald eagles. 9 km 140 m Easy Jumpingpound Loop Sibbald Creek Trail This delightful trail off the Sibbald Creek Trail (Hwy 68) has two distinct sections; the high line north of the highway and the river route to the south. A pleasant foothills setting for a great day. 3 km Minimal Easy King Creek & Kananaskis Kananaskis Two short interpretive hikes for the price of one! King Creek trail is just off Hwy. 40 at the Canyon Kananaskis Lakes turnoff, and Kananaskis Canyon is just off the Smith-Dorrien road a short distance away. The canyon is particularly pretty. 6.6 km 240 m Easy Lake OHara-Lake Oesa Lake O'Hara, Yo-Ho The trail begins on the Lake O'Hara Shoreline Trail near the eastern end of the lake and National Park - BC ascends a number of switchbacks to the top of a cliff at the end of the lake. Above the cliff, cross wide talus and scree slopes swept clear by avalanches every year. After passing through a stunted forest, climb over several steep, rocky outcrops on stone steps built by Lawrence Grassi. Just past the top of the steps is the trailhead for the Yukness Ledge Alpine Route, and Lake Victoria. The Lake Oesa Trail continues from this junction through delicate meadows enclosed by copper-coloured quartzite cliffs and at several points along the way, tiny pools of Oesa Creek are visible below to the right. Finally, after climbing to the top of a short grassy slope, the trail passes through a trough cut in solid bedrock to the tilted rock slabs which contain Lake Oesa. The Wiwaxy Gap/Huber Ledges Alpine Route joins the trail from the north just before the lake.

7 km Minimal Easy Marble Canyon and Paint Pots Banff Naional Park Marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. On the way back to the cars, the Paint Pot Trial can be found on your right. This area is approx two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow. Rtn the same way

6 km Minimal Easy Marl Lake and Canyon Kananaskis Located east of Lower Kananaskis Lake, this is an easy walk along a paved interpretive trail through pine forest to a pale green lake with a spectacular backdrop. Apart from waterfowl, you may be lucky enough to spot moose and other ungulates. 7 km Minimal Easy Okotoks Pathway Okotoks Just south of Calgary is the town of Okotoks which has developed an extensive system of pathways winding through the Sheep River Valley. Come spend a day exploring this picturesque parkland.

4 km Minimal Easy Ole Buck Loop Sibbald Creek Trail A lovely little fall hike, and just a short drive from the city. From the Sibbald Lake campground the trail climbs onto a spur of Ole Buck Mountain, giving views of the entire Sibbald Lake area.

14 km Minimal Easy Porcupine Creek - North Fork Kananaskis - This is a rocky trek up an open and basically dry creek bed to a narrow canyon with mossy Barrier Lake banks and a lovely lunch spot. For those wishing to go further, there is what Gillean Daffern calls a 'jaw dropping' second canyon further up, but basically impassible unless you have a wet suit or hip waders!

12 km 200 m Easy Powderface Creek - Prairie Kananaskis - Elbow Head up Powderface Creek, turning right at Powderface-Prairie Link Trail. Hike over the Creek Loop River ridge to Prairie Creek Trail and head back, completing the loop. This is a beautiful hike with views of Powderface and Prairie Mountain, meadows, river canyon, and beautiful views of the ridge above Prairie Creek

5 km 210 m Easy Ptarmigan Cirque Kananaskis - Hike up from Highwood Pass into the bowl of Ptarmigan Cirque. Observe flora, fauna and Highwood Pass geologic features. 7 km 380 m Easy Ptarmigan Cirque and Elbow Kananaskis - You've driven all this way and want a little more hike for your gas dollar. Do two lovely Lake Highwood Pass short hikes in one day. First hike into a beautiful alpine cirque watching for bighorns, then follow with a nice stroll around a gorgeous blue lake. 9.3 km 330 m Easy Ranger Ridge Bragg Creek Starting at the West Bragg Creek Provincial Park parking lot, head south across the Bragg Creek bridge and start up the steep trail in front. A long steady climb leads to the summit of Ranger Summit. Halfway up the climb, there's a great viewpoint where you can see everything from West Bragg area to Moose Mountain. We will keep climbing to the top where we will find Baruchs Corner, to a great lunch spot. A great overlook of the Banded Peak group complete with rock slab lounge chairs. 7 km 150 m Easy Ribbon Creek to Kananaskis Kananaskis - Follow Ribbon Creek for 2.5km, then left onto XC ski trails winding uphill to views of Ribbon Village Ribbon Creek Peak, Mt Sparrowhawk and Mt Allen showing the Centennial Ridge in profile. Loop downhill to Kananaskis Village for treats! There are some ups and downs.

5.4 km 153 m Easy Running Rain Lake Highwood Pass This is a well-used anglers trail to a fishing pond. Notwithstanding three very shallow creek crossings, it’s a rather nice walk to a larch cirque below the Elk Range. Running Rain Lake is magnificently located at the dead end of the valley. 7 km 80 m Easy Sandy McNabb Hills Kananaskis - Sheep This hike is located just downstream of Sandy McNabb Recreation Area in Kananaskis River Country west of TurnerValley. We will hike up to the first summit of the High Noon Hills and then down to cross Prairie Creek. This may involve a sort, shallow wade if we can not find a dry crossing point. From there we will hike up onto a beautiful ridge system that gives wonderful views of the foothills and mountains as well as the Sheep River. We will hike west on this ridge to the over look of the Sandy McNabb recreation area. At this point we will descend off the ridge along a forested trail back to the highway and our cars.

12 km 215 Easy Spray River Loop Banff Parking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the culmative Banff Spring Hotel, we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over meters the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulative

5 km 336 m Easy Stoneworks Canyon Canmore Stoneworks Canyon is the gorge immediately west of Mt Lady McDonald. The going is flat and easy. Watch for tunnels of water-worn rocks and some rock-climbers cliffs. 4.2 km 200 m Easy+ Stoney Squaw Banff This hike will give you a most lasting and complete impression of the real Banff and surroundings. Start at Mt. Norquay ski parking lot, hike moderately steady uphill through beautiful lodgepole pine and spruce to a view point of Banff, Mt. Rundle, Sulphur, the Bow Valley and the Sundance Range. A little farther on a knob at the end of the trail you will see the south face of Cascade Mountain.

10 km 190 m Easy Sundance Canyon Banff Starting from the Cave & Basin in Banff, follow the road for a few kilometers to the canyon trail behind Sulphur Mountain. Nice canyon and mountain views. 10 km 50 m Easy &/or Sunshine Meadows Banff Taking a Brewster Bus (Bring bus fare) to the Meadows we set down at a lush alpine rock Moderate garden with an incredible variety of wildflowers. We will hike the Garden Loop then decide which other trail(s) to take. This hike can be broken into two groups: Easy & Moderate if there are enough people who know the trials. Total elevation will vary depending on what route(s) you take.

10 km 100 m Easy Terrace Trail to Troll Falls Kananaskis Valley Starting on the Terrace Link Trail towards the Troll Falls trail having lunch at the falls and return on the Hay Meadows Trail. 4.1 km 65 m Easy Troll Falls Kananaskis - An easy loop following XC ski trails through forest, meadow, and the bank of the Ribbon Creek Kananaskis River. Troll Falls is delightful during spring runoff. Treats at Kananaskis Village afterwards.

3 km 260 m Easy Tryst Lake Kananaskis - Smith- Start from side road off Watridge Lake logging road. Hike on flat road for 1.6 km . Turn off Dorrien at first trail marker. Steep but short hike, some creek crossings can be dryshod, terrific flowers.

6 km Minimal Easy Turner Valley to Black Turner Valley Walk along paved path from Turner Valley to Black Diamond, explore local greenhouse Diamond and bakery treats, then walk back. 7 km 60 m Easy Upper Kananaskis Lake. East Kananaskis Lakes Hike along the eastern shore of this large reservoir. You can imagine yourself by an ocean Shore inlet when strong westerly winds are blowing whitecaps onto the rugged shore.

8 km 50 m Easy Watridge Lake Kananaskis - Mount A three hundred sixty degree view of the mountain peaks greets you at the Mount Shark Shark parking area. From the parking lot we follow an old logging road (turned into summer hiking trail & winter XCountry ski trail) to Watridge Lake. We can follow the lake shore to the west side and lunch looking unto Tent Ridge.

8 km Minimal Easy Widowmaker Kananaskis - From Barrier Lake Information Centre head to Widowmaker trail head. Trail follows Barrier Lake Kananaskis River. A most interesting event can be watched around 11 AM when the Barrier Lake Dam is opened up & one can see the Kananaskis River rise quickly. Then we head to Barrier Lake to make the total hike 8-10 km.

5 km Minimal Easy Widowmaker. Kananaskis - From Barrier Lake Information Centre head to Widowmaker trail head. Trail follows the Does not include Barrier Lake Barrier Lake Kananaskis River. A most interesting event can be seen around 11 a.m. when the Barrier Lake dam is opened and the Kananaskis River rises quickly. It’s fun to watch the many kayakers on the river. Rtn the same way

9 km 200 m Easy Zephyr Creek Kananaskis - Start at the Sentinel Recreation Area. Cross the Highwood River (bring water crossing East Highwood footwear), below Mt. Burke. This is an easy, educational stroll to native pictographs and petroglyphs in Painted Canyon. Hike Hike Elevn HIKE RATING HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description Distance m (Location) km 10 km 190 m Easy-Mod Boom Lake Castle Junction An easy trek to a beautifully formed and exceptionally clear body of water, backed to the south by a massive 600m limestone wall and to the west by glacier-mantled Chimney Peak. 12 km 295 m Easy-Mod Braggin Rights-Reconnect-Long West Bragg Braggin Rights-Reconnect-Long Distance Loop, West Bragg Creek This is a Distance Loop Creek multi-use trails in the West Bragg Creek area. The trail starts through old growth pine forests and tight poplars, with low angle hills allowing for an easy hike with great viewpoints of the Rockies.

10 km 250 m Easy-Mod Brown - Lowery Provincial Park Priddis Hike through a lovely preserve of old-growth Spruce and Aspen forest near Millarville. Low-lying areas support wetland vegetation in a series of marshes. The 228 ha. park was donated by Home Oil in the 1960s and is named for two pioneers of Albertas oil pioneers.

14 km 381 m Easy-Mod Bryant Creek Kananaskis - Follow the Upper Canyon Creek exploration road. After 2km, turn north up a Elbow sizable tributary to the east of Mt. Bryant. The dry, stony creek bed offers easy Headwaters traveling. Will descend a grassy draw to the lakeshore. 10 km 300 m Easy-Mod Cat Creek Kananaskis- An area originally used as a local source of coal - with 4 sites still visible. As Highwood Pass well an elk corral used for tagging purposes and a couple of small waterfalls. This will be an easy to moderate exploratory hike as we will reach some of the grassy ridges via the south approach without going around the alder infested trails. We will spend an enjoyable day exploring this interesting area.

10 km 315 m Easy-Mod Chester Lake Kananaskis - The trail to this gorgeous, jade-coloured lake starts off on a logging road, then Smith-Dorrien winds through forest and across meadows below Mt Chester. We should have lots of time to relax and enjoy the scenery at our lunch spot. 12 km 400 m Easy-Mod Chester Lake - Elephant Rocks Kananaskis - The trail to this gorgeous, jade-coloured lake starts off on a logging road, then Smith-Dorrien winds through forest and across meadows below Mt Chester - we will go on a short ide trip to the Elephant Rocks. The extra 2 km is included in total distance.

8 - 10 km 200 m plus Easy-Mod Cross Conservation Area Priddis Cross Conservation Area. This area is a beautiful park. It was purchased and donated by the Cross family for the enjoyment of everyone. Nice hike spring, summer or fall. Distance hiked can vary depending on weather and conditions. There are a number of gently rolling hills that go up & down. There is now a $2 charge per person to help offset the costs of maintaining the trails--so bring a toonie.

16 km 200 m Easy-Mod Elbow Lake and Beyond Kananaskis - Choice of 14 km or 16 km. After a quick 1.3 km climb to the lake, follow the Highwood Pass lake shore and gently downhill for approx. 6 km towards the upper reaches of the Elbow and Sheep Rivers. Pretty views all around. There is one creek crossing.

8 km 305 m Easy-Mod Emerald Basin Yoho, BC Emerald Basin, in Yoho National Park, is a study in contrasts. The trail leads you through a lush coastal rainforest, a parched alluvial fan, a towering subalpine forest and a dramatic glacial cirque. The Basin is home to yellow- bellied sapsuckers. 7 km 253 m Easy-Mod Foran Grade Ridge Kananaskis - Named for Bill Foran, this trail starts at the Sandy McNabb parking lot, and Sheep River then it heads through Aspen woodlands and mountain meadows near the Sheep River west of Turner Valley. 8 km 225 m Easy-Mod Fullerton Loop Kananaskis - Fullerton Loop - An easy hiking classic with great views of the mountains to Elbow River the west and the Allen Bill Recreational Area - formally Allen Bill Pond which was destroyed as a pond during the 2013 Floods. 7 km 150 m Easy-Mod Heart Creek and Beyond Lac des Arcs Follow Heart Creek Interpretive trail to falls. From bottom of falls there is a short and steep but manageable trail to get above the falls; continue along creek to a narrow slot canyon and backcountry campsite for lunch. Continue up another short and steep trail to a viewpoint above slot canyon with magnificent views of surrounding mountains and valley

16 km N/A Easy-Mod Hidden Lake Kananaskis - We follow the Upper Kananaskis lakeshore past Rawson Lake with views of Upper Lake Mt Sarail and Mt Indefatigable. We turn south to follow a trail to Hidden Lake.

12 km 150 m Easy-Mod Horseshoe Canyon Drumheller Enjoy this unique exploratory hike into the Badlands. Extreme erosion of soft clay valley walls and carved rounded mounds on layered sediments. Many unofficial trails lead to canyon bottom. Bring water!! 9 km 259 m Easy-Mod James Walker Creek Kananaskis - Named for Colonel James Walker, this return day hike takes you through the Smith-Dorrien K-Country forest to a small lake, with a gradual gain of nearly 260 m. Easy- Moderate hike using ski - snowshoe trails to access the valley. Then walk along logging road to a game trail that leads to lake. Surrounded by woods and meadows.

12 km 300 m Easy-Mod Johnston Canyon - Ink Pots Castle Junction This is probably the most popular tourist trail in Banff Park, and for good reason; the narrow canyon with its many cascades and waterfalls is a natural wonder. We continue on to the scenic Ink Pots for our lunch stop, with time to enjoy the setting before heading back.

7 km 262 m Easy-Mod Jura Creek Exshaw The trail follows the Kananaskis River. A most interesting event can be watched around 11 a.m. when the Barrier Lake dam is opened and one can see the Kananaskis River rise very quickly. It’s also fun to watch the many kayakers on the river. Take good supporting footwear for the boulders, and water-friendly footwear for the crossings

6 km 300 m Easy-Mod Marmot Creek Waterfalls Kananaskis- A series of 8 waterfalls above Troll Falls; some stream hopping, one very Nakiska steep but manageable path to get above Troll Falls; then a well trodden trail along a series of waterfalls coming out at the Olympic Chair at Nakiska then back to the cars along Skogan and Ruthie-s trail. Very picturesque, bring your cameras! Exact distance is 5.4 km.

7 km 355 m Easy-Mod Mockingbird Lookout Waiparous Popular hike on the fire road. Several switchbacks to lookout. Views of Valley Blackrock and Moose Mountains with Calgary on the horizon. Some steep sections, but not too difficult. 9.6 km 270 m Easy-Mod Pine Woods Loop and Ole Buck Loop Sibbald Trail Two delightful loop hikes in the Sibbald Creek are just a short drive from the city. There should be plenty of flowers and nice views. 8 km 305 m Easy-Mod Rawson Lake Kananaskis Starting along the Upper Kananaskis Lake circuit, the trail briefly climbs Lakes steeply as you make your way to a beautiful jade lake under Mt. Sarrail. We should see lots of wildflowers possibly mixed with snow. 2.3 km 300 m Easy-Mod Tunnel Mountain Banff Most people just drive past Tunnel Mountain without realizing there is a nice hike up to the top which affords great views - just be careful of those cliff edges. 10 km 50 m Easy-Mod Upper Kananaskis Lake Kananaskis We will hike 3/4 of the lakeshore, starting at Interlakes and ending at Upper Lakes Lake parking (short car shuttle required). Lots of waterfalls, a huge rock slide area, unique underground springs, and magnificent mountains all around.

16 km 50 m Easy-Mod Upper Kananaskis Lake Circuit Kananaskis A beautiful hike around the upper lake. Start at the Upper Kananaskis Lake Lakes parking lot. Enjoy Sarrail Creek Falls, Kananaskis Falls, and an endless variety of views. Each shore is totally different. 14 km 100 m Easy-Mod Waterfall Valley Kananaskis - Follow Junction Creek to a lovely 3-tier waterfall. The ONLY tricky part of this Sheep River delightful hike is crossing the Sheep River at the outset so bring some water crossing footwear. 9.5 km 120 m Easy-Mod Watridge Lake - Karst Spring Kananaskis - Easy walk through the forest to one of the largest springs in North America. Mount Shark You also get great lake views and a nice lunch spot to boot. Hike Distance Hike Elevn HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description km m RATING (Location) 6 km 275 m Mod Arethusa Cirque Kananaskis - Upper Arethusa cirque is a beautiful hike with many larch. Their are fantastic Highwood views of the Elk Range and Continental Divide. It requires a short steep ascent into the cirque. Wander, off trail, at the top of cirque and loop back thru meadows, following stream back.

4 km 275 m Mod Blueberry Hill Kananaskis Challenging spur of Elk Pass leads to superlative view overlooking both Lower Kananaskis Lakes. Narrow, twisting trail. 12 km 625 m Mod Bluerock Creek Kananaskis From the Sheep River Valley, climb to the stunning meadows on the Sheep River southeast ridge of Bluerock Mountain, where you look down into the headwaters of Bluerock Creek. Lots of lovely views to enjoy. 10 km 300m Mod Bob’s Creek Whaleback Several ups and downs with no clearly defined trails but will be going over & under fences and may have some creek crossings - so bring water footwear

16 km 472 m Mod Burstall Pass Kananaskis -Smith-Dorrien Follow an old logging road through the forest, then cross the flats. An area of braided streams before climbing into the high country. Outstanding views of Robertson glacier!! Bring a water friendly footwear for crossing the flats.

8 km 455 m Mod C Level Cirque Banff A short hike into an attractive cirque along the road to Lake Minnewanka. Hike past defunct coal mine, then into woods to some old buildings and a view of the lake. Continue through forest to a small cirque with more great views.

14 km 220 m Mod Canyon Creek Ice Caves Elbow Valley This hike consists of two distinct sections, the first section follows the road up to Canyon Creek between the cliffs of Moose and Prairie Mountain. The second section is short & steep which follows a scenic trail across a scree slope to the ice caves at the bottom of Moose Mountain. No Entry into the ice caves

14 km 555 m Mod Chester Lake - 3 Lakes Valley Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien Start up steeply inclined logging roads to this jade-coloured lake, one of the gems of K-Country. The 3 lakes valley above takes us into wild alpine terrain. 16 km 460 m Mod Commonwealth Creek Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien An easy walk along an old logging road near Mt. Engadine Lodge, then a gentle climb along Commonwealth Creek to a grassy meadow below THE FIST. If time allows, we can sidetrack to a waterfall coming down from Commonwealth Peak

12 km 200 m Mod Dyson Falls - Green Mountain Kananaskis - Sheep River Easy walk from Indian Oils to Dyson Falls. Cross Dyson Creek. Bring waterfriendly footwear and continue with easy walk to base of Green Mountain. Then ALL the elevation gain is in one steep section. Wonderful views, ridge walk, and interesting rock formations.

15 km 250 m Mod Eagle Hill Sibbald Creek Trail Start from Sibbald Lake day use area. Walk through meadows and forest, 350 climbing steadily to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Bow Valley. A culmative cumulative elevation of 350 m. 11.2 km 370 m Mod Eiffel Lake Moraine Lake The famous Valley of the Ten Peaks surrounding Moraine Lake is seen to its best advantage on the way to Eiffel Lake. All the elevation is at the begining of the trail.All ten summits, each over 10,000 feet high, loom over the Wenkchemna glacier below. Note - this hike may require a minimum of 6 hikers.

15 km 350 m Mod Fossil Falls Kananaskis - Upper Follow the south shore of Upper Kananaskis Lake for 5.3km, then head left to Hidden Lake. Follow the shore to the south end, then climb along Aster Creek to Fossil Falls - so named because of the many fossils in the area.

10 km 385 M Mod Giant Steps Lk Louise / Paradise Valley Reached by going up towards Morrain Lake. Starting at the Paradise Valley Trail Head the first 3 kms of this hike is in the trees. The trail to Lk Annette branches to the left at the 5 km mark but we will keep to the right walking along Paridise Creek and go on towards the Giant Steps. We can go further to Horsehoe Meadow or enjoy the rocks at the Giant Steps for lunch. Note - this hike may require a minimum of 6 hikers.

9 km 500 m Mod Grass Pass Kananaskis - East Highwood If you love meadows and Limber pines, this is the walk for you. The trail climbs steadily up an old exploration road to the pass below the Bull Creek Hills. Optional return via the scenic ridge to the west above Gunnery Creek.

11 km 454 m Mod Gypsum Mine Trail Kananaskis Upper Walk up Old Exploration Road to the abandoned gypsum quarry not far from Mount Indefatigable. The road winds up the north ridge of Mount Invincible through a gap to the quarry site. 14 km 450 m Mod Headwall Lakes Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien From the Chester Lake parking lot the trail heads east along an old logging road and across Headwall Creek. Then follow the creek up to these two pretty alpine lakes. The Fortress and Mt. James Walker loom above.

14 km 550 m Mod Helen Lake Lake Louise Start with a steady climb through the trees to the subalpine zone where the trail opens into meadows with superb views. Then optional switchbacks beyond the lake lead to views of the Dolomite Creek valley.

9 km 573 m Mod Hells Ridge Kananaskis - East Highwood Exploratory ridge walk. Starts in Etherington Creek south end and the north end is at the Highwood Junction. The ridge runs north and south. Fantastic views and easy hiking. 12 km 380 m Mod Hummingbird Plume Hill Kananaskis Valley From the Ribbon Creek parking lot there is a gradual climb to an old lookout on Hummingbird Plume Hill. The lookout itself is an old shack - which contains carved initials from German POWs interned at Camp 130 who were salvaging timber from a fire in 1936.

15 km 396 m Mod Indian Oils Trail Kananaskis - Sheep River Nice hike through trees and meadows to high point overlooking Gorge Creek. Pleasant lunch spot with time to relax and take in the scenery. Then an unhurried return to the parking lot. 15 km 625 m Mod Jewell Pass - Prairie View Kananaskis Valley Start at the Barrier Lake day area. Go around lake to woods and start climbing up to the pass. Follow trail onto the ridge and make for the lookout. 15 km 610 m Mod Jumpingpound South Ridge Kananaskis - Powderface Starting from Canyon Creek, hike up the ridge through forest and open Trail areas. Great views. Go back the same way or down Summit Trail and return along the road to the parking lot. 9 km 417 m Mod Jumpingpound Summit & North Kananaskis - Jumpingpound The hike will begin by climbing up the summit trail. After enjoying the Ridge panoramic view from the summit, which includes Moose Mountain, we follow the ridge to the north and descend to the Powderface Trail at Lusk Creek. A car shuttle will be required.

16 km 450 m Mod Kananaskis Lookout Kananaskis - Peter This will be a loop hike using a combination of trails to a fire lookout. Lougheed Provincial Park Ascend from Boulton Creek via Fox Creek Trail to Fire Lookout and descend via Whiskey Jack Trail. Views are limited as this is a forest hike but it can de done in inclement weather or when there is some Snow on the ground.

5 km 175 m Mod King Creek to the Sacred - Stoney - Kananaskis King Creek trail is just off Hwy. 40 at the Kananaskis Lakes turnoff. The Trees trail is no longer maintained, it is rocky and has rocks to go over and many creek crossings.YOUR FEET MAY GET A BIT WET up the King Creek Canyon to the forks. Climb a fairly steep grassy slope at the end. Follow along the top to the left and we willl find the Sacred Trees of the Stoneys. Bring a sense of adventure on this hike as it can be challenging.

18 km 100 m Mod Lake Minnewanka Shoreline Trail Banff From the boat concession gate the trail crosses the Stewart Canyon 300 m bridge, then parallels the shoreline to the Alymer Pass Trail. Rtn'd the Culmative same way. For Alymer Lookout - see info under "Difficult" due to overall distance.

12 km 470 m Mod Lake Rae Kananaskis - Highwood From Hwy 40 follow the trail to scenic Elbow Lake. Continue on towards Pass Tombstone Lakes, then turn right along the Sheep Trail and climb to this exquisite lake set in a larch meadow between Tombstone and Cougar Mountains. Lovely hiking through open country.

6.4 km 350 m Mod Larch Valley Lake Louise/ Moraine Lake Larch Valley is at its most exquisite at this time of the year. A steep, but Area easy hike up to the Larches and Lake Minnestima! Going up to Sentinel Pass pushes this hike to moderate/difficult (add an extra 250 meters elevation gain over 1.5 kms) but is well worth the extra push if time & weather permits. Note - this hike may require a minimum of 6 hikers.

7 km 400 m Mod Little Highwood Pass Kananaskis - East Highwood From the Highwood Pass parking area on Hwy 40, this scenic trail heads westward and upward to picturesque Pocaterra Cirque. Then climb steeply up talus slopes to the col and a nice lunch spot below Pocaterra Ridge.

12 km 350 m Mod Little Whaleback- Bobs Creek The Whaleback-Oldman Gently rolling hills with lots of uphills and downhills. Livingstone Range on River the West and Waterton-Chief mountain to the South east. Native grasslands with the ridges covered in Douglas Fir & Limber Pine. One of the special places in southern Alberta. Due to the special nature of this hike, we are limited to a maximum of 15 participants 5 km + 400 m Mod Mesa Butte or Square Butte West of Millarville The hike is on a south facing slope and should be snow free early in May. There is an option for more distance and ridge wandering depending on the group. 10 km 625 m Mod Mist Creek - Picklejar Creek Loop Kananaskis - East Highwood From Hwy 40 follow the Mist Creek Trail, then turn right towards Mist Ridge. Bear right again, climbing to a ridge which offers views of Mist Mountain, Plateau Mountain and more. From the col, descend and return via Picklejar Creek.

14 km 670 m Mod Moose Mountain Kananaskis - East Elbow This is one of the classic hikes in the Elbow Valley. It starts with a walk Brokeback Mountain 1 downhill from the Moose Mountain Road, then traverses to a switchback up to the first summit. The final climb to the lookout is a bit narrow and steep. Great views of Jumpingpound Summit, Frontal Ranges and Prairies. . Be prepared to share the first part of trail with Mountain bikers.

9 km 238 m Mod Nihahi Creek Kananaskis - Elbow Valley From the Little Elbow campground follow the Little Elbow Trail, then turn right along Nihahi Creek. Impressive slot canyon and good views of Nihahi Ridge and Mount Fullerton. Trail includes some steep sections with scree scrambling through the canyon. 7 km 518 m Mod Paget Lookout Lake Louise Located right on the Great Divide the old Paget fire lookout boasts some impressive views. The trail winds its way up through a varied subalpine forest and across avalanche paths ending high above the valley.

11 km 475 m Mod Picklejar Lakes Kananaskis - Upper These are four beautiful paternoster lakes in a series of natural bowls. A bit Highwood of a slog up to the pass and down to the lakes for lunch. Then you have to climb back up over the pass before descending back to the parking lot.

16 km 564 m Mod Piper Creek Kananaskis - Elbow Lake A hike up a long valley off the Little Elbow Trail just past Elbow Lake. Through meadows and willow bush hike up the valley past two tarns to the pass. 13 km 365 m Mod Plain of the Six Glaciers Lake Louise Very scenic and historic hike along lakeshore. Come for views of Mt Victoria, Mt. LeFroy, LeFroy Glacier and the Mitre etc. Enjoy a nice cup of tea at the teahouse. 10 km 300 m Mod Plateau Mountain Kananaskis - South This is a wonderful ecological reserve; Plateau Mountain is unique in the Highwood Canadian Rockies as the sole nunatuk during the last Ice Age. Walk on alpine tundra wit12h 360 views. Dress for windy conditions. 13 km 640 m Mod Powderface Ridge Kananaskis - Elbow River This is a great ridge walk! Starting at the turnoff near the Little Elbow Campground we ascend 640 m to Powderface Ridge, returning the same way. No car shuttle when using this route

10 km 440 m Mod Powderface Ridge - Kananaskis - Powderface This is a great ridge walk! If starting at Powderface Trail and hiking up to Powderface Trail Start Point Trail the Powderface Pass & Ridge there is 200 less elevation. Rtn'd the same way 13 km 440 Mod Powderface Ridge Traverse - Kananaskis - Elbow River This is a great ridge walk! Starting at Powderface Trail and hiking up to Powderface Trail Start Point the Powderface Pass & Ridge gives us 200 less elevation. We then continue south towards the turnoff near the Little Elbow Campgrounds which will require a car shuttle. If you don't want a car shuttle then we can begin & end at the turnoff near the Little Elbow Campground and up the 640 meter climb, returning the same way

9 km 555 m Mod Rae Glacier Kananaskis - Elbow Lake A short hike past Elbow Lake. Considered to be the eastern most glacier in K-Country.

18 km 450 m Mod Rae Lake Kananaskis - Elbow Lake Start at Elbow Parking lot and climb to Elbow Lake continue east on good road then veer south for cutoff to Sheep River Trail heading north at cairn towards Rae Lake you follow a creek. To return you do some bushwacking.

10 km 330 m Mod Ranger Ridge - West Bragg Creek West Bragg Creek Ranger Ridge - West Bragg Creek Starting at the West Bragg Creek Provincial Park parking lot, head south across the Bragg Creek bridge and start up the steep trail which takes us to the summit of Ranger Summit. Halfway up the climb, there's a great viewpoint where you can see everything from West Bragg area to Moose Mountain. We will keep climbing to the top where we will find Baruch's Corner, we can have lunch hear. A great overlook of the Banded Peak group complete with rock slab lounge chairs.

13 km 675 m Mod Rawson Lake To Sarrail Ridge Kananaskis Lakes Starting along the Upper Kananaskis Lake circuit, the trail briefly climbs steeply as you make your way to a beautiful jade lake under Mt. Sarrail. From the far end of the lake, climb 365 m to a grassy ridge overlooking Upper Kananaskis Lake.

22 km 350 m Mod Ribbon Creek Falls Kananaskis -Ribbon Creek This hike is long but relatively easy. It starts at Ribbon Creek Hostel parking lot and follows the Ribbon Creek Valley, hemmed in by steep cliffs for most of the 11 km to the falls. For the greater part, the trail is in the trees with occasional creek and mountain views.

22 km 311 m Mod Ribbon Falls Kananaskis Valley This popular trail follows the spectacular Ribbon Creek Valley, hemmed in by steep cliffs. At the 10 km mark the trail switch-backs steeply to a rocky overlook of the falls, a view that rewards our efforts. 10 km 350 m Mod Rummel Lake Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien Starting opposite the access to Mt. Engadine Lodge, the trail climbs steeply up across a large cutback. Once into the forest though, it is a beautiful walk to the lake - named after Baroness Lizzie Rummel. The setting is spectacular.

16 km 560 m Mod Sentinel Pass and Peak Kananaskis - Livingstone Hike along a forestry road between Plateau Mountain and Hailstone Butte for 4 km, then branch off across pleasant meadows and climb steadily to the pass and ridge. Marvelous views of Mt. Burke to the north, Raspberry Ridge to the west and Chain Lakes to the south.

18 km 400 m Mod Sheol Valley Lake Louise Start at the Paradise Valley Trailhead. Head to the Giant Steps but turn off to the right before and head through a nice forest to a pleasant meadow at the foot of the Saddleback. 9 km 365 m Mod Stanley Glacier Kootenay, BC Starting from the Radium Highway just below Storm Mountain, the trail climbs through a now barely noticable burn area from a 1968 lightening strike, past waterfalls to the base of the glacier. Lots of alpine flowers and majestic scenery.

6 to12 km 660 m Mod Sulphur Mountain Banff From the Upper Hot Springs we will follow the well-graded switchback trail to the summit. After exploring the summit area and having a bite of lunch, we will either hike back down or grab a ride on the gondola!! They charge a one way down fee in the spring-summer. Total distance 12 km or 6 km. Always the option to have a dip in the hot pool after the hike

13 km 420 m Mod Sulphur Springs Kananaskis - Elbow River This trail provides a nice viewpoint just off the Moose Mountain Road. You climb onto the end buttress of the southeast ridge of Moose Mountain which overlooks the McLean Creek area and the numerous ridges making up the Elbow Falls area of the Kananaskis.

10 km 50 m Easy &/or Sunshine Meadows Banff Taking a Brewster Bus (Bring bus fare) to the Meadows we set down at a Moderate lush alpine rock garden with an incredible variety of wildflowers. We will hike the Garden Loop then decide which other trail(s) to take. This hike can be broken into two groups: Easy & Moderate if there are enough people who know the trials. Total elevation will vary depending on what route(s) you take.

14 km 600 m Mod Taylor Lake Castle Junction Just 0.5 km past Taylor Lake campground is a wonderful alpine amphitheatre with Panorama Ridge and Castle Mountain as a backdrop. Wander through an almost pure forest of larch. 17 km 600 m Mod Taylor Lake and OBrien Lake Castle Junction If you thought the flowers were lovely at Taylor Lake, just wait until you see them at OBrien! We will have, lunch breaks, at both spots to enjoy the lavish displays. 18 km 250 m Mod Tombstone Lakes Kananaskis - Elbow Lake Starting from Elbow Lake trailhead, hike past the lake and along an abandoned road east towards Tombstone Mountain. Mildly undulating terrain with short climb to the lakes.

11 km 620 m Mod Unnamed Valley Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien Head toward Burstall Pass - veer SE into a hanging valley and lovely little canyon. Lunch on the saddle between Piggy-Plus Ridge and Mt Burstall with views down to French Creek Valley. 15 km 600 m Mod Volcano Ridge Kananaskis - Sheep River Access from Gorge Creek Trail. Splendid views of Sheep River valley, Bluerock Mountain, Banded Peak and Mounts Cornwall and Glasgow. 14 km 400 m Mod Volcano Ridge Loop Kananaskis - Sheep River Starting along the beautiful Gorge Creek, the trail climbs gradually to its summit where we enjoy a panoramic view of Bluerock Mountain, Mt. Ware, Surveyors Ridge and Allsmoke Mountain as we eat a leisurely lunch, weather permitting.

16 km 493 m Mod West Elk Pass - Frozen Lake Kananaskis Lower Follow the winter XC ski trail from the Elk Pass parking lot to the pass. Frozen Lake is just 2km further (but 280m higher!), just across the B.C. border. It should be unfrozen by late August. 6 km 380 m Mod West Wind Pass Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien From the Spray Lakes Road - Hwy 742 the trail climbs steeply through the forest above Spurling Creek to the pass. Above looms the Windtower on one side and the Rimwall on the other. Marvelous views of Wind Ridge, Wind Valley, Pigeon Mountain and Dead Man-s Flats.

15 to 19 km 450 m Mod Whaleback -1 The Whaleback Oldman This hike has you go up and down a number of hills. There are different River. South of Chain Lakes areas to explore such as Bobs Wildlands Ridges north of Ranch Rd A7 by first or second cattle guard. The hike can be shortened or extended as members may want. Due to the delicate nature of this area we are limited to 15 participants

6-8 km 300 m Mod Whaleback-2, Short Alternative The Whaleback Oldman Starting at Road A-7 we will be hiking up and down several ridges - this River. South of Chain Lakes shorter version of the Whaleback. Due to the delicate nature of this area we are limited to 15 participants 6 to 10 km 500 m Mod Whaleback-3, Another Version The Whaleback-Oldman Starting at Road A-7 we will be hiking up and down several ridges. How far River we go will depend on the group and the leader. Due to the delicate nature of this area we are limited to 15 participants

9 km 530 m Mod Yamnuska Shoulder Seebe This trail takes you to a great view point on an open ridge of Mount John Laurie. Spring comes early to this south facing meadows and woods. For those feeling adventurous, we can climb another 70 meters through a rock chimney and up to the ridge. Hike Distance Hike Elevn m HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description km RATING (Location) 14 km 670 m Mod-Diff Allsmoke Mountain Kananaskis South Hike begins west of Millarville at the north end of Volcano Ridge. Hike proceeds from meadow, into forest along side a creek, a short steep section, and then a moderate angle to the summit. The summit has a fantastic view of the front ranges from Moose Mountain to junction Mountain and beyond. **Note area is open for hunting in the fall.

10 km 600 m Mod-Diff Baldy Pass Kananaskis From the Baldy Pass parking lot just beyond Barrier Lake, a well developed trail climbs steadily to the pass. We will carry on up to the cairn to enjoy the view of Mt. Baldy. Be prepared to share this trail with mountain bikers. 10 km 625 m Mod-Diff Barrier Lake Lookout Kananaskis - Popular hike with great views. Head up Prairie View Trail from Barrier Dam towards Barrier Lake McConnell Ridge. The lookout sits at the summit of the ridge. 8 km 625 m Mod-Diff Belmore Browne Peak Kananaskis Start ascent via the south ridge climbing a ribbon of vegetation giving out to continue Jumpingpound easily to the ridge. We can walk the ridge as far as we want. Watch for a plaque.

10 km 591 m Mod-Diff Black Prince Cirque Kananaskis Upper This interpretive loop follows an old logging road and trail up thru the forest that is making a slow recovery from extensive logging that took place in the 70s. The reward is an inspiring view of Black Prince Cirque, a gigantic bowl carved by glaciers.

15 km 725 m Mod -Diff Bourgeau Lake Banff This lake is set in an amphitheatre within the walls of the Massive Range. Hike up the creek through pines and spruce to the switchbacks. 15 - 17 km 500 m Mod-Diff Bow Hut Icefields Parkway Start along Bow Lake. We climb over a chokestone that forms a natural bridge. Follow trail above a canyon, onto scree slopes, up a headwall, around a cliff band to Bow Hut at the foot of Bow Glacier. Optional detour to Bow Falls - add 2 km. 11.5 km 720 m Mod-Diff Bull Creek Hills Kananaskis Best done as a point-to-point with car shuttle. Start at Sentinel Recreation Area, hike to Easy Scramble East Highwood Grass Pass 3.2km, then roam over the Bull Creek Hills for 7km. End at Hwy 541, 3.2km east of Sentinel. Some bushwhacking, route finding, with easy up and down scrambles. NOTE: If you do this hike from east to west the total elevation is 1000m --I would recommend this route as less elevation loss.

13 km 670 m Mod-Diff Buller Pass Kananaskis A moderately strenuous climb that follows Buller Creek past a lovely waterfall to an Smith-Dorrien alpine meadow. The final steep switchback up the headwall is rewarded with superb views of Ribbon Lake and Guinn-s Pass. 16 km 610 m Mod-Diff Cascade Amphitheatre Banff Nice hike up west flank of Cascade Mountain to a large amphitheatre. Great scenery and sub alpine meadows. 7.5 km 520 m Mod-Diff Castle Lookout Castle Junction A short but steep hike up Castle Mountain leads to the site of the old Mt. Eisenhower fire lookout. From here you will have an outstanding panorama of the Bow Valley. 11 km 650 m Mod-Diff Cat Creek Hills Exploratory Highwood Follow a partial trail from Fitzsimmons Day use area up a smooth grassy SW ridge with aspens and a sandstone rock band. Summit 2149 m has views of divide. Descend by old exploration roads and grassy hillside to Cat Creek day use area. Short car shuffle. Possible side trip to falls on Cat Creek.

19 km 640 m Mod-Diff Cougar Creek Canmore Winding deep into the heart of the Fairholme Range, spectacular Cougar Creek offers a great hike. Initially some stream hopping. Bring spare socks. 22 km 244 m Mod-Diff Elk Lakes Kananaskis - Lower Start from Elk Pass parking lot at the south end of Lower Kananaskis Lake and head southward to West Elk Pass. Cross into B.C. and head for Upper Elk Lake and Petain Creek. Long day. 14 km 740 m Mod-Diff Forgetmenot Ridge Kananaskis - Elbow One of the ridge hikes you want to do, but never get around to? First part is steep and Brokeback Mountain 2 River a bit of a grunt, but once on top the ridge is wide, grassy, and exhilarating Fabulous panorama views of Mts. Glasgow, Cornwall, Outlaw and Banded Peak. make the effort worthwhile.

15 km 675 m Mod-Diff Galatea Lakes Kananaskis Valley Steady climb up Galatea Creek Trail to Lillian Lake then a steeper climb from there to explore the fascinating alpine terrain surrounding the upper and the lower Galatea Lakes. Great view of the Tower! 11 km 600 m Mod-Diff Grizzly Col - Circuit Hike Kananaskis - From the Highwood Pass parking lot, car shuttle needed - walk through larch forest beyond the Col Highwood Pass and wonderful meadows highlighted by a 400m hike up a scree slope to the col between Mt Tyrwhitt and its eastern outlier. From the Col head east up a mostly grassy ridge, views of Paradise Valley and Highwood ridge. Descend ridge end and along game trail to Hwy 40 at Mt. Lipsett Day use area.

7 km 472 m Mod-Diff Grizzly Col - Out to the Col Kananaskis - Start from the Highwood Pass parking lot. Walk through larch forest and wonderful and Back Highwood Pass meadows highlighted by a 400m hike up a scree slope to the col between Mt Tyrwhitt and its eastern outlier. Return the same route. 6 km 640 m Mod-Diff Gunnery Mountain Kananaskis - East This 6 km loop involves some off-trail route-finding. There is however no scrambling or Highwood exposure. Tired of reality TV? Then come give reality hiking a try. 12 km 543 m Mod-Diff Hailstone Butte - Easy Kananaskis - A windy, wonderful ridge walk with views of Plateau Mountain, Windy Peak Hills, and Scramble Route Livingstone Sentinel Peak. The fire lookout was renovated in 2006. Some lovely artistic mosaic stonework created by the resident fire look-out person. Some easy rock scrambling and bushwacking.

4 km 732 m Mod-Diff Ha-Ling Peak Canmore This hike is not very long, but it is a grunt up the back side. Once on top the views are fantastic. Canmore lies spread before you and mountain views surround. 18.4 km 655 m Mod-Diff Healy Pass Banff A steady but gradual climb culminates in a spectacular 360° vista, including the Pharaoh Peaks, the Sunshine ski slopes and Mt Assiniboine. As well, you have a dramatic perspective over Egypt and Scarab Lakes. 7 km 650 m Mod-Diff Highwood Ridge Traverse Kananaskis - This is an end-to-end traverse requiring a car shuttle between the Highwood Pass and Highwood Pass Mt. Lipsett day use parking areas. Begins with a steep grunt of 500m, followed by a glorious ridge walk and descent. Great views of Ptarmigan and Arethusa Cirques.

15 km 730 m Mod-Diff Jumpingpound Ridge - Cox Kananaskis - Starting from the Powderface Trail we will climb to the summit of Jumpingpound Hill Jumpingpound Mountain. Then we can enjoy the 360° views along the 6 km of ridge to Cox Hill before descending 872 m to the Dawson parking area. Requires a car shuttle. We’ll leave a car at Dawson Day-use area, then drive to the summit trailhead, the shortest route to the summit.

12 km 720 m Mod-Diff Larch Valley and Sentinel Moraine Lake Starts with a steep switchback up from Moraine Lake and later a second steep climb to Pass the pass between Pinnacle Mountain and Mt Temple. Coming down the pass can be a bit tricky having to pick through boulders and sometimes a little snow. Once down it is a long trail back to the cars. 10 km 753 m Mod-Diff Nihahi Ridge Kananaskis - Elbow From the Little Elbow campground cross a meadow and then climb steeply at times to Headwaters the ridge summit. Great views down the Little Elbow. How far we carry on along the ridge will depend on the group. 14 km 750 m Mod-Diff Old Goat Glacier Spray Valley First third of trail follows a treed creek bed when you burst into a basin beneath an imposing headwall; second third you will ascend a steep talus slope enjoying the rapidly expanding views of Spray Lakes Reservoir. Once you surpass headwall you follow the crest of the lateral moraine for the last third.

15 km 650 m Mod-Diff Panorama Ridge Lake Louise Same route as Taylor Lake. Access a trail at the rear of the campgrounds. Go another half kilometer through the forest up a hill to an open meadow. Great flowers with a scenic lunch spot. 20 km 385 to 730 m Mod-Diff Paradise Valley Lake Louise Begin hike in forest of spruce and fir. Views of Mt. Temple and valley headwall after Paradise Creek crossing to Giant Steps and Horseshoe Meadow. Loop back to trailhead. If conditions permit, going higher up the head of the valley past the campground is an option.

13 km 735 m Mod-Diff Pasque Mountain Kananaskis - Southwest corner of K-Country. Has loads of ridges Access to the open slopes is Livingstone made easy by a progression of logging roads. Some scrambling.

8 km 716 m Mod-Diff Prairie Mountain Kananaskis - Elbow This is the highest peak in the Elbow Falls area with great views in all directions. Bit of River a grunt at times and can be cool and windy at the top. 9 km 650 m Mod-Diff Raspberry Ridge Lookout Kananaskis - From the Forestry trunk Road - Hwy 940 north of Cataract Creek, the trail winds uphill Cataract Creek through pine forest. From the meadow take the steeper trail to the top of the ridge. Head towards the lookout for views and great spot for lunch. Return along the ridge and descend to a faint trail for a loop hike.

16 km 533 m Mod-Diff Rummel Lake - Rummel Kananaskis - Lovely turquoise Rummel Lake is a stepping-stone to the alpine beauty of Rummel Pass Smith-Dorrien Pass. Slip between Mt Galatea and The Tower into the upper valley. Walk by two tarns to the pass at the edge of a spectacular drop-off. 8 km 595 m Mod-Diff Saddleback Lake Louise You start on an asphault trail at which turns to dirt and begins to climb through the forest. Continue straight ahead to stay on the Saddleback Trail. After about 1 kilometre you will emerge from the forest with a view of the valley and the Lake Louise ski area. Continue on to Sheol Valley via the Saddleback Trail which is approximately two kilometres further. This hike provides great views of Mt. Temple Fairview and Saddle Mountains. From the Sheol Valley there is a trail up to Fairview Mountain if chosen we can do the optional extra climb to the peak of Fairview Mountain.

10 km 680 m Mod-Diff Sparrowhawk Tarns Kananaskis - First part is through trees gradually gaining altitude. We will hike to a beautiful tarn Smith-Dorrien beneath towering Mt. Bogart. Stay to south end of the rock pile and the headwall to gain access to the cirque--tarns. Wander further over the rocks & grass, over slabs and ledges, along miniature waterways & dainty wildflowers into the cirques deepest corners. Marvel at the ancient fossils. 8.5 km one 880 m Mod-Diff Sulphur Mountain via Banff This hike up the sunny southwest side of Sulphur Mountain is generally snow free by way - 17 km Cosmic Ray Road late May and offers excellent views. It’s a steady climb up a road that was built in 1956 round trip to service a cosmic ray station on top of the mountain, near the gondola terminal. The road is clearly visible from the Trans-Canada Highway eastbound just after passing the Sunshine turnoff. After exploring the summit area and having a bite of lunch, we will either hike back down or grab a ride on the gondola!! Always the option to have a dip in the hot pool. During the winter season if you hike up you may ride the gondola down for free. They charge a one way down fee in the spring/summer. Assuming some people may want to return on the gondola, a short car shuttle is required

18 km 500 m Mod-Diff Sunshine Meadows- Banff Take bus up to Sunshine Ski Area then hike up over Strawberry towards Simpson Simpson Pass-Healy Pass pass loop up Healy Pass. Bring bus fare. 21 km 490 m Mod-Diff Three Isle Lake Kananaskis -Upper Very popular hike leading out from the Upper Kananaskis Lake. Hike along the noisy Kananaskis River past stands of Douglas Fir to the lake. Can continue on to the South Kananaskis Pass 5km - 136m.

12 km 750 m Mod-Diff Wasootch Ridge Kananaskis Moderate effort required to reach the first, grassy summit - but we will stop at the big Country cairn before the (optional) scrambling begins. Absolutely beautiful!! Distance and elevation can be more depending on how far the group goes.

16 km 762 m Mod-Diff Wind Ridge Dead Mans Flats Trail starts at the Pigeon parking lot and follows an old road to the tree line. Game 810 trails lead to ridge with views of Wind Valley. Goat sightings abundant. One pitch of Cumulative scrambling to gain the ridge. Hike Distance Hike Elevn HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description km m RATING (Location) 16.4 km 1065 m Diff Arnica Lake - Twin Castle Junction Starting from the Vista Lake viewpoint on highway 93 Radium, this hike first drops 125m to Vista Lake before Lakes climbing to Arnica Lake. From there another climb to a saddle before we descend to Upper and Lower Twin Lakes. Don't let the elevation put you off - it's actually only 715m on the way in, we do the other 350m on the way out.

24 km 560 m Diff Aylmer Lookout Banff From the west end of Lake Minnewanka the trail follows the shoreline, crossing the spectacular Stewart Canyon, then traversing a scree slope above the lake. After 8km we climb 500m to Aylmer Lookout. Terrific views throughout. Long, strenuous day. 18 km 892 m Diff Black Rock Mountain Ghost River A big climb with some exposure, up a chimney to an open plateau and an abandoned fire lookout. Great views of Devils Head and Mt. Aylmer. Because of rough access road some vehicles with good clearance will be needed. 24 km 1530 m Diff Bourgeau Mountain Banff Hiking to Bourgeau Lake is a mere appetizer to the main course of Harvey Pass. This year the plan is to go to the top of Bourgeau Mountain. The view is comparable to that seen from the top of Mount Temple, but without the scrambling.

11.5 km 720 m Mod Bull Creek Hills - Easy Kananaskis - East Best done as a point-to-point with car shuttle. Start at Sentinel Recreation Area, hike to Grass Pass 3.2km, Scramble Highwood then roam over the Bull Creek Hills for 7km. End at Hwy 541, 3.2km east of Sentinel. Some bushwhacking, route finding, with easy up and down scrambles. NOTE: If you do this hike from east to west the total elevation is 1000m --I would recommend this route as less elevation loss.

15 km 870 m Diff Buller Pass - Guinn-s Kananaskis - Smith- Car shuttle required. Climb 670m over 6.5km on Buller Pass which is awash in colour at this time of year. Pass Dorrien Next descend towards Ribbon Lake and ascend Guinn-s Pass and finally descend to Hwy 40. 20 km 595 m Diff Canarvon Lake Kananaskis - South A major ford of the Highwood River. Long hike on an old logging road. Exposure on the headwall that Highwood includes chains. You are rewarded at the top by the brilliant blue lake. Traverse around to see the Great Divide. 13 km 915 m Diff Corey and Edith Pass Banff Starting near the east end of Hwy 1A, the trail to Cory Pass is a grueling climb. But the effort is rewarded by Loop the views. Look for rock climbers on Mount St. Louis. Return via Edith Pass and a more gradual descent.

13 km 872 m Diff Cox Hill Kananaskis - Starting from the Dawson parking area we will make the strenuous climb to the summit of Cox Hill. There we Jumpingpound can enjoy the superlative 360° views before descending back to the parking lot. 5 km 884 m Diff East End of Mount Canmore From the Spray Lakes Road near the Goat Creek parking lot a fairly well-defined trail climbs steeply up the Rundle south ridge. The OPTIONAL final ascent to the summit involves a MODERATE SCRAMBLE due to some loose scree and exposure. Great views of Ha Ling Peak. 16 km 1230 m Diff Eiffel Peak Moraine Lake Spectacular neighbour to Mt. Temple; great views with 500m less uphill. Take the switchbacks to Larch Valley before heading up the long shoulder to the summit. Long, but not too daunting, with superb views all day. 20 km 880 m Diff Emerald Triangle Yoho This is a clockwise loop starting at Emerald Lake, ascending gradually to Yoho Pass and then traversing the Wapta Highline below the Burgess Shale to Burgess Pass before descending back to the lake through the forest. Great views of Emerald Lake and surrounding area from both the ascent and the Highline traverse.

24 km 900 m Diff Exshaw Creek and Exshaw Long hike up the creek to the pass. Can hike as far as we like, not necessarily all the way to the pass. Pass Note: Distance to Pass is 12.4km. 10 km 1000 m Diff Fairview Mountain Lake Louise Climb from Lake Louise boathouse 3.7km to Saddleback, then zigzag up scree to summit for a terrific aerial view of Mt. Victoria, Victoria Glacier, Mt. Temple and the Bow Valley. Ascent time approximately 3 hours.

21 km 715 m Diff Floe Lake Kootenay, BC This trail has a number of switchbacks in steep section but well worth the effort. Floe Lake is just beautiful with ice floes from glacier. 11 km 800 m Diff Fortress Ridge Kananaskis From the base of Fortress Mountain ski area climb to the upper terminal of the Farside double chair and then follow the ridge northeast to a superlative viewpoint overlooking the Kananaskis Valley. Then return along the ridge. Some bushwhacking involved - 6 km 805 m Diff Ha-Ling and Miners Canmore Grunt up to the top of Ha-Lign Peak and then descend to the saddle and proceed up the eastern ridge to the Peak - Easy Scramble summit of Miners Peak. Views of Ha-Ling are outstanding.

20 km 1035 m Diff Harvey Pass Banff Follow a forested uphill trail to Bourgeau Lake From there is it another 2.5 km to Harvey Pass. The panoramic view from Harvey Pass includes Sunshine Meadows, Healy Pass and Mt Assiniboine. Another 45 minutes will get you to the west ridge of Mt. Bourgeau for great views. 15 km 823 m Diff Headwall - Fortress - Kananaskis - Smith- Start at Chester Lake parking lot and head for Headwall Creek. Up to the lakes and beyond to a col and The Chester Loop Dorrien Fortress. Return via Chester Lake. 28 km 655 m Diff Healy Pass - Monarch Banff Between Healy Pass and The Monarch lies a 6 km long ridge known as the Monarch Ramparts. There is Ramparts Loop simply no place more beautiful in any season, and as a bonus it is never crowded. Return accross the Valley & down Simpson Pass exiting at the camp and out to the Sunshine Parking Lot. 11 km 930 m Diff Heart Mountain - Lac des Arcs One of the nicest ridge walks available, plus pay respects to our good friend Henry Burns at the summit Burns Memorial - where his ashes lay. There is one short steep section that requires some light scrambling, but after that the Easy Scramble going is much better. Incredible views.

20 km 750 m Diff Helen Lake - Dolomite Lake Louise Start with a steady climb through the trees to the subalpine zone where the trail opens into meadows with Circuit superb views. Descend from Helen Lake into the valley. Just past Katherine Lake turn right and head south off-trail (the route is obvious most of the way) behind Dolomite Peak to meet the Mosquito Creek trail a few kilometers from the lodge. Beautiful meadows of wildflowers. Short car shuttle required.

18 km 550 m Diff Helen Lake - Dolomite Lake Louise Start with a steady climb through the trees to the subalpine zone where the trail opens into meadows with Pass superb views. Then switchbacks beyond the lake lead to views of the Dolomite Creek valley.

16 km 1050m Diff Helen Lake and Icefield Parkway - N Trailhead to Helen Lake: 6 km, 422 m elevation gain Cirque Peak of Lk Louise Helen Lake to Ridge: 1 km, 128 m elevation gain Ridge to Cirque Peak: 1 km, 493 m elevation gain Cirque Peak is one of the easiest high elevation peaks, at 2993 meters, that you can summit in Banff National Park. Some consider it a scramble because the trail past Helen Lake is off-trail and steep. It is non- technical and the steep slog scree route is obvious.

20 km 750 Diff Helen Lake to Lake Louise Start with a steady climb through the trees to the subalpine zone where the trail opens into meadows with Mosquito Creek superb views. Descend from Helen Lake into the valley. Just past Katherine Lake turn right and head south off-trail the route is obvious most of the way behind Dolomite Peak to meet the Mosquito Creek trail a few kilometers from the lodge. Beautiful meadows of wildflowers. Short car shuttle required.

7.5 km 720 Diff Junction Hill Kananaskis- Located west of Longview in southern K-country, at the junction where HWY 541 meets the Forestry Trunk Highwood Road 940 going south and HWY 40 going west, this aptly named hill offers a panoramic view. Our off-trail route will ascend the SE ridge with a mix of open grassy slopes, trees, and rocky outcroppings - no exposure. We will complete the loop by returning via the S ridge. Be prepared for bush-whacking down the drainage back to the vehicles. Bring hiking poles, gaiters and a minimum of 3 liters of water.

7 km 731 m Diff King Creek Ridge Kananaskis A grassy ridge north of King Creek. Rapid elevation gain. A perfectly safe hike, but not for those who are afraid of heights!! Panoramic views of Kananaskis valley and the west wall of Opal Ridge. 12 km 1000+ m Diff Lake OHara Alpine Lake OHara BC Not for the faint of heart. Some steep sections, narrow ledges and scree shopes. The most common way the Circuit Alpine Circuit is hiked in is a clockwise direction starting with a short section of Lake O’Hara Shoreline Trail to the Wiwaxy Gap gaining 495 meters in elevation over just 1.5 km with multiple switchbacks. Leaving Wiwaxy Gap towards the east, Huber Ledges descends about 260 meters over 1.7 km before reaching Lake Oesa. Departing Lake Oesa towards the Yukness Ledges, the 2.2 km Yukness Ledges trail is relatively flat. After rounding the north end of the shoulder of Yukness Mountain, the trail continues on along a narrow, rocky bench under the shadow of a cliff before finally reaching a talus slope and descending to the Opabin Plateau eventually reaching West Opabin trail where you need to watch for the trail marker indicating the start of All Souls’ Prospect. The rest of the Alpine Circuit’s total elevation gain accumulates over the 2 km stretch of All Souls’ Alpine Route connection West Opabin Trail to Schaffer Lake. All Souls’ becomes more difficult once you reach the wide scree slope at the base of Schaffer Ridge. You have a couple of options for returning to the Lodge depending on time.

17.5 km 720 m Diff Larch and Paradise Moraine Lake Larch Valley is at its most exquisite at this time of year! Add to that the panoramic vista of the Ten Peaks and Valleys - via Sentinel Paradise Valley from Sentinel Pass, and a return trip via Lake Annette, and you have a hike so perfect it will Pass make you forget your aching feet. 15 km 800 m Diff Mist Ridge to Picklejar Kananaskis - South Hike up the south end of Mist Ridge. Descend to Picklejar Creek. Traverse at tree line to Picklejar Lakes. Lakes Highwood Return via normal route along Lantern Creek. Great views. Mostly on-trail, but some off-trail as well.

18 km 1000 m Diff Mount Baldy Kananaskis From Baldy Pass we will scramble onto Baldy Peak and down the other side to the highway. Some Exploratory - Easy bushwacking and route finding expected. Scramble Requires a Car Shuttle. 16 km 845 m Diff Mount Burke Kananaskis - East This is down south at Cataract Creek. Start by walking up Salter Creek, then veer left into the woods. Climb Highwood up a ridge to bare slopes leading to the top. Bit of exposure near the top at the old fire lookout - but for a very short distance only. Great views.

8 km 1000 m Diff Mount Indefatigable Kananaskis Lakes Possibly Closed/Un-maintained trail. Unparalleled views - but a steep hike. Can be windy at the exposed top. South - Easy If you had to choose only one trail in Kananaskis Provincial Park, this should be the one. The upper part of Scramble this climb above the signed trail is classified as a SCRAMBLE. 7 km 853 m Diff Mount Lady Canmore We will follow the established trail to the site of the unfinished teahouse and helipad - beautiful views to the MacDonald south. Optional: MODERATE SCRAMBLE to summit ridge for incredible views of entire valley and peaks to the north adds 274m of elevation. 14 km 880 m Diff Mount Lipsett Kananaskis - East Situated between the Elk and Misty Ranges south of Highwood Pass, the trail climbs gradually from Hwy 40 Highwood up the southeast ridge. Stunning views from the summit, particularly of nearby Mist Mountain. 18 km 750 m Diff Mount Livingstone Kananaskis - Starting from -The Hump - below Hailstone Butte we will head over the rolling Windy Hills Peaks to the Livingstone rounded Mt. Livingstone. Long, but not too tough in a very different area. 11 km 1000 m Diff Mount Rae Kananaskis - The highest peak visible from Calgary and one of the highest peaks in the entire Kananaskis Range. From Highwood Pass the top of Ptarmigan Cirque trail, a grueling scree-filled gully leads to the lengthy exposed summit ridge which throws some curves on the way. 14 km 915 m Diff Mount St. Piran Lake Louise Between Lake Agnes and the Little Beehive a well-graded trail heads left and up the mountain. Superb views of Lake Louise and the surrounding peaks, as well as the Wapta Icefield to the North. 19.6 km 720 m Diff Niles Meadow Lake Louise This beautiful hike starts from Wapta Lake just into British Columbia. It ascends in three stages past Sherbrooke Lake to a meadow on the shoulder of Mt. Niles that offers spectacular views back down the Sherbrooke valley. Much of the trail is along mountain creeks. This is recommended as an overnight hike due to time to trailhead and hike distance.

15 km 950 m Diff North of North Buller Kananaskis -Smith- Starting at the Buller Pass trailhead we will make our way onto the ridge, north of North Buller Pass. Pass Dorrien Exceptional views of Mt Bogart. Be prepared for a busy day. 20 km 990 m Diff Odlum Ridge Kananaskis - North This is a ridge walk with some exposure for strong hikers only. Three summits to do on the ridge, and once Highwood on top there is no easy way down. 16 km 860 m Diff Old Baldy Kananaskis This insignificant summit has views that will make you drool with anticipation! Plod up grassy slopes to the summit, then just lay back and enjoy the view while enjoying a well earned lunch break. 16 km 1060 m Diff Pasque Mountain Kananaskis - Southwest corner of K-Country. Has ridges upon ridges!! Access to the open slopes is made easy by a Horseshoe Livingstone progression of logging roads. Some scrambling. A long day. 16 km 990 m Diff Pigeon Mountain Kananaskis Leave from the ski resort and follow the Skogan Pass Trail for 5.5km. From there start heading up the Deadmans Flats mountain through meadows, making for the ridge leading to the summit. Great panoramas. 12 km 1036 m Diff Pocaterra Ridge Kananaskis - This is one of the best ridge walks available with a total of four peaks to bag and great views around the Highwood Pass Highwood Pass area and up the Kananaskis valley. A small amount of scrambling& bushwhacking is involved, 800 meters ascent, 1100 meters descent. We will hike from south to north. Short car shuttle required.

14.0 800 Diff Reads Ridge near Mt Kananaski - Smith - The trailhead for Read's Ridge can easily be spotted directly across the road from the Sparrowhawk Day-Use Sparrowhawk Dorrien Area. Follow the path along Sparrowhawk Creek for about a kilometre before reaching a fork marked with a large cairn. The right fork continues along the creek for several kilometres before reaching the Sparrowhawk Tarns. The next portion is a bit of an uphill grind, but you'll gain elevation quickly and you top out on the ridge. Their is an option to finsh off the hike by continuint the trail leading towards Read's Tower. It offers great views.

26 km 588 m Diff Ribbon Falls - Ribbon Kananaskis - Ribbon Hike up Ribbon Creek Valley, hemmed in by steep cliffs, to the falls, then climb to the headwall chains Lake Creek leading to the lake. Some hikers may prefer to stop at the falls. 17 km 850 m Diff Robertson Glacier Kananaskis Hike in via Burstall Pass Trail. Most accessible glacier in this part of the Rockies. Be prepared for changeable weather. 17 km 760 m Diff Rockbound Lake Bow Valley Parkway Proceed behind ramparts of Castle Mountain to Tower Lake, up headwall to Rockbound Lake. Extensive views of the Sawback Range. 25.5 km 535 m Diff Rummel Pass - Lost Kananaskis -Smith- This great end-to-end trek starts from the Smith-Dorrien Hwy and climbs past Rummel Lake to Rummel Lake - Galatea Creek Dorrien Pass. Then descend sheep trails to Lost Lake. Continue bushwhacking down to the Galatea Lake Trail passing Alvin Guinns cabin. Requires a car shuttle. 16.9 km 720 m Diff Sentinel Pass- Banff Larch Valley is a popular destination in the summer and especially in the fall when the alpine larches are in Paradise Valley their golden glory. With an elevation of 200 m in about 1 kilometer, the ascent up the switchbacks to Sentinel Pass weeds out the Sunday hikers. We continue up and over the pass into Paradise Valley past the Giant Steps to trailhead at the Moraine Lake Road. This trip requires a shuttle.

24 km 670 m Diff Smuts - Birdwood - Kananaskis - Smith- Because of the hike distance this is a LONG day. It is beautiful up the creek to the pass, over the high col to Burstall Loop Dorrien Birdwood Pass then on to Burstall Pass and down Burstall Creek - may need route finding skills 9 km 823 m Diff Tent Ridge Horseshoe Kananaskis - Smith - This is a super horseshoe ridge walk. A little tricky to get onto the ridge but walking along the top gives for Dorrien awesome scenery. This makes the bit of scrambling worth while. Some bushwhacking required. 18 km 850 m Diff The Big Whaleback South of Chain We access the Big Whaleback Ridge from Hwy 22 due west. Then we follow the contours north and then Lakes drop down into the valley and back up unto Black Mountain and back to car. The views at the top of Ridges are spectacular as you look west unto the Livingstone Range and into the Gap created by the Old Man River.

12 km 885 m Diff Tyrwhitt Loop Kananaskis Magnificent meadows and larch forests in two valleys. Experience crossing Grizzly Pass and climbing a summit on this hike. 20 km 720 m Diff Wenkchemna Pass Moraine Lake Hike up past the Eiffel Tower to this high pass. Head up switchbacks past Larch Valley to the meadows with Wenkchemna Glacier before you. Then on to Eiffel Lake and the pass. High winds at the pass. 19 km 900 m Diff Whaleback- Black The Whaleback- Gorgeous rolling foothills covered in balsam root and myriad flowers. This is a long day, starting with a Mountain Oldman River scenic drive down Hwy 22 south of Claresholm. We go up and down the hills MANY times. Due to the nature of this area, this hike is limited to 15 participants. 10 km 1000 m Diff Windtower Kananaskis - Smith - A challenging but very rewarding climb via West Wind Pass. Beyond the pass the trail traverses a series of Dorrien easy rock bands before the slog to the summit. Minimal exposure, and incredible views of Spray Lakes, Mt Lougheed and Wind Valley. And yes, it is usually windy. 10 km 800 m Diff Windy Peak Hills Kananaskis - This trail starts from the high point on the Jonson Creek Trail - Hwy532 west of Chain Lakes. Open ridge Livingstone walking all the way, with four distinct "peaks" and panoramic views. 26 km 790 m Diff Wolverine Pass Kootenay, BC From the Paint Pots on the Radium Highway - Hwy 93, follow the Tumbling Creek Trail 10km to a junction below Tumbling Glacier. Bear right for another 3km and 350m up to this scenic pass in the rock wall of the Vermillion Range. Hike Distance km Hike Elevn m HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description RATING (Location) 19.2 - If Harvey Pass only 1050 m - If Harvey Pass Very Diff Bourgeau Banff Bourgeau Lake is set in an amphitheatre within the walls of the Massive or 24 km -To Mt. Bourgeau only or 1530 m - from Lake/Harvey Range. Hike up the creek through pines and spruce to the switchbacks. trailhead to Mt. Bourgeau Pass with an Bourgeau Lake is merely the box office. Harvey Pass is the warm-up act. option to ascend Mt. Bourgeau is the headliner. We will definitely go to Harvey Pass, a Mt. Bourgeau pristine alpine basin, with an option to keep going. It is very tempting and the summit can be reached in an extra 45-60 minutes. From Harvey Pass we get a superlative view of Mt.Assiniboine, Monarch Pass, the Ramparts and Healy meadows. Distance to Harvey Pass-19.2 km. round trip; Elevation to Harvey Pass-1050 m. from trailhead. Distance to summit of Mt. Bourgeau-24 km. round trip. Elevation gain to Mt. Bourgeau-1530 from trailhead.

13.1 km 936 m Very Diff Bow Peak - Easy Icefields Parkway A relatively short hike with a large elevation gain, this hike crosses the Bow Scramble River at its source from Bow Lake and makes it way up to Crowfoot Pass. From there we scramble up the backside of Bow Peak to the summit. Absolutely fabulous views from the top and from Crowfoot Pass. Rarely is it so easy to sign your name in a Canadian Rockies Summit Cairn Register. Strictly speaking Bow Peak is a scramble because the final ascent is off trail, but it demands none of the skill or daring that makes most scrambles so formidable.

13.1 km 936 m Very Diff Bow Peak - Easy Icefields Parkway A relatively short hike with a large elevation gain, this hike crosses the Bow Scramble River at its source from Bow Lake and makes it way up to Crowfoot Pass. From there we scramble up the backside of Bow Peak to the summit. Absolutely fabulous views from the top and from Crowfoot Pass. Rarely is it so easy to sign your name in a Canadian Rockies Summit Cairn Register. Strictly speaking Bow Peak is a scramble because the final ascent is off trail, but it demands none of the skill or daring that makes most scrambles so formidable. Duration: 6-7 hours

19 km 1350 m Very Diff Centennial Ridge K Country This hike is also known as Mt Allan Centennial Trail. We will hike to the to Summit and summit and return the same way, no car shuttle needed this way, absolutely return via same beautiful hike, grassy ridges, a few false summits, very little exposure, nice way open terraine, visit the rock garden, nushroom garden rocks the claw very famous pinnacle, and at last, the summit. The option to hang out at or around the claw exists, while others may push to the summit. Bring lots of water, food, clothing for all conditions known to man and woman kind.

16 km 1050 m Very Diff Cirque Peak Jasper Highway An easy scramble. Hike to Helen Lake, then add 2 hours for ascent of peak. Good stamina required. If you want to overnight this trip, beds may be available at the Mosquito Creek Hostel.

12 km 1100 m Very Diff Crowsnest Crowsnest Pass The dominant peak in the Crowsnest region is an exhilarating scramble that Mountain culminates with unparalleled vistas in all directions. 20 km 1400 m Very Diff Heiko-s Trail Fernie-Sparwood Trail built in 2002 . The trail starts up Hartley Lake Rd and is approx 20 km over high passes, mountain meadows, caves and waterfalls, trail finishes at Island Lake. An absolutely fantastic hike in the Fernie area.

14 km 600 m Very Diff Memorial Lakes Kananaskis Three lakes to hike to, so take your pick. This is a lovely hike with waterfalls, tarns and cliffs. Good trail to the second lake where most people turn back, a bit of a scramble to the third lake which adds another 105m vertical.

15 km 1400 m Very Diff Middle Sister - Canmore Starts on an established trail and climbs through plenty of scree slopes. This Easy Scramble is a STIFF hike - you must take LOTS of water! 19 km 1400 m Very Diff Mount Allen Kananaskis North Starting from Ribbon Creek Parking lot, we will hike to the summit and back - Centennial Trail no car shuttle. A breath-taking hike! Beautiful grassy ridges, a few false summits, fantastic rock garden, famous claw pinnacle, and lofty summit! Bring lots of water and clothes for all conditions.

22 km 1400 m Very Diff Mount Bourgeau Banff The panoramic view from Harvey Pass includes Sunshine Meadows, Healy Summit via Pass and Mt Assiniboine. Another 45 minutes will get you to the west ridge of Harvey Pass Mt Bourgeau for views rivaling the top of Mt Temple. 30 km 3200 m Very Diff Mount Logan Kluane, YT The highest peak in Canada at 5959m ±3m . This will be a challenging hike for even the most experienced hiker!! It is estimated to take about 25 days from base camp 2760m - so bring lots of supplies. Some snow and ice expected. Warm clothing recommend.

10 km 1400 m Very Diff Mt Sparrowhawk Kananaski - Smith - From the trailhead, the trail is a steady and fairly steep climb through forest.. Dorrien The right fork leads to the Sparrowhawk Tarns Continue climbing up fairly steep forested trail and begin to gain views of Read's Tower straight ahead. From here, you are now only 1.8km from the peak but you have many meters of elevation left to gain. Descend slightly to the left and then begin to follow the lightly beaten trail back up towards Mount Sparrowhawk. Very quickly you will leave the grass and from here you are scrambling and there is no longer an apparent trail. The route is quite simply "up". Keep travelling up and generally toward the pass that is just right of the peak. From here you can scramble up the rest of the way to the top of Mount Sparrowhawk.

21 km 1120 m Very Diff Mount St-Piran, Lake Louise Hike Description First hike: Mount St-Piran: 7 km, 920 m elevation gain Big Beehive and Second Hike: Big Beehive: 3 km, 500 m lost gain 200 m elevation gain Third Plain of the Six Hike: Plain of the Six Glaciers and return : 11 km, 360 m lost gain. Glaciers

11 km 800 m Very Diff Nihahi Ridge - Kananaskis - Elbow From the Little Elbow campground cross a meadow and then climb - steeply South Summit Headwaters at times to the ridge summit. Great views down the Little Elbow. We will continue on to the south summit which requires a good bit of scrambling.

32 km 1300 m Very Diff Northover Ridge Kananaskis Interlakes Considered one of the best hikes in the Kananaskis. It is an extremely difficult hike with significant distances and altitude. Partswill be off-trail, steep and semi-exposed. Will keep a steady pace. This hike is usually done as a three day backpack but can be done in a day for very fit hikers. 32 km 850 m Very Diff Ribbon Creek Kananaskis A long hike with considerable elevation gain and drop, its worth it for the pay- Falls - Guinn off views both at the summit and throughout the entire hike. This hike follows Pass - Galatea Ribbon Creek from the trailhead up past Ribbon Falls, over the Chains to Creek Ribbon Lake, up Guinn Pass and over to connect with Galatea Creek and finishes at the Galatea trailhead. We will leave a car at each trailhead. There is one potential "technical" spot on the hike, climbing a short 30-45 foot cliff section with assistance from chains set in the rock. Duration: 7-8 hours.

750 m Very Diff Sunshine Banff From the gondola, climb 520m in 6.5km to Sunshine Meadows. Then gain Meadows - another 165m to Wawa Ridge. Descend to Eohippus Lake via Simpson Backpack Pass, then up along the Monarch Ramparts and down Healy Pass. Larch will be glorious. A long, strenuous day.

17 km 1110 m Very Diff The Fortress Kananaskis - Smith- A big, beautiful trek to one of the classic peaks in K-Country. The trail takes Dorrien us past the Headwall Lakes on the way up, and Chester Lake on the return. Anyone with a fear of heights can go as far as the Chester Col - 820m elevation.

24 km 760 m Very Diff Tumbling Glacier Kootenay Park This is a true alpine hike along the Rockwall in Kootenay National Park. You - Numa Falls will see and experience glaciers, rock walls, tumbling water falls, alpine meadows, rocks and Ice. Coordinator will give specific details.

12 km 900 m Very Diff Turtle Mountain - Crowsnest Pass Enjoyable drive to Frank. View the Frank Slide from the top! Hike up the Moderate northwest ridge. Some scrambling in the upper elevations. Scramble Hike Distance Hike Elevn HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description km m RATING (Location) Varies Varies Varies Castle Mountain Castle Junction Annual Thanksgiving Weekend. We book all 28 beds of this comfy hostel with showers, Hostel - flush toilets, and complete kitchen and relaxation area with a woodburning fireplace. On Thanksgiving the Saturday we have our Traditional Thanksgiving Supper cooked by 1/2 the group (Group A) and on Sunday we have a Special Dinner cooked by the other 1/2 of the group (Group B). A variety of Hikes for all abilities and interests will be planned on site.

Varies Varies Mod Cathedral Park BC Keremeos, BC Day hike among alpine flower meadows, azure lakes, jagged peaks for 4 days. 10 different hikes available. Camping near lakes in core area of park. You will be transported up 16 km 1300 m, to the core area of the park, from a staging area near Keremeos BC. Reservations for transport are on a first come first served basis. Travel distance from Calgary is about 740 km Read more - tp://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/cathedral/

Varies Varies Varies Crowsnest Pass Blairmore - Frank Spend a couple of nights at the Goat Mountain Chalets at the base of the Frank slide (these are alpine cabins for 4 with full kitchens and bathrooms). Hikes to be decided on site. Varies Varies Varies Glacier National Montana Enjoy a weekend of spectacular hikes in Glacier National Park in Montana. Park Varies Varies Varies Glacier National Rogers Pass, BC - Take in some fabulous hikes such as Abbotts Ridge, Balu Pass, Mt. Revelstoke Park and Mt Revelstoke meadows, Eva Lake and some of the historic railway sites such as the Brook Loop trail. Revelstoke National Best at end of August or even early September due to the heat in July. Park

Varies Varies Varies Lake Louise Lake Louise Stay at the Lake Louise Hostel. Various hikes to be determined. Details to follow. Varies Varies Varies Lake OHara Field, B.C. Various hikes to be determined. Details to follow.

Varies Varies Varies Mosquito Creek Icefields Parkway Stay at the Mosquito Creek Hostel . Hikes to be chosen by participants. Varies Varies Varies Mosquito Creek Icefields Parkway - Fish Lakes Mosquito Creek a four day backpacking Trip Camp -Backpacking Lk Louise

Varies Varies Varies Mount Assiniboine Mount Assiniboine, A time for spectacular hikes at the Matterhorn of the Canadian Rockies BC Varies Varies Varies North Point Kananaskis Interlake Backpacking trip. From north Interlakes parking lot follow Three Isle lake Trail to North Point backcountry campground (20 tent sites). Varies Varies Varies Radium Radium Stay at the Radium Hostel (aka Misty River Lodge) Eleven beds available. Hikes will be decided depending on participants. Varies Varies Varies Ramparts Creek Icefields Parkway Stay at the Ramparts Creek Hostel. Hikes to be chosen by participants.

Varies Varies Varies Waterton Waterton Lakes Various hikes to be determined. Hike Distance Hike Elevn HIKE HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description km m RATING (Location) Varies Varies Varies Castle Mountain Castle Junction Annual Thanksgiving Weekend. We book all 28 beds of this comfy hostel with showers, Hostel - flush toilets, and complete kitchen and relaxation area with a woodburning fireplace. On Thanksgiving the Saturday we have our Traditional Thanksgiving Supper cooked by 1/2 the group (Group A) and on Sunday we have a Special Dinner cooked by the other 1/2 of the group (Group B). A variety of Hikes for all abilities and interests will be planned on site.

Varies Varies Varies Wheeler Hut, Rogers Glacier National Park, The hikes are in the moderate to difficult category. The group who is going will decide Pass Rogers Pass, BC which hikes to do and who will lead. We do not have a set plan as yet. The trip cost is $75 for the accommodation in the hut. Varies Varies Varies Yoho Valley Yoho, BC Stay at the Whiskey Jack Hostel near Takakkaw Falls and explore the Yoho Valley area. All levels of hikes will be available.

24.8 km 655 m Varies - Egypt Lake Banff - Continental We will climb Healy Pass to Sunshine Meadows and descend to Egypt Lake - rtn the Mod-Diff Divide same way. This is a great place for a back-back trip. The hikes from Egypt Lake are hike to the many and vary from Easy to Difficult depending on what the group wants to do. Bring a lake lighter pack for day trips and misquotoe replenent.